Italians are always well dressed, that’s no secret for sure. But what makes the Italian style so special? Erika Boldrin shows it to us. With her relaxed and effortless cool style, always coming with a feminine accident, she inspires not only us, but also fashion lovers all over the world. We have met the Milanese and spoke with her about her style rules, inspiration and fashion secrets!
Ciao bella!
What are your must-haves for the upcoming winter season?
Leopard coat and everything with snakeskin prints.
Your style in three words?
Clean,minimal and chic.
Which brand are you most obsessed with right now?
Cèline but the old one with Phoebe Philo.
Your favourite Italian designer?
Valentino
What would you never wear in million years?
Animal furs.
Who is your style icon?
I don’t have a specific style icon, I follow a lot of girls that are influencers, stylist or designers.
What is your favorite fashion trend of all time?
Jeans and white tee.
What’s on your fashion wishlist at the moment?
Hermès bag.
What was your first designer item?
Valentino shoes.
How often do you detox your wardrobe?
Usually every new season because I never have enough space even if I have a room as a wardrobe.
What is your favourite local shop in your hometown Milan?
Antonia!
What’s the best thing about living in Italy?
We have nice weather and very beautiful places in Italy. In summer I always go to the sea and in winter I go skiing every weekend.
The style of Italian women is said to be unmistakable and unique. What is your fashion secret?
I try to mix what I like but always keep thereby a cool and chic style. I try not to do too much.
Vintage or Runway?
Both!
Your visual work on Instagram is telling us always a story. As an creative mind, where do you get your inspiration from?
From my travels, the places I see and from the people I meet.
Who should EVERYONE be following right now?
Me :) Just joking, i don’t have someone in particular that you cannot miss.
Imagine it is fashion week in Paris and your luggage disappeared during your arrival at the airport. What would you do or rather wear?
I hope that this never happens to me but I think this is a very shocking thing that can happen to a person like me. Maybe I will call some showrooms asking help with my outfits and I will buy something.
If you had another career, what would you be doing with your time?
I'd have a personal brand.
What excites you most about fashion?
Traveling and meeting always new people.
