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Italian luxury writing materials: Visconti Ripple H.R.H. limited series fountain pen

31 March, 2020

Wow! This fountain pen is like many of the old-school accessories that make a classy man - I put it alongside cufflinks, cigars and similar. A pen can create a refined image, especially if made from the right materials.This fountain…

Giorgio Armani cruising through the Italian islands on Main Armani yacht

31 March, 2020

Italian designer Giorgio Armani has been spotted in Amalfi. His luxury yacht Main ancored off the Amalfitan coast was cynosure of all eyes. Built just a three years ago, this super boat cost King Giorgio more than 40 million euros!

Miu Miu patent bow clutch

29 March, 2020

Miu Miu has created the perfect evening bag! Made of black patent leather with a bow at the front, buckle tab at the back and contrasting lining , this gorgeous clutch will soon be a classic. Price: £ 195

Milan Fashion week : Trussardi 1911 Fall/Winter 2009/10 men's collections

29 March, 2020

This time Mr Vukmirovic, artistic director of the Italian luxury house Trussardi, has created a truly refined collection; an exquisite palette of greys and muted blues which the designer turned into a series of really irresistible clothes; by using English…

Barack Obama and the ring: Italian jewellery design in the White House?

28 March, 2020

Italian jewellery design is beautiful, unique and expensive, especially if you’re talking about a Giovanni Bosco designed ring worth 24,000 euros. Although it has been officially denied, Barack Obama has thought of this Italian ring as a gift to his…

Lipstick heels by Alberto Guardiani: Katy Perry spotted

26 March, 2020

The lipstick stiletto heels of Italian stylist and fashion designer Alberto Guardiani are appearing on the feet of celebrities around the world. The cheeky shoes are the high point of the Guardiani Autumn/Winter collection for 2011 and so far have…

Italian design: bar stool furniture

23 March, 2020

If you’re currently re-decorating your bar, you might want to think about some Italian design concepts to spruik things up a little. Like these screw shaped stools from Denis Santachiara, which were presented at the 2008 Settimana del Mobile. The…

Madonna to design eyewear for Dolce&Gabbana;

23 March, 2020

Madonna is to design or rather put her signature to a collection of sunglasses for Italian label Dolce & Gabbana. The collection which should hit stores next May includes retro black plastic shades and gold-and-silver metal frames which will all…

Milan men's fashion week spring-summer 2011: Giorgio Armani

21 March, 2020

The Giorgio Armani classics were all there; from pleated trousers to double-breasted jackets many of which came in grey and blue hues. As always with Giorgio Armani the main focus of the collection was on emphasising the figure and its…

Italian design: "Memories from the future" by Alessi

21 March, 2020

Alberto Alessi is about to launch a new collection of houseware products inspired by the past. During the 1920s, 30s and 40s - Mr Alessi said - the design was not so important and manufacturers used to pay more attention…

Milan Fashion week: Prada Fall/Winter 2009/10 men's collection

21 March, 2020

Economies throughout the world are hitting a new low and Miuccia Prada, aware of this new scenario, prefers to play it safe on the runway, and yet she still does know how to inject chic into her creations. With her,…

Italian jewellery design: Ike Milano "Sport Gt" watch

21 March, 2020

Ike Milano is a young jewellery company, though it has already received some accolades for its distinctive design. This watch, called Sport Gt, has been entirely designed and produced in Italy, with the face reflecting the wheels of a supercar.Around…

Milan fashion week: Just Cavalli autumn/winter 2009/10

20 March, 2020

For autumn/winter 2009-10 Just Cavalli created a collection inspired by Nancy, Spungen, Sid Vicious; Blondie and Iggy Pop. Mr Cavalli also opted for such aggressive materials as leather and high-tech denim, though the best thing about his new collection were…

Barbara Lamuraglia, the Red Cross nurse who caught the eye of Silvio Berlusconi

19 March, 2020

Barbara Lamuraglia, the red cross nurse who caught the eye of Silvio Berlusconi at a military parade last June, walked the runway for Italian fashion designer Raffaella Curiel during Rome Haute Couture week. Here are few pics from the backstage…

Jennifer Tattanelli Croc ipad case

19 March, 2020

If you are one of those guys obsessed with their iPads, this luxury case designed by Italian Jennifer Tattanelli is probably the best you can get. Made of genuine crocodile and with a suede lining, this Italian case not only…

Katana, the new floor lamp by V12 design and Arkispazio for I Tre

18 March, 2020

This elegant floor lamp called Katana and designed by V12design and Arkispazio for I tre, one of the Firme di vetro’s brands, has been presented at the Frankfurt international exhibition Light & Building 2008. Made of carbon fibre this dynamic…

Versace 2010 winter collection: feeling the blues

18 March, 2020

Electric blue and maxi dresses feature for the 2010 Versace winter collection, in a kind of hippy meets corporate range. Long, masculine trench coats feature over mini-skirts with metallic touches and modern accessories. I love the blue coat - very…

Giuseppe Zanotti Fluro Patent Sandals

16 March, 2020

Once I heard a famous fashion designer say that an unexpected hue always adds big-time drama to a woman’s look, I think he was absolutely right. These neon pink patent leather sandals by Giuseppe Zanotti will give you all the…

Italian brand Ermenegildo Zegna opens online boutique

16 March, 2020

Ermenegildo Zegna has just opened its first boutique online; so you can now browse Zegna latest collections and shop the looks you like most. Famous for its obsessive attention to detail, the Italian brand is now facing a major turning…

Emporio Armani 2010/11 autumn-winter collection

16 March, 2020

Giorgio Armani ‘s passion for sports is well known ( and he’s undoubtedly in good trim for a man of his age), so the sporty look which we saw at Emporio Armani show just a few days ago did not…

Idole d'Armani new Armani fragrance

16 March, 2020

Idole d’Armani is the new perfume from Giorgio Armani that will appear in shops in September. It’s a classic glamour perfume from Armani, made to remember key Armani women who have inspired the Armani collection, with a style reflecting the…

Innovative glass food covers designed by Fabrica and Galleria Secondo Me

15 March, 2020

If I am not wrong the French were the first to develop the glass cloche or bell jar; back then they just wanted to protect their plants from frost and foul weather, but the idea of it has somehow expanded…

Italian design at Euroluce: "Bond" by Terzani

15 March, 2020

The next edition of the Euroluce international light show will feature this lamp by Terzani. The Italian designed lamp is called “Bond”, showing its secretive and futuristic style.The exterior is a glass sphere on a chrome base, lined on the…

Italian Fashion at Pitti Uomo, Florence: Corneliani Summer 2009

15 March, 2020

Corneliani offers a wide range of men’s clothing with a palette of sparkling grey, Mediterranean blue and soft brown; beautiful colours mixing with other delicate hues like salmon pink and baby blue.Prince of Wales suits and pinstripe trousers seem to…

Fendi Mini Mama Shoulder Bag

14 March, 2020

Fendi has created a fabulous bag; made of red patent leather with gold hardware, tonal stitching throughout and a chain strap, this shoulder bag can add a dash of style to your casual look. It goes with everything and has…