The fashion house that bears his name announced the death on Instagram but provided no details.
“The Roberto Cavalli company shares condolences with Mr. Cavalli’s family. His legacy remains a constant source of inspiration,” said Roberto Cavalli’s CEO Sergio Azzolari.
Cavalli was born on 15 November 1940 in Florence, known for its leatherwork.
After launching his namesake fashion brand in 1970, he later invented and patented an innovative leather printing process.
Cavalli opened his first small shop, Limbo, in the French city of Saint-Tropez in 1972.
As well as animal prints, he was also known for his hippie dresses, sand-blasted jeans, and patchwork designs on denim.
Described as an 'icon' by Victoria Beckham and countless others, Cavalli dressed the likes of Kim Kardashian, Taylor Swift and Zendaya, and rose from humble beginnings to become one of the pre-eminent designers of his era.
