When it comes to style, Donatella Versace isn’t one to hold back.
The fashion designer is without a doubt the definition of a maximalist; incorporating plunging necklines, bold prints and provocative silhouettes into her own wardrobe and seasonal collections for the Italian fashion house, Versace.
So, to celebrate one of the most powerful voices in the industry, we’ve rounded up a collection of vintage photographs that document how young Donatella Versace went from fashion muse to fashion icon.
Scroll down to see her fascinating evolution.
Donatella Versace in 1989.
Donatella Versace in 1990 with Gianni Versace.
Donatella Versace in 1990 with Jennifer Lopez.
Donatella Versace in 1990 with Gianni Versace.
Donatella Versace in 1990 with Gianni Versace.
Donatella Versace in 1991 with Patricia Kaas.
Donatella Versace in 1993 with her family.
Donatella Versace in 1993 with Gianni Versace.
Donatella Versace in 1994 with Gianni Versace.
Donatella Versace in 1995.
Donatella Versace in 1995 with Gianni Versace.
Donatella Versace in 1995.
Donatella Versace in 1995.
Donatella Versace in 1995 with Gianni Versace.
Donatella Versace in 1995.
Donatella Versace in 1995 with Gianni Versace.
Donatella Versace in 1995 with Gianni Versace.
Donatella Versace in 1996 with Gianni Versace.
Donatella Versace in 1996.
Donatella Versace in 1996 with Naomi Campbell.
Donatella Versace in 1996.
Donatella Versace in 1998.
Donatella Versace in 1998 with Madonna.
Donatella Versace in 1999 with Prince Charles.
Donatella Versace in 1999.
Donatella Versace in 1999 with Kate Moss.
Donatella Versace in 2002.
Donatella Versace in 2002.
Donatella Versace in 2003.
Donatella Versace in 2003.
Donatella Versace in 2003.
Donatella Versace in 2005.
Donatella Versace in 2007.
Donatella Versace in 2007.
Donatella Versace in 2009 with Cindy Crawford.
Donatella Versace in 2010.
Donatella Versace in 2016.
Donatella Versace in 2017.
Donatella Versace in 2017.
Donatella Versace in 2018.
Donatella Versace in 2018.
