TURNING TABLES: Iconic Italian linen house Frette revives a heritage category with new table linens collection

Image credit: Turning Tables by Frette X Tara Bernerd, eu.frette.com

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Frette has launched a new collection of table linens, marking a return to a significant part of its heritage. Developed with designer Tara Bernerd, the collection features intricate designs and a range of complementary objects, aiming to enhance dining experiences with elegance and craftsmanship. This move underscores Frette's commitment to quality and innovation in home decor.

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Frette returns to a category that has long shaped the brand’s storied history with a renewed expression of table linens. From formal dining rooms to intimate family tables, Frette’s linens have, for generations, been woven into the beauty and tradition of sharing a meal. Crafted to elevate the art of gathering, these pieces have long been defined by quality and attention to detail, values that continue to shape Frette’s approach to the table today.

Complementing this return is Turning Tables, an assortment developed with Frette’s Creative Design Partner, Tara Bernerd. Drawing on a shared visual language established through their 2025 collaboration, Disrupting Architecture, Bernerd’s distinct perspective introduces a spirited layer to the table, offering moments of colour and movement. Her iconic motifs are reinterpreted as intricate borders on neutral and coloured linens, infusing the tablescape with exuberance and flair while expertly showcasing Frette’s unrivalled craftsmanship.

Tara Bernerd says: “We all aspire to eat well, live well, and share those joyous experiences, creating memorable moments that stay with us. Table placements are part of the stage that nourishes these occasions as they literally unfold, time and time again. This collection takes a contemporary, dynamic look at tradition, be it placed on a tray in front of your next series, on your yacht or your table of choice.”

Frette’s own selection of table linens is realised in the brand’s signature cotton–linen blend and a considered palette that echoes its broader design universe. Subtle in expression and meticulous in construction, the pieces feature Frette’s classic hemstitch detailing and geometric borders, offering a refined foundation that layers beautifully across seasons and occasions.

Accompanying the linens is a curated selection of objects designed to elevate the experience of entertaining. Elegant trays in glossy varnished oak and walnut feature decorative leather inlays bearing the signature motifs, while circular leather coasters, each with an individual design, are unified by a refined palette of burgundy, tan, and blue. Keepsake jars in rich lacquerware and travertine extend the collection beyond the table, finished with intricately hand-stitched leather lids, scalloped edges, and bronze finials that echo the Modernism-inspired patterns.

Beyond the tablescape, the partnership with Tara Bernerd expands into lighter tonal interpretations of the luxurious Disrupting Architecture throws and cushions. Building on the introduction of cashmere in bold, rich colourways, the new palettes offer a spectrum of refined tastes, while original patterns and motifs reflect cultural nuance and capture Bernerd’s symbolic, confident approach to colour.

“We wanted to reintroduce table linens in a way that felt true to Frette, crafted with intention and driven by innovation. Tara Bernerd’s contribution introduces a vibrant point of view that complements the collection beautifully,” says Filippo Arnaboldi, Frette Group CEO.

For over 165 years, Frette has perfected its legacy of Italian artistry to craft a life of quality for the world’s most discerning tastemakers. Since 1860, Frette has continually refined its mastery, weaving innovation into every detail to deliver unparalleled products, superior bespoke service, and extraordinary experiences for its clients worldwide, all in pursuit of a life well-lived. Today, that legacy lives on in this revitalised direction, enriched by the creative partnership with Tara Bernerd, which transforms the simple act of gathering into an experience of elegance, intimacy, and thoughtful personal expression. Both collections are available to purchase in select Frette boutiques and on Frette.com.

Notes to editors

About Frette For 165 years, Frette has woven regal comfort into the fabric of life’s most memorable moments, crafting masterfully designed linens and home accessories of unparalleled quality. Rooted in Italian artistry and craftsmanship, Frette’s legacy is one of timeless elegance, where the finest natural fibres are transformed by master artisans in Monza and Milan into creations that embody luxury, creativity, and thoughtful personalisation. Renowned for its inimitable finish and feel, Frette has graced the world’s most iconic destinations—from the altar of St. Peter’s Basilica to the dining car of the Orient Express—while more than 500 European royal families have slept beneath its sheets. Today, Frette continues to shape extraordinary experiences, found in its elegant boutiques, celebrated department stores, and over 1,500 of the world’s most luxurious hotels, as well as in the private residences, yachts, and jets of the most discerning tastemakers. With an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and an eye toward innovation, Frette remains dedicated to outfitting the world’s most exceptional spaces. Frette.com @Frette #Frette About Tara Bernerd Since founding Tara Bernerd & Partners in 2002, Tara Bernerd has established a formidable reputation as one of the world’s leading architectural designers, excelling in intelligently planned hospitality and residential spaces. Impeccable craftsmanship, rich materiality and a timeless aesthetic define the studio’s diverse portfolio, realised in luxury projects spanning the globe from Osaka to New York, from Paris to Milan. These hotels, spas, restaurants and residences sensitively reflect their cultural and geographical context, while also being fully attuned to the needs of the discerning, modern traveller. This layered approach is shaped by Bernerd’s belief that design should always inspire and enrich the way we live. TaraBernerd.com @TaraBernerdandPartners

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