Fashion Trends & Tours in Italy

I found an interesing article,written by a fashion writer from Associated Press, Daniela Petroff, about the latest wearing habits of the Pope.

She writes:

…wearing Gucci sunglasses and bright red Prada loafers, the vintage styles have turned Benedict into something of a fashion celebrity.

and in other excerpts

Called a “caumaro,” the long forgotten head-covering dates back to the Middle Ages and figures in many famous papal portraits, including one of Julius II by Raphael

she points out

The 78-year-old Benedict lacks John Paul’s natural charisma, and the trappings of Vatican splendor may be a way to compensate.

But those who know Joseph Ratzinger dismiss any notion of vanity in the pope’s dressing habits.

“He wouldn’t know Gucci from Smoochi”, said Marjorie Weeke, a former official at the Vatican’s Social Communications office.

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Italian Fashion house Gianfranco Ferrè signs the American actress Julia Roberts for its next ad campaign - Spring-Summer 2006 season.

Gianfranco Ferrè says:

“I think the time for muses has come and gone. My source of inspiration is modern-day reality, women who live in today’s world. Both, as a woman and as a personality Julia Roberts in my eyes reflects a total affinity with this ideal of mine”

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Some proposals for your Gift ideas.

I have selected a few Italian Jewelry and Custome Jewelry items.
The followings are among the best selling ones in this holiday shopping season.
Affordable price and fine Italian design, let’s have a close look to them.

- First, a 18K White Gold Diamond Bar Necklace, by Forzieri, price: $156.

 
Below a couple of ‘gems’ made with the finest Murano Glass including the ancient Venice craft tradition.

- Murano Glass Beads & Flowers Multi-strand Necklace by Antica Murrina Veneziana , $109.

- Again by Antica Murrina Veneziana Passione: Red, Gold and Black Murano Glass Heart Pendant, at $29.95.

Tibor from Hungary, has chosen to spend a short holiday in Italy late December and would like shopping for shoes during his stay.
He asked us:

I am to spend a few days in Italy by visiting a few art cities, could you suggest me a few addresses to buy good quality men’s shoes? I am not willing to pay a fortune for it. Price range € 60-100 would be ok.

If you had a car would be able to find a number of deals by visiting either big shoes mall or factory outlets, which are being located outside the center of the cities are not so easy to reach by public transportation.
Usually, the shops located in the historical areas come with prices not falling in the range that meets your budget.

However try, maybe you’ll manage to locate good quality shoes at bargain prices in the central areas of the art cities too.
I suggest you to try with Bata shops, usually located in the center of the cities, it’s sure they have good quality shoes for 70-80 Euro.
Even though it’s pretty sure you’ll able to find Bata in Hungary too, being a large international chain of shops included under this label, maybe the items of the Italian shops to be slightly different from the other ones located in your country.

Browse a large selection of Italian designer shoes

It’s holiday shopping season, so deals, coupons, discounted prices are everywhere on the web.

We could not renounce to have such Christmas Decorations on our website.
So, I have selected a few coupons for buying designer fashion accessories. Hope that helps you to save up money and time in your last minute rush to gifts.

- Designer Lingerie under $30

Free Shipping on U.S. orders over $75 at Bare Necessities. Find 
top designer intimates and sleepwear. Offer ends 12-31-05

30 Holiday Gifts under $30 including Calvin Klein, Hanky Panky and
 more at Bare Necessities

- Handbags by Prada and Gucci, save up to 55 %

Prada Handbags for 55% off!

Gucci Handbags for 33% off!

- Forzieri, one of the most prestigious brands for Italian fashion accessories

Save $25 OFF on  any order of $250 or more.
Use Coupon Code: 1CF5C9 Expires: Jan 30th 2006

Find your Christmas gift here, browsing more than 5,000 Italian designer accessories

I have selected a few handbags, priced around $ 100 (and less), I think could match your budget needs and preferences.

I suppose this selection can help you to find any gift ideas.

First, a suede square Mini Bag, by Forzieri, vintage-inspired style, price: $ 82.
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Then, a pink Mini Bag by Caterina Lucchi, price: $ 85.
It features a handle embellished by a ring detail and a large clear rhinestone that shines and sparkles at every move
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Finally a black leather handbag by Roccobarocco which comes with a price of $ 108.
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