I recently had the great fortune to travel to Italy - a country rich in history,
steeped in tradition and filled with people who appreciate the same things I do: Food, Wine and Fashion! I must say, I had sensory overload enjoying all three things during my two week stay. For this I say, Grazie Italia!
During my trip to the Amalfi Coast, up north to Venice, and back down to Rome, I wished I could bottle up all of my experiences, so that I could enjoy them again back home, in small savory doses.My vivid memories and many photographs will serve well, and I now share with you my favorite finds!
FASHION
This season, it's clear in Italy that the Fall Fashion trends are heavily focused on shoes and accessories, which is great for our shopping budgets! Clothes are bold in color- whether jewel tone, primary or citrus! Orange, red, teal and purple are HOT!
Scarves- once again, a must have for the season. Whether silky with a vintage print, or a textured cotton blend, be sure to accessorize your fall wardrobe with
a great scarf.
Leather Wrap Around and Obi
Tie Belts- I'm in LOVE with all the colors available for these perfect accessories! I picked one up in Venice, in a deep aquamarine, and it looks amazing with my little black dress or to contrast with other brights. Find a stock of these belts and pick one up in your best color. You can never go wrong with the neutral tones to accessories your skirt or jeans with a crisp white blouse. If you can't make it to Italy in the next couple of weeks, there are many great options online. Just seek and you will find.
Bold Colors- Bold hues of green, purple and orange. Red pants, red scarves, red shoes- anything red. Colorful silk blouses and skirts paired up with your new obi belt and your ready to strut your stuff on the streets of Rome and Milan!
FOOD
La Dolce Vita - Certainly not a new trend, but simply the Italian way of life. A panini for lunch. An afternoon siesta. A delicious pasta or risotto with fresh seafood. And don't forget the
Gelato for dessert! So how do they keep off the pounds? To start, they walk everywhere! The hundreds of steps in all the small towns of the coast and the sloping cobble streets and walkways of Rome and Venice. Standing at their local coffee bar instead of sitting. Also, the meals consist of all fresh ingredients. Fish caught that same day, home-made pasta and fresh sauces with zero preservatives and additives. Fresh fruit and greens along with plenty of water! The plentiful fountains in Italy make keeping hydrated very easy.
Our inspiration to kick off this season: Start up the Italian workout and mangia as healthy as you can! Replace processed foods with those that are all natural. Instead of using your bottled, heavy dressings simply use a drizzling of olive oil and a shaving of fresh pecorino cheese. Now as for the dolci...don't over indulge. But certainly don't deprive yourself of a cup of your favorite gelato as a special treat. In addition to your regular workout routine, WALK every chance you have. Park farther away at your trips to the store or at your office parking lot. Take the stairs instead of the elevator and an extra lap around the grocery store. Take the long way around the office back to your desk. Walking helps to clear your mind and will reduce over all stress. Carry on with the Italian way of life...and to everything just say "Va Bene"!
FIATS
Who could not help but love this little car, which is now available in the U.S! (Oh, and the guy...well, I can't help but love him too- my amazing husband. Thanks for a great trip to Italy!)
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