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In Italy this season is associated with pastel shades of light blue, mint green and peachy pink. These colours beautifully capture the lightness of early summer, the sun’s energy, and the longing for the sea, making them perfect for clothing, nails, and decorations. The most popular colours for this Summer season are fresh, relaxing, and bright. With Light blue and navy blue reminiscent of clear skies and the first weekends at the beach; Orange and peachy pink, evoking warm summer sunsets and radiating vitality. Fabulous bag designs in pastels from Dolce & Gabbana, Ferragamo, Gucci and Fendi. Matching sandals from Fendi, Casadei, Ferragamo and Valentino.

The pastel colors have been a popular choice for clothing, bags, shoes in Italy for summer - to convey freshness and elegance. The most iconic shades include sky blue, mint green, blush pink, and lemon yellow, celebrated for their ability to reflect sunlight and mitigate visual heat. One of Versace's Resort Collections featured the pastel tones was aptly called "La Vacanza".  

Discover Armani Privé's fragrance, Rose Milano. This combines a delicate Damascena rose with matching earthy notes of chypre, the embodiment of Milanese elegance. Rose Milano is an olfactory haute couture fragrance imagined by Giorgio Armani as a tribute to Milan, a city that is more than an emblem of fashion, it is home to the fashion of Giorgio Armani. Through this olfactory signature scent, he wanted to encapsulate his vision of the Milanese elegance, both raw and refined. Giorgio Armani reinterpreted the rose with citrusy and juicy notes of Primofiore lemon, enlightening a majestic Damascena rose, while earthy and mossy facets of a modern patchouli turn the juice into an iconic and elegant chypre accord. 

Signorina by Salavatore Ferragamo is a fresh Eau de Parfum that combines the lively notes of pink pepper and accords of flowering jasmine and roses with a delicate sweetness of pannacotta.

On the culinary front, pastel colors do feature in the Italian cuisine. A reflection of the core products being used; for example Mortadella with its beautiful pink color, or pistacchio for its pale mint color. Blue obviously is only hinted, using bluberries; many vegetables such as zucchini, basil and other herbs are natural coloring agents, as is beetroot and spinach. Very often used in Italian Pasta recipes. One famous dessert showcasing the mint, pink and chocolate is the famous icecream cake from Naples, called Spumoni. It is made of layered, colorful gelato or milk sherbet combined with whipped cream, candied fruits, and nuts. It originates from the 19th century in Naples. Italian immigrants brought the recipe to the United States in the late 1800s and early 1900s. The traditional recipe was considered too rich for some American palates, which inspired a simplified three-flavor adaptation utilizing strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla. This variation became widely known as Neapolitan ice cream. 

Praiano may not be the most famous town on the Amalfi Coast, but its charm is undeniable. Just beyond Positano, it avoids heavy crowds while offering stunning views of the town and the coastline. Casa Angelina, a unique hotel here, blends modern architecture with the area's traditional style, creating an atmosphere of understated luxury. Most rooms feature terraces with breathtaking views, and common areas offer similar sights. The interior design showcases a serene white-on-white color scheme, highlighting the fine details of contemporary Italian luxury.

Local designer Marco de Luca has crafted a striking, white-washed design for the hotel, where minimalist aesthetics and white-on-white decor prevail. The beauty of the Amalfi Coast inspires the lounge spaces, featuring fluttering curtains that frame stunning seascapes. White sofas and armchairs are complemented by a curated collection of eclectic art, including works by Cuban sculptor Alfredo Sisabravo and Argentinian painter Patricia Valencia Cartsens, alongside other talented global artists.