Step through the doors of Il Gattopardo in Mayfair, and you’re instantly transported to the sun-drenched terraces of Italy. The restaurant’s sophisticated interior, crafted in collaboration with Dion & Arles, weaves together classical Italian design with mid-century modern elegance. Think warm terracotta walls, vintage ceramics, and soft lighting that evokes golden hour on the Mediterranean coast. As the maître d' approaches your table, presenting a carefully curated menu divided into Aperitivo, Negronis, and Dopo Cena sections, you can almost feel the sea breeze from the Amalfi coast with each sip of their signature Il Gattopardo negroni.

The restaurant’s new "Il Pranzo" brunch menu captures the heart of Italian family dining which is reminiscent of your nonna’s Sunday gatherings where food is meant to be shared and savored. Weekend specials like tartare di tonno, cavolo riccio, and arancini arrive as antipasti before the main events. Don’t forget to end your meal with their beloved tiramisu. This taste of Italian summer elegance naturally inspires wanderlust for the actual coastlines of Italy. But to truly embrace this lifestyle, whether dining at an Italian establishment or planning your next Mediterranean escape, you need to dress the part. Here's how to capture that effortless Italian elegance through thoughtful styling choices.

Add Accessories To Finish Your Italian Style

In the age of Instagram and vacation documentation, accessories become the defining details that elevate your Italian aesthetic from tourist to sophisticate. "When thinking of la dolce vita, cat-eye sunglasses and statement bags or hats immediately come to mind," notes Perles.

The Dolce Frame from Heidi Merrik captures this perfectly. This unisex design, inspired by California surf culture, offers a softened cat-eye that feels feminine, sculptural, and effortlessly wearable. It brings quiet boldness to everyday dressing: elegant without being overly dramatic, much like the Italians themselves.