Lorenzo Riva

Lorenzo Riva (3 October 1938 – 16 December 2023) was an Italian fashion designer.

Born in Monza, the son of a mannequin, Riva opened his first atelier in his hometown at just 18 years old.

[2] He served as artistic director for a number of fashion houses, notably Balenciaga.

[2][3][4] He launched his solo brand in 1991, and sold it in 2012, when he started collaborating as creative director with Duomosei.

[6][7] During his career Riva dressed many celebrities, including Whitney Houston, Penélope Cruz, Ivana Trump, Virna Lisi, Isabella Rossellini, and Emmanuelle Seigner.