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Fashion Diary of Mrs. Mom: Lanificio Colombo, the Finest Noble Fibres from Italy

Fashion Mrs. Mom Outfit Post March 28, 2025 6 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to another fashion story on the pages of the Mr.M blog! For years, I have been trying to justify your trust and to inspire women in their prime to change the way they look at life and introduce novelty into their everyday life through my vision of fashion. Today I will present to you some new fashion novelties that have arrived in my wardrobe – Lanificio Colombo, George Horn and LANDA.

This unexpected hobby of mine and writing fashion stories became interesting to me because I noticed that people found my stories interesting and inspiring. Honestly, I did not expect that my writing of fashion stories would be such a success, and I am immensely grateful for your wonderful messages, as well as for the selfless support you give me every day.

Today I will introduce you to one of the most famous Italian brands of quiet luxury because this brand is extremely popular in the world due to its distinctive refined elegance and minimalism, characteristics that normally adorn all famous brands that stand out as representatives of quiet luxury.

Lanificio Luigi Colombo is the world’s largest producer of cashmere and fine fibres fabrics. Transforming cashmere, stronger cashmere, jaggery, goat wool, guanaco, vicuña and camel hair into products that express the family’s passion for precious fibres. Interpreting the spirit of our time through the quality culture of Lanificio Colombo products.

There are words that are used day by day so excessively and often without thinking that their true meaning is diluted. Words like luxury and quality are often followed by adjectives that end up giving a completely different meaning. For example, “affordable luxury” is used to elevate products that are simply well-made.

To recover this sense of expression that needs to be handled with care, it is enough to get to know the Colombo family. They represent an ideal of perfection that requires a truly strong will. It is a subtle balance that arises from contrasts – speed/slowness, modernity/tradition, the hallmark of this particular style that transforms the luxury of cashmere, guanaco and vicuña into an experience of personal pleasure, without a hint of ostentatiousness.

These processes could be described as “moral” because Lanificio Colombo adheres to the most ethical principles while respecting both nature and man. Above all, this means preserving the principles of respect and the code of conduct that Mr. Luigi Colombo left as a legacy to future generations. It was 1938 and Luigi was eleven years old when his seriously ill father Roberto gave him a moral will that his grandchildren still follow today. It also happens in a land of Calvinist austerity, where work is a value that affects life and behavior and where people put their heart into their work.

The Lanificio Luigi Colombo brand is named after its founder. A very charismatic artist and researcher, from the very beginning he focused his attention on the niche sector of precious fibers. The 1970s brought a second generation to the company. After laying the foundations of a solid entrepreneurial capacity, the change of generations was a turning point for the company’s success at the international level. Important and constant investments in technology and research and development, in support of a workforce rich in valuable artisanal skills, have been the guidelines for the development of Lanificio Colombo.

The Lanificio Colombo brand is one of the few that always faithfully adheres to ethical codes in order to protect the environment, animals and domestic population, and follows its ecological business growth strategy. With the completion of the “BE GREEN” sustainability project, new important goals have already been achieved. The moral will that Mr. Luigi Colombo, the founder of the company, handed down to his son Roberto is still valid today, respecting the teachings of those who preceded them in order to pass them on to future generations to come.

The entire production takes place in two Italian historical factories, Borgosesia and Ghemme: from the precise selection of fibers to their transformation into yarn, then into fabric and further production into garments. Verticalization of the process is a characteristic of the production chain to ensure the highest quality. For fabric production alone, there are 94 production cycles with 18 intermediate controls. Through this mission, Lanificio Colombo has become a protagonist in the world panorama of precious fiber products. The company is proud to list among its clients the most prestigious names in the international fashion world.

True values, deeply rooted and transmitted, are the foundations of the Lanificio Colombo brand culture. Knowledge that becomes inimitable expertise, a way of life that transcends work and goes back to reveal the Colombo values. Testimony of people who love precious fibers. Their passion, their lifestyle. Values become culture, and culture becomes quality.

Lanificio Luigi Colombo is a world leader in the production of cashmere and precious fiber fabrics. Raw material research, high technology and many years of craft experience are characterized by a philosophy in which values become culture, and culture becomes quality. It’s a simple story about hard work.

What fashion lovers don’t know is that about 250 tons of raw materials are shipped every year directly from Mongolia to the Borgosesia factory, where they are put into production about two years later. It is a long journey that represents the end of constant research carried out directly by the family in order to select the best raw materials. The decision to travel thousands of kilometres to distant, climatically inhospitable places and the relationship with Mongolian communities that is renewed every spring, are an expression of the passion that the Colombo family has for the precious fibre.

