If you take any interest in what you put on your back you might have heard of Pitti Uomo – the bi-annual trade show that sees the world’s brightest menswear brands and the style cognoscenti descend on Renaissance capital Florence, to see what lies in store for our future wardrobes. It’s home to the ‘Pitti Peacock’ – a particular breed of dandy, whose plumage is attention-grabbing garb designed to attract not a mate, but the camera lens.
Xièxiè, brothers and sisters. 4. Well-heeled Assets Backless sandals and mules – essentially a slipper with a bit more heft for life outdoors – have been stepping up in the style ranks in post-pandemic times, with many of us reluctant to give up the home comforts gained in lockdown. They’re ideal if you want to let your hard-working feet take a breather in balmier climes, but are alarmed at the thought of showing toe cleavage.