My Generation: Fashion Crusader, Cancer and Health, Fashion & Beauty—AARP Fashion & Beauty

Fashion Crusader Carmen Marc Valvo

Creating patterns of hope that never go out of style

Designer and celebrity Carmen Marc Valvo has always had a passion for . He’s worked with Nina Ricci, Christian Dior and even launched his own label in 1989. As a talented fashion designer, he’s consistently able to predict the latest runway trends, but he wasn’t prepared for what life was about to throw him. At the age of 48, Carmen was diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Since then, he’s been able to turn his personal adversity into a pattern of hope and inspiration for others.

Join 's Gaby Goddard as she discovers how this chic clothes designer is helping to stitch back together the lives of cancer patients.

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