Summer is here, and it’s time to embrace the season head-on. Although an Italy trip isn’t in the cards for me, I’m aiming to channel Italian energy in an effort to romanticize my life and enjoy the summer a little extra this year. An Italian summer isn’t just about reading a good book and sipping Aperol spritzes on a terrace in Positano (though that’s a bonus). It’s about slowing down, romanticizing every day, and living life unapologetically. Whether you’re boarding a flight to Rome or simply channeling la dolce vita stateside, here’s how to make this summer your most Italian yet.
Dress the Part: Italian Girl Summer Fashion
Italian style is all about looking effortlessly chic; like you just rolled out of bed and threw something on. The European summer aesthetic is timeless and classic—think flowy linen pieces, woven accessories, and silk scarves. Italian summer fashion is less about trends and more about confidence, elegance, and feeling good in your own skin.
READ: Everything You Need to Master Italian-Girl Style
dress | wine glass | charm necklace | pearl necklace | basket bag | sunglasses | sandals
head scarf | earrings | crochet top | skirt | sunglasses | purse | sandals | gold bangles
How to Live Like an Italian Girl
The Italian girl lifestyle embraces the idea of slowing down, savoring the little things, and living simply. It’s about creating moments to romanticize your life, even if it’s just making your morning coffee or savoring your meals a little more. This practice is known as dolce far niente—the sweetness of doing nothing. That mindset can extend into your home as well.
READ: 6 Italian Girl Wellness Hacks I Learned in Italy That Improved My Life
You can bring the Italian girl aesthetic into your home design with natural materials, vintage pieces, and of course, displaying some raw ingredients on your counter (think olive oil and dry pasta). If you’re ready to bring a bit of la dolce vita into your lifestyle and home, these ideas will get you started:
Italian Girl Summer To-Do List
Your closet is now an Italian girl’s dream, and your home is in full Italian mode—so now what? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with an Italian summer to-do list that’ll keep you locked into your main character energy all summer long. Whether you’ve got a trip planned to the Amalfi Coast or not, this guide is filled with simple rituals and little luxuries that make life feel a bit more dolce. So, if you’re ready to fully romanticize this summer, Italian girl style, here’s where to start:
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- this paint-by-numbers kit is perfect for a relaxing afternoon
- sip on an aperol spritz
- smells like the Italian coat
- these $35 embellished sandals can be worn with anything
- this tote is currently on sale
- cat-eye glasses are a must
- this blush gives a buildable glow
- channel your inner Italian muse with a headscarf
- watch Stanley Tucci’s Searching for Italy
- read One Italian Summer
- have dinner on these fun plates
- sunscreen that gives you a luminous glow
Want more ideas? READ: 10 Ways to Have an Italian Girl Summer—No Plane Ticket Needed
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