Reasonstodress
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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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Castelo De São Jorge, Lisbon + Cultural Travel with Young Kids
I tried. I really did. I tried to condense our entire week in Lisbon to a simple 5 point post with a title like “things to do in Lisbon” and 4 photographs, but... Read more
Posted on 27 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Lisbon, Portugal – First Impressions
You may have heard that I was in Lisbon for a week visiting my sister. She still lives in Canada with her family, and 6 months ago gave birth to my beautiful... Read more
Posted on 24 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Do Italians Inherit Their “Good Taste”? – Real Mom Street Style
If you happen to read yesterday’s post then you know about my envy/obsession with put together women. Specifically, the put together women I often see at the... Read more
Posted on 21 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
She’s So Put Together – BLQ
I’ve always envied those women at the Airport who look so put together before a flight. Makeup, coiffed hair, nice accessories and all of the details that say “... Read more
Posted on 21 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Il Mercato
This blog is a work in progress, but if you’ve been following along you know that I work in fashion for my husband’s family business and they are exotic... Read more
Posted on 18 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Is This Too Old to “blog”? – The Kimono
I have a confession to make. I wore this outfit THREE WEEKS AGO. three. weeks. ago. In blogger-land, that is like saying I wore this outfit in the 1970s and I’v... Read more
Posted on 11 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
I’m Going to See Her Face – an Expat Dilemma
On days like today I really hope that my husband isn’t reading my blog! The house is a DISASTER, I have to finish packing…no wait, I have to START packing. Read more
Posted on 09 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Street Style + Shoe Trends for SS2015
Real Mom Street Style – Dr. Marten’s Before I went away on vacation in Romagna with my son I really didn’t feel like grocery shopping and cooking!! Read more
Posted on 08 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Missoni Inspired in the Riviera
A few months ago when went to Mantua for an evening walk, I noticed this Missoni bag in a fancy shop window. I fell in love INSTANTLY. I wanted this bag. Read more
Posted on 04 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Beach Going Like an Italian
I over packed for my trip to the Riviera Romagnola. I didn’t mean to, but there is really no way that I needed three hats, 5 different bikinis and something lik... Read more
Posted on 02 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Gluten Free in Italy?? Is This Even Possible?
I’m not going to complain. First of all it’s not me and my diet that is being influenced but my 2 year old’s…..which actually makes it so much worse! Read more
Posted on 01 July 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Dressing for an Evening out in Cattolica’s Port – Postcards from Romagna
I think you’ve heard by now I’m on vacation with my son in Cattolica. I wrote about why we’re on vacation alone here, and what a day in the life of the Riviera... Read more
Posted on 25 June 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
A Day in the Life – Postcards from Romagna
As you know I’m on vacation, hence my slightly burned shoulders! Even though I’m here for the rest of the week alone with my 2 year old, I still really want to... Read more
Posted on 23 June 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
The Riviera Romangola – The June Ritual of Beach Going in Emilia Romagna
Today is Friday and I am going to the BEACH!!! August 2013 The Riviera Romagnola refers to the long strip of sandy beach along the Adriatic Sea Coast. Read more
Posted on 20 June 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
What I Wore to Ferrara Ox-blood and Fucsia!
The Reason I Dressed We had planned to go to Ferrara last weekend, the beautiful and historic city that has its Centre protected by UNESCO as a World Heritage... Read more
Posted on 18 June 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
My Recipe for La Parmigiana Di Melanzane (eggplant Parmesan)
I cook. Not all the time, BUT most of the time. It wasn’t always this way, but at some point, shortly after moving in with my then Italian boyfriend, it... Read more
Posted on 16 June 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
A Pram Fit for a King! – a Classic Vintage Inspired Stroller
I’ve had vintage on my mind all week! Maybe it is because I’m preparing to go to the Adriatic seaside, and that is usually where i find most of my favourite... Read more
Posted on 14 June 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
How to Find an Antiques Market in Italy
Italy is famous for it’s antiques and vintage markets, and if you can figure out when they are happening, it is a wonderful way to spend the day. Read more
Posted on 13 June 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
The Vintage Revolution
The Reason I Dressed Last week we strolled to the Piazza and we happen to come across the Antiques Market that was happening! I remember, going to the Antiques... Read more
Posted on 11 June 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
This is 40? Why I Think Italians Stay Young
It is getting HOT here, and by hot I mean, I am literally melting out of my own skin. Two weeks ago, however, the weather was perfect. A slight breeze, an... Read more
Posted on 09 June 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE