Love in Barcelona

It's true, I'm in love with this city...it's so unique, I can't quite compare it to any other that I've seen. A few of my favorite things: the narrow streets where you can always discover something special, the art that is seemingly everywhere, the La Boqueria market, amazing vintage shops, the ocean, and of course, the variety of simple yet incredibly flavorful tapas.

More photos are on the way...my camera is nearly full!

È vero, mi sono innamorata di questa città...è così unica, non riesco a paragonarla a nessun'altra che ho visto. Alcune delle mie cose preferite: i vicoli dov'è sempre possibile scoprire qualcosa di speciale, l'arte che apparentemente è dappertutto, il mercato "La Boqueria", stupendi negozi vintage, il mare e, naturalmente, le varietà di tapas, semplici, ma incredibilmente saporite.

Altre foto sono in arrivo...la mia macchina fotografica è quasi piena!

Besos,

Whitney

Havianas x Missoni

http://trendforum.wordpress.com/2011/03/21/collaborations-havaianas-for-missoni/

In my opinion, this collaboration is simply amazing.

Tomorrow I'm off to Barcelona (my first time there). I'm looking forward to perfect weather, beautiful architecture, Park Güell, and of course...paella!

Secondo me, questa collaborazione è semplicemente fantastica.

Domani vado a Barcellona (è la mia prima volta). Non vedo l'ora del bel tempo, della stupenda architettura, di vedere il Parco Güell e naturalmente di mangiare la paella!

xx

Edun Men's Fashion Week Event

Last Tuesday I attended a men's fashion week event hosted by Edun and Dazed & Confused Magazine here in Milan. The venue was amazing: an alternative industrial space with video installation projections, models looking casually sharp and an open bar with delicious aperitif. The nonchalant vibe reflected the concept of the collection, with denim serving as a dominant fabric along with velvety blazers and checked prints. Thanks to the lovely Kara, Edun's Director of Sales, I had the opportunity to meet the brand's founder Ali Hewson, who was both beautiful and down to earth. Lastly, the talented British band "The Heartbreaks" performed the perfect music to accompany the overall theme of the night.

Martedì scorso ho partecipato ad un evento della settimana della moda maschile ospitato da Edun e Dazed & Confused Magazine qui a Milano. La location era sorprendente: uno spazio industriale alternativo con proiezioni di video-installazioni, modelli con un look casualmente acuto e un open bar con aperitivo. L'atmosfera disinvolta rifletteva il concetto della collezione, col denim che fungeva da tessuto dominante insieme ai blazer di velluto a stampa scacchi. Grazie alla bella Kara, Direttore Vendite di Edun ho avuto l'occasione di incontrare il fondatore del marchio Ali Hewson, che era allo stesso tempo bella e con i piedi per terra. Infine, la band di talento britannico "The Heartbreaks" ha accompagnato la serata con la musica perfettamente adatta al tema dell’evento.

Alla prossima!

xx

Whitney

Ancora a Milano

Hello!

I'm back in Milano after a trip home to New York for the holidays. Despite the horrendous blizzards and tremendous amounts of snow, it was a lovely visit! I spent my time with family, reconnecting with old friends, and of course strolling down Fifth Avenue and my favorite streets in SoHo.

The trip back was fine, though I was a bit nervous as I had a very tight connection in Zurich, but I made it safely, with the pleasure of having incredible views of the Alps between Switzerland and Milan.

The weather isn't much better here in Milan (seeing the sun shine is a rare occasion these days), but it didn't stop me from making visits to a few my favorite cafés around the city, which I'll recommend to you:

- Caffè Cucchi (traditional Italian pasticceria with amazing dolci) : Corso Genova, 1 20123

- That's Bakery (American style bakery and café with an Italian twist) : Via Vigevano, 41 20144

- Cioccolati Italiani (creative Italian desserts and coffee customized for the chocolate lover) : Via Edmondo De Amicis, 25 20123

- Pasticceria Sissi (a Sunday morning favorite with exquisite pastries and a relaxed atmosphere) : Piazza Risorgimento, 6 20129

- Princi (a popular panetteria with incredible baked breads and focaccia) : Piazza 25 Aprile, 5 20154 (Garibaldi); Largo La Foppa, 2 20121 (Moscova); Via Speronari, 6 20123 (Duomo)

Hope you'll enjoy!

xx

Whitney

Natale a Milano

Zero Due - Corso di Porta Ticinese; Via Cesare Correnti; Biffi - Corso Genvoa; Anna Ravazzoli - Corso Genova; Biffi - Corso Genvoa; Corso Vittorio Emanuele

Just a small taste of Christmas time in Milan - the decorations and lights are always impressive to me, particularly the lit trams that pass!

I'll head back to New York tomorrow (for a couple of weeks) and will be sad to leave, but glad that I was able to enjoy this time here after graduation for a few days, and say goodbyes to friends that have parted Milan for good...

Tanti baci e auguri!

xx

Whitney

Meet Me in Madrid

After an incredible five days in the magical city of Madrid, I'm back in Milan (without paella, Mercado San Miguel, and the prices at Zara)!  I especially loved the Mario Testino exhibit at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, and of course the Museo del Traje (Milan has nothing to compare to this)!  I loved the city, and will definitely be visiting again (along with Barcelona)!

These days also mark the end of MAFED, my Master's program at Bocconi - more bitter than sweet - as I really can't bear the thought of not seeing the people that I've spent nearly everyday with during the past year!  However I certainly plan to make the most of next week's celebrations...

Besos,

Whitney

Via Della Spiga

Even the name itself is quintessentially posh: Via Della Spiga, certainly a favorite of mine in Milan.  On Sunday a couple of friends and I visited D&G's new multi-brand store for emerging designers, Spiga2.  As my photos reflect, it was quite typically D&G: the decor, the atmosphere, even the lighting.  I think it's an ideal setting for showcasing the collections of new designers, and I loved the café upstairs!

I was also able to capture a trend that I'm especially fond of at the moment: high socks showing above tall boots.  With a classic trench and Gucci bag paired perfectly with this look, I found this woman to be particularly chic.

Baci e a presto!

Whitney