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How to Dress Like an Italian Woman: 6 Habits They Follow

How to Dress Like an Italian Woman: Get chic essentials, outfit ideas, and timeless style tips that easily define Italian fashion.

Italian fashion.

A lot of people are always curious about how the French women dress and try to replicate their looks. And while they do have some incredible fashion sense, I’m going to focus on the Italian women right now.

They are so incredibly chic, and if you want to look like them, it’s honestly not that hard to do.

So if you’re trying to figure out how to dress like an Italian woman and get that “sprezzatura” look, then here are 6 simple habits you can easily follow. They’re just a few rules that will easily elevate your wardrobe and confidence.

how do Italian women always look so stylish? – best dressed – when putting together my wardrobe.

 

1. They Practice Casual Elegance

As one person put it when it came to the Italian approach to dressing, “l’eleganza non è farsi notare ma farsi ricordare (elegance isn’t getting noticed, but leaving an impression).”

And Italian women are going to find statement pieces that will catch your eye and leave you feeling like they just stepped out of a film.

They practice casual elegance by finding just the right outfits and accessories that make them feel unforgettable without trying too hard. They aren’t always going for in the moment trendy pieces that’ll be tossed in a few months, they’re going for being remembered.

So invest in yourself by investing in chic outerwear that’ll have you living rent free in other people’s minds.

2. They Look for Statement Handbags

A Statement Handbag.
PHOTO: AMÉLIE HABERLEITNER

Whether it’s just one or multiple, having statement handbags is such a simple way to look casually classy and transform your entire look.

You’re not investing in a short-term fashion trend, you’re investing in a piece that will still look good years later and always make an impression. So find the perfect leather purse or tote bag and make it apart of your personal look.

3. Sunglasses

Italian supermodels make the perfect statement with their sunglasses. Designer handbags will never be enough to make you stand out. You need some classy sunglasses to effortlessly finish up a look.

4. They Look for Quality and Workmanship

You don’t need to be able to afford Italian designer pieces in order to look amazing. In fact, just looking for high-quality pieces in predictable and unpredictable places is all you need to do.

And whether you’re looking for a jewelry piece in your grandmother’s attic or an elegant top at the thrift shop, you just need to be open minded. There’s no need to head into an overly expensive store when you can still find outfits with amazing workmanship elsewhere.

So when looking for high quality wardrobe basics and unique looks, get creative so that you can build outfits that last years down the road.

5. Scarves and Wraps

An elegant scarf.
PHOTO: SHOP SADE/DUPE

If you really want that Italian look, then getting a few scarves and wraps for your wardrobe is kind of non-negotiable.

They’re a simple way to dress up an outfit or add a pop of color to your look. So when shopping for some wardrobe essentials, definitely don’t forget these pieces!

6. They Invest in Their Footwear

Yes, tennis shoes are comfortable, but they’re not meant for everyday wear, and they’re definitely not timeless.

And Italian women look for classic footwear that will work in a variety of situation while still looking fashionable.

So if you want to be effortlessly classy, then maybe look for some nice leather loafers and then start to fill it in with suede and other high-quality looking fabrics.


If you want to play up your personal style, but still look elegant and sophisticated, then these Italian fashion habits are so helpful.

There are so many final touches and fashion rules that’ll really make you stand out.

It’s time to start investing in yourself, so look for the right pieces that make you feel confident and look incredibly chic.

 

Grace Moser is the author and founder of Chasing Foxes, where she writes articles to help women create a life they love in big and small ways. She's been a full-time traveler since 2016 and loves sharing her experiences and exploring the world with her husband, Silas. Her lifestyle and travel advice can also be seen on sites such as Business Insider, Glamour, Newsweek, Huffpost, & Apartment Therapy.

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