One of the funniest people on the internet these days is also one of the most stylish. Nicole Richie — and her AMAZING web TV series Candidly Nicole — is one of my favourites. Except for last week when she looked ridiculous in the clown pants. But she more than redeemed herself this week with this printed maxi dress that I completely want and love and desire and yearn for. Understandable, no?

Nicole, and her husband and kids, are in Portofino, Italy this week. They are soaking up the sun and the local nightspots. I love everything about this situation. Except of course for how skinny Nicole has got again. That I don't love.

She was out shopping earlier in the day. Wearing a very similar dress to one that I own — and frequently wear — in the summer. Flowing and easy and yet still very, very chic. Winning.