Mambo Italiano
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Everything about Italy 🇮🇹: hidden gems, food, travel, habits & traditions Plus gossip, hot takes, world news through the spicy lens of a true Italian woman🌶️
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- Apr 27, 2025
The first official images of Pope Francis’ tomb ✝️ Basilica of St. Mary Major, Rome Simplicity is the new opulence A Thread 🧵
SummaryPope Francis' tomb has been unveiled in Rome's Basilica of St. Mary Major, featuring a simple white marble design reflecting his devotion to simplicity and made from Ligurian marble honoring his family's origins. The private burial ceremony took place in his favorite church where he prayed over 120 times during his papacy, and pilgrims have begun visiting to pay their respects.14 tweets2 min read - Jan 22, 2025
Exactly 20 years ago, on January 22, 2005, in Palm Beach, Florida, Slovenian model Melania Knauss married businessman Donald J. Trump, wearing a dress that weighed 66 pounds A Thread 🧵 of small cur...
SummaryThis thread celebrates the 20th anniversary of Donald Trump and Melania Knauss's wedding on January 22, 2005, in Palm Beach, Florida, highlighting details about her iconic 66-pound John Galliano Dior dress that required 1,000 hours of work and cost around $100,000, along with various wedding traditions and curiosities.14 tweets2 min read - Jan 21, 2025
Melania Trump’s inaugural ball gown has already entered the pantheon of iconic fashion moments But let’s uncover its little secret! A subtle tribute to the American Dream 🇺🇸 A Thread 🧵 https://t.c...
SummaryMelania Trump's 2025 inaugural gown by designer Hervé Pierre features off-white silk crepe with black gazar bands and is accessorized with a 1955 Harry Winston diamond brooch, creating an elegant ensemble that subtly references American tradition and the American Dream.13 tweets2 min read - Jan 9, 2025
A spectacular style statement by Melania Trump at Jimmy Carter’s funeral 🌹 With impeccable elegance and mastery, she delivers a stunning moment that blends art, fashion, Italian designers, Rodin’s s...
SummaryMelania Trump wore a Valentino black coat at Jimmy Carter's funeral featuring a romantic print of two lovers kissing inspired by Rodin sculptures, serving as a poignant tribute to Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter's love story.11 tweets1 min read - Sep 19, 2024
Drumroll, Italy 🇮🇹 is in celebration! Tomorrow, the last Diva of the Golden Age, Sophia Loren, will blow out 90 candles! Festivities are planned in Rome and Naples Here’s a thread 🧵 to honor this...
SummarySophia Loren celebrates her 90th birthday, honored as one of cinema's greatest icons. The Italian legend's storied career spans decades of acclaimed films with renowned directors and co-stars, including her legendary partnership with Marcello Mastroianni, and she remains celebrated for her timeless beauty and talent.24 tweets3 min read - Aug 3, 2024
The question might seem trivial, but give it a moment’s thought: Why does Venice 🇮🇹 float? What does it rest on? And, most importantly, why doesn’t it sink? A Thread🧵 to explain it to you https:/...
SummaryVenice floats on thousands of wooden piles driven into the lagoon's sediment, creating an artificial foundation that has remained stable for over 1,600 years. The piles don't rot due to the anoxic environment, mineralization from surrounding water and soil, and protective mud layers that prevent oxygen and decomposing microorganisms from reaching the wood.18 tweets2 min read