pretty in pink

Once in a while, walking around Rome, I am reminded of the subtle beauty of this city. After a rainy day, when the sky clears up and the clouds go away leaving mixed colors above us. The sky turns into a canvas of pinks, blues, whites framed by the lovely building of the historic center.

That's when I fall in love with Rome again.

In one of those days, on via del Babuino, I stumbled upon this very elegant man. Very much aware of his looks and style, he almost seemed to pose for me- the normally sneaky photographer. I like his loafers..very possibly Tod's and the pink trousers + shirt..almost pj like. The black blazer and the shopper from Caffe' Greco complete the look.

Good Fashion in Rome

On my way to the Gran Caffe' Caffettiera in Piazza di Pietra, I stopped to enjoy the view of the city on its first spring day.
This couple waiting outside the beautiful church of S. Ignazio di Loyola. This piazza is one of my favorite in Rome, it really gives the sense of the theatricality of baroque architecture. Everything is a theater, and we are all on stage.


The couple was at the center of my stage...and thankfully they were well dressed! A Chanel bag, Repetto flats, Clark's desert boot and a stylish stroller for the baby go a long way!

Bad Fashion in Ostia ..but at least it's colorful

Today I spent the day in the lovely Ostia Antica. These two ladies were sporting crochet orange hats that apart from being ugly, were joyful and colorful. 

Back from Pakistan

It is difficult to adjust to what look like dull colors and smells. I had a wonderful time, I felt at home in a country that is miles and miles away from mine. The hospitality I found cannot be described, as it is something that can only be experienced.

The variety of colors, food, fabrics, music, decoration filled my eyes every day.. Here is a selection of pictures (very limited) from my two weeks in Isloo and Karachi.
Getting ready to go


two men and two women


The beautiful decorations


Delicious food


Helping hands

all well in pakistan

just a quick note to all my frieds who emailed me/ facebooked/ commented.. Thank you so much for all your concern and sorry I have benn so out of touch. No easy internet access in Bani Gala (Isloo). I am finally at an internet cafe and I thought I'd drop a line.

All is going beautifully and I am having a fantastic time. Expect lots of pictures when I come back:-)

ciao

Petu

Ciao...for now!

Heading to the airport. Don't know how much internet access I will have while in Pakistan, but I just got a brand new camera and will be taking some (I hope) good pictures.

Will miss you all! See you in two weeks