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Fashion in Italy – HearSay Italian B1
Immerse yourself in the world of Italian style while practicing your listening and speaking skills on the go. Master vocabulary for fabrics, modern trends, and boutiques to sound like a true Milanese fashionista.
Lessons Welcome to the fashion capital Arrive in Milan and explore the famous Quadrilatero della Moda. Discuss your first impressions of the city's unique style.
Vocabulary la moda (fashion) lo stile (style) il marchio (brand) la vetrina (shop window) il lusso (luxury) famoso (famous) passeggiare (to stroll) Objectives Describe a fashion district Discuss first impressions of a city The art of bella figura Learn about the Italian concept of 'la bella figura' and how it influences daily life and self-expression.
Vocabulary l'aspetto (appearance) l'eleganza (elegance) l'impressione (impression) curato (well-groomed) esprimere (to express) l'abbigliamento (clothing) il dettaglio (detail) Objectives Explain cultural concepts regarding appearance Talk about personal grooming and style Fine fabrics and textiles Dive into the history of northern Italian textiles, from Renaissance silk to modern leathercraft.
Vocabulary il tessuto (fabric) la seta (silk) la lana (wool) il velluto (velvet) la pelle (leather) l'artigianato (craftsmanship) di alta qualità (of high quality) Objectives Identify different fabrics and materials Talk about historical craftsmanship Dressing for northern autumns The weather in northern Italy requires practical but stylish layering. Discuss what to wear during cooler months.
Vocabulary il maglione (sweater) la sciarpa (scarf) il cappotto (coat) stratificare (to layer) la stagione (season) pratico (practical) l'impermeabile (raincoat) Objectives Discuss seasonal weather changes Describe layered outfits Inside an exclusive atelier Visit a traditional Milanese tailor and learn vocabulary related to custom clothing and measurements.
Vocabulary la sartoria (tailor shop) il sarto (tailor) su misura (custom-made) la taglia (size) misurare (to measure) provare (to try on) il camerino (fitting room) Objectives Talk about tailored clothing Interact with a shop assistant or tailor Elegance by the lakes Travel to Lake Como to discover how Italians blend high fashion with stunning natural landscapes.
Vocabulary il lago (lake) il paesaggio (landscape) raffinato (refined) gli occhiali da sole (sunglasses) il cappello (hat) la villeggiatura (vacation) rilassante (relaxing) Objectives Describe resort and holiday wear Talk about natural landscapes Modern trends and shows Experience the energy of Milan Fashion Week and discuss modern, cutting-edge styles.
Vocabulary la sfilata (fashion show) la tendenza (trend) moderno (modern) lo stilista (fashion designer) innovativo (innovative) la passerella (catwalk) la creatività (creativity) Objectives Discuss modern fashion trends Express opinions on avant-garde designs