Italics are for when you want to convey that you're being subtle, but still loud.
They're for the sassy, yet reserved, and secretly dramatic, of course.
Use italics for emphasis, not for laziness.
Don't be afraid to get creative with your italics.
Remember, italics are like the wink of the typographic world.
Use them wisely, or don't.
Here's some italicized text for your viewing pleasure:
Italics are fun, aren't they?