41 Quotes by Valentino Garavani

French people are charming, adorable but not extremely generous with foreigners, but they believe in what they do. I feel proud in exchange because what I did in restoration is something I did for La France.

I put the number 7 on my t-shirt because this is the number of my championships but also because it was the number of Barry Sheene, who was a great hero of mine and a truly great racer,

Only wear clothes that make you feel alive.

I have a lot of energy after 2 A.M. I like to sleep in the morning. I have some problems at the start of the day.

When I entertain at home, I take time and pleasure in the small details that make all the difference. Entertaining is about giving to people and sharing with them.

Elegance is the balance between PROPORTION, EMOTION & SURPRISE.

I love my beauty. It’s not my fault.

There are only three things I can do – make a dress, decorate a house, and entertain people.

It is a big problem and so I don’t know for sure if I say yes or no to Ferrari.