Stefanel Travel Diaries arrives in Lecce With Gemma Surgo for a tour of the most evocative and authentic places in the Salento city
Stefanel Travel Diaries continues its journey. Now, within the project that has transformed Italian cities into an elegant travel diary, it’s Lecce’s turn, a city that welcomed the project with its soft yet theatrical forms. Walking through its streets is like passing through an open-air living room: golden façades, embroidered balconies, harmonious squares illuminated by a warm, enveloping light. Refined yet authentic, Lecce combines art, history, and a Mediterranean rhythm that captivates with discretion and charm, the same qualities of Stefanel, which dresses the contemporary woman from dawn to dusk, in all her versions, with warm autumnal colors, versatile mid-season jackets, and unique yet practical accessories.
Stefanel Travel Diaries arrives in Lecce, our story
Talking about getting around? You should know that Lecce is best experienced cycling through its alleyways: it’s recommended to rent a bike from "Marcello" and let the cobblestones guide you, from Porta San Biagio along the white streets leading to Santa Chiara and Sant’Oronzo, to fully appreciate the Salento Baroque. Between one side street and another, you can watch artisans at work, someone polishing or hammering new creations. On Via Perroni, there’s "Terra Carta Fuoco," the papier-mâché workshop of Stefania Guarascio, who has collaborated with top fashion brands. Papier-mâché is more alive than ever here, with skilled hands and timeless workshops. At Vincenzo’s, instead, you can take a break on his magical chairs.
Speaking of breaks, after so much cycling, it’s time to grab something to eat. In Lecce, the options are endless! "Quinto" is perfect for a Salento puccia, while "Mezzo Quinto" is famous for its tomato-sauced meatballs, which are incredible. To take home even just a crumb of this wonderful Lecce atmosphere in the form of food, explore "Valentina Specialità del Salento," the perfect spot for a chat and to be enveloped by the aroma of Salento delicacies. Trust Mrs. Valentina’s recommendations. At "Angiolino," "Mamma Elvira," and "Le Zie," you can experience authentic Salento cuisine, from land and sea. At "Natale," on the other hand, you breathe the atmosphere of historic trattorias.
Lecce, not just food
Historic cafés tell you a lot about a city. Its community, the way locals take a break, a breath of fresh air amid modern life’s hustle. In the capital of Salento, coffee has become an art. Who hasn’t heard of Lecce coffee? At "Caffè Alvino," you can try it in its most classic form: paired with a warm pasticciotto, while waiting for the sunset. Days here seem to suspend, especially at this time of day. Piazza Sant’Oronzo, the Palazzo della Luce, the Duomo: everything takes on a unique warmth and color, in this white city scented with history, sea, and living stone. And so, the day gently comes to an end, with the awareness of having discovered a special corner of Italy, always accompanied by Stefanel looks, our trusty companions for every adventure.
Stefanel and Lecce: a shared story of elegance
The goal of this wonderful day? First, to celebrate the woman who chooses Stefanel, sophisticated and contemporary, in a fully Italian setting. Lecce, in this context, transforms into a theater of style, demonstrating the versatility, comfort, and contemporaneity of the garments, framing our protagonist Gemma Surgo between its stages. Second, to rediscover a special city in all its facets. Lecce welcomes and amazes, from dawn to dusk, by bike or on foot, in skirts or jeans.