Design is something that comes naturally to us Europeans. We just have a natural instinct for what looks great. And European designers have led the world in terms of design innovation, especially in the fashion world. When you think about high fashion, it will usually be a European brand more often than not. We love to see the design world take a new look at a classic item. Christina Zeller has taken a fresh look at the handbag. This has been a mainstay of the fashionista for

Venice is a place of real beauty and life. People there live to party and share their love with the rest of the community. The Plaza Hotel is one of the venues that has been at the center of this life for many a year. And one of the highlights of the social calendar has been the Save Venice ball, hosted in that marvelous hotel. It is a gala that raises valuable funds for charity. Vanity Fair reported, “More than 450 guests were in attendance for the evening that raised $1.2 m

Design and beauty are often in the eye of the beholder. But every eye in the world appreciates the sheer brilliance and beauty of a classic Italian sports car. You might be forgiven for thinking the golden age of Italian car manufacturing is happening now. Ferrari and Lamborghini cars are coveted the world over. But connoisseurs of motors know that the real golden age was the 1950’s and 60’s. That’s when cars that stand the test of tome were built. Looking at some of the pric

What happens when Italy meets on of the most stylish American cities? Great question! Salvatore Ferragamo has been a mainstay of the Italian fashion scene for some time now. Webster is the Miami luxury boutique that has been wowing customers since opening nearly a decade ago in 2009. These two fashion icons have joined forces. The boutique is co-owned by Laure Heriard Dubreuil, who has a different approach to others when it comes to what a boutique should look like. This Elle

If you want to visit one of the most beautiful countries in the world, then train travel might help you get around. Italy has so much to offer from cities to museums, ancient sites and beautiful countryside. You could hire a car, but some of the Italian cities are very busy. Others, like Venice are pretty much inaccessible by car. This is where using the train is perfect for the traveler in Italy. There are so many options to think about. This Italy Magazine blog talks about