Article by Adam Geczy, University of Sydney In 1995, after the fall of the Wall, Berlin had started to be rebuilt, but was still in a state of disrepair. There, Christo and Jeanne-Claude, two of the world’s most important land… Continue Reading
Retailers have a unique opportunity to encourage behavioural change. The key is to make it easier for consumers to make better choices. The prize can be healthier and more sustainable lifestyles for all. The days when businesses could rest on… Continue Reading
The brand will donate 1% of the sales revenue from physical stores to the solidarity fund created to support the most vulnerable health groups and systems MANGO is strengthening its commitment to the fight against coronavirus and is the first… Continue Reading
It is unknown what the post Covid-19 era will bring us. Will it be mandatory to wear a mask in public? Designers, crafters and comics have all come up with their own ideas. Some ideas are great some are just… Continue Reading
Sign up here for the Milanostyle.com newsletter Dear Readers, Here is the latest from milanostyle.com featuring Italy, Travel & Style. Safe travels, Celia Andrea Bocelli Easter Concert Live from Milan Duomo “Bocelli: Music for Hope” Date: Easter Sunday April 12, 2020,Time: 7 PM (GMT+2)Place: Live streaming on Bocelli’s YouTube channel… Continue Reading
Everyone has been wondering and speculating on travel in Italy after the Coronavirus COVID-19 crisis. World travel may still have restrictions and limitations during the summer months. No one knows what kind of national or international ordinance will be established… Continue Reading
Often, we turn to easier options when it comes to styling our homes. One of the main mistakes that we make includes painting the whole house in the same boring shade of white. Other times, it’s opting for that beige… Continue Reading
Since my post of two weeks ago, much has changed here in Italy. Stricter measures and directives have been imposed on residents regarding COVID-19 containment not only in Lombardy but in ALL OF ITALY. (March 18, 2020) With the new… Continue Reading
Sign up here for the Milanostyle.com newsletter Dear Readers, Here is the latest from milanostyle.com featuring Italy, Travel & Style. Safe travels, Celia Finding Parking in MilanSaw this chair “parked” on my street in Milan. Perfectly centered within the lines, the bold fuscia stands out against the concrete backdrop… Continue Reading
Italy’s first online guide for culture junkies. Places to Think (localiperpensare.it) lists cafes, tea rooms and bistros throughout Italy where calm and quiet is encouraged and culture is nourished. In Italy it is very common to walk into a cafe and… Continue Reading
Image above: Youth in Milan with masks – in reality, not everyone is wearing masks, photo/Shutterstock Dear MilanoStyle Readers, Thank you for the messages of concern and well wishes!I and my family are well. (Feb 26, 2020) In light of… Continue Reading
Lots of people write into Milanostyle.com asking questions BEFORE they even get here. One question came in about where should one look for an apartment? See our FAQs section. I’m moving to Milan, where should I live? Well, my suggestions… Continue Reading
Saw this chair “parked” on my street in Milan. Perfectly centered within the lines, the bold fuscia stands out against the concrete backdrop of Milan. The funniest thing was watching all the motorcyclist drive around in circles looking for parking… Continue Reading
In this article, author of Preserving The Italian Way: A Collection Of Old Style Casalinga Italian Recipes Pietro Demaio writes about Bottarga, a lesser known delicacy of Italian cuisine. The last time I visited Italy, I tried a beautiful, simple… Continue Reading
Like tall sailing ships arising from a calm sea, the mountains of the Piana Rotaliana are part of a small section in the Dolomites that hug the sides of a verdant green valley in Trentino Alto Adige. THE VALLEY FLOOR,… Continue Reading
If a posh looking invitation has arrived bearing the dreaded words ‘black tie’, don’t panic. Whether you’re heading to an industry awards dinner, an evening event or a smart wedding black tie doesn’t have to be something that worries you.… Continue Reading
