The Valentino gala dinner in Rome, held in July 2007, was a grand event celebrating Valentino Garavani's 45 years in the fashion industry. This lavish celebration was part of a three-day extravaganza from July 6-8, 2007, which included an exhibition and a haute couture fashion show. The dinner itself took place at the Temple of Venus in the Imperial Forum, set up for the occasion by Oscar-winning set designer Dante Ferretti. The event was marked by its opulence, featuring fiberglass replicas of ancient pillars and a dazzling fireworks display.

The event was attended by 350 international jet set VIPs, including Sarah Jessica Parker, Eva Mendes, Uma Thurman, Mick Jagger, Claudia Schiffer, and some big names in international fashion like Giorgio Armani, Donatella Versace, Karl Lagerfeld, and Tom Ford.