While I'm just as inspired by French style as the next person, it's the cool polish of Italian style that's really all I can think about at the moment. While their French counterparts may have minimal and effortless style down pat, Italian women seem to possess a natural glamour about them that I find just as intoxicating, if not more so. Growing up in an Italian American household, I was surrounded by great style at every turn. My grandmother and aunts were always dripping in gold jewelry 24/7, and my interest only magnified after studying in Bologna and getting firsthand immersion. Suffice it to say, Italians' particular brand of elevated glam has always inspired me.
Since shopping is just what I do, I thought it would be fun to put my knowledge of Italian style to use and imagine the types of fashion items they would put in their carts when shopping on Amazon. If you're anything like me and want to shop like a chic Roman or Milanese, then you're in for a treat because the e-tailer is home to tons of Italian style staples right now.
Behold—the ultimate guide to shopping Amazon like a true Italian fashion person. Ciao, bella!
It's impossible to look anything other than polished in this.
Easy tailoring is an absolute must.
The Bottega Veneta Drop Earrings are sold out everywhere (even in Italy), but these are a good alt.
Stacks of gold jewelry + this blazer = an outfit that's absolutely dripping in wealth.
As easy as any other tank but infinitely chicer.
So '90s.
This dress was made to be worn while strolling down a cobblestone street with a gelato in hand.
What did I say about stacks of gold jewelry?
This strappy ankle-tie situation is so charming.
When an Italian woman packs for vacation, a versatile sarong is always in her suitcase.
As is a flattering black bikini.
When I say effortless polish, a vest-and-trouser set is exactly what I mean.
What Italians wear instead of jeans nine times out of 10.
The oval buckle makes this a tad more forward.
This is a wardrobe necessity no matter where you live.
A zero-regret purchase.
It's giving 1960s Sophia Loren.
Boring sunglasses are something Italians know nothing about.
When they do wear jeans, they stick to the classics.
It's hard to find an LBD that's easy and cool, but this does both.
Hello, date night.
You'll look like you were cast as an extra in The White Lotus season two.
This shade of brown just looks so luxe.
The base to so many great outfits.
Duh.
Also duh.
The more gold jewelry the better.
How chic is this maxi-skirt set?
Prepare to get droves of compliments on this neckline.
Neutral but far from boring.
Simply a must.
This story was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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