Oh goodness. theres so much to see, so much to do, so many streets to get lost on. My body is still getting used to the cold weather, but that doesn't make a style hungry girl blind. For those of you who follow global fashion weeks, the men's have just finished, and now the couture shows are up and running. It's hard for me to decide if I should go walk around and freeze or to stay indoors and indulge in the sweet, comforting world of... youtube. I suppose a good balance will do.
Here in Florence, fashion is everywhere... like how it's everywhere on the Waikiki strip. I am still in the process of elimination, to distinguish the tourism traps from the real Florentine fashion. As for street fashion, I've seen so far:
Puff jacket (in many colors with fur or knit trims)
very very extravagant fur coats
Florentines have no shame in wearing fur or mink, where in the US one would probably get egged by a PETA maniac. Leather, fur, and anything animal is a sign of wealth and fashion. In that sense, the older florentines have better street style with a more classic look. As for proportions and silhouettes, there are none yet. People are bundled up, and I can't tell where their neck starts and their shoulder ends. Time will unveil, or more like undress.
Something in Florence makes me feel like some styles are timeless. Unlike the US, where fashion is change and trends come in and out, something makes me feel like I would see a similar style every year during the winter season. And that is not necessarily a bad thing. Because if a garment is good and well made, it should last you a lifetime.
Anna Tomita