All those who work in the textile department and in the luxury goods department at Lanificio Colombo are aware that the knowledge of the transformation of the world’s finest fibers is passed down through the generations. At Lanificio Colombo, every employee is aware that they are handling the best raw materials in the world. It is knowledge that has been passed down through the generations and covers the transformation of raw materials, both in textile and ready-to-wear, into semi-finished and finished products.

The luxury collection is an extension of the textile department. The multitude of proposals that are part of the collection of soft accessories, baby cashmere knitwear and luxurious outerwear are a direct expression of the company’s philosophy. A philosophy that goes beyond fashion and becomes a lifestyle.

It is nature that inspires the creation and refined colours of the Lanificio Colombo collections. The skillful hand of man gives shape to materials. Lightness and elegance are a mirror of natural elements transformed by time, from season to season. Yarns and fabrics created with respect for people, animals and the environment are transformed into clothes with timeless charm.

It all started with the most precious precious fibers. This fashion story is a 50-year long journey driven by passion, research, creativity and investment that has marked the path of an extraordinary adventure of the Colombo lifestyle. Distribution in the most important department stores and in prestigious specialised stores was followed by the opening of mono-branded boutiques of the Lanificio Colombo brand. What Luigi sowed is now ripe and blooming. Younger generations will have to continue on the paths set by the founder and share the same goals with the same passion.

Lanificio Luigi Colombo is one of the few luxury fashion houses that always carefully adheres to all ethical codes in order to protect the environment, animals and natives and follows its ecological business growth strategy. New important goals have already been achieved and new projects are underway. Transforming precious fibers into excellent fabrics, guaranteeing full traceability, as well as offering a green world to future generations.

What does a sustainable Lanificio Colombo world look like? BIO Supply Chain: Protecting Kashmiri Goats, Inner and Outer Mongolia Herding Community and Ensuring Traceability throughout the Production Process, resulting in Eco-Friendly Products. This is the first example of an integrated and certified precious fiber supply chain. BIO CASHMERE® fabrics are made in accordance with the ecological and social criteria defined by the Global Standard for Organic Textiles (GOTS), and those with a natural fiber content of more than 95% are certified organic.

The certificate of conformity guarantees the entire bio process of the product with strict and rigorous evaluation criteria for all stages of production, thus ensuring complete traceability. The control of the entire chain starts with the organic raw material and continues throughout the transformation process. All production flow units must have an adopted environmental protection policy with specific procedures that enable proper management and continuous monitoring of ecosystem protection rules.

In today’s fashion story, I present to you a timeless Coat made of baby camel hair and mohair with a check print. The coat is made of baby camel hair, mohair and wool to give it a more colorful and original look while maintaining refined elegance and an elegant style.

The precious fabric of baby camel hair, mohair and wool is produced directly by Lanificio Colombo. From the search for the best raw material in the country of origin to the production of the finished product, all production processes are monitored and controlled by the Colombo family to ensure and guarantee the highest quality.

If you want to know more about Lanificio Colombo, a prestigious brand of precious fibres and luxury knitwear, and discover what their team has prepared for the new season, visit their official website and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Coat: Lanificio Colombo

Pearl Necklace: Piece from Personal Collection

Earrings: Piece from Personal Collection

Bag: LANDA

Turtleneck: Max Mara via MYTHERESA

Trousers: Max Mara via MYTHERESA

Gloves: George Horn

Shoes: Tod’s via MYTHERESA

The second brand I want to introduce to you today comes from Ireland. It is a brand that has an extraordinary passion for leather and craftsmanship – LANDA. Born in Argentina, a nation known for its cattle ranches and love of red meat, Silvana Landa’s cultural heritage is closely tied to the land and its animals. From an early age, she grew up watching her Italian grandfather work leather in his shoemaker’s workshop, obtained from her uncle’s raw material store. Forced to emigrate to South America after fighting in World War II, he started his shoe business from scratch in Argentina, learning the trade intuitively. Her grandmother was a pantsuit maker and extremely hardworking. They were a pair of independent business people in the simplest way.

The LANDA brand was founded in 2018 by Silvana, following in her grandfather’s footsteps. All LANDA bags and fashion accessories are made with love from the highest quality raw materials and finished to perfection. The design is modern, beautiful and, most importantly, super functional.

The idea that reflects this brand is the memory of the work of Silvana’s blanket and his hands working on the tanned leather, the rich, earthy aromas of the workshop and the sound of the sewing machines. He also did a lot of hand sewing. Sometimes he would let her help with the finishing process; brushing or painting the edges of each shoe. As a working professional and mother of two children, Silvana is constantly on the move; travels, has a very active life. She learned to always juggle several bags at once and started looking for a great solution to meet her daily needs.

