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Valentina Ragoni was founded by ambitious sisters, Valentina and Carolina Rangoni. Breaking gender stereotypes and promoting female creativity within the footwear industry, the brand represents a mission of female and youth emancipation. As influential figures in the international footwear landscape, the Rangoni sisters advocate for sustainable and ethical practices, amplifying their voices to push boundaries, address needs, and promote innovation

Visit valentinarangoni.com for stockists.

Photo of Fiona Ankle Wrap Avio Raso Plisse from “The Enchantment of California” S/S 24 collection courtesy of Valentina Ragoni.

Highlights from the May/June 2024 issue:

Society Calendar

Happenings of note in May & June.

Is there an event you’d like us to cover or add to the calendar in our May/June issue? Send an email with the details to bridget@slmag.net.

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Dancing into the Future

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Tall Tops & Togas

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BLC Annual Auction

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An Evening of Mission Magic

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Bourbon & the Bayou

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Whiskey Wall of Wonder

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Central Kentucky Heart Ball

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Her Knight

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Frankel Night

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Keeneland Spring Meet

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Cheers for Wishes

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I almost came to blows at my first Kentucky Derby, which I attended as a member of the media along with my father and my business partner, who were on assignment for Sports Illustrated as starting gate photographers. My ensemble, a midi-dress with pink and fuchsia flowers on a white background, was ill-suited for a day marked by torrential downpours and oodles of mud.   As we were leaving the track at the end of a long day, a very inebriated woman, covered head-to-toe in infield muck, ran over and attempted to hug me unsolicitedly. When my initially playful refusal was refuted, and she continued to move in, I realized I needed a more aggressive stance and 'gave the Heisman' so that the hand of my outstretched arm was the only thing to get dirty. The woman's friends smartly diffused the situation, ushering her away before she could move back in and allowing us to continue on our way.

Text: Bridget Williams

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