Keeping a journal on the move can be a tremendous resource to document your experiences. Should this be considered something that everyone keeps track of? Perhaps not. After all, it’s only worthwhile to journal if you believe you can get… Continue Reading
Milan is known for its stylish boutiques in the Golden Quadrilateral, lean models walking the runways and art students sipping Spritz at the cafes of Brera. What many don’t realize is that the Lombardy region of Milan has some of… Continue Reading
Balancing City Life in Milan and Lakeside Living at Lake Como – On the road to Bellagio in the village of Onno at Lake Como, the Villa Ucci Luxury B&B sits embraced by a lush green estate overlooking a private… Continue Reading
Lutier Riccardo Genovese lived in Lecco at Lake Como between 1927 and 1928 where he made some of today’s most sought after violins. Going, Going Gone! On April 17,2019, the gavel at Il Ponte auction house in Milan pounded at… Continue Reading
The Tosetti atelier of Como shows off their latest collection in the heart of Como. A sartorial tradition for over 90 years, the latest collection of Tosetti atelier of Como uses the magical lakeside city of Como, Italy as the… Continue Reading
(UPDATE NOTIFICATION MARCH 2020) 2020 CONVENTION POSTPONED to September/October There are no more resilient, intrepid and confident travel leaders anywhere in the world than in the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association. Therefore, we are determined to host our Annual Global Convention… Continue Reading
There’s been a lot of hype in the news lately about small communities in Italy selling off properties for as little as 1 euro. New communities are adhering to the project every month. So, is it true? Can you really… Continue Reading
Spaghetti Bolognese a.k.a “Spag-bol” is not a Bolognese dish. Virginio Merola, the mayor of Bologna, Italy has officially decided to call out anyone around the world serving Spaghetti Bolognese. He has declared it “fake news”. (Above photo C. Abernethy) Tagliatelle… Continue Reading
Opening in 2020, the ADI Compasso d’Oro Museum, will be based in Milan, making it the largest in Europe dedicated to design. MILAN Wednesday, January 30, 2019 – 2.09pm As reported by www.affaritaliani.it Design: in Milan in 2020 the largest… Continue Reading
Traveling through Europe is always an exciting experience, but it can be quite daunting for those who are traveling for the first time. Italy is a wonderful country with lots of culture and history; there’s plenty to see and do… Continue Reading
Summer is on its way and tickets are being booked! India is one of 2019’s top travel destinations. Keep cool and mix and match ethnic and European styles. Here’s what you should wear when travelling to India this year. India… Continue Reading
Milanostyle.com in the Press; USA TODAY The American newspaper USA Today has used Milanostyle.com’s article about Ski Resorts Near Milan as a reference in their article Winter Activities in Milan by Nadia Nygaard. In the article, Nygaard writes about the allure of Milan… Continue Reading
In addition to the new Oakland/San Francisco to Rome flight which will be launched February 6, 2018, Norwegian has also announced a new Los Angeles to Milan route which will begin June 18, 2018. Full Story (Dec 2017) Norwegian has announced further expansion of its… Continue Reading
I was invited to spend the day with Eva Lako, Instagram influencer, and founder of TheMermaidFashion.com, her personal blog about swimming, beauty, and fashion, which has over 45K followers. I got an exclusive, behind the scenes look at what it… Continue Reading
Hi everyone! I changed the name of my MilanoStyle Instagram feature account! I’m embarrassed to say, I jumped on the Instagram bandwagon a bit late and someone had already taken the name “milanostyle”. So when I registered, I got the… Continue Reading
Every year (in October), the streets of Milan’s Golden Quadrilateral close to traffic and the boutiques, hotels and historical villas opened their doors to visitors and wine lovers. The event is hosted by the Associazione Montenapoleone, The MN Lounge, LaVendemmia2017, in the… Continue Reading
The new music video Ginevra by Italian DJ, Wlady was filmed in Milan at the newly developed building complex Porta Nuova in Piazza Gae Aulenti, near the Garibaldi train station. The new skyscrapers make up the new skyline of Milan.… Continue Reading
