Are you looking for a special present for someone who loves Italy? Let me help you with a few ideas on Italian gifts that your family and friends will love. As an Italian, I’m grateful to all Italy lovers. And that’s why I’m happy to share a list of Italian gifts that might inspire you.
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I love giving presents. Whether a little something or a more significant gift, I like it to be unique and carefully chosen, with the particular person in mind.
It might be a book, a piece of clothing, or a decorative item. Whatever the gift and the occasion, I always try to think of what a person really likes, and I start my research from there.
Over time, this led me to draw thematic lists. A much-appreciated one is my selection of gifts for hiking and outdoors lovers. That’s how I ended up creating this list of Italian-themed gifts because many people love anything related to the Italian style. Italy is known for its unique landmarks and delicious food. And it’s also one of the most creative countries in the world. Just think of Italian design or the world-acclaimed Italian fashion.
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Italian gifts for her
If love is in the air, these are perfect Italian gifts for her. Your better half will surely fall for these pretty and valuable Italian presents.
ALESSI “TO” MUG
How about a heart-shaped mug in fine bone china to start the day with love?
ALESSI “BIG LOVE” ICE CREAM SPOONS
Aren’t they lovely? With this design spoons, ice cream will taste even better.
I still have to meet a woman who wouldn’t appreciate cosmetics as a present, not to speak about beauty products with a touch of Italian glamour.
Kiko Milano is one of the most famous Italian beauty brands, appreciated for its products combining a wide selection and good quality at an affordable price. I use several cosmetics from Kiko Milano, and I like all of them.
KIKO MILANO BLUSHER AND BRONZER
A beautiful face palette with 2 blushes and 1 bronzer. The blusher’s matte finish creates a natural look, and the metallic finish adds a glowy touch to the make-up.
KIKO MILANO EYE-SHADOWS
9 ophthalmologically tested eye shadows in mauve selection. The different shades and finishes, from pearly to matte, allow the creation of multiple and different combinations.
Italian gifts for men
Many men like a touch of Italian style, and it’s easy to make them happy with a unique Italian gift.
TRUSSARDI UOMO THE RED
A classic eau de toilette for men by Trussardi, one of Italy’s top fashion brands. The red bottle has become iconic!
BORMIOLI ROCCO SET OF 4 WHISKEY GLASSES
A beautiful and stylish set of glasses, an excellent Italian gift for him to savor a delicious whiskey.
ARMANI EXCHANGE MEN’S CHRONOGRAPH
Very stylish but affordable, the Armani Exchange Chronograph is a perfect Italian gift for him if your better half loves watches.
PIQUADRO BACKPACK
This backpack is indeed not only stylish but also extremely well built, with loads of pockets to store a laptop, tablet, and other valuable items.
Italian-themed gifts for coffee lovers
The one thing I really miss when I travel is Italian coffee: dark, intense, and short.
If you’re not used to it, you might find it too strong, but you’ll undoubtedly make your Italian friends happy. How about a beautiful coffee maker to brew authentic Italian coffee?
ALESSI LA CUPOLA
How about a coffee maker by one of the most famous Italian producers of Italian-design houseware to serve coffee with a unique touch?
ALESSI PULCINA
If you’re looking for a coffee maker that is also a beautiful piece of design, you’ll love “Pulcina” by Alessi.
BIALETTI MOKA
You can hardly make coffee like an Italian more than this. This is the typical coffee maker you find in almost every Italian house.
CERAMIC COFFEE / CAPPUCCINO CUPS
These decorative coffee/cappuccino ceramic cups will add a stylish touch to your Italian coffee break.
Tea time, with an Italian flair
Although Italians are undoubtedly more into coffee, tea is becoming increasingly popular. The electric kettle may be faster, but an Italian design water kettle is a beautiful object.
ALESSI IL CONICO WATER KETTLE
Designed by Aldo Rossi, this is one of Alessi’s most iconic creations. It will look beautiful whether your home has a contemporary or classic style.
ALESSI MICHAEL GRAVES WATER KETTLE
This is one of my favorite water kettles, designed by Michael Graves for Alessi in 1985. The cute bird on the spout will whistle when water is boiling!
Italian gift ideas for wine lovers
By now, you probably guessed I absolutely LOVE the products by Alessi. Indeed, you can’t get anything better for tableware and home decor in terms of design and quality.
Alessi is one of the most famous Italian design brands, and its beautiful objects are sold worldwide.
Like food, wine is part of the Italian culture, and you can find Italian wines everywhere. Here are some accessories that make perfect (relatively) inexpensive gifts for wine lovers.
ALESSI CORKSCREW
Alessi Anna G. Corkscrew is a stylish corkscrew designed by Alessandro Mendini. It’s one of the Alessi objects I love, and I gifted it to friends on several occasions.
ALESSI BOTTLE STOPPER
It pairs with Alessi A Corkscrew in shape and colors (black, blue, green, magenta). Alessi A bottle stopper is also a perfect idea for a small but thoughtful gift for Italy lovers who also enjoy design.
Italian gifts for pasta lovers
Food is a serious matter in Italy, and I haven’t yet met a single person who doesn’t love Italian food.
If you traveled to Emilia-Romagna, you know this region is the realm of homemade pasta. How about making your own pasta? It takes a little practice, but with the help of a good book and a pasta machine, you’ll get to prepare mouth-watering dishes.
PASTA MACHINE
The Imperia pasta machine makes it easy to roll thin sheets of dough of consistent texture. Perfect for preparing lasagna and tagliatelle, you can even combine it with additional accessories to create more pasta shapes.
MAKING ARTISAN PASTA
The novice will love this book. Aside from introducing how to prepare homemade pasta, you’ll discover plenty of delicious recipes.
Get ready for yummy Italian dishes.
Books about Italy
Do you have friends and family traveling to Italy soon? Or someone in your inner circle is passionate about Italian icons? And what about Italian fashion?
Maybe because I’m an avid reader, but I always thought that it’s hard to get wrong with a good book. Whether it’s one of the best Italy guide books or a beautifully illustrated publication, you’ll be sure to make a fantastic Italy themed gift.
RICK STEVES ITALY
A guidebook from best-selling author Rick Steves to help people plan their Italian vacations.
ESSENTIAL ITALY
Fodor’s guidebook provides tips, maps, and photos. With this book, it gets easier to get the most out of a trip to Italy.
VENICE IN BLACK AND WHITE
No city in the world is as photogenic as Venice. Discover enchanting views of the most romantic city in black and white. Enjoy the introduction by Tiziano Scarpa, reflecting on his life as a Venetian.
FERRARI, 70 YEARS
A beautiful, illustrated book on the most iconic cars of all time. Ferrari is a unique combination of beauty, performance, and exclusivity. Not to say one of the world’s most beloved cars in F1 races.
Gifts for Italy lovers: an Italian experience
When looking for presents, we often think about things and forget that there’s more one can give. Thus, how about an Italian experience for family and friends who love Italy and plan to visit the country soon?
Actually, I’m pretty sure they’d appreciate such a thoughtful gift that’ll make their Italian trip all the most memorable. There are indeed hundreds of exciting Italian experiences to choose from, so let me drop a few suggestions related to the most popular attractions in the main tourist destinations in Italy: Rome, Venice, Florence, the Cinque Terre.
- From Florence: a Tuscany day trip to discover Siena, San Gimignano, the Chianti hills, and Pisa
- Rome: Street food tour with a local guide
- Florence: Uffizi Small Group Tour and Skip-the-Line
- Venice: Tour of the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica, with Terrace Access
- Venice: Discover the city’s highlights
