Window Shopping In Via Tornabuoni

Florence in September is just so busy and bustling with activity. It’s the month when most schools and various educational institutes open their doors to a new crop of international students. Last night, after a delicious supper at Obicà in Via Tornabuoni, I treated myself to some serious window shopping. The streets were magically empty […]

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Buongiorno Firenze

Thunderstorms were forecast for Florence this week but although huge grey clouds loomed  overhead, the sun continued to shine. So, my first stop this morning was Gilli’s cafe on Piazza della Republica. After class, I just had to window shop and then enjoyed a late lunch  with friends in the Oltrarno area. Outfits from top […]

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Farewell Florence – Hello fun, fashion shoots,’festas’, finials and a fabulous Mediterranean summer

I couldn’t believe just how hot central Florence becomes in June. So, after enjoying my weekends in the much cooler countryside in Chianti, I was ready to head off for my holidays. A couple of professional fashion shoots, sailing, swimming, spas, sightseeing with friends and wonderful food, feasts and FUN. Outfits – 1st from top […]

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Rain rain go away…

It hasn’t stopped raining in Florence this week but here are some photos of me enjoying blue blue seas, bright sun and sailing last weekend! Outfits : 1st – Dress : Armani Jeans, Pendant : Max Mara, Sunglasses : RayBan. 2nd – Shirt : Tommy Hilfiger, Jeans – Diesel, Shoes – Nero Giardini, Bag – […]

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go GOZO go

Italy has a national holiday on the 2nd June so I grabbed the opportunity to jet off for some sun. Gozo is a tiny island in the Mediterranean sea, it boasts pre – historic temples dating to 6000 BC, beautiful sea and sun kissed limestone houses. Just the place to relax before returning to Florence […]

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