when in rome

Skirt- Boutique in Rome; Vest & Scarf- Thrifted; Blouse- Smart Set (Swapped); Boots- Sirens; Tights- Lilac Lingerie; Ring- H&M; Belt- Forever 21

 

We all hold on to at least one piece of clothing that tells a story.  As I was cleaning out my closet the other day, I stumbled upon this black embroidered skirt which I'd completely forgotten about.  I bought this skirt in February 2007 (almost 5 years ago- how time flies!) during my university reading week trip to Rome with my Mum.  It was an unforgettable vacation- we shopped, ate pasta, took in the culture, got lost in the suburbs and were mistaken for sisters by the charming Italian men! I can honestly say that Italy is my favourite country to visit (having explored Florence, Venice, Pisa, Verona and Rome). There's just something about the history, fashion & lifestyle (not to mention the impeccably dressed men!) that suits me just perfectly.  

(Let's just say that Elizabeth Gilbert wasn't exaggerating when she wrote Eat, Pray, Love!)

 

{You can't visit Italy without doing a bit of shopping- even if you can't afford to get past the windows- or in this case giant purse!}

{The Spanish Steps were crawling with tourists...}

{...but we managed to squeeze our way up for a photo op and a bit of exercise to work off all the Italian pasta we'd been devouring!}

{I dragged my Mum to see the Colliseum- rain wasn't dampening my adventurous spirit!}

{In San Pietro square with Prada bag-street version.  Hmm now where did that bag go to?}

{My love of cats isn't confined to Canada, I'm an international crazy cat lady!}

Ciao bella!