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Dress for La Dolce Vita.
Since living here, Ive embraced a Why blend in?
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Whatever region Im in, I know Italians appreciate great style.
And wherever I am, I know I cant go wrong with agreat pair of sunglasses.
Ill give her the Italian language menu!
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Foldable, theyre great for travel and have joined me around the world.
The Wayfarers are not too flashy but a subtle nod to style.
Even Kate Middleton has been spotted wearing them.
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A little bit more versatile than a Topsider,Superga is the ultimate summer sneaker.
Retro inspired, its versatile enough for all seasons and looks right at home on the streets of Italy.
My husband and I rarely use the car in the summer unless were traveling long distances.
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Since moving to Italy, Ive scoured vintage shops for classic Gucci scarves.
But the fabulous thing about this piece is you dont have to go as far as Gucci.
Wear it the Italian way: A scarf around the neck elevates even a white T-shirt.
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Then theres the glam Capri-inspired head scarf look.
Or a quickly tied chic sarong at the beach bar!
There are so many options.
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Leather Jacket
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Any other clothes you should consider for your Vespa look?
Yes, a beautiful Italian leather jacket for those post-dinner rides.
I actually never got use out of a motorcycle jacket until I moved to Italy.
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The double zip-up panel and high collar serve as a great defense against the wind.
I finally saw the function of the fashion here!
To get the look, consider thisSam Edelman leather jacketfrom Nordstrom.
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Im even thinking of grabbing one in oyster.
Customers rave about the buttery soft leather thats perfect for layering and the quality at such a great price.
I love the ample pockets for storage, too!
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Little Black Dress
The surest way to livela dolce vita?
Thisclassic, breezy option from Amazonis highly rated with more than 5,000 five-star ratings and is justbellissima.
I even customized it for my life in Bergamo by adding straps that I tuck in while wearing.
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And for your day-to-day in Italy, youll want a great pair of jeans.
Also, Gen Z I disagree that skinny jeans are dead!
If skinny jeans work for you, like thisLevis 311 shaping pair, embrace them.
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They are perfect for a boot tuck in and a no-fuss look.
A great pair of sneakers or a classic leather Italian loafer with a pair statement sunglasses?Che bella!
Visiting my godmother in Rome?
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Well meet for a Vatican tour!
And Im back in Bergamo for dinnertime.
With its sleek design, the Beis weekender is the perfect bag for the overnight or day trip.
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Stella Jean-inspired Dress
Sure, names like Ferragamo, Gucci, Armani are synonymous with Italian fashion.
More often than not, these pieces are in collaboration with international craftsman through Stellas Laboratorio delle Nazioni.
It looks effortlessly pulled together.
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Or choose a linen blazer; I love the double-breasted tailoring of thisairy linen optionfrom Banana Republic.
For under $50, get theDream Pairs Chunky Platform Loafersto complete your Milan-inspired look.
I also usually stuff a reusable bag in there… you never know where you might stop!
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A fun update for the summer is theTory Burch Ella Chain Totein Olive Sprig.
Im rarely digging through my bag to get something with this purse.
I love the high-quality, buttery soft leather and the gorgeous chain straps.
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Get another bold look for less at Amazon withthis highly rated crossbodythat tops off any outfit.
It highlights the ideal of the fresh-faced look.
The base of this is good skincare.
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Some of the most iconic pictures of an Italian holiday show bronzed skin and beach umbrellas.
And it is averysunny peninsula.
But lets start small.
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You cant go wrong with a gold statement piece likethese gold-toned lightweight sculpted hoop earrings from J. Creweither.
Italian Cashmere Cardigan
Italy produces some of the finest cashmere in the world.
Its a fact, but Iama bit partial.
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There isnothinglike a cashmere turtleneck.
I pair them with mini skirts for a mod look, or great leather pants.
A cashmere, cotton and linen blend, they are constantly restocking it as its the perfect throw on.
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Prefer to wait for your Italian cashmere until you get to Italy?
Heres a budget-friendly cotton-blend from Amazon that gives you that great oversized cardigan look for just $22.
Its the perfect low-commitment way to incorporate the style into your wardrobe.
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A Chelsea boot, an ankle boot, a knee high boot.
One of my go-to boots that always gets a tesoro che chic!
is a vintage knee high black with gold hardware Saint Laurent pair that I have.Butamore!
you could definitely find this look for less without compromising on the quality with thisblack leather pair from Zappos.
Running through many Italian cities, youll find that some of the most charming areas are cobblestoned.
These cobblestone streets keep my cobblers in both the US and Italy in business.
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