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Eva Maria Duringer Cavalli

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Eva Maria Duringer Cavalli
BornEva Maria Duringer
Lake of Constance, Bodensee, Austria
🏳️ NationalityAustrian
💼 Occupation
Creative director of Cavalli brands
👩 Spouse(s)Roberto Cavalli
👶 Children3
🏅 AwardsMiss Austria in 1977

Miss Universe in 1978

Miss Europe Continental in 1978

Eva Maria Duringer Cavalli (born in Bodensee, Austria) – is an Austrian fashion designer, Miss Austria in 1977, Miss Universe and Miss Europe Continental in 1978, creative director of the versatile pallet of Cavalli brands.[1][2][3]

Wife and muse of Roberto Cavalli. [4][5][6] Over the years of working as a creative director, Cavalli luxury brands gained worldwide success.[7]

Early life[edit]

She was born at the Lake of Constance, Bodensee, Austria. Her parents are Frieda Koenig and Anton Duringer. She was raised with Catholic values. She had a fast transition from the academic books straight to beauty contest runways. At 17 years old she jumped in to fame by earning the national tittle of Miss Austria. She was the youngest participants to ever held the crown. She also became Miss Universe and Miss Europe Continental in 1978.[8] She became instantly the most sought face for many popular products adds campaigns throughout Europe. In 1980, she has married a jury member of Miss Universe, Italy’s famous leather designer from the 70’s: Roberto Cavalli.

She spent the 80’s dedicated to another passion of her husband Roberto: breeding horses.[9]

Career[edit]

Creative Director of Cavalli brands[edit]

Her artistic director role began In 1992 when she was at fashion show in Taurmina.[10] She showcased for the first time printed leather, leather lace, the gypsy look in linens and antique shirts.[11]

One of Cavalli's ideas was to wrinkle the blouses and clothes. Exclusive pieces positioned as another emblematic Cavalli product in 1994. The first official Fashion Show took place in 1994 at Milano Fashion week.[12] All collection overseed by Cavalli, inspired in Florence reminiscences with Claudia Shiffer as the lead model. The show was an instant success making a tremendous wave on the local and international press. The greatest hit was about to be achieved from a family fascination with animals.  Eva and Roberto Cavalli's fascination for nature and exotic animals, lead her to create an instant brand recognition from a strong original concept: The Animal print.[13]

For decades a synonym of Cavalli’s visual distinguishing was conveyed by a zebra or a leopard printed garment. Extending the wild animal language to every single expression of their creative realm, from home products, baby clothes, perfumes.

Audacity[edit]

In 80s, Eva noticed that male designers perception of a woman’s body was based on an idolization of the female body, not realistically on the particularities of a female body. A brilliant reflection who motivated her to craft garments and attires that would not only flatter a woman’s appearance but that would also fix any source of insecurity or discomfort. By observing women’s tailoring needs without removing their ability to still look glamorous and feminine, Cavalli brands became one of the sensual fashion brands.[14] [15]

Personal Life[edit]

Met Roberto Cavalli in 1977. Moved to Florence in 1978. She has three children with Roberto Cavalli: Rachele, Daniele, and Robin.

Her passions are horses, parrots, cats and dogs. She did the horses for 13 years. She likes art - from contemporary to classical, collecting objects with a fascination for special traveling souvenirs.[16]

References[edit]

  1. "European Friday, Miss Europe 1977 | Miss Holland Now" (in Nederlands). Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  2. "Roberto Cavalli to sell majority stake? - Telegraph". fashion.telegraph.co.uk. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  3. Menkes, Suzy (2010-09-27). "Roberto Cavalli: The Leopard King". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  4. "Roberto Cavalli | Fashion Designer Biography". FAMOUS FASHION DESIGNERS. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  5. "Roberto Cavalli". Eyeinform Blog. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  6. "Inside Celebrity Homes — Roberto Cavalli Italian House | Celebrity Homes". www.celebrityhomes.eu. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  7. "Inside Celebrity Homes — Roberto Cavalli Italian House | Celebrity Homes". www.celebrityhomes.eu. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  8. Nelson, Michelle (2019-03-18). "The Story of Roberto Cavalli". Learn home repairs. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  9. "Garden of Eden: Roberto Cavalli". Haute Living. 2014-02-19. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  10. "HISTORY OF ROBERTO CAVALLI". True Fashionistas. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  11. "Roberto Cavalli - famous fashion designer". Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  12. "Boutique: Roberto Cavalli | Roberto Cavalli Store Locator". www.yourshoppingmap.com. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  13. "Roberto Cavalli". Fashion Elite. 2016-09-20. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  14. Ilari, Alessandra; Ilari, Alessandra (2010-09-23). "Q&A With Eva Cavalli". WWD. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  15. "Roberto Cavalli: boldly starts with the zero collection". www.lofficiel.co.uk. Retrieved 2021-03-21.
  16. Ilari, Alessandra; Ilari, Alessandra (2010-09-23). "Q&A With Eva Cavalli". WWD. Retrieved 2021-03-21.

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