The shirt is nearer than the doublet.
More Italian Proverbs:
He that wants should not be bashful.Italian
Give the wise man a hint and leave him to act.
Italian
Since the house is on fire, let us warm ourselves.
Italian
One who wants to keep their yard tidy does not reserve a plot for the weeds.
Italian
He is a very sorry barber who has but one comb.
Italian
Agree between yourselves (as to the time), quoth Arlotto, and I will make it rain.
Italian