You know how the most enduring expressions often carry a deeper truth? In Italy, one of the most well-known sayings is “Sei nato con la camicia”—literally, “you were born with the shirt.” It’s used to describe someone who is particularly lucky. And yet, there’s something about that expression that feels especially relevant when we talk … Read more
There’s a question I’ve been asked more than once over the years, but recently it came up again in the most natural way — over a simple family conversation. A few days ago, my cousin’s wife, who is Ukrainian, looked at me and asked:“How do you Italian — and French — women always manage to … Read more
…That “I have nothing to wear” sounds familiar? 🙄 Opening your wardrobe and feeling like “I have nothing to wear” is never a pleasant experience — especially when your wardrobe is actually so full that, if you bought another jumper, you wouldn’t even know where to put it. But there’s another feeling that often goes … Read more
Why the Suede Jacket Is Still a Wardrobe Essential in 2025 Why Suede, Why Now Writing on this space, my blog, is a kind of therapy for me. Before it’s a blog for others, it’s first a space for myself, where I can express thoughts and feelings without filters. Honesty first. And with that honesty … Read more
My Mum’s Linen Picks: Amazon Treasures You’ll Wear for Years Among the many pros (and the occasional cons) of having a professional tailor as a mother, there’s one side effect I know well: my phone pings daily with dozens of WhatsApp and Pinterest messages featuring every fabric and sewing pattern you can imagine. Summer, of … Read more
☀️ City Heatwave Survival Guide (in Style) Sunny skies, blazing heat, and… a nine o’clock meeting in a windowless office. Smashing, isn’t it? Now, if you were lounging by a beach in Positano with an Aperol Spritz in hand, this weather would be a dream. But alas, you’re still in town—facing the heatwave like a … Read more
If I Had to Start from Scratch: My Italian Capsule Wardrobe for Spring After a little spritz of spring last week (I still don’t know how it happened!), we’ve fallen back into the winter gorge… And what better way to fight such gloomy grey days than dreaming of curating my perfect spring capsule wardrobe? (Because, … Read more
Ah, spring—the season where you leave the house in a sweater and return wishing you had worn a T-shirt instead. It’s that magical (and mildly frustrating) time of year when the weather can’t quite make up its mind, bouncing between chilly mornings and sun-soaked afternoons. 🤪 So, how do you dress for a season that … Read more
In the image above: Giorgio Armani (left) and Christian Dior (right). From last season’s ready-to-wear collections (A/W 2024/25). A Tale of Two Iconic Styles In today’s Europe, different nations boast unique lifestyles shaped by geographical location, culture, and traditions. Among these, no one can resist the allure of two countries that have long defined elegance … Read more
Some of the links on this site may be affiliate links, which means that I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through those links, at no extra cost to you. Winter Fashion Trends: What’s Evolving and Worth Investing In As the chill of winter sets in, it’s not just our wardrobes … Read more
