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The Italian Essence
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Free Style Guide: What to Wear in Italy Each Month
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Welcome to The Italian Essence
I’m so glad you’re here. If you’ve found yourself wondering where you went… and how to find her again, you’re not alone.
You’ve spent years caring for everyone else.
Raising children, building a life, showing up day after day. Now the kids are gone or grown, your routines have shifted, and your reflection feels… unfamiliar.
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You still love beauty. You still dream of Italy, of elegance, of days that feel slower and more meaningful. But somewhere along the way, your style lost its spark—and maybe your sense of self did too.
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You open your wardrobe and see the same clothes you’ve worn for years—safe, practical, a little tired. And while you're grateful for your life, you can't shake the feeling that you were meant for something more.
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Sound familiar?
The Italian Essence is for the woman ready to reconnect with her essence — and dress for the life she was meant to live.
I understand—because I’ve been there too.
I’m Elinor Salter, a personal stylist based in Italy. Twenty years ago, I moved to this beautiful country with a suitcase, a small son, and a longing for something different. Italy changed me—it woke me up. It taught me that style is more than fashion… it’s a way of being.
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But I also know what it feels like to put your dreams on hold, to dress in a way that hides instead of reveals, to feel invisible.
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That’s why I created The Italian Essence—to help women like you rediscover who they are now… and begin dressing for the life they still long to live.
How Can I Help?
This is not about trends or “rules.” This is about creating a wardrobe—and a lifestyle—that reflects your essence. The woman you are today and the one you’re still becoming.
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With my guidance, you’ll learn how to:
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Let go of clothes that no longer serve you.
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Understand which colours and cuts light you up.
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Dress with intention, elegance, and ease.
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Feel confident being seen again.
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Embrace the beauty of Italian style—and your own.
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We’ll take it one gentle, joyful step at a time.
It’s time to stop hiding behind your clothes… and start feeling like you again.
Style isn’t selfish. It’s not shallow. It’s a mirror—and a tool—for transformation.
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If you’re ready to reconnect with your confidence, your beauty, and your Italian soul… I’d be honoured to walk alongside you.
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Find Your True Colours
Discover your perfect palette with an elegant online colour analysis—Italian-inspired, personalised, and designed to reveal your radiant essence.
The Italian Wardrobe Edit
Refine your wardrobe with timeless Italian elegance. The Italian Wardrobe Edit is a 90-minute virtual session to help you rediscover your style, reconnect with your essence, and dress with confidence. Tailored for women over 40 seeking beauty and simplicity.
Personal Shopping
Discover your timeless style with personalised shopping inspired by Italy. Perfect for women over 40 who crave confidence, elegance, and la dolce vita.
Personal Shopping
Rome
Rediscover your style with a personal shopping experience in Rome. Tailored for women over 40, this transformative session blends Italian elegance, confidence, and expert style guidance in the heart of the Eternal City.
Meet Elinor
ciao e benvenuto!
Founder of The Italian Essence | Personal Stylist | Confidence Rebuilder
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I moved to Italy searching for something more — and found my truest self.
Now I help women like you do the same.
I blend timeless Italian elegance with deeply personal style guidance to help you feel empowered, radiant, and at home in your own skin again.
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Let’s rediscover you — together.
