(which will certainly be unfor- gettable). Positano is referred to affec- tionately by locals as a vertical town – the only way is up or down – and that's evident at Le Sirenuse, where colourful build- ings hang from the cliffs and terraces offer some of the best views in town. As Steinbeck not- ed famously: “It's a dream place that isn't quite real when you are there and becomes beckoningly real after you have gone”. Luck- ily for guests, Le Sirenuse actu- ally does exist. It's difficult to say when and how collective fashion became obsessed with the Amalfi Coast, but its popularity certainly boomed. Maison Valentino wanted to design a pop-up re-
of a life of ease on the Mediterranean. And the most important activity on the Amalfi Coast? Exercising your appetite, and doing so often. Jennifer Lopez smiled when posing with staff at La Gavitella restaurant while holidaying in Italy this June. She appeared to be in particularly high spirits as she dined with friends at this restaurant and beach club on the Amalfi Coast, enjoying the beautiful views of Positano and Capri. La Gavitella serves fresh seafood and pasta dishes like ravioli caprese, and Lopez opt- ed for the “chef's speciality” of linguine with lobster. However, don’t forget that Southern Italy is also the birthplace of pizza, which makes this speciality a must. Drop in at Criscito’s in Praiano, where the bu- falina pizza is absolute perfection. Nerano’s Conca del Sogno bar is so popular with celebrities that paparaz- zi camp out front, expecting Sofia Vergara or Cathe- rine Zeta Jones to turn up. In the evening, dine at La Caravella, a Michelin-starred, family-owned restau- rant that was once frequented by Andy Warhol. It’s lemon souffle, described as “sunshine on a plate”, is a dessert that embraces this region’s citrus flavours. If it’s hot — and actually even
sort during the summer of 2023 and selected Palazzo Avino, an iconic Ravello hotel housed in a 12 th -cen- tury pink villa. It’s easy to see why: this property has been a haven of celebrities for decades, with its Michelin-starred restaurant, artfully arranged guest rooms (33 of them), and a discreet beach club evok- ing the glamour of the ‘50s. Adored French design- er Simon Porte Jacquemus succeeded in his idea of presenting his latest fashion show in the iconic ed- ifice of the Casa Malaparte on the rocky side of Ca- pri, with models strutting their stuff on a terracotta staircase in an atmosphere exuding the impression
if it isn’t — head out onto the wa- ter. Spending the day aboard a boat is the best way to see the Amal- fi Coast. The most popular bath- ing spot in the region is the Em- erald Grotto, but be prepared to encounter many other tourists. If you don’t fancy that, move on to Marina di Praia beach (where lunch at the restaurant is a must). And shopping! Amalfi is re- nowned for its multicoloured, hand-painted tableware and crock- ery. Pottery shops line every cob- blestone street – and browsing each of them is another must. And to conclude, let our Amal- fi mood board inspire you to in- troduce a little Mediterranean chic into your everyday style, through flowing dresses, wicker bags and poetically patterned pieces that whisper “Dolce far niente”.
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