Italy is my favourite favourite country not only in Europe but the whole world. It just comes very naturally to me, the sense of ease of being one. I almost feel like i am home even though i can count on my fingers the number of italian words i know and understand. I think it has to do with being Indian, the informal culture, family run shops and restaurants, talking like no one can listen, the best food is still in the homes, there are many street smart ways to get a work done, etc are just a few similarities to begin with. Anyways summers are ringing and that means trips and holidays and incase europe is on your list here are my top 6 reasons why you have to go to Italy.
- It has all the architecture and museums and art galleries in the world. And i cannot think of another country that even comes close. In Venice there is a museum or art gallery at almost every other corner, you can be in Venice for more than a month and still not be able to do it all, just so much to see and absorb. Similar is the case of Florence and Rome. Italy is really swell with history and UNESCO world heritage sites.
- Food- Almost impossible to have a bad meal in Italy or you get seriously unlucky, the quality of food and produce is the bestest in the world. If you think Italian food is just Pizza and Pasta well then my friend you are going to be amazed beyond words. You reach a trattoria or osteria for dinner by 6.30-7 and this is what can follow 1.aperetivo which can be a small glass of house wine with freshly baked bread, 2. antipasti ( appetizer ) can be prosciutto or salami or sausage or bruschetta or cold cuts, etc 3. Primi which is your risotto, pizza, gnocchi, pasta, etc and there are a gazillion varieties of pizzas and pastas in Italy, all freshly made from the scratch. 3. Secondi- A meat or sea food dish, don’t get shocked if i tell you this is the main deal and very region specific. For e.g in Milan you can enjoy Bollito, in emilia romagna i.e bologna you will love cotoletta all bolognese, in tuscany Bistecca alla Fiorentina, in venice Fegato alla veneziana, and so is the case with every region. 4. Contorni which is a side dish of vegetables or salad. 5. Formaggi e frutta - local cheeses and fruits. 6 Dolce- the yummmyyyyy desserts, the best in the world. and finally to wash everything no 7. caffe i.e a shot of espresso.
- The people- Not even kidding, i am mostly in great mood in Italy because of the compliments i get from absolute strangers both men and women. ‘bellssima, bellissima’ and i just can’t stop blushing. But the Italians are not only a very charming lot but also a very helpful one or at least they try to help you out. Even if they don’t know english, if they understand what you are saying they will try their level best to guide you through expression or sign or their broken english.
- The mood- Informal, you don’t have to be prim and proper with what you say and how you eat or talk. Italy is pretty chilled out, just be.
- There are a zillion festivals and events happening throughout the year. Its just so culturally rich after all and i am sure you can experience something good no matter what time of the year you go and where.
- Last but not the least its one heck beautiful. A natural wonder i would say with everything from golden beaches, to sparkling seas to shining glaciers to rocky mountains to picturesque lakes to gently rolling hills, it has it all. Every region is like a perfect postcard, be it the sweeping hillside vineyards and medieval villages in Tuscany or the lake view of camo or the skyline of venice or the streets of sardinia or the stylish people of milan or the crystal clear water of sicily, there is actually no region less than the other.
Venice
Rome
Florence
Sienna
Pisa
Bologna
San Gimignano
And some Venice again
There is just so much to see and absorb and do and eat that literally you can go to Italy every year and still not do it all in your lifetime. As i write this post my mouth is salivating and my mind can only focus on how to get on the next flight to Italy.
These pictures are a collection from trips old and new, most before i even started blogging.
Check out my Milan travel guide.
Suggested posts- Instagrammers guide to Santorini Greece
Have you been to Italy, please share your experience.
Thank you for stopping by. See you with my next.
Love
Chichi
Why you have to visit Italy
Italy is my favourite favourite country not only in Europe but the whole world. It just comes very naturally to me, the sense of ease of being one. I almost feel like i am home even though i can count on my fingers the number of italian words i know and understand. I think it has to do with being Indian, the informal culture, family run shops and restaurants, talking like no one can listen, the best food is still in the homes, there are many street smart ways to get a work done, etc are just a few similarities to begin with. Anyways summers are ringing and that means trips and holidays and incase europe is on your list here are my top 6 reasons why you have to go to Italy.
- It has all the architecture and museums and art galleries in the world. And i cannot think of another country that even comes close. In Venice there is a museum or art gallery at almost every other corner, you can be in Venice for more than a month and still not be able to do it all, just so much to see and absorb. Similar is the case of Florence and Rome. Italy is really swell with history and UNESCO world heritage sites.
