Several years ago I spotted a very dapper gentleman at the station in Pistoia. I thought he looked remarkably like Edward VIII.
Click here to see him, he is at the end of a post I wrote about Pistoia.
I saw him again recently at the Florence railway station. He has not lost his sense of style.
You really have to admire people who put so much effort into their appearance.
I love this post! We were just in Pistoia and Florence in June and in August. I already want to go back. And long time no see! Been so busy lately–don’t get to work on blogging like I used to. Hope you’re doing well!
By: Damommachef on August 30, 2017
at 9:50 pm
I love Pistoia and will definitely visit when I return to Italy in a couple of weeks. Nice to hear from you.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 30, 2017
at 10:00 pm
Wonderfully captured – was he aware of your photographic endeavours? Very dapper indeed, almost a jolt from yesteryear! Does this mean you
have returned to Italy by now? If so, beautiful time of the year.
By: Catherine Rowley on August 30, 2017
at 9:50 pm
He was aware the first time, which was back in 2011. I think he might like the attention.
I am in Australia now, but I return to Italy in a few weeks. I like autumn in Bagni di Lucca.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 30, 2017
at 9:59 pm
What a great time to return; all the harvesting, festivals etc. Everyone preparing to hunker down for the not-too-far-off Winter. Will look forward to your posts – enjoy and …..safe travels.
By: Catherine Rowley on August 30, 2017
at 10:07 pm
I love the autumn festivals. I will also be pruning my garden at Casa Debbio and getting it ready for the winter.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 30, 2017
at 10:13 pm
I would love to know who this adorable man is. Only in Italy!
By: Derin Gemignani on August 30, 2017
at 10:42 pm
I think he looks great.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 30, 2017
at 11:43 pm
I agree, what a delight, and wry stylish, he does favour Edward VIII and maybe Tin Tin in the red outfit. I will keep a look out for him next time I’m on my travels.
By: Andrea Waterhouse on August 30, 2017
at 10:50 pm
I like his style and his effort.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 30, 2017
at 11:44 pm
I’d love to know his story! I bet it is interesting 🙂
By: Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella on August 30, 2017
at 11:10 pm
Perhaps if I see him again I will approach him and say hello.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 30, 2017
at 11:44 pm
They fill a lovely space on earth. Very dapper indeed.
By: Christine collins on August 30, 2017
at 11:30 pm
I really like the red and white outfit.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 30, 2017
at 11:45 pm
Is he British or is he playacting?
By: karenincalabria on August 30, 2017
at 11:56 pm
I don’t know. If I see him again I will try to have a chat with him.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 31, 2017
at 12:27 am
Beyond classic……..
By: sealights99 on August 31, 2017
at 12:27 am
I think he looks great.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 31, 2017
at 12:28 am
Oh how eccentric … just love that he takes a bit of trouble…Only in Europe I suspect … can’t really see the Aussie blokes giving up their shorts and T shirt fashion, only complete with a pair of thongs!! Jx
By: Jan Williams on August 31, 2017
at 12:44 am
I have seen a couple here, but he is special.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 31, 2017
at 1:49 pm
I have also seen him a couple of times in the past. One of them in Florence. And I agree, he looks like a member of the Windsor family. It would be great if you could talk to him in the future.
By: Mulino Dominillo on August 31, 2017
at 4:28 am
He gets about.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 31, 2017
at 1:48 pm
Oh, I’ve seen that fellow in Florence. He certainly is one cool dude!
By: Yvonne on August 31, 2017
at 6:40 am
Cool indeed.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 31, 2017
at 1:48 pm
I think he looks terrific – and remarkably well for his age!
By: Jan on August 31, 2017
at 11:38 am
I really hope I see him again soon.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 31, 2017
at 1:48 pm
He must have a heck of a wardrobe. I saw him in Lucca sporting a blue theme. http://joesretirementblog.blogspot.com/2017/03/a-walking-man-lucca-tuscany-italy.html
By: Joe's Retirement Blog on August 31, 2017
at 1:14 pm
The blue outfit was very special.
By: Debra Kolkka on August 31, 2017
at 1:47 pm
Yes, he DOES look like Edward VIII !
By: Sandra Hoopmann on September 1, 2017
at 5:20 am
That was my immediate thought when I saw him the first time.
By: Debra Kolkka on September 1, 2017
at 8:57 pm
Love it. I think if you see him again, it will be time to strike up a conversation. I bet he has a few stories to tell.
By: Francesca on September 1, 2017
at 1:52 pm
I hope I see him again. I will definitely approach him for a chat.
By: Debra Kolkka on September 1, 2017
at 8:57 pm
Debra …hi and thank you for featuring this gentle-man again. I saw your post photos of him many months ago. I imagined him to be an aristocrat or of an aristocratic mindset. But then he could be a man who is simply unafraid to shine in his own glory. I adore him
By: Prana AKA Sandra on September 1, 2017
at 5:07 pm
I think he just likes dressing up. He does it well.
By: Debra Kolkka on September 1, 2017
at 8:58 pm