Tag: Italy

  • #Milano Never Stops

    Italy is reeling from the Coronavirus outbreak. As fate would have it, I was in the country at the time. The Lombardy capital, Milan, went under lockdown. Suddenly a feeling of panic overcame Fashion Week. A deep sense of unease rippled through out the metropolis. All went silent. Milanese stayed indoors. The bustle stopped.   […]

  • Work and Play

    Work and Play

    A working holiday in Italy alongside Lake Garda, The largest lake in Italy,  located at the foot hills of the Alps, at a luxury resort spa. Not a bad proposal. I jumped at the chance. Why not?  I did not know much about the region.  A chance to visit.  The lakeside village of Bordolino dates […]

  • Food! Glorious Food!

    Food! Glorious Food!

    ITALY  What is a holiday in Italy or France without food? Resisting was futile. Good food should be enjoyed! The diet got tossed out the window. Give in to temptation if it tastes good. I guessed I sinned a lot. How many Hail Marys will I have to say is a guess. While traveling around […]

  • Garda Dreams

    Garda Dreams

    Staying on Lake Garda with all of its romantic charms offers much to travellers. Walking along the shore, watching the joggers at sunset, made for a perfect setting. It is easy to fall under the charm of this Italian destination.  A place to unwind in slow mode. 

  • Here We Come Gorgeous

    Excitement is in the air.  Or should we say on a lake. The next Black and Paper fashion production will take place in Northern Italy, at Lake Garda. Preparing the details, the team cannot help but feel excited.   A location of spectacular scenery that inspires  our imagination.   The collaboration born from a discussion […]

  • Florence in 3 Words

    One word cannot describe Florence. We decided to use 3. Who could not fall in love with an intimate city offering gorgeous landscapes every part of the day, an early morning walk after breakfast, a hike up the hill in the afternoon, a stroll after a late cocktail.

  • The Master Shoemaker

    The Master Shoemaker

    During my time in Florence for Pitti Uomo. I had a tour of the Ferragamo Museum. For the complete story, check back tomorrow.

  • Milan Fashion Week

    Milan Fashion Week

    Black and Paper coverage in Milan.  Quick images and write ups from Milan Fashion Week.  Stay tuned for more coverage. Casadei-Mr. Casadi was tamed this season in a way but I liked the thigh high boots.   Ultrachic theme this season was Back to School with humor. Celebrating it’s 90th anniversary, Furla stayed with strength […]

  • Pitti Uomo Images

    Pitti Uomo Images

    More Images from Pitti January 2017   Images by Canon Camera G9x

  • Getting the Chic Back

    Getting the Chic Back

    Part 1 of the Black and Paper Feature The Glamorous spirit of Italy is being recaptured by Alitalia.   The flagship carriers renaissance begins with  the style and chic looks of new crew uniforms. Why the new uniforms after so many years? Renovating a company must include the renewal of its image. And what is more […]