From head to toe, including accessories. Picked by all the greatest names, such as Chanel, Chloè, Hermes. And it is a true invasion that pushes the limits of style– it can be romantic, ladylike but also hi-tech and street-style- and of material: leather like chiffon, silk like jersey.
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You either love it or hate it. Forte dei Marmi has no casual fans. This seaside town’s lifestyle and atmosphere haven’t changed in years and years, it is chic and nonchalantly elegant, but it doesn’t warm up to just anyone! However, if you fall in love with Forte dei Marmi, you will love it forever and love everything about it: the bicycle strolls, the mouthwatering smell of spaghetti with arselle, the Wednesday street market, aperitivo at the Principe café and nights at the Capannina Club.
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Thursday afternoon. My best friend is coming from Cuba to spend a few days with me and the children at the seaside. To celebrate her arrival, I’m taking her out for a drink at the new Pesce Baracca terrace, close to my house and the pier: she loves tapas and a good glass of wine.
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This afternoon, I pretended to be sixteen years old, when I used to buy new things and wear them all together. My assistant was Ines and she had great fun.
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There is a truly special small swimwear shop in Forte dei Marmi: KC beachwear . It offers handmade bathing suits, strictly made in Italy, to be paired with beautiful accessories such as headscarves, earring, kaftans and pareos….Very sophisticated and unique patterns, all double-face. Do you know it? You can’t absolutely miss it. It is near the church, a bit off the main streets but a must-see.
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3 macro trends. And “macro” refers to the size of accessories which, this summer, are huge, showy and colorful. …
It reminds us of sumptuously-dressed Renaissance popes or Bronzino’s magnificent portrait of Eleanor of Toledo, in her splendid clothes and composed posture. And yet, it’s the most glamourous style seen on the runways. We are talking about brocade in all its versions. Sumptuous, rich fabrics, worthy of a Queen of Hearts: it’s spring brocade. Bright and colorful by Valentino, more ladylike by Luisa Beccaria.
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The most docile of color trends has changed its nature in 2017 and is explored in every possible way – hi-tech, ladylike, child mood…- and in all shades – from ice to butter. Loose-fitting by Sonia Rykiel, with laces by Simon Rocha, Amish-style by Celine, futuristic and from outer space by Dior, impalpable and see-through by Valentino. To be worn with strictly white or, if you prefer, golden accessories. If you opt for color, it has to be something special.
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This summer there’s a little something for everyone: from haute couture slippers– a must-have- to the new kitten heel pumps, slender and comfy. And flip-flops, wedge sabot sandals and the comeback of platform shoes. This season is a throwback to the ‘80s- square-toed shoes- , to the ‘70s- wedgies- and to the ‘90s- kitten heels. Some must-haves… …
That is to say, Pale Dogwood, which opposes the more daring strawberry red. Powder pink for romantic and ethereal beauties by Fendi and Blumarine; nearly lingerie by Chloé and Dior, overlaid by N°21. …
Jackets go back to the eighties: oversized and huge, padded shoulders. Maxi and multi-pocket pants and jackets. In order to have everything within reach. The focus is on sculpture-like sleeves. By everyone: from Marni to Balenciaga, from Chanel to Vetements. …
My second working day in Florence, for another bespoke shopping tour, this time with two thirty-year-olds from London who work in the fashion business, to roam the city’s trendiest multi-brand shops. …
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Florence, ca van sans dire, is one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Ask and you will get what you ask for in an exclusive setting. …
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Aperitivo time at the Four Seasons, in the magnificent garden of Palazzo della Gherardesca, just steps away from the Hotel’s seawater swimming pool: an oasis of beauty and wellness downtown Florence, where I managed to sneak some time for myself with a dear friend from Milan, who was in town for the Pitti show. …
The keyword is nature. Linen, canvas, cotton, jute. Colors are soft and in all the nuances of pink and beige.Very soft pants by Hermes, jumpsuits with leather accessories by Les Copains. …