Anna Valentine, previously known as Robinson Valentine, is a london-based fashion house launched in 1986, and founded by designer duo Antonia Robinson and Anna Valentine. Robinson Valentine was launched in 1986 by designer duo Antonia Robinson and Anna Valentine. The pair began working under the name "Robinson Valentine." Robinson and Valentine met at a college in Hammersmith while taking a pattern-cutting course. After completing the course, they approached Enterprise Allowance Scheme program which helped them open a small shop in Wandsworth. After becoming successful, they opened a much larger shop in Kensington.