"A Dopo"

Now it’s later. Open the door and say a sweetly formal hello (“salve,” pronounced SAHL-vay) in something from design house Layalina. The label’s nightwear (or afternoon wear!) is designed to help create “the ultimate romantic escape.” Enjoy such a moment in the Assiyah Silk Mousseline Gown, completely sheer. Choose the red, with red Chantilly lace and fuchsia detailing, or the black version with matching lace-trimmed full-length Robe. 

Speaking of robes, Layalina offers shorter ones in luscious colors of silk and lace. They would look inviting when worn alone, hitting at upper thigh, with matching tie belt. Highlight your face with the radiant Arielle Lime and Ivory Robe, or the Fuchsia and Red Robe. Flutter the wide sleeves with their luxurious lace insets at cuff. They seem to whisper “Welcome!” (or “Benvenuto!”). 

On a sultry afternoon or evening, “a dopo” might mean a lightweight Layalina babydoll, chemise, or strappy gown. Say “si”’ to the Noor Babydoll in silk and French lace. Available in choice of cherry red or aubergine purple, its playful lace inserts around the body add an element of fun. The Arielle Chemise is a sun-seeker, in Lime and Ivory or Fuchsia and Red. Wear one to lead your guest to your picturesque balcony. Or, feel the breeze in the glamorous Alexandria Silk Gown. Its simple triangle bust, low back with doubled thin criss-cross spaghetti straps, and graceful long skirt with inserts of lace create a languid mood. You’ll be breathtaking in either the aubergine purple version or the gold.  

The door closes with a little click. It’s quiet. JV says “arrivederci” and tiptoes away.