Whether you’re planning a cozy night in or a romantic excursion, there are so many ways to enhance the experience. One of the most recommended would be to channel the spirit of ‘amore,’ the Italian for love. That three-syllable word somehow conjures beautiful Roman architecture, the scent of flowers decorating a cobbled plaza, violin music tugging the heartstrings, and tables set with sumptuous feasts – either basking in the Mediterranean sunshine or a cool evening breeze. Let’s complete that picture with the Italian passers-by, the guys in their sharp dress pants, the girls with their cascading dark tresses, hourglass figures, and volatile Latin temperament. How would you take your inspiration from all these wonderful elements?

Seeking inspiration online

What would be the best way to gain inspiration for your Italian style date? How about getting some tips from those who would offer the most astute guidance possible – Italian singles. All you would have to do is register with an online dating service, one that would provide chat room facilities and also allow you to interact with a cross-section of individuals from various cultural backgrounds. After introducing yourself here, you could get to know other site members, keeping an eye out for those hailing from either Italy itself or Italian-speaking communities in different countries. You’ll find the conversation flowing freely in this online environment, and you can ask for recommendations about how to make the most of your dating opportunities.

Declare your intentions from the outset

Italian men are renowned for their big gestures. When they arrive to escort their significant other out on a date, they’re liable to show up on the doorstep with a massive bunch of flowers. They might even arrive on a sleek Vespa scooter, ready to whisk their date off into the night, her arms clutching his waist as he slams the foot down. Why not follow suit? Hire, borrow or purchase a similar vehicle. When you rock up to her front door to lead your date to her night’s transport, she can’t fail to be impressed.

The importance of dress sense

Italians have long been known for their amazing dress sense. Sure, they do have a bit of a reputation for sitting around in string vests at home, but who doesn’t wear casual attire when simply lounging around? After all, it would be completely impractical to be wearing a smart shirt and tie when tucking into a bowl of pasta while sprawled on a couch watching TV. But when an Italian guy is getting ready to go on a date, they’ll have one objective: to dress to impress. So how would you emulate the Italian style?

Dressing up or way up?

Italy is the home of the designer label. These are the chicest of clothes, elegantly tailored and fashioned to make the wearer of any outfit look a million dollars. There’s a host of these labels to choose from, including Armani, Dolce and Gabbana, Valentino, Versace, Pravda, Moschino … the list goes on. The beauty of choosing designer wear is that they come in such a variety of tasteful styles and would be suitable for any date location, from an evening at the bowling alley to a meal in a five-star restaurant. If you want to push the boat out, you could emulate a Mafioso boss’s sartorial elegance. These guys may have ended up in jail, or worse, but many of them wore immaculate suits, complete with cuff-links and tie-pins.

The food of love

Italian cuisine is respected and enjoyed across the world. There are so many fabulous dishes to choose from, whether you book a secluded table for two in an exclusive restaurant or prepare a feast at home. You can start the meal with something like bean crostini with anchovy and lemon salsa, then work towards the main course of spinach-stuffed braciole, or any number of delicious pizza toppings. For dessert, serve up a tiramisù, and watch your partner’s face light up as they savor the sweetness. All of these treats need to be washed down with something appropriate, and you have so many Italian refreshments to choose from. How about chilled bottles of Peroni or Nastro Azzurro? Countless wines would complement the various courses of your romantic dinner, red, white, rose, or fizzy.

There’s a reason why Italy has come to be associated with amore. Its culture is renowned, its cuisine adored across the world, and its people are famous for their passion. Tapping into this Latino temperament will pave the way for a fantastic night out. Sharing a bottle of full-bodied Pinot Grigio over a mouth-watering meal, to a soundtrack of Vivaldi, while watching the candlelight flickering in each other’s eyes is about as romantic as it can get!

NCS