- Food- Almost impossible to have a bad meal in Italy or you get seriously unlucky, the quality of food and produce is the bestest in the world. If you think Italian food is just Pizza and Pasta well then my friend you are going to be amazed beyond words. You reach a trattoria or osteria for dinner by 6.30-7 and this is what can follow 1.aperetivo which can be a small glass of house wine with freshly baked bread, 2. antipasti ( appetizer ) can be prosciutto or salami or sausage or bruschetta or cold cuts, etc 3. Primi which is your risotto, pizza, gnocchi, pasta, etc and there are a gazillion varieties of pizzas and pastas in Italy, all freshly made from the scratch. 3. Secondi- A meat or sea food dish, don’t get shocked if i tell you this is the main deal and very region specific. For e.g in Milan you can enjoy Bollito, in emilia romagna i.e bologna you will love cotoletta all bolognese, in tuscany Bistecca alla Fiorentina, in venice Fegato alla veneziana, and so is the case with every region. 4. Contorni which is a side dish of vegetables or salad. 5. Formaggi e frutta - local cheeses and fruits. 6 Dolce- the yummmyyyyy desserts, the best in the world. and finally to wash everything no 7. caffe i.e a shot of espresso.
- The people- Not even kidding, i am mostly in great mood in Italy because of the compliments i get from absolute strangers both men and women. ‘bellssima, bellissima’ and i just can’t stop blushing. But the Italians are not only a very charming lot but also a very helpful one or at least they try to help you out. Even if they don’t know english, if they understand what you are saying they will try their level best to guide you through expression or sign or their broken english.
- The mood- Informal, you don’t have to be prim and proper with what you say and how you eat or talk. Italy is pretty chilled out, just be.
- There are a zillion festivals and events happening throughout the year. Its just so culturally rich after all and i am sure you can experience something good no matter what time of the year you go and where.
- Last but not the least its one heck beautiful. A natural wonder i would say with everything from golden beaches, to sparkling seas to shining glaciers to rocky mountains to picturesque lakes to gently rolling hills, it has it all. Every region is like a perfect postcard, be it the sweeping hillside vineyards and medieval villages in Tuscany or the lake view of camo or the skyline of venice or the streets of sardinia or the stylish people of milan or the crystal clear water of sicily, there is actually no region less than the other.
Venice
Rome
Florence
Sienna
Pisa
Bologna
San Gimignano
And some Venice again
There is just so much to see and absorb and do and eat that literally you can go to Italy every year and still not do it all in your lifetime. As i write this post my mouth is salivating and my mind can only focus on how to get on the next flight to Italy.
These pictures are a collection from trips old and new, most before i even started blogging.
Check out my Milan travel guide.
Suggested posts- Instagrammers guide to Santorini Greece
Have you been to Italy, please share your experience.
Thank you for stopping by. See you with my next.
Love
Chichi
Basket bags are literally going to be the hugest accessory trend this spring summer, traditionally used for picnics and beaches, this season its also city appropriate and i am sure you have already seen super chic city looks featuring a more structured style. Something very summery and fresh about them and that is exactly what they do to any outfit. I find them a bit bohemian as well and think they are perfect for my effortless boho chic style so i literally can’t wait to start rocking one soon.
How to style- 1. Since its such a statement piece i would just wear with a tee, white jeans and fun mules.
2. Obviously with those pretty floral dresses but prefer a more structured style to keep it city appropriate.
In my quest to get a fab one i browsed some online stores and found a few reasonable ones that i thought will share with you.
Bird pattern tote bag
Bamboo square basket bag
Cute cherry detail bag
Pineapple shaped bag for all the summer feelings
Heart shape hand held bag
Are you digging this trend? If you do hope you like the recommendations.
Thank you for stopping by, see you with my next.
Love
Chichi
Trend of the season the basket bag
Basket bags are literally going to be the hugest accessory trend this spring summer, traditionally used for picnics and beaches, this season its also city appropriate and i am sure you have already seen super chic city looks featuring a more structured style. Something very summery and fresh about them and that is exactly what they do to any outfit. I find them a bit bohemian as well and think they are perfect for my effortless boho chic style so i literally can’t wait to start rocking one soon.
How to style- 1. Since its such a statement piece i would just wear with a tee, white jeans and fun mules.
2. Obviously with those pretty floral dresses but prefer a more structured style to keep it city appropriate.
In my quest to get a fab one i browsed some online stores and found a few reasonable ones that i thought will share with you.
Bird pattern tote bag
Bamboo square basket bag
Cute cherry detail bag
Pineapple shaped bag for all the summer feelings
Heart shape hand held bag
Are you digging this trend? If you do hope you like the recommendations.
Thank you for stopping by, see you with my next.
Love
Chichi
Being effortlessly chic can be a task to begin with as it really needs some good practice to get a hang but once you do, it can be fairly easy. Always about balance and letting the wearer shine through the outfits aka the person wearing the clothes and not the clothes wearing the person. If effortless chic is your cup of tea then let the following 10 points guide you to be one with ease.
