Alright, let’s talk about my trip to Florence for Pitti Uomo. Man, I was buzzing just thinking about seeing all that street style live.
So, first thing, I gotta get ready. Packed my bags, made sure my camera was charged up, couple of extra memory cards too. You never know how many pictures you’ll end up taking. I even spent a little time thinking about what I should wear, you know? Didn’t want to look totally out of place, but the main goal was just to watch and document everyone else.
Getting There and First Look
Landed in Florence, got settled, and then headed straight for the Fortezza da Basso. That’s where the main event happens. Walking up, you could already feel it. The energy was just different. Crowds milling about, everyone looking sharp. It’s like stepping into a magazine, but real life.
My first impression? Wow. Just… wow. So many well-dressed people in one spot. Mostly guys, obviously, that’s what Pitti is known for. You see suits everywhere, but not like boring office suits. These guys know how to wear ’em.
Walking Around and Spotting the Looks
So I started walking. Just wandering through the main courtyard area, then checking out the entrances and the little side spots where people hang out. That’s where you find the best stuff. I tried to find a decent spot near the main wall, kinda became the unofficial runway.
I spent hours just watching people. Saw a dude in this killer double-breasted linen suit, perfect for the heat. Then another guy rocking bright colored trousers with a more classic navy blazer. It’s all about the mix.
Key things I noticed:
- Tailoring is king: Lots of sharp suits, blazers, and well-fitting trousers. Fit is everything here.
- Color pops: People aren’t afraid of color. Bold jackets, bright pants, vibrant accessories.
- Accessorizing masters: Pocket squares, cool ties (or sometimes no tie!), hats, sunglasses, interesting shoes, lapel pins… the details really make the outfit.
- That Italian flair: They call it ‘sprezzatura’, right? Looking sharp but effortless. Like they just threw it on, but you know they didn’t. It’s an art.
- Mixing it up: Saw guys pairing tailored jackets with denim or even cool sneakers. It wasn’t just suits.
Snapping Photos
Okay, the documenting part. I basically just started taking pictures. Sometimes I’d quickly ask, “Hey, mind if I grab a photo? Love the look.” Most guys were cool with it, they’re there to be seen, after all. Other times, if the moment was right, I’d just snap a candid shot, trying to capture the vibe, the way they walked or stood.
It got pretty crowded, so sometimes getting a clean shot was tough. Had to be patient, wait for people to move. Focused on capturing not just the whole outfit, but the little details too – the watch, the way the pocket square was folded, the texture of the fabric.
Wrapping Up the Day
By the end of the day, my feet were killing me, and my camera battery was almost dead, but man, was it worth it. Just seeing that level of personal style and confidence all in one place is super inspiring. It wasn’t about expensive brands necessarily, more about how people put things together, how they carried themselves.
It’s just a cool scene. You see classic stuff done perfectly, and you see guys pushing boundaries a bit. Really enjoyed just soaking it all in and getting some good shots to remember it by. Definitely an experience.
