Cyril de Malherbe-Verdavainne established himself as a distinct voice in American fashion when he launched his label, VERDAVAINNE, in 2018. After 15 years as the right hand to renowned American designer Carmen Marc Valvo, and with early training at the fashion houses of Pierre Balmain and Thierry Mugler, Cyril has brought his blend of Parisian heritage and modern elegance to life in a sophisticated women's eveningwear collection.

A graduate of Parsons School of Design in both Paris and New York, Cyril has always been driven by a desire to empower women through fashion. His vision for VERDAVAINNE is to offer an elevated custom design experience, allowing women to express their authentic beauty through couture that is both timeless and bold.

In 2020, amid a global pause, Cyril embraced his creative instincts, moving away from conservative design and into a world of bolder shapes, intricate European fabrics, and a color palette inspired by his Casablanca roots. This daring approach quickly caught the attention of specialty boutiques and Saks Fifth Avenue, which now feature VERDAVAINNE in trunk shows nationwide.

Handcrafted in his Manhattan atelier, each VERDAVAINNE gown showcases meticulous attention to detail and precise fit, with Cyril insisting on body measurements for every custom order, ensuring that each piece reflects the unique beauty of its wearer.

VERDAVAINNE is not only a collection of gowns but a luxurious expression of Cyril’s remarkable journey from Casablanca to London, Paris, and ultimately, New York City, where his atelier continues to redefine women’s couture.