I’m that parent.
You know the one that allows their toddler use their iphone to watch cartoons and play with apps so that they behave and finish their meal.
What’s that? You texted me? Sorry, I didn’t see the text. Or the missed call. I also didn’t take a picture of that amazing thing that just happened (perfect for instagram) because IF I PULL MY PHONE AWAY FROM MY TODDLER when he’s doing his thing….all HELL breaks loose. We’re talking full blown, epic proportion MELT DOWN.
And so was the case when I was eating lunch at one of my favorite places in Modena. My son was watching something on my phone and then…. she came in.
In her full super stylish mom glory, complete with a loose braid, hidden wedge sneakers and a total blasé cool vibe.
I’ve been holding onto her pictures for WAY TOO LONG, I’ve been avoiding putting them on the blog as part of my Real Mom Street Style Series, because I lost the used envelope that I hastily used to take down her info instead of writing myself a note on my phone.
There was no way I could pull the phone away from him and not have him go into a tantrum, so I just used what I had. I chose to avoid a toddler meltdown over the blog and what I get is a missed opportunity!!! (but a happy kid!)
The Mystery Girl
Her name? I can’t remember (but I feel like it was something so cool, like Michelle but different)
Her super website that sells designer children’s things? Again, I have no idea….WHERE did I put that used envelope
The number of languages she speaks since she’s from some country in Northern Europe that I also can’t remember? …..No clue, but we’re talking 3-4 languages!
The Reason She Dressed
I’m not sure why she was out and about, but I met her having lunch with her man and little girl at my favorite tigella place. I will eventually do a whole post about Tigellas which are SUPER YUMMY streetfood found in this part of Italy.
What She Wore
What I DO know is that her shoes are Ash and her bag is Proenza Schouler.
Not a cheap bag, you can find it here for $1,150 (certainly our mystery girl has good taste!), hurry though (if you have the $) it’s the last one available!
The Hidden Wedge Sneaker Trend ….
oh believe it. It’s HERE TO STAY
This sneaker-wedge runner is by-far one of the most well-known designs of the contemporary footwear brand Ash, since it is a pretty similar design to the well-known hidden wedge runner of Isabel Marant *cough* *cough* copy *ahem* *cough* (read Isabel Marant’s Sneaker Wedge and All Her Copiers – essentialesse.com)
If you LOVE these Ash hidden wedge sneakers, you can find a few great discounted pairs here, including black and silver, just silver, and my personal fav for Spring peach and teal.
Now, I have to admit, I wasn’t keen on this whole wedge-runner trend. Is it a runner? is it a heal? Is it a wedge? is it a basketball shoe? What the heck is it?
I just didn’t understand, but she looks so COOL in them, doesn’t she? It is ridiculous how these update an otherwise simple look into the super chic stratosphere.
Now I know what you’re thinking…..
Those are soooooo Fall 2013, and you’re right, however, they will also be Fall 2014. In my usual Fashion Foresight style I’ve gone ahead and done some investigating to see if this trend is going to survive, BEFORE I get myself a pair.
According to Fashion Bomb Daily, out of 780 people polled almost 70% said they were NOT done with their wedges! This is a trend that is NOT GOING ANYWHERE!
And, here’s the news I actually really like this pair by Steve Madden ! I love the camel color, the slightly pointed toe (which is perhaps a little more flattering and feminine than Ash) and the way they aren’t so bulky at the top.
But Baby It’s Cold Outside
If you follow my blog you know that I am from Toronto, Canada and have only been living in Italy for the last 6 years. Now here’s the thing, I kind of suffered while living in Canada because I HATE THE COLD.
In fact, in Italy, I often get asked “What kind of Canadian are you?” I wear thermal tights when other people are in t-shirts! ….The Answer?
Not a very good one, that’s why I moved away.
I was worried that it was getting to late to share with you this Mystery Girl’s cool style since the spring is now in full bloom in most parts of the Northern Hemisphere, but alas poor Toronto, Canada is GETTING SNOW today!
So in honor of my home and native land I wanted to share Mystery Girls great style to inspire a few last warm and wintery looks.
Now onto the party…..
#AllAboutYou a Link and Pin Party!
And now I introduce you to one of my absolute favorite bloghops around….the #AllAboutYou Link and Pin Party. I was asked to co-host this week by Zaz at Mama and More, who is a co-creator of this linky so please stop over and say hello! She normally hosts with Luci at Mother.Wife.Me, but Luci has too many obligations this week so I’m going to step in!
This is all about YOU! Your style, your passion, your thoughts, your ME TIME! Personally I am fascinated with the idea of “You” in general which is why I started taking Mom Street Style photos, everyone has something to share. And PLEASE if you are the above Mystery Girl PLEASE tell me something about YOU!!!!
Just 3 Simple Rules
1. Please link posts specific to the All About YOU theme of this party – we truly want to encourage everyone to take or think about me-time, and this is your space to link up posts all about how you spend it, whether it’s style, fitness, food, concerts or sky-diving! 2. Please link the URL of your specific AllAboutYou post, and please feature the badge or mention the linky, because it’s a nice thing to do ; ) We tweet out every linked post that does! 3. Please comment on at least two other posts within the AllAboutYou link party If you could comment leaving the #AllAboutYou hashtag, that would be great too, and perhaps give some love to the party hosts.…… let’s be friends
We all know that it can be hard to find the time do it all, but this linkup is really worth it. There’s no need to follow your hosts, but if you do please let us know by using the #AllAboutYou hashtag when you comment and follow (so we can comment & follow back)!. We’ll return the love by pinning, tweeting and commenting on each post! Can’t wait to get to know you all a little bit better and spread the word about your awesome blogs!!All About You community links:
- #AllAboutYou Link & Pin Party Pinterest Board
- Mother.Wife.Me on Pinterest
- Mama and More on Pinterest
- Reasons to Dress.com on Pinterest
- #AllAboutYou Link & Pin Party Google Plus Community
- #AllAboutYou Facebook Page
Fashion link-ups!
Every week I try to link-up my style posts with these fashionable ladies. Visit their sites for some inspiration & to discover new bloggers!