My inspiration for this post came from my dear, longtime blogging friend, Debbie @ Musings by an ND Domer's Mom, who is not only a gifted...
Last week I listened to Bette Midler's recording of the original recording by Rosemary Clooney of Mambo Italiano.
And when I say I listened to it, I don't mean just a few times, I mean like TEN THOUSAND TIMES. I listened to it at home; while walking; even while shopping (and dancing to it in the produce section) at Trader Joe's. I listened to it so much, that even when I wasn't listening to it, I could still hear the song in my head, over and over and over again. And although I love Rosemary Clooney's version of the song, I honestly think that I love Bette Midler's version more - it's sexier.
Which, speaking of sexy, listening to this song reminded me of how sexy I think Italian men and women are. And not only in the way they look, but also because of how passionate they are about everything.
And when I say I listened to it, I don't mean just a few times, I mean like TEN THOUSAND TIMES. I listened to it at home; while walking; even while shopping (and dancing to it in the produce section) at Trader Joe's. I listened to it so much, that even when I wasn't listening to it, I could still hear the song in my head, over and over and over again. And although I love Rosemary Clooney's version of the song, I honestly think that I love Bette Midler's version more - it's sexier.
Which, speaking of sexy, listening to this song reminded me of how sexy I think Italian men and women are. And not only in the way they look, but also because of how passionate they are about everything.
And apparently, I have God to thank for that...
I mean what can I say, I have a weakness for that Mediterranean look. You know the look I'm talking about don't you? Dark, scruffy, and steamy.
I would like to conclude this post by sharing a video clip from an advertising campaign by Dolce & Gabbana for a perfume launch last year, in which it featured Sophia Loren as the "face" for Dolce & Gabbana. At the time this was filmed, Sophia Loren was 81-years old.
When I first saw this video clip, I forgot that I was watching an advertising campaign because it seemed as though I was viewing a trailer for an exquisite film shot in Italy. I can't even image how much time, thought and energy went into creating this. It was like watching a piece of European art come to life!
This clip totally encapsulates what it is that attracts me to all-things-Italian - history, beauty, love, passion, abandonment, romance, and oh yes...sexiness!
Enjoy...
*please watch it full screen to get the FULL effect
I mean what can I say, I have a weakness for that Mediterranean look. You know the look I'm talking about don't you? Dark, scruffy, and steamy.
Italian Men
Italian Women
Bellissima!
I think Italian women are equally as sexy.
Strong, beautiful, and darkly sensual...
Strong, beautiful, and darkly sensual...
Yet, I think a perfect embodiment of Italian sexiness, in my opinion anyway, is international film star, Sophia Loren.
And what I especially love and admire about Sophia Loren is that her sexiness stems from a powerful inner strength and confidence...
I would like to conclude this post by sharing a video clip from an advertising campaign by Dolce & Gabbana for a perfume launch last year, in which it featured Sophia Loren as the "face" for Dolce & Gabbana. At the time this was filmed, Sophia Loren was 81-years old.
When I first saw this video clip, I forgot that I was watching an advertising campaign because it seemed as though I was viewing a trailer for an exquisite film shot in Italy. I can't even image how much time, thought and energy went into creating this. It was like watching a piece of European art come to life!
This clip totally encapsulates what it is that attracts me to all-things-Italian - history, beauty, love, passion, abandonment, romance, and oh yes...sexiness!
Enjoy...
*please watch it full screen to get the FULL effect
Have a beautiful rest of your week, everyone!
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