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A nearly thirty-something Italian-American living in Italy. I write about Italian culture, style, retail experiences, curated travel, and the little details that make life unique.

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Local Lingerings No.4

Summering in Ischia, island souvenirs, and back-to-school season.

I Finally Had a Collared Shirt Custom-Made by a Neapolitan Tailor

And it only cost me €70.

Summer Dressing in Ischia

Breathable staples, €2 market finds, and a few favorite looks from the trip.

3 Very Summer-Specific Things I’m Currently Scouring Vinted For

Funky tabletop, the perfect summer clutch, and a lot of turquoise and coral beads. Plus some Vinted 101 tips for first-time users.

Some of the Best Pieces In My Closet Did Not Come From a Link

Link culture, being told what to want, and returning to my closet during a heatwave.

5 Items Italian Women Actually Pack For 'Euro Summer'

This vacation wardrobe is far less complicated (and far more chic) than the internet would have you believe.

Where to Shop in Naples: The Best Artisanal Shops & Makers in the City

From perfectly tailored collared shirts to leather gloves and Victorian-inspired pillowcases, Naples is the Italian capital of craftsmanship, design, and style.

Local Lingerings No.3

A bit of linen, birthday cake, a €3 Pucci find, and a no frills pizzeria in Rome.

The Only Summer Bags I Want to Carry Are Basket Bags

Vintage wicker bag hunts, simple summer dressing, and the Italian artisans keeping the country’s weaving traditions alive.

So You Want to Do the Flea Markets Like the Italians?

What I found this April at Italian flea markets, plus how to treasure hunt like a local with a few tricks for navigating Italy’s market culture.

An April Escape to Capri

Laying low on one of Italy’s most luxurious islands

No, They Are Not Just Another Pair of Shoes

A Friday at my favorite shoe shop in Rome, buying into history and archives instead of viral TikTok travel must-dos, and the stories hidden in what we wear.

Open Drawers No. 1: In Convo with Paris, Founder of Adenah

On building her fragrance brand, navigating loss, and finding new strides between Rome and London.

Local Lingerings No.2

Seasonal dressing, second-hand snags, and a few spring fever places around Rome.

My Rome Shopping Route: 6 Stores I Always Come Back To

My personal shopping route for my guests, rooted in local artisanal tradition and Roman character. Plus a few feel-good stops along the way.

Beyond La Dolce Vita: What Naples Teaches Us About Living Anyway

From devastation to renaissance: how Naples’ streets, beats, and a football legend shaped hope.

An Ode to Capri’s Leather Sandals: The Essence of Mediterranean Style

The favorite summer staple of Diana Vreeland and Jackie Kennedy, with roots dating back to Roman times. Plus where to shop the iconic Capri sandals on the island and beyond.

Local Lingerings No. 1

My feel-good spots in Rome for eating, drinking, and shopping during a creative funk.

4 Italian Heritage Brands That Are Better Second-Hand

Beyond the repeated offenders: something silky, something patterned, something vintage (actually, though), and something leather.

The Naples Guide Even the Neapolitans Would Follow

Eating, caffeinating, and swimming the Neapolitan way.