Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph Raticosa is for gentlemen drivers who value vintage aesthetics

    Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph Raticosa is designed for the discerning gentlemen racers seeking freedom and precision, says Chopard about its new watchmaking creation honouring the “most beautiful race in the world.” Beautiful classic cars, gorgeous Italian scenery, and a knack for gentlemanly car competition; each year the 1000 Miglia brings together classic racing … Read more

Silk-FAW Joint Venture to launch full electric and hybrid Hongqi S luxury models

    The Silk-FAW partnership is the first joint venture between China and Italy in the super premium and premium auto segments with a commitment of more than €1 billion. Italian car designer Walter De Silva is designing the Hongqi ‘S’ series. Silk EV, an international automotive engineering and design company, and FAW, China’s largest … Read more

Italy’s Banca Nazionale del Lavoro in Rome transformed into a stunning luxury hotel

    Rosewood Rome To Open In 2023. Hotel will mark the ultra-luxury hospitality brand’s fourth property in Italy and eleventh in Europe. Located in the former headquarters of Italy’s Banca Nazionale del Lavoro (BNL) overlooking Rome’s iconic Via Veneto, this new high-end hotel will offer premier access to many of the city’s storied attractions … Read more

An MDF bookcase for £12,000? The jolting genius of design superstudio Memphis

The high-voltage style, comic-strip colours and eye-watering price tags of this Italian collective changed the world of design – what better place for an exhibition than modernist Milton Keynes?

We Are Made in Italy: digital fashion show highlights Italian diversity

Five little-known black designers took the spotlight on the final day of Milan fashion week

No catwalk masks for Milan as it looks to brighter post-pandemic future

While showgoers diligently wore face coverings, the mood was upbeat and full of Italian pride