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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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5 Items to Survive the Italian Autumn
Let me begin this post by saying that my camera broke and still needs at least two weeks before it's repaired and all of the photos in this post have been... Read more
Posted on 20 October 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
The Superhero Inside
Warner Bros contacted me about a collaboration for this post. Warner Bros owns DC Comics, the American creator of all time favorite superheroes like Batman,... Read more
Posted on 19 October 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Together at the Tenuta Nunzi Conti
My parents visit Italy every year, but refuse to stay in our house with us when they come to Modena. They are really into having their own space and not invadin... Read more
Posted on 12 October 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
This Outfit Deserves Chianti.
Every year at the end of September and beginning of October something incredible happens in all of Italy - La Vendemmia, the grape harvest for wine and "aceto... Read more
Posted on 06 October 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
The Forever Foreigner – I Will Never Be a Local.
Without getting into too much detail let's just say Once Upon a Time I was with a man for quite sometime who was not born in Canada. He moved to Canada as a... Read more
Posted on 01 October 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Inheriting Some Good 80s Denim
Last weekend in Modena there was the FestivalFilosofia, 3 days dedicated to philosophy, which I've blogged about before here! This is a yearly event that has... Read more
Posted on 29 September 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Postcards from San Gimignano
San Gimignano is a sight you can't ignore. Named after Modena's patron Saint, San Geminianus, who in 450 AD spared the city from followers of Attila the Hun whe... Read more
Posted on 26 September 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
A Lady in Tuscany
When I was daydreaming about going to Tuscany way back in June, I pictured this perfect moment, in fact I created a board on Pinterest called "A Lady in Tuscany... Read more
Posted on 22 September 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Mother Nature’s School – The Italian Path
I was an awful student. Hard to imagine, I know. I still remember that my Kindergarten teacher Mr. Killin (I'm not kidding that is his REAL name...who in their... Read more
Posted on 20 September 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Accessories for the Italian Coast
I just got some great news! I have been invited to attend one of the biggest travel conferences in Europe this upcoming October. The TTG is in the Italian... Read more
Posted on 18 September 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
The Gift of Confidence – Meet DressMavens.com
I contacted Dress Mavens a few months ago because I was searching for a something very particular. I was searching for confidence. Not for myself, but for... Read more
Posted on 15 September 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
My 2015 SHOE HAUL
I've eluded to the fact that I went a little crazy with my Fall and Winter shoe shopping this year. Technically, you could call it a full on SHOE HAUL. I... Read more
Posted on 13 September 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
The Taste of Authenticity – A Food Tour of Levanto
What is the one thing tourists love to do when they visit Italy? Eat. Without any scientific research behind this statement, I can guarantee you that "eating... Read more
Posted on 10 September 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Why Do Italians Dress Their Kids Like Little Adults?
Kids should be kids ....right? I mean, that's a logical expectation of them. They should be able to run around, get dirty, climb trees, play in the sandbox and... Read more
Posted on 08 September 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Between the Sea and the Mountain – Levanto’s “Maremonti” Tunnel
My absolute favorite moment from our trip to Levanto in Italy's famed Cinque Terre National Park was the moment we entered into the train tunnel. I wish I was... Read more
Posted on 04 September 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
My 5 Must Have Items to Avoid Looking Like a Tourist in Italy!
So I was just interviewed by a major Italian cultural blogger Rick Zullo, who hosts the weekly podcast "The Fatal Charm of Italy". We got into talking about man... Read more
Posted on 01 September 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Where to Stay in Levanto – The Hotel Europa
It's not everyday that my expectations are surpassed, so I thought I would take a few moments to thank the Hotel Europa in Levanto for hosting me and my family... Read more
Posted on 31 August 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Planning a Last Minute Trip to Modena? Don’t Miss These 10 Destinations!
Recently, it seems as though the whole world is talking about Modena! Home to Massimo Bottura and his famous Osteria Francescana the city is continually being... Read more
Posted on 20 August 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Leave a Message at the Sound of the Tone.
The rental apartment where we live in Italy is huge by Italian standards. We have two large bedrooms and even 1.5 bathrooms, plus a small garage (not exactly... Read more
Posted on 18 August 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
Wearing the Dress That *HE* Hates !
We've all been there no? Getting dressed in the morning, you decide on an outfit, pick it out of the closet, iron it, accessorize it, do your hair and make up t... Read more
Posted on 11 August 2015 FASHION, LIFESTYLE