She wanted something roomy yet stylish – something like a bulky living bag from the local supermarket! What she discovered was a gap in the market and saw the possibility of a new business opportunity. With fond memories of her grandfather working in his leather workshop, it seemed a natural step to start designing bags that were roomy and practical, but made from beautiful high-quality leather.

My outfit today is adorned with the PANAMA Oversized black bag, a model that has truly become an exciting accessory for the LANDA brand. This large bag in the style of relaxed urban elegance is very cool! It is characterized by a sporty, boxy shape and a large capacity for storing everyday necessities.

The special feature of this bag is that it can be worn in 3 ways and the shape itself changes completely! To be worn as is, or folded in half, or using a small strap, this bag takes on a cool trapeze shape. The Panama bag model is available in black, dark grey and burgundy.

The next brand that I want to present to you today is one of the representatives of luxury Irish leather goods with a long tradition and rich history – George Horn.

George Horn is a third generation glove maker based in Dublin. Founded by George in the 1940s and continued by his son Brian, the company is now run by Brian and his son Gerard. With a passion for quality, authenticity and respect for their craft and artistry, George Horn produce the finest hand-stitched gloves available on the Irish market.

After 77 years of craft, expertise, excitement, many successes and failures, and the hard work of 3 generations of one family, the continuation of George Horn not only sees the survival of the last master glove maker in Ireland, but also heralds a new era of those learning the trade. George Horn is also engaged in the training and education of leather artisans and glove makers to ensure that these age-old skills are preserved in a sustainable and sustainable way.

What is the story of this family brand? During the 1960s, the George Horn Company prospered and gained a reputation for the highest quality gloves. Sales reached across the globe from Japan to the US and included household names such as Harrods and Christian Dior. George Horn gloves have enjoyed a reputation at Bloomingdales, Saks of Fifth Avenue and Roots in New York for the highest standard of materials and quality in the manufacture of gloves from motorcycle gloves to Irish Army service gloves and other models. Mr. George expanded the Ashtown factory and the company’s success seemed boundless.

A little later, in 1972, a fire destroyed the Ashtown premises, destroying much of the old machinery. Unable to obtain spare machines that he felt were up to the appropriate standards, George ceased making gloves. Business continued as the Castleknock Glove Company produced industrial gloves, specialty gloves and small series such as gloves for Irish Army officers, and also began supplying leather to the craft market. George’s son, Brian, became involved in the company in the 1960s, initially selling in Ireland and then around the world, then learning the trade of a master glove maker from his father. To this day, it is Brian who cuts the gloves and oversees the sewing and finishing of all George Horn gloves.

After a fire in 1972, the company moved to Prussia Street, trading as The Castleknock Glove Company, but the collapse of Irish manufacturing and the age of mass importation saw the business close in 2003. A switch to supplying leather and tools began and Brian kept his glove manufacturing on a small scale to order for the next 15 years.

After the UK glove manufacturer closed, Brian secured old machinery, knives and equipment to match that originally lost in the 1972 fire. While some would argue that modern machines can do the job, for Brian it just wasn’t right and finding the right equipment provided the impetus and motivation to begin a two year process of testing, tweaking and refining until 2020, a watershed year and a beautiful moment of rebirth for the George Horn glove brand.

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see a masterpiece of the George Horn brand, women’s hand-stitched long gloves made of leather and lined with pure silk. Experience the ultimate in luxury with these George Horn Women’s Handmade Long Leather Gloves. Elevate your style with the George Horn Four Button Gloves, the perfect sophisticated accessory designed for timeless elegance. These mid-length gloves stretch gracefully, creating an elegant and elongated silhouette that perfectly complements formal and semi-formal attire.

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these gloves feature a row of four stylish buttons, adding a refined touch to their classic design. Made from 100% silk, they feel luxurious against the skin, offering unparalleled comfort and breathability. Perfect for special occasions or when you simply want to add a touch of understated glamour, four-button gloves are a true testament to the art of fine glove craftsmanship. Indulge in the perfect combination of style, comfort and craftsmanship.

If you want to stay up to date and find out what novelties the George Horn luxury brand of gloves has prepared for us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

If it weren’t for my friends from MYTHERESA, a shopping platform that represents a real fashion treasure trove for all men and women fashion lovers, pieces like the Max Mara turtleneck sweater and trousers and these gorgeous Tod’s shoes wouldn’t be in this blog post on the Mr.M blog today. I am very grateful to the MYTHERESA platform for the trust shown and the wonderful cooperation, and I would like to take the opportunity to once again thank the MYTHERESA team from the bottom of my heart for the wonderful cooperation.

