Valentino’s new capsule collection drop, draws from its archives to revive several prints from the late 60s. The Valentino Escape 2021 capsule collection is a women’s and men’s array of colourful kaftans, camp-collared shirts with matching shorts, tunics, and beachside essentials like tote bags. 

Three particular time periods have been revived for the collection: the Valentino Archive ’66 featuring a kaleidoscopic pattern gradated in shades of blue, the Valentino Archive ’67 with a tapestry motif in rich saturated tones and the Valentino Archive ’68 coral pattern. These motifs are also reproduced on the canvas toile of the ever-popular Valentino Garavani Atelier tote bags.

Here are some of our favourites from the Valentino Escape 2021 collection with some of the pieces designed exclusively for Mytheresa, Valentino’s exclusive partner for this capsule collection.

Printed Cotton Shorts

Brash and bold, this pair of shorts will bring summer to wherever you wear it. Made of 100 per cent cotton, the shorts’ cotton poplin design displays a colourful tapestry motif and sits high at the waist to add that extra style and silhouette.

Long Printed Voile Cape 

Bring a touch of elegance with you to the beach or poolside. This long cape adds an easy dramatic flair to any swimwear and is made from light silk-cotton voile. It is also available in three print designs.

Small Valentino Garavani Escape Crossbody Bag 

This small crossbody bag is the subtle statement piece you need this summer. The calfskin bag adorns a signature maxi V logo embellished with red and blue cabochons on the front. It is complemented with an antique-brass-finish metal hardware to give it a warm glow. The bag, meanwhile, also features an extendable shoulder strap so you can swap between styling it as a crossbody or shoulder bag. 

Valentino Garavani Escape Handbag 

Embodying the ideal beach vibe, the Valentino Garavani Escape handbag features a crocheted raffia design. A maxi V logo, embellished with red and blue cabochons, sits at the top of the bag and is accompanied by antique-brass-finish metal hardware. The handbag is complete with clean leather trims at the sides to tie the look together.

Embroidered Double-Faced Viscose Top

This double-faced viscose top puts a modern spin on the kaftan silhouette while keeping the classic neckline. Its deceptively simple coral motif has been carefully embroidered with elegant seed beads, adding an electrifying pop to the already eye-catching red.

Embroidered Tulle Top in ’67 Embroidery 

Entirely embroidered with a tropical mix of colourful stones, this luxurious top from Valentino Escape 2021 is bright, eccentric and bold. Its extensive details accentuate the retro feel of the ’67 pattern, making it a brilliant statement piece for this season. 

The Valentino Escape 2021 Collection is now available on Valentino and MyTheresa.