LINO VILLAVENTURA
Born in Belém, state of Pará
Based in Fortaleza, state of Ceará
Photo by Gleeson Paulino
Model Yasmin Morais
Mosaic dress
Winter 2025
Silk tulle, silk scraps
Nothing goes to waste in Lino Villaventura’s atelier. A master of upcycling, the designer transforms silk remnants into mosaic-like collages, drawing inspiration from Byzantine and Art Nouveau period, as well as the work of Paul Poiret and Gustav Klimt. This bespoke intricate piece took four embroiderers over a month to complete.Born and raised in Belém, Pará, Villaventura founded his eponymous label in 1982 in Fortaleza, Ceará, alongside his partner Inez. Renowned for his sculptural silhouettes, exquisite handwork, and theatrical flair, he has also designed costumes for film and theatre.
A prominent figure in Brazilian fashion, Villaventura has showcased his work at international fashion weeks and exhibitions across major museums in Brazil and abroad.
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