Buongiorno a tutti! Erica Firpo’s Ciao Bella has published my interview with JJ Martin. Yes, it’s true I rave about her and her brand often but I know first hand how difficult it is to be an entrepreneur in Italy. What JJ has created is incredible. It was truly a pleasure to sit down with … Continue reading My Ciao Bella interview with JJ Martin, founder of La Double J
Ciao from a rainy morning in Rome. I know I said I was going to write on this here blog more often but work this year has been very hectic. Perhaps things will slow down during Spring ’22! I’m not complaining as these are good problems to have, especially during these strange pandemic times. I … Continue reading Villa Necchi, A Must See/Do in Milan
You may have heard that there’s a royal wedding this weekend in the U.K. I’m very curious about Meghan’s wedding dress. Her style is classic. She wears the clothes, not the other way around. Meghan’s not jumping on every random trend and clearly knows what works for her figure. The only look I didn’t love … Continue reading The Design Files – Royal Wedding Dresses
Last summer I was interviewed by the lovely Tamu McPherson owner/creator of All The Pretty Birds. Those who follow fashion know what a big deal Ms. McPherson is in the industry. She’s a smart, dynamic, woman with a strong style POV. Tamu is also kind, down to earth, and hilarious. When she said she wanted … Continue reading My Tamu’s Cafe Interview
I’m still getting to know my neighborhood. One Sunday morning, I jogged past an interesting store window and made a mental note to check it out. Oh man, this place is going to be an issue. E’ Stile is a concept bookstore focusing on art, fashion, and interior design/architecture. They have a GREAT book selection. … Continue reading Io Adoro – E’ Stile Bookstore
Finally, my jet lag is over. It was much worse in Los Angeles and ended shortly before my return flight to Rome. How wonderful! The LCDQ Legends interior designer conference is one of the most popular events in the industry. I’ve heard designers call it the Coachaella or the Oscars of interior design. There were … Continue reading I Went Back to Cali – La Cienega Design Quarter – Legends 2015
I was feeling the ’70s vibe during New York Fashion Week. I’m curious to what London, Paris, and Milan will bring to the runway. While there were some truly horrific get-ups in the ’70s, it’s one of my favorite fashion decades. Some of the silhouettes were so chic, sexy, and timeless. A few years ago … Continue reading Weekend Inspiration – Frame Denim – NYFW f/w 2015
Borghetto Flaminio is not as well known as the famous Porto Portese market. The latter has more furniture but Flaminio is the market to check out for authentic vintage/used designer clothes and interesting tableware. As with any flea market there could be some fakes, but this market has a good reputation. Many of the vendors … Continue reading Life in Rome – The Flaminio Flea Market
Recently AWAR (The American Women’s Association of Rome) had the privilege of taking a small (only twenty members) private tour of Bulgari’s Heritage Collection. I RSVPed the minute I read the invitation. I haven’t been inside the store since the Peter Marino renovation. One morning, when I was jogging up Via Condotti on my way … Continue reading Life in Rome – A Tour of Bulgari’s Heritage Collection
Design blogs blew up this week when the news hit that Patone’s color for 2015 was Marsala. I enjoy cooking with Marsala wine. I really do but I must agree with majority and say, “what is this madness?!” This color reminds me of Dusty Rose from the ’80s. Not a good look. Could someone please … Continue reading Pantone’s Color For 2015 – Marsala
Arlene Gibbs Décor 