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Reasons To Dress
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I thought I was just going to stay in Milan for a few months to learn Italian.
It's been 6 years. Now I work from home for an exotic leather belt brand, live in Modena (Pavarotti’s hometown and where Balsamic Vinegar and the Ferrari come from!) and I’m married to the guy who was once just my Italian lover. Together we have a very feisty and strong spirited toddler.
I thought becoming a mom and working from home, meant I would no longer have a reason to dress. Thankfully, Italy is filled with reasons to shop, get dressed and be seen.
I'll show you not only what I'm wearing BUT where I'm going. I also photograph REAL MOM Street Style because there are so many nice looking moms in Italy!
Plus I love to give an insider's look into what it is like to work for an artisan brand and how you can get the look for less.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 393 )
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Mountain Girl – A Day in the Tuscan-Emilian Apennine Mountains
// Way back in May all of Italy went through a bit of a cold spell. Temperatures dropped, it rained and everyone had to reach into their closet for their fall... Read more
Posted on 01 October 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Real Mom Street Style – Across the Pond
// What can I say aside from THANK YOU! Thank you to everyone who participated in my first Linkup Tag Party! There were 27 entries in the linkup, a few tags o... Read more
Posted on 30 September 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Urban Renewal & Regeneration {Modena is Not Toronto} The Story of the Manifattur...
// Every September The Philosophy Festival happens in Modena, known as FestivalFilosofia. I mentioned a few days ago that the city chooses a theme every year,... Read more
Posted on 26 September 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Regional “Dress Codes” – Typical Italian Mom Street Style
// I mentioned on Tuesday that I get e-mailed pretty often asking what Italians typically wear. This got me thinking … there really are certain clothing “trends... Read more
Posted on 18 September 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Updating My Denim Look with a Chunky Chain
// The Reason I Dressed I LOVE Bambinopoli, the 2-day family festival that turns the historic town, Vignola, into a massive kid’s park for a whole weekend... Read more
Posted on 17 September 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
#REASONSTODRESS – A Real Mom Street Style Series + Linkup
// If you follow Reasons to Dress you know that I love celebrating when mom’s look their best. I have done 36 posts featuring real mom’s style that I have... Read more
Posted on 16 September 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
How Italians Transition to Fall – Military Ankle Boots
// I have received a few e-mails (including one from one of my favorite readers Erin) about “what Italians wear”? Technically, the first person to ask me this... Read more
Posted on 15 September 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
WOW/CRACY is Democracy in Fashion & I Vote Hiroko Higuchi
// The Difficulties in Launching a Brand I’ve written before about how smaller luxury brands get their start. Often it begins with the Fashion Fairs that... Read more
Posted on 11 September 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
L’estate Sta Finendo – Summer is Ending & Along with It Summer Fashion
// L’estate Sta Finendo is an Italian song by the group Righeira, written in 1985 that has a very catchy tune. After a week of sunshine, it is raining and chill... Read more
Posted on 10 September 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
YES! Amusement Parks Exist in Italy!
One of my favorite things to do when I go back home to Toronto, Canada is visit Canada’s Wonderland with my whole family. I have so many great memories of... Read more
Posted on 08 September 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Friendship. Even After You Become a Mom
I’m aging. It’s a little weird to think about that, but it’s true. I no longer have patience for certain things and my priorities in life are changing. Read more
Posted on 05 September 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
The New “U” Silhouette – Get Updated for FALL 2014!
Forget about the details, the color, the trim, instead look at the overall shape of your coat. If you want to update your closet for Fall 2014/15 the “U” is... Read more
Posted on 03 September 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Real Copenhagen Dad Style – The Laundromat
I should begin this post by setting the record straight. I do not man hunt! Ugh, My poor husband. It’s a good thing he has a LOT of self confidence. Read more
Posted on 01 September 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Strength. Even When Things Aren’t Perfect
I’ll be honest and say that my husband Marco is not one of the easiest of people to get along with. I’ll be even more honest and say, maybe I’m not the easiest... Read more
Posted on 31 August 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
In Search of Vikings
A few months ago when I started planning this trip to Copenhagen I remember telling friends that we were going for two weeks and I was greeted with “WHAT are yo... Read more
Posted on 26 August 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
The Italian Exodus – Ferragosto & Beyond
Summer Exodus – Pressione Bassa! I don’t know if you can tell, but I’m a little behind in my blog posting. I’m actually very lucky this year because I’ve been t... Read more
Posted on 12 August 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
How to Use POLYVORE – A Beginner’s Guide to Using the Site for Outfit Inspiration
Ever heard of Polyvore? Neither had I a few years ago, but now I use it to identify trends, get inspiration for my own outfits and get creative with what I... Read more
Posted on 08 August 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Celebrity Style on a Mom’s Budget – Summer Inspiration by Miroslava Duma
I have a street style girl crush and her name is Miroslava Duma! Every now and then I like to scour the internet for some street style inspiration, mainly to... Read more
Posted on 06 August 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Cable Cars to the Rescue – Parque Das Nacoes the Lisbon Waterfront
I was nervous about this particular day of our vacation, visiting the Lisbon Aquarium and heading out of the city centre. This whole gluten free business is MUC... Read more
Posted on 02 August 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Are Aquariums Right? What I Wore to Explore This Moral Dilemma!
The Reason I Dressed So picture it, we’re in Lisbon with a 5 year old, a 2 year old and a 6 month old. We’ve already done a few cultural attractions and we... Read more
Posted on 30 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE