Count Ferdinando Sarmi (February 14, 1912[1] – 1982) was an Italian-born American fashion designer and businessman.

Sarmi stated in a 1965 interview with Time magazine, "in Italy, when the oldest son tells his father he wants to be a dress designer, it's like a woman saying she intends to be a prostitute".

[3] It was during this time that he developed a reputation as a top designer, wooing an influential clientele that included celebrities, New York socialites, and foreign dignitaries.

Pat Nixon wore a Sarmi for Arden gown to her husband's second inaugural ball in 1957.

His collection included haute couture and ready-to-wear apparel that set the pace for 1960s fashion in New York.