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I've never seen a more polished-at-all-times group of people than Italians. I can always spot Italian tourists thanks to their spot-on style. Of course, Prada, Giorgio Armani, Missoni, Gianni Versace, Gucci, and Dolce & Gabbana are hugely responsible for that. But Italian Fashion Now by Maria Luisa Frisa ($14) dishes about the new rising stars of Italian fashion now. Giambattista Valli, Read more
Lucky magazine is one of our favorite sources for great shopping tips. We're thrilled to share this fabulous story from our friends at Lucky! Summer officially arrives in less than a week but the Versace team is already thinking about next season. The brand just released its Fall/Winter 2012 campaign and although the clothes are technically for cooler weather, we wouldn't mind wearing them now. Read more
The stars are shining bright in NYC tonight for the annual Metropolitan Museum's Costume Institute Gala. This year's Met Gala marks the launch of the Costume Institute's new exhibit, "Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations." It's a celebration of two Italian designers, Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada, from two different eras, and will feature simulated conversations between the Read more
Along with sunnier days, sandal fever, and a whole lot of iced coffee, we're looking forward to the season's onslaught of silver-screen blockbusters and indie films and, of course, the inspiring movie fashion that comes with it. More specifically, we're dying to see what Penelope Cruz will be wearing (aside from that sexy little red minidress) in Woody Allen's To Rome With Love, how Michelle Read more
Milan Fashion Week is coming to a close, and if the outings from Italy's haute houses are any indication, we're in for a polished season full of vintage homages ranging from the Mod to the Baroque. New York may be the exuberant youngster of the Fashion Week pantheon, but Milan is her self-possessed and eternally chic aunt. It's a much more adult take on runway fashion, so check out some beauty Read more
The latest batch of glossy Spring '12 ads have us swooning for retro prints, sunny beachside dance parties, safari adventures, boxy handbags, and fluoro-enhanced heels. While our first roundup of warm weather campaigns showed off the likes of Versace, Mulberry, Proenza Schouler, and Salvatore Ferragamo, this time around we get to check out favorites like Calvin Klein, Balenciaga, Oscar de la Read more
Everything's coming up Missoni striped, zigzagged, and tie-dyed these days! The Italian fashion house is quickly spreading its signature bohemian style to moms and lil girls everywhere. Earlier this season, the designer partnered with Havaianas to introduce a line of bright, designer flip-flops. They then announced a Fall collaboration with Target that will include affordable clothes and Read more
With red-carpet glamour in full effect, this year's Cannes is officially underway. As we eyed the fashionable arrivals, we were nearly blinded by Bianca Balti's gorgeous, glittering emerald jewels. The Italian beauty stepped out, nearly dripping in the jaw-dropping bling, leaving us stunned — and in search of similar adornments. Now, we've scoured the market for the same brilliantly-hued gems, Read more
Bring on the patterns! You'll never look at your plain old stroller the same way again now that Bugaboo has joined forces with Missoni. The Dutch stroller company (who recently stole the carriage spotlight with its introduction of the Donkey convertible stroller) and Italian fashion house are partnering on a special collection of brightly patterned fabrics. For the Cameleon, the design house has Read more
The Venice Film Festival kicked off last Wednesday with George Clooney's self-directed political drama The Ides of March opening the competition, and since then many of Hollywood's hottest stars have also premiered upcoming projects in front of Italian audiences. Gwyneth Paltrow and Matt Damon were among the latest to roll through over the weekend, along with Colin Firth, James Franco, Michael Read more
