Why Trust This Selection? Growing up as the daughter of a professional Italian tailor, my childhood home was always filled with fashion patterns, fabrics, and trips to Florence to source exceptional leather. That lifelong immersion in Italian craftsmanship—combined with three years as a professional fashion consultant—gives me a deep appreciation for authentic leatherwork. To create … Read more
There was a time when I had absolutely no idea how to wear leopard print — in fact, I looked at it with a rather suspicious eye. Unlike most of my friends and colleagues, I was born and raised in a small village in Tuscany, where bold prints like these were worn almost exclusively by … Read more
There’s a question I’ve been asked more than once over the years, but recently it came up again in the most natural way — over a simple family conversation. A few days ago, my cousin’s wife, who is Ukrainian, looked at me and asked:“How do you Italian — and French — women always manage to … Read more
…That “I have nothing to wear” sounds familiar? 🙄 Opening your wardrobe and feeling like “I have nothing to wear” is never a pleasant experience — especially when your wardrobe is actually so full that, if you bought another jumper, you wouldn’t even know where to put it. But there’s another feeling that often goes … Read more
For me, each country has its signature flair: the Germans are masters of engineering, the Dutch grow the world’s finest tulips, the British craft incredible wool fabrics… and when it comes to fashion and design—especially bags—the French and Italians reign supreme. In particular, when I think of bags (and I mean truly good, well-crafted bags), … Read more
Style Element Italian Style (La Bella Figura) French Style (Je Ne Sais Quoi) Core Philosophy Glamorous, tailored precision, high impact Effortless, undone, subtle chic Color Palette Rich jewel tones, terracotta, bold prints Neutrals: black, navy, beige, white, grey Key Silhouette Form-fitting dresses, waist emphasis, sharp coats Oversized blazers, relaxed denim, straight-cut pants Accessory Focus Statement … Read more