This time I decided to complete my outfit with shoes from the Italian brand Tod’s. There is no person who has not resisted wearing these famous Italian fashion houses, regardless of whether it is a person of female or male gender, Tod’s shoes are loved by the whole planet because of their refined elegance and incredible comfort. The shoes from today’s fashion story are an iconic model with a gold-coloured metal logo, while the shoes are made of black patent leather.

I hope you enjoyed my fashion story today. Soon I will show you new outfits that can serve as inspiration for the new fashion season. See you soon at the same place, with some new interesting story. I will try not to take long breaks and I hope you understand the reason for my unexpected absence, but there will be time to catch up and I am sure I will meet your expectations.

Special Note: All my photos from today’s post have been specially edited to meet the expectations of blog friends, as well as the readers themselves while respecting the aesthetics and guidelines of fashion photography. Unfortunately, the face and neck lifting operations did not go well and due to the negligence of the medical team from abroad, I suffered serious aesthetic and health consequences. In agreement with my legal team, I wrote a post with all the details that can be found on the English international site of the Mr.M blog.

Best regards,

Rose

This post is sponsored by Max Mara and Tod’s from the MYTHERESA e-commerce shopping platform, as well as Lanificio Colombo, Landa, George Horn brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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Fashion Diary of Mrs. Mom: Vinicio Pajaro, Synonymous with Boldness and Style…

Fashion Mrs. Mom Outfit Post January 24, 2025 5 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to my first fashion story on the pages of the Mr.M blog in the new year 2025! I sincerely hope that I will justify your trust this year as well and that I will be able to inspire women in their prime to change their perspective on life and introduce novelty into their everyday life through my vision of fashion. At the very beginning of this post, I would like to take the opportunity to congratulate you on the New Year and Christmas holidays. I wish you all the best in 2025, primarily good health, that you are beautiful and cared for, and perhaps most of all what we need in life – a little happiness and that all your wishes come true, the small ones, as well as the slightly bigger ones ! Today I will try my best to present you some new winter fashion novelties that have arrived in my wardrobe – Vinicio Pajaro.

This unexpected hobby of mine and writing fashion stories became interesting to me because I noticed that people found my stories interesting and inspiring. Honestly, I did not expect that my writing of fashion stories would be such a success and I am immensely grateful to you for the wonderful messages, as well as for the selfless support you give me daily.

Fur is a noble material that has always been worn by celebrities, members of royal families, while in Europe this status symbol was worn by great ladies. After the published fashion story about the FURMARK certificate for the sustainability of fur in the fashion industry on the Mr.M blog, Marko and I received numerous questions regarding the selection of the appropriate quality of fur, as well as the selection of a fur coat model. Many ladies were in doubt, since buying a fur coat is a serious investment and therefore it is necessary to carefully choose the right model for yourself. There are furs of different quality on the market, from pieces to whole skins, natural and dyed fur.

Therefore, it is best for everyone to choose the fur that the lady thinks is the best and contact the professionals, who can help you and answer all your doubts. Prices can vary and it is certain that with a higher price, you get better quality, which is of course the desire of all of us. A high quality fur coat is a piece that is eternal, it can be passed on to generations to come.

I love fur and love to wear it when I have the chance. Taking a special place in my wardrobe this season is this lovely short mink fur jacket which has been hand dyed to give it that special two tone effect. I am always happy to give my trust to Italian furriers because of the exceptional quality of workmanship and design. The fur coat that you have the opportunity to see in today’s fashion story is a true masterpiece of the Italian furrier Vinicio Pajaro.

You must be wondering how this Italian fur shop came to be? Mr. Vinicio Pajaro was born in 1952 in Abano Terme, a small town in northern Italy not far from Venice. Ever since childhood, Vinicio has been fascinated by the world of fashion, and began his career at a very young age, hand-tailoring fur garments for several customers. The original talent was immediately admired by the general public and at the age of only 23, he founded SAP Fur: at that time, his creations were already appreciated not only by domestic customers, but also by numerous foreign tourists who stayed in this great spa town.

The company grew rapidly, and Vinicio Pajaro soon established himself as one of the leading Italian fur designers, who was also very famous abroad, especially in Spain, the USA, Japan, China, Poland and Russia. His ateliers in Madrid, Kraków and St. Petersburg are visited by celebrities from the world of politics and numerous stars of show business, while his fashion shows are still seen as impressive fashion events.

