Italian cashmere company Brunello Cucinelli is celebrated not just for its sumptuous softwear, but for its socially and culturally conscious corporate ethos.
Carolina Cucinelli, cocreative director and co-president of her father’s namesake house, is guided by those ideals. Along with her family, the stylish heir helped restore Solomeo — the medieval Umbrian hamlet where the company is based and where she lives with her husband and son — and assisted in the development of an arts program there.
She also spearheaded “Be Your Change,” an inspiring podcast series featuring friends of the brand such as British boxer Ramla Ali and Olympic freestyle skier Eileen Gu, discussing themes of hope and courage. Here, the 31-year-old tastemaker shares the suede suit and sense memories that elevate her chic.
“An iconic style from the past that is so contemporary it becomes eternal.”
Primo radio-phonograph (designed in 1965 by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni and reissued in Canaletto walnut), $18,275 at BrionvegaBrionvega“Memories of a trip I took with my husband to America, before getting married.”
Nasomatto “Duro” extrait de parfum (30 ml), $185 at Lucky ScentScent“A nice sweater is forever. I like the idea of an essential style but with personality.”
Handmade sweater, $7,500 at Brunello CucinelliBrunello Cucinelli“Cutting-edge electric technology with a very cool vintage look.”
“Ivy” electric bicycle, $2,443 at VelorettiVeloretti“Fascinating combination of America and Italy, with unforgettable music by maestro Ennio Morricone.”
“The Sergio Leone Anthology” (8-DVD box set), $39 at AmazonAmazon“The flavor that links the past with the present of a happy evening shared with friends.”
Negroni “Americano” box with recipe and ingredients, $51 at Icona SpiritsIcona Spirits“Friendship and the carefreeness of youth.”
Lurisia Il Nostro Chinotto sparkling citrus beverage (set of 4 bottles), $29 at Dolce TerraTerra“A suit is a key piece of a woman’s wardrobe, versatile and clean, to be paired with unique accessories, depending on the occasion. It is a perfect look for day or evening.”
Suede blazer, $7,595, and trousers, $5,095, both at Brunello CucinelliBrunello Cucinelli“Nothing beats the surprise and curiosity of having to develop a roll of film to see if the photo came out right. It is a mix of anticipation with a touch of nostalgia.”
Vintage Officine Galileo Condor 35 mm rangefinder camera, $189 at eBayeBay“Simple, but with a strong, identified aesthetic; I prefer timeless, durable items in my wardrobe.”
Suede bag, $2,795 at Brunello CucinelliBrunello Cucinelli