Roberto Cavalli
Florentine designer known for exotic prints, patchwork denim, and animal-print excess. Embossed leather tags with lowercase 'roberto cavalli' mark the 1970s; bold 'Made in Italy' lettering tracks the 1980s; the 'Just Cavalli' diffusion-line wording dates 2000s pieces.
- Origin
- Italy
- Founded
- 1970
- Category
- High Fashion
- Documented eras
- 5
How Roberto Cavalli labels evolved over time. Match the markers below against the tag in hand to place a garment in its era.
1970–1979
1970s vintage Roberto Cavalli tags
Features “roberto cavalli” branding Tags are often leather with embossed or printed text.
- Features “roberto cavalli” branding.
- Tags are often leather with embossed or printed text.
- Some tags include “FIRENZE” and “Made in Italy” in bold serif letters.
- Occasionally, tags have a rectangular shape with stitched edges.
How to spot it
Features “roberto cavalli” branding — confirms this label era.
Value signal
Solid vintage interest; 1970s pieces in clean condition attract steady demand.
1980–1989
1980s vintage Roberto Cavalli tags
Tags often include “roberto cavalli” in bold, stylized letters Commonly features “Made in Italy” below the brand name.
- Tags often include “roberto cavalli” in bold, stylized letters.
- Commonly features “Made in Italy” below the brand name.
- Tags may include a red or gold color scheme.
- Rectangular tags with clean, serif fonts were typical during this era.
How to spot it
Tags often include “roberto cavalli” in bold, stylized letters — confirms this label era.
Value signal
Good vintage demand; 1980s label detail is a key value driver.
1990–1999
1990s vintage Roberto Cavalli tags
Features “roberto cavalli” in a more modern, sleek font Tags are rectangular and may be black with gold or white lettering.
- Features “roberto cavalli” in a more modern, sleek font.
- Tags are rectangular and may be black with gold or white lettering.
- Includes “Made in Italy” and size indicators.
- Some tags include additional branding like “Just Cavalli.”.
How to spot it
Features “roberto cavalli” in a more modern, sleek font — confirms this label era.
Value signal
Moderate collector interest; condition and completeness determine value.
2000–2009
2000s vintage Roberto Cavalli tags
Modern look with a focus on darker colors and bold text Includes both “roberto cavalli” and “Just Cavalli” branding.
- Modern look with a focus on darker colors and bold text.
- Includes both “roberto cavalli” and “Just Cavalli” branding.
- Tags often have a more luxurious appearance with metallic accents.
- Loop tags introduced, sometimes with additional size information.
How to spot it
Modern look with a focus on darker colors and bold text — confirms this label era.
Value signal
Entry-level vintage; value driven by brand recognition and condition.
2010–2019
2010s vintage Roberto Cavalli tags
Continues the modern, sleek aesthetic with varied tag materials Includes both “roberto cavalli” and “Just Cavalli” with contemporary fonts.
- Continues the modern, sleek aesthetic with varied tag materials.
- Includes both “roberto cavalli” and “Just Cavalli” with contemporary fonts.
- Uses a variety of colors, from black and gold to other sophisticated hues.
- Often paired with detailed size and care instructions.
How to spot it
Continues the modern, sleek aesthetic with varied tag materials — confirms this label era.
Value signal
Entry-level vintage; value driven by brand recognition and condition.