The best of ‘Made in Italy’
Suede and glitter booties, traditional polenta, a motorcycle, and more
Miu Miu Booties
These suede and glitter booties, among the most lusted after shoes for fall, embody the playful, retro-cool design of Miuccia Prada’s Miu Miu line.
$890, netaporter.com
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Source: Lucky
Moretti Polenta
The Moretti family “has grown and ground corn for its traditional polenta in Bergamo, Italy, since 1922.” Try grilling a slice next time you start up the barbecue.
$5, markethallfoods.com
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Aprilia Mana 850 GT
Though it looks like a “racetrack demon,” this motorcycle has a clutchless transmission that makes city riding a dream. For commuters, it provides an ample storage compartment.
$10,999, aprilia.com
Source: GQ
Bottega Veneta Satchel
This meticulously crafted handbag, made of hand-painted python and velvet, is an example of intrecciato, a signature weaving technique.
$3,450, bottegaveneta.com
Source: Vogue
Insieme Kitchen Knives From Berti
These handcrafted knives have Lucite or oxhorn handles and are each sold with an optional magnetized wood block that can be linked to others.
$148–$582, unicahome.com
Source: Vogue.com
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