Creative director of the Calvin Klein collection for men, Italo Zucchelli was nominated in 2007 by the Council of Fashion Designers of America for menswear designer of the year. Raised in La Spezia, Italy, he now gives us a glimpse at a few of his favorite things.
Jeans: Slim black Calvin Klein
Shoes: White patent leather Visvim sneakers
Fragrance: Warm, sexy scents like Calvin Klein MAN, Aveda Eros, and Caron Yatagan
Underwear: Calvin Klein Underwear, of course
Cocktail: Vodka tonic
Cuisine: The passion fruit souffl at Falai in New York City
Vacation getaway: The Pines on Fire Island; Tulum, Mexico; and Liguria, Italy
Jewelry: My Superman ring from Patricia Field in New York City
Favorite indulgence: Ben & Jerrys ice cream, any flavor
Guilty pleasure TV: Desperate Housewives
Book on your nightstand now: Nureyev: A Biography by Peter Watson
Musician/band/CD: The Gossip, Hercules and Love Affair, Antony and the Johnsons, Kate Bush
My personal style in three words: Casual, sleek, monochromatic
Grooming product: Moisturizer from La Prairie and products by Dr. Hauschka
Tan? No tan? Fake tan? Yes to all three -- depending on the season
Most unusual item in your pocket now: Glitter: The Truth About Fame by Celia Brayfield
The last item you purchased: OHM: The Early Gurus of Electronic Music, a triple CD
Ive always wanted to dress: Hugh Jackman
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