The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is famous for investment banking and its high concentration of castles, but did you know that it also has a burgeoning fashion scene that is attracting young designers from around Europe? On November 26, the second edition of Fashion Days – Luxembourg Grand Duchy set the stage for 17 designers to present…
“To go back to tradition, is the first step forward” – African proverb Stumbling upon unique cultural events such as the Malta International Runway Show, is one of the highlights of travel — especially when visiting a new destination. I randomly booked a long weekend trip to Malta, a Mediterranean island located off of the…
The Valentino Foundation presents Verdi’s La Traviata at Teatro dell’Opera di Roma through June 30. It was a work night, and our busy season too, but I have the best co-workers who had a too tempting to resist extra ticket. This latest production of a classic opera is getting a lot of buzz for the fashion powerhouse’s…
May is glorious in Rome and the perfect time to checkout some inspiration fashion design. In addition to the pleasant weather, there are countless special events to to take advantage of throughout the month. The first weekend of the month, cultural and historic buildings throughout the city, including many Embassies and private homes, are open…
West Africa has always fascinated me for its mix of African hospitality, palm trees, tropical fruit, beaches, and Francophone influences. A work conference brought me to the Ivory Coast, but the little I was able to see of the capital during down time far exceeded my expectations. As a bonus it was a non-judgmental…
Not surprisingly the Imperial Forum Museum at Trajan’s market is one of my favorite museums in Rome. It is described as an “ancient shopping mall” after all and the Jersey girl in me just can’t resist that. Trajan’s market makes a great stop between touring the Imperial Forum (near Piazza Venezia) and heading to…