On the bustling streets of Honolulu, a significant shift in the luxury retail landscape unfolded as Fendi bid farewell to its Ala Moana shopping center location, marking the end of an era. In a strategic move, the Italian fashion powerhouse inaugurated its expansive 3,186-square-foot store at the Royal Hawaiian Center, introducing a fresh chapter i...

Jordan Brand has officially announced the Wings Collection, an Italian-made assortment of footwear, apparel, an accessories that reflect the absolute pinnacle of Air Jordan prestige. This capsule surpasses anything the brand has ever executed, bringing new meaning to luxury in the world of athletic footwear. First up is the Air Jordan 1 — the legac...

Starts on Monday, March 18 · 6pm EDT. Italian Cultural Institute @ Embassy of Italy - 3000 Whitehaven St, NW Washington, DC. The Embassy of Italy in Washington and the Italian Cultural Institute of Washington invite you to the opening of “Compasso d'Oro alla Carriera - Compasso d'Oro Career Award”, an exhibition promoted and organized by the Associ...

On view March 15 through April 30, M-F 10am-16:30pm by appointment (email here) and during IIC events. Italian Cultural Institute of San Francisco - 710 Sansome Street San Francisco, CA. 140 years after the first edition of The Adventures of Pinocchio, ADI Design Museum celebrates the most famous puppet in the world with an exhibition dedicated to...

For nearly six decades, the Tirelli atelier in Rome has woven itself into the fabric of Italian and international film history, earning the nickname the “Oscar tailor’s shop” for its contribution to cinematic costume design. Established in November 1964 by the late Umberto Tirelli, the shop has been behind 17 Academy Awards for best costume design....

Venice represents the very best and the very worst of shopping in Italy. There is no denying that the streets around St. Mark’s Square and other headliners are crammed full of tacky souvenir shops that cater to daytrippers who have little time and need to grab a trinket from the Floating City quickly.  Strike out just a bit farther from the throngs...

Italian waste-to-energy company EBC Energy is making significant strides in the U.S. market with its recent expansion to Grand Rapids, Michigan. This move comes as the company seeks to leverage the U.S.'s vast market potential and navigate the saturated European waste-to-energy sector. EBC Energy's strategic decision to establish a business develop...

Early in my youth in Italy, I helped my mother washing clothes the primitive way.  Later in life I learned the modern way, having vivid memories of doing both. My grandfather built a large concrete tub, measuring 15’ x 20’, where mountain spring water flowed in.  We laundered our personal clothing here in our backyard.  After they were washed and r...

The Raging Bull has bolstered its East Coast presence with a newly minted VIP lounge and NYC flagship. Located a stone’s throw from the High Line in the tony neighborhood of Chelsea, the sprawling two-story space offers 5,400 square feet of Lamborghini luxury. Taking cues from the marque’s facilities in Sant’Agata Bolognese, Italy, it will offer gu...

As the new head of fashion and beauty at the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), Alessio Nanni brings a fresh perspective to the vibrant intersection of Italian craftsmanship and American market dynamics. Since his appointment in October, Nanni has been navigating the complexities of promoting 'Made in Italy' brands in the United States, from the bustling...