Overview
- Ministers Daniela Santanchè and Giuseppe Valditara presented the program at Rome’s Museo delle Civiltà, where a regional costume exhibition runs through November 11.
- The Ministry of Tourism committed €550,000 annually starting in 2026 to fund locally organized initiatives across the country.
- Rai will broadcast an institutional spot and a dedicated special on RaiPlay, Rai 5 and Rai Cultura on November 11.
- The day was established by law on April 15, 2025 (n. 59) following a bill first signed by Senator Anna Maria Fallucchi of Fratelli d’Italia.
- Schools have been invited to participate, with the Education Ministry highlighting 60 upper secondary institutes and about 80,000 fashion students involved in restoration and replicas of historical dress.