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Fashion & Lifestyle

From Renaissance dresses to handmade leather goods, the definition of Fashion in Urbino varies greatly between each person you meet.

Threads of the Past

By: Marlee Ebert

This documentary short examines the reconstruction of Renaissance clothing worn by the elite in the City of Urbino during the 13th and 14th centuries. Atelier di Batista association members Carolina Sacchetti (historian) and Roberta Fraternae (tailor) research paintings, texts, and rediscovered period items to design and recreate the historical clothing in order to preserve the city’s rich cultural heritage.

Tattoo Zone

By: Charlie Jackson

This video is about a man who is passionate about what he does… tattooing. He helped forge a path for Italian tattoo artists, as when he started, tattoos were seen very differently.

The Mastermind Behind Urbino’s Leather

By: Ava Roberts

The Last Leatherworkers of Le Marche: Preserving Slow Fashion In The Italian Countryside 

By: Samantha Cortes

“I’ve always wanted a job that was hands-on, and learning the process from them was beautiful,” said Colombo, a stern man dressed in a striped vest. Stacks of leather bracelets dangle from his arm. 

Colombo is one of the last standing artisans in Urbino — and one of the few remaining leather makers in Le Marche. His journey into leather crafting began in a small workshop in the mountainside Italian commune of Canzo in 1983. Colombo’s friend and a group of artisans opened a handmade goods shop there, inviting him to join the business and learn vital craftsmanship skills from them. 

Colombo established his roots in Urbino in 2001 when he opened his shop, Ars Nova di Colombo Donato. Colombo strives to promote the sustainability of his products and preserve the art of leather crafting amidst the globalization of fast fashion

Olivia Monteforte: Custom Leather Shoes

By: Maddie Kaitchuck

Why Do Italian University Graduates Wear Laurel Wreaths? The Scholastic History Of Le Marche’s Floral Convocation Crown

By: Dakota Kendall

“My sister made me wear this,” Bruzzesi said, as she playfully rolled her eyes and wrapped her
arm around her sister. “I feel a bit silly, but I’m celebrating with my family.”
During Urbino’s summer months, it’s hard to avoid throngs of university students striding
through the piazza wearing laurel wreaths and kitschy costumes.

Indeed, there are no caps and gowns for graduates here. Instead, students wear Greek-styled laurel wreaths made of interconnected bay plant leaves and branches, which are often adorned with colorful ribbons and flowers. The tradition stretches back to ancient times — and is
prevalent throughout Italy.

Our Team

Charlie Jackson

Videographer

Dakota Kendall

Writer, Interactive Designer

Samantha Cortes

Writer

Ava Roberts

Photographer

Marlee Ebert

Videographer

Maddie Kaitchuck

Photographer, Interactive Designer