ciao sunday

Just sharing a few of my favorite ciao

goodies that I’ve seen around the web…

Running errands has never been this fun…

now that I have my new pink and cheery

Ciao Bella espadrilles to kick around in!

Made by one of my faves, Soludos,

they’re so comfy!

I now own several different pairs of their espadrilles,

which have now replaced wearing other plain flats altogether!

These are sold out in several stores,

but they’re still available here.

And speaking of ciao,

which is what this whole post is about, lol

I love that Gray Malin has a Ciao Print!

You may recognize gray malin’s breathtaking photography from seeing his work in magazines,

in amazing coastal homes and on so many blogs.

Here’s another one of favorite Gray Malins… 

This print is cute too! Found here.

Pottery Barn Kids has these adorable wooden

Ciao signs in lots of fun colors… 

found here.

 I have this fun Kate Spade "Ciao Bella" pillow on order,

as we speak… so pretty!!

found here and here.

Sporty…

found here.

A wild idea for your iPhone…

found here.

Coming and going through the front door… 

yaaasss! 

So perfect, since ciao means hello and goodbye!

found here.

ciao! fabiana

One of my favorite coffee table books…

fall fashion faves

I’m so happy it’s Saturday! This week was a little quirky, due to Halloween in the middle of the week and then there was no school on Wednesday. It’s almost like Thursday was Monday all over again!

With the holidays quickly approaching, I’ve been inspired by a few recent fashion finds that will work beautifully for me through the end of the year.

First off are these darling “Arabesque” earrings from Stella & Dot. Not only are they a classic style, but they’re a great size, not too big. I chose mine in rose gold, but they also come in silver and gold. These can be easily dressed up or dressed down. I’ve been wearing mine all week, and have  already gotten several compliments J.    

Red is the most festive color and really can make you stand out from the crowd, and now is the best time to add a bit of red to my wardrobe. I don’t think I have enough red in my repertoire, so with my new Pippa Cold Shoulder Top, also by Stella & Dot, I’m ready for any of those December holiday gatherings that are already penciled in to my calendar. 

Who doesn’t love a classic Levi jean? These are especially cute with the addition of embroidered red roses, and the best part about these, they’re high-waisted, woohoo! Available at Anthropologie.

Although I live in Southern California, and don’t often need winter coats, I love this casual look by Gal Meets Glam. It’s simple, traditional and youthful, and that’s what makes it work!

With the addition of a fabulous wool coat like this, I'd be all set to book a weekend up north!

Warning… splurge moment! Yes, I just hit the “add to cart” button on these same Gucci Marmont Pumps in Blush Suede. Doran of Haute Beauty Guide (above) has styled the Marmont perfectly with cuffed jeans and pink accessories. It's my first time saying YES to Gucci! Can't wait...

This little group of fashion choices is all quite casual, but each one can be easily redirected for a more formal look. What are your favorite fashion items for the holidays? I’d love to hear all about it!  xoxox  

ciao! fabiana

photo credit:

1. Stella & Dot

2. Stella & Dot

3. Levi's 721 Jeans at Anthropologie

4. Gal Meets Glam

5. Haute Beauty Guide

november, a new start

Well, Halloween is over

and thank goodness, I didn’t miss it! 

Last night was really fun and low-key. The kids were all with their friends and our youngest had a small group of buddies over to trick or treat. I made this favorite tomato soup, and it was a hit!

We even tried something new this year, carving our pumpkins using a drill with a large bit. It was so fast and easy! The result was a group of pretty pumpkins with lacy circular patterns that became simple beacons at the front entry.

I love how the jack o’lanterns start glowing as soon as the sun goes down!

I posted some extra Halloween photos on Instagram stories. Did you happen to see them? If not, check them out here.  

The gray and white pumpkins were especially gorgeous with their vibrant orange interiors. I still have a few of these left that are uncarved and will still look great through Thanksgiving.

It’s amazing how they can last from September through November and still be fresh. They’re so perfect for creating different seasonal vignettes.

And now that's the weather's cooled off a bit, I'm trading in my flip flops for funky little flats, that are so comfy!

I'm so love with my new Tory Burch "Minnie" Ballet flats. They're the perfect pinky-beige neutral color, and the leather is like butter! The hot pink colored flats are by Sam Edelman.

One last pic from the neighborhood yesterday… Isn’t this cobalt blue door amazing? And the orange pumpkins and planter really pop too!

With October come and gone, let's celebrate the first day of November! I always get excited at the beginning of the month, because I feel like I hit “refresh” and can start with a clean slate. 

It's a great time to reflect and be thankful for the blessings in our lives. With the end of the year quickly approaching, I'm looking forward to some much-needed family time. I really love cooking for my friends and family, so for me, it's a great time to start baking again. 

I'm definitely making these Easy Apple Tarts again very soon. We have a very prolific apple tree in the yard that produces bushels of fruit in July, and I've got a few bags of sliced apples in the freezer that'll be perfect for this recipe. They're so good that my family devours them in a day or less!  

Thanksgiving is one of my all-time favorite holidays and creating new and unique tablescapes really makes my heart flutter! 

One of my favorite ways to start creating that November vibe is by clipping a few vibrant branches of liquidamber and just popping them into a large cylindrical vase. Where do you find your inspiration?

ciao! fabiana

kyle's new closet / dressing room

This week on the finale of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, we got a peek into Kyle’s new closet! 

Wow! She actually refers it to as a “dressing room”, only because she feels a little guilty about taking up one whole bedroom in her home and converting it into a closet, and that’s why there’s a pull-out sofa in there. 

That way it still could be considered a bedroom, right?  Lucky guests, right?  

Here are a few shots from Kyle's instagram.

I do love the mirrored vanity centered in the window, 

and of course the corner handbag display.

 The mirrored closet doors make the room look twice as 

big and add to the whole glamorous vibe of the room!

This is what the room looked like before! 

I guess her old closet, pictured above, 
was getting a little cramped!

Meanwhile, Andy asked Kyle if she consulted 

Lisa about her closet makeover.... ummm..,

No... oh yes, she did.  But Faye Resnick designed if for her.

 And here's Lisa's massive closet!

 Stay tuned...

next week I discuss the whole kaftan look

that has taken over Bravo this season.

photos via People & Bravo

ciao! fabiana

fun ballet flats

Kind of a fun take on the usually plain ballet-flats.

For tall girls like me, flats are essential!

What do you think?  Would you wear any of these?

I like the ones pictured at the top best.

via InStyle

ciao! fabiana

beachy summer outfit

Flirty feminine beachwear via InStyle magazine
and I love that they pair "Sense and Sensibility" with this look! 
Perfect for the weekend!

ciao! fabiana

espadrilles for summer

Espadrilles are the perfect

summer staple for your wardrobe.  

Whether they're flats, wedges or platforms,

their distinctive ropey heels

always say "summer"!

ciao! fabiana

photo credit: who what wear