Fashion

Missoni Collaborates for Cheaper Clothes

by Natalie Aldern | Thu, 05/05/2011 - 11:30

While Italian luxury brand Prada has turned up its nose at the idea of making clothes more affordable, Missoni has just confirmed that they will be…

Armani Designs Custom Robes for Sicilian Bishop

by Natalie Aldern | Wed, 05/04/2011 - 08:05

When the small island of Pantelleria was ready to inaugurate a new church, the bishop knew just what to wear- Armani.Giorgio Armani has holidayed in…

Lifestyle

Miss Italia 2011 Welcomes Curvier Contestants

by Natalie Aldern | Fri, 04/29/2011 - 06:39

Italy’s most famous beauty contest is taking steps to combat sizeism. Miss Italia has opened the competition to girls up to a size 44 (UK 12, USA 10,…

Lifestyle

Prince William's Wedding Day has 'Made in Italy' Beginnings

by Natalie Aldern | Fri, 04/29/2011 - 03:50

Designers from all over the world vied for the chance to create Kate Middleton's royal wedding dress, but the gown will most likely be “Made in England.”Her…

Valentino Designs His Ideal Royal Wedding Dress

by Natalie Aldern | Thu, 04/28/2011 - 05:10

The dress that Kate Middleton will wear to marry Prince William has been the subject of speculation for months. Fashion lovers and designers from all over the…

Versace Tells Italian Youths to Get a Job

by Natalie Aldern | Fri, 04/22/2011 - 06:16

Santo Versace spared no feelings on Thursday when he openly criticized the youth of Italy. Speaking at a conference regarding the state of the Italian economy…

Gucci Turns 90 in Style

by Natalie Aldern | Fri, 04/15/2011 - 03:05

Gucci's classic Jackie bagGucci is celebrating the fashion house’s 90th birthday by recreating some of the brands most iconic bags. The 1921 collection, named…

Italian Brand Bulgari Sells for €3.7 Billion

by Natalie Aldern | Thu, 03/10/2011 - 07:11

Italian luxury brand Bulgari has sold for a tidy sum. The designer jewelry firm has been acquired by LVMH for 3.7 billion Euros.LVMH, a French Luxury group,…

Culture

"Out of Fashion" Week in Milan

by ITALY | Tue, 03/01/2011 - 03:35

Take a couple of seconds, close your eyes and think about a famous icon of Italian beauty. Did you think about skinny size 40 (UK 8, USA 6, Australia 10)…

Milan Fashion Week

by ITALY | Wed, 02/23/2011 - 13:45

From February 23d to March 1st the fashion world moves to Italy for Milan Fashion Week. Following the fashion events in New York and London, the catwalks in…