Walking out of Central Station Milan from under the domineering gallery of this overwhelming building, a large spacious plaza opens to the boulevard heading into the center of town. In the plaza in front of Central Station Milan, there is… Continue Reading
Here’s what commuters say about commuting to Milan from it’s hinterland (suburbs, surrounding areas). See what Milanostyle.com has found out about commuters to Milan. Is commuting one of life’s burdens or a lifestyle choice? Whether it be London, San Francisco, or Tokyo,… Continue Reading
by Melanie Payge – Photos by Leonardo Vecchiarelli LA VENDEMMIA is an annual event in Milan – A unique experience in the world of luxury combining fashion with the finest wines. When I saw Barolo on the list, I went straight… Continue Reading
Article by: Melanie Payge The streets were beautifully decorated with red carpets and butterflies hanging from the lamps. First stop VERSACE gets my “Best Window Display” award. Lovely Cristina showed me all the beautiful RED displays and the bar. This very… Continue Reading
It has happened to all of us..you see a great deal advertised for a hotel and the excitement of getting the SPECIAL DEAL overwhelms you and click!, you’ve booked hotel room in a city far, far away. Then you get… Continue Reading
Being born at Halloween, since childhood I’ve always had an unusual fondness for the dark and macabre, so when I heard about the “bone church” San Bernardino alle Ossa I wanted to go see it. I went on a Wednesday morning, nobody was… Continue Reading
Milan has secrets in every nook and corner. While you are walking around looking at the famous monuments and treasures of Italy’s fashion capital, here are a few unusual, gory anecdotes, tragic stories and a few unpopular facts about Milan.… Continue Reading
Banca UniCredit presenta Tower Parade La Fondazione UniCredit generosamente donerà 10.000 € per ogni 1000 voti. Vede le opere d’arte e votare on-line https://towerparade.unicredit.it/torri.php Si può votare per un pezzo o tutti le opere d’arte, ma si può votare solo… Continue Reading
In an oblong room with about 10 people, I was virtually transported to Guatemala, I have to admit that it was a pretty enhancing experience, except for the fact that the temperature in the room was that of a… Continue Reading
Larusmiani wins hands down for fabric quality – I just couldn’t resist touching the clothing as I walked through the showroom – One cashmere, silk, chinchilla coat was so lush that I even had to bring it to my cheek ….… Continue Reading
Poems from Milan, original poems by Celia Abernethy Corner cafe Having a cappuccino at the corner cafe in Milan looking up at a lady hanging her laundry out on the line she dreams of those days she was young… Continue Reading
An L1F3 submarine emerges from the underground canals in the center of Milan. No, not really. It was ambient marketing by the Europe Assistance Italia Insurance Company. The fin and dorsal of an L1F3 pushes through the concrete breaking the… Continue Reading
Milanostyle.com’s Fashion Blogger, Melanie Payge visited the Toyota Hybrid Space in Milan. (September 2013) see photo gallery Silence. I’m deciding; Eco? Normal? Sport? The Synergy wall. .. Begin! What an emotion! Toyota begins by asking you if you want the… Continue Reading
Maruti , Kashmiri and Lac beads article by Celia Abernethy of MilanoStyleVintage Bollywood beads You may have already heard of “Bollywood” beads, but until you see them in person and feel the texture and the beautiful craftsmanship, you can’t fully… Continue Reading
We met up with designer Geraldina Bassani Antivari, a fresh new star in the Milan fashion scene who has created her line of sophisticated, designer wear for women. The collection Geraldina abandons fashion, trends, and seasons to create products defined by an impeccable… Continue Reading
A far-sighted research project based on specific knowledge and hinging on the great strength of tradition. Beginning from its history, Bocchese 1908, the ancient silk factory in Vicenza, has decided to focus on and invest in research and innovation. The firm has been… Continue Reading
There are a plethora of romantic scenes and places in Europe, but Milan is particular. It’s not seen or dipicted as a romantic city in films or art, but it will surprise you. For example, the cobblestone streets of Brera… Continue Reading
