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Which fashion designer was famed for his pioneering leather printing process and other unique techniques, such as sand-blasted jeans and patchwork on denim?

Roberto Cavalli, an Italian fashion designer born on November 15, 1940, in Florence, was renowned for his glamorous and flamboyant style, which included the innovative use of animal prints on leather and textiles. Cavalli contributed significantly to fashion with the patented leather printing techniques he introduced in the 1970s. His pioneering efforts also extended to creating sand-blasted jeans and unique patchwork designs on denim. These distinctive styles became synonymous with his brand, cementing his status as a fashion icon until his death on April 12, 2024, aged 83, at his home in Florence.