VALENTINO: AT THE EMPEROR'S TABLE

VALENTINO: AT THE EMPEROR'S TABLEValentino Garavanis passion for beauty extends beyond couture into the art of hosting, where each meal is a carefully orchestrated experience. As Andr Leon Talley notes, Valentino approaches entertaining with the same elegance and creativity that defined his legendary fashion career. Whether its an intimate dinner or a lavish luncheon, his attention to detail transforms each gathering into a celebration of style and warmth. Photographed by Oberto

Valentino Garavani’s passion for beauty extends beyond couture into the art of hosting, where each meal is a carefully orchestrated experience. As André Leon Talley notes, Valentino approaches entertaining with the same elegance and creativity that defined his legendary fashion career. Whether it’s an intimate dinner or a lavish luncheon, his attention to detail transforms each gathering into a celebration of style and warmth.

Photographed by Oberto Gili, this book offers a glimpse into Valentino’s exquisite homes around the world—from his London townhouse to his chalet in Gstaad and his yacht, T.M. Blue One. Each setting reflects a unique character, with carefully curated tableware, flowers, and menus that embody the spirit of each residence. The crown jewel, his beloved Château de Wideville near Paris, is a showcase of antique china and refined Italian cuisine.

Though retired from fashion since 2008, Valentino remains a master of refinement. His enduring love for beautiful objects, gracious hospitality, and the joy of sharing with friends continues to define his lifestyle—whether hosting thirty guests or enjoying a quiet meal alone. As he says, “Entertaining thirty or one is the same; the food has to be on a beautiful plate.”