Kering Eyewear and Valentino have officially announced a newly signed global agreement. The collaboration will grant Kering Eyewear the rights to develop and distribute the sun and optical collections under the iconic Valentino brand, and will be effective from 1st January 2026. Roberto Vedovotto, Founder, President and CEO of Kering Eyewear, said: “We are honoured to welcome Valentino into the Kering Eyewear portfolio, and to have the opportunity to contribute to the brand’s continued success. As a prestigious Maison de Couture, Valentino stands for masterful craftsmanship, exquisite design, and is a symbol of a one-of-a-kind style. We are therefore committed to developing its sunglasses and frames collections in line with its vision by leveraging Kering Eyewear’s expertise in high-end luxury eyewear and Valentino’s iconic codes, unique heritage, and savoir-faire.” Riccardo Bellini, Chief Executive Officer of Valentino, commented: “We are delighted to announce this strategically important partnership with Kering Eyewear.

October 2025