I'm an American in Italy, and I'm Grabbing These Effortless Italian Fashion Staples-Deals Start at $13

"Black Friday deals perfectly align with cold weather here in Northern Italy. (In fact, as I'm writing this, we've even had our first sprinkle of snow in Bergamo.) As a native New Yorker, I know that now is the perfect time to shop for winter wardrobe essentials to prepare for the chilly weather ahead. I've always loved shopping Black Friday sales, and that hasn't changed since moving to Italy."

"Italians love a chic, cozy knit, and a style resurging in popularity is the quarter- or half-zip. I love the C by Bloomingdale's Cashmere Half-zip that's a mix of sporty and elevated city style, but this Dokotoo Cable Knit Pullover evokes the same cozy style at a fraction of the price. I'd pair this with a button-down and cream-colored corduroy pants for a winter white style."

"A long-time fan of a beautiful slip skirt, I love pairing them with chunky knit sweaters and boots in colder months or boxy T-shirts and flat sandals in warmer months. I spotted this silk La Ligne Bianca Skirt with a chiffon hem and rich pop of color that will instantly pull an outfit together. For a similar look for less, check out this Btfbm satin skirt at Amazon, on sale for $21. It has a range of colors from neutrals to bold hues."

Black Friday deals coincide with the onset of cold weather in Northern Italy, prompting shopping for winter wardrobe essentials. Carts contain Amazon and J.Crew picks across Italy and the United States, and a relative in the States is handling an in-store Madewell pickup. Retailers are offering Italian-inspired fashion on sale, including cozy knitwear from about $25, satin midi skirts for about $21, and tailored trousers. The Dokotoo quarter-zip cable knit pullover mimics pricier cashmere half-zips at lower cost and pairs with corduroy pants for winter white styling.

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