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Ha qualcosa di più casual?

Do you have something more casual?

Pronunciation

'Casual' is borrowed from English. In Italian it's said 'CA-zu-al' — three syllables with stress on the first.

When to use it

When looking for relaxed everyday wear rather than formal pieces. Useful if a shop seems to skew too formal for your needs.

What it means

Same structure as 'qualcosa di più elegante'. 'Casual' is a common Anglicism in Italian fashion. Also possible: 'qualcosa di più sportivo' (sporty/casual) or 'di tutti i giorni' (everyday).

Variations

Cerco qualcosa di comodo.

I'm looking for something comfortable.

Comfort as the driver, not just casual style

Ha qualcosa per tutti i giorni?

Do you have something for everyday wear?

Focus on versatility and daily use

Cerco qualcosa di più sportivo.

I'm looking for something more sporty.

Sporty casual — athleisure or sport-influenced

Mini Dialogue

Cliente: Ha qualcosa di più casual? Questo è troppo elegante per me. Commessa: Certo. In questo reparto abbiamo magliette, felpe e jeans. Cliente: Perfetto. Cerco qualcosa che vada con i jeans. Commessa: Allora queste polo sono ideali.

Customer: Do you have something more casual? This is too elegant for me. Assistant: Of course. In this section we have T-shirts, sweatshirts and jeans. Customer: Perfect. I'm looking for something that goes with jeans. Assistant: Then these polos are ideal.

Cultural Note

Even 'casual' Italian style is carefully considered. The Italian concept of 'sprezzatura' — appearing effortlessly stylish — means casual doesn't equal sloppy. Clean lines, quality fabrics and good fit matter even in jeans.