- Do not try too hard, i.e the first rule. Like wearing all the accessories or all the trends at the same time.
- Pair something tight with something loose, for e.g if you are wearing a skinny jeans wear a loose top or a wide leg trouser with a fitted top that way the look is balanced and looks more chilled out.
- Monochrome always wins at effortless chic. I am a huge fan of monochrome i think i wear it most days. One colour outfits with a pop of print or a different colour through ur accessories or outerwear like in todays look is a sure shot way to rock effortless chic.
- Think about fit and tailoring. Even if the piece is loose like my kimono since it has a clean cut and structured look it delivers. Tailoring is specially important for trousers and outerwear. Trousers that are perfectly tailored to your body will lend chic to your outfits.
- Be comfortable in your outfit if you are not don’t wear it because it will never look effortless. Shoes that keep you comfy throughout the day and clothing that keeps you breathing.
- Wear a statement piece with other basic pieces.
- Effortless chic is cool and classic but not dated. So wear those trends just remember to wear them in the right proportion to keep it modern but chilled out.
- There are a few colours that are particularly chic, and without any guesses they are the neutrals like black, white, grey, camel, nude and now blush pink.
- Chic prints are stripes and leopard.
- 10. Always dress for your body type, what looks effortless on A person might not look the same on you.
I fell in love with KAYOMO labs collection after spotting it in the fashion showroom during London Fashion Week AW17. So fun yet so practical catering to all sexes and ages, people who are modern yet open to traditions and a blend of cultures. The inside of the kimono is equally stunning and they do great colours as well as neutrals. I feel they are really a very chic statement piece.
This look incorporates most of those points above, no. 3 wearing monochrome, no 4. Clean cut outerwear and tailored shorts, no 5. my mules are the comfiest and so are my roomy tee and shorts no. 6 wearing a statement piece with basics (statement kimono, basic tee and shorts), no 7 rocking the pastel mules trend no 10. the A line tailored shorts give a good shape to my body and above all NO 1 because i followed all those points my look does not look tried too hard.
What i wore- Kimono- KAYOMO LAB, Shorts, Tee, Mules - ASOS
Thank you for stopping by, See you with my next.
Best
Chichi
Modern Kimono & effortless chic style how to
Being effortlessly chic can be a task to begin with as it really needs some good practice to get a hang but once you do, it can be fairly easy. Always about balance and letting the wearer shine through the outfits aka the person wearing the clothes and not the clothes wearing the person. If effortless chic is your cup of tea then let the following 10 points guide you to be one with ease.
- Do not try too hard, i.e the first rule. Like wearing all the accessories or all the trends at the same time.
- Pair something tight with something loose, for e.g if you are wearing a skinny jeans wear a loose top or a wide leg trouser with a fitted top that way the look is balanced and looks more chilled out.
- Monochrome always wins at effortless chic. I am a huge fan of monochrome i think i wear it most days. One colour outfits with a pop of print or a different colour through ur accessories or outerwear like in todays look is a sure shot way to rock effortless chic.
- Think about fit and tailoring. Even if the piece is loose like my kimono since it has a clean cut and structured look it delivers. Tailoring is specially important for trousers and outerwear. Trousers that are perfectly tailored to your body will lend chic to your outfits.
- Be comfortable in your outfit if you are not don’t wear it because it will never look effortless. Shoes that keep you comfy throughout the day and clothing that keeps you breathing.
- Wear a statement piece with other basic pieces.
- Effortless chic is cool and classic but not dated. So wear those trends just remember to wear them in the right proportion to keep it modern but chilled out.
- There are a few colours that are particularly chic, and without any guesses they are the neutrals like black, white, grey, camel, nude and now blush pink.
- Chic prints are stripes and leopard.
- 10. Always dress for your body type, what looks effortless on A person might not look the same on you.
I fell in love with KAYOMO labs collection after spotting it in the fashion showroom during London Fashion Week AW17. So fun yet so practical catering to all sexes and ages, people who are modern yet open to traditions and a blend of cultures. The inside of the kimono is equally stunning and they do great colours as well as neutrals. I feel they are really a very chic statement piece.
This look incorporates most of those points above, no. 3 wearing monochrome, no 4. Clean cut outerwear and tailored shorts, no 5. my mules are the comfiest and so are my roomy tee and shorts no. 6 wearing a statement piece with basics (statement kimono, basic tee and shorts), no 7 rocking the pastel mules trend no 10. the A line tailored shorts give a good shape to my body and above all NO 1 because i followed all those points my look does not look tried too hard.
What i wore- Kimono- KAYOMO LAB, Shorts, Tee, Mules - ASOS
Thank you for stopping by, See you with my next.
Best
Chichi
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