CITYist

Perhaps we were inspired by Queen Madge’s recent appearance in the Fall/Winter Dolce & Gabanna campaign, or a lingering impact of Ellen von Unwerth’s spread for Italian Vogue, but Italian chic is totally on our radar for fall. Wing-tipped specs, kohl-rimmed eyes…it’s all about mixing 40s femme with 60s vixen. So put on Fergie’s “Be Italian”, and check out our roundup of this fall trend (including chic pieces to buy). Viva Italia!

Madonna and Dolce & Gabbana have joined forces again for the upcoming Fall/Winter 2011 campaign. Shot by Steven Klein, the crisp black and white photos feature Ms. Ciccone reconnecting with her namesake’s roots, while cinematic she-wolf and Italian actress Anna Magnani plays inspiration behind the pop powerhouse’s character. Each frame represents an introspective view into a charming yet everyday Italian lifestyle: picking up items from the market with her son (think: Magnani’s flick Mamma Roma), attending Sunday family brunch, mending a skirt with granny and (a personal fave) grappling with chickens in a rosette-clad jacket. The verdict? Madonna looks beautiful, and the lifestyle is enviable. And any collection where one can rock crucifixes on the street and not look like a clergy member is kind of thrilling.