Clothes, as we all know, are meant to protect our body from cold, heat and other various forces of nature. But today, clothes have become more of a fashion statement rather than as a means of warmth or comfort. Italy, as we all know is famous for the variety of clothes and the huge number of fashion shows that take place every year. Some of the most famous fashion designers are Italian. They have come with world class labels comprising groups of clothing, shoes, leather bags and handbags. Some of the most popular are Giorgio Armani, Nino Cerruti, Guccio Gucci, Roberto Cavalli, Domenico Dolce eStefano Gabbana, Luciano Benetton, Salvatore Ferragamo , Emilio Pucci and Mario Prada. These brands have made their presence felt globally and are the most sought after brands by all of the biggest celebrities. They come at a higher rate owing to their superior quality and the name that the brand carries. The clothes from these labels provide you great comfort and last longer.
If a person is to visit Italy, it is important that they know the names of the clothes in Italian so that they can make the right choice with ease. Also, people visiting Italy for fashion shows should understand the names of the clothes and must have them at their fingertips. To ensure this we shall see how clothes are named in the Italian language. This article will help you in learning the names of basic clothing including shirts, pants, ties, shoes skirts, socks, gowns, boots, hats, caps, jeans, t - shirts etc.. They can also be divided into night clothes, winter and summer clothes as well. (http://www.enchantedlearning.com/themes/italian/clothing.shtml). Let’s take a look at what word is to be used for each type of clothing in the Italian language (http://italian.about.com/library/fare/blfare249.htm).
Shirt - la camicia
Trousers - I pantaloni
Skirt - la gonna
Socks - il calzino
Jacket - la giacca
Hat - il capello
Boot - lo stivale
Belt - la cintura
Coat - il cappotto
Glove - il guanto
Scarf - la sciarpa
Cap - il berretto
Tie - la cravatta
Shoe - la scarpa
Dress - il vestito
Jeans - I jeans
T - shirt - la maglietta
Bathing suit - il costume da bagno
Bathrobe - l’accappatoio
Blouse - la camicetta
Bra, brassiere - il reggiseno
Dressing gown - la vestaglia
Fur coat - la pelliccia
Handkerchief - il fazzoletto
Lingerie - la biancheria
Raincoat - l'impermeabile
Suspenders - le bretelle
Sweater - il pullover
Underpants - le mutande
Vest - il panciotto
Windbreaker - la giacca a vento
Buckle - la fibbia
Shoe - lace - il laccio
Barrette - il fermaglio
Necklace - la collana
Button - il bottone
Bracelet - il braccialetto
Pajama - il pigiama
Ribbon - il nastro
Pocket - la tasca
Slipper - la pantafola
Ear muffs - il paraorecchie
Mittens - le monopole
Earring - l’orecchino
Sun glasses - gli occhiali da sole
Watch - l’orologio
Shorts - I pantaloncini
Sleeve - la manica
Ring - l’anello
Sandals - I sandali