Vinicio Pajaro as a brand is not lagging behind with collaborations with numerous fur manufacturers, whose collections this exceptional designer signs. In addition to numerous monobrand stores in Italy and other European countries, Vinicio Pagliaro’s signature clothing can be found in his elegant store in Cortina d’Ampezzo, a tourist spot in the Alps where historically many Italian and foreign VIPs can be found in winter.

What is important to highlight is that all the creations of this amazing fur brand originate from the prestigious 19th-century Art Nouveau villa in Abano Terme, which is still the headquarters of SAP Fur, the place from where its first creations started to travel the world, all strictly hand-made in Italy and sewn on the highest quality leather, with carefully selected experienced masters of this noble craft.

In today’s fashion story, you have the opportunity to see an exceptional creation of Vinicio Pajaro fur atelier from the latest Fall-Winter 2025 collection. It is a short fur coat – a mink jacket with a luxurious hood, which is made from the fur of a female mink in one piece. The technique used to achieve this two-tone effect is hand-painting the fur by the experienced masters of the Vinicio Pajaro Fur Shop. In addition to the incredible quality of the mink, this fur coat is a piece that can last for years due to the excellent hand-crafting of the fur coat by Italian craftsmen.

If you want to know more about the Vinicio Pajaro fur atelier and discover what their team has prepared for the new winter season, visit their official website and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Fur Jacket: Vinicio Pajaro

Necklace: Lična kolekcija

Earrings: Lična kolekcija

Bag: Jimmy Choo

Turtleneck: Luisa Spagnoli

Trousers: Luisa Spagnoli

Gloves: Bottega Veneta

Shoes: Dolce & Gabbana

We continue today’s story with a timeless Italian brand, built by a woman who dedicated her life to creating elegant clothing and leather goods for women. I am convinced that many young women and ladies in their prime have once heard and encountered the pure and incredible elegance and refinement of the Italian fashion house Luisa Spagnoli.

How did this magnificent Italian brand come about? Mrs. Luisa Sargentini Spagnoli, born in 1877, in Perugia, was one of the most famous Italian businesswomen of her time, known for creating the brand of a women’s clothing factory.

Mrs. Spagnoli, together with Giovanni Buitoni, created the small company Perugina based in the historic center of Perugia. Perugina initially started with 15 employees. With the outbreak of the First World War when the men had to go to the front, Mrs. Spagnoli was left to do the work alone with her three children, including two sons, Mario and Aldo, taking care of them alone.

After the war, the Perugino factory grew to more than 100 employees. Not long after, in 1922, a brand of Italian chocolates called Baci (which means “Kisses” in Italian) was created. By 1939, her Baci Perugina brand of chocolate was so successful that it reached other countries, including the US. The famous Italian Baci chocolate conquered the world with its original recipe that has not changed since day one.

After the end of the war, Luisa founded a new enterprise that was engaged in the breeding of poultry and angora rabbits. She came up with the idea of using angora yarn to make knitted boleros and modern clothing items, she put her idea into action in 1928 when she trademarked her idea l’Angora Spagnoli. Her innovation was presented at the Fiera di Milano exhibition, and the company’s activities soon expanded. Unfortunately, since she was diagnosed with throat cancer, Mrs. Spagnoli was unable to witness and enjoy the growth of her company, which began about four years later under the leadership of her son Mario. Mr. Giovanni Buitoni moved her to Paris to receive the best medical care and stayed with her until her death in Paris in 1935 at the age of 58.

After her death, son Mario shifted her company from fine crafts to a more industrialized focus in 1937. He is credited with the invention of the comb for collecting wool and the clamp for tattooing angora rabbits, which were patented in 1942. Later, in 1947, Mario built the Citta dell’angora (which translates to the city of Angora) factory, located in the center of the growing community. In the 1960s, he founded the Citta della Domenica playground, originally called Spagnolia, which is still a destination for visitors today. Under the leadership of Mario’s son Hannibal, entrepreneur and president of Perugia Calcio, production diversified and the family created a network of Luisa Spagnoli brand stores. There are now more than 100 stores worldwide, and the company still has its headquarters in Perugia today.

From the first fashion show in the official calendar of the Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (National Chamber of Italian Fashion) in 2021 to the creation of CLUB LUISA, today the brand looks to the future through the concept of contemporary elegance, perfect for all occasions. Club Luisa is a phygital concept and offers customers the opportunity to feel part of the brand’s digital and international in-store activities. Today, Luisa Spagnoli is moving towards the future faster than ever, without losing her identity.

My outfit today is made up of 2 pieces from the new Luisa Spagnoli Fall/Winter 2024/25 collection: a skirt and pants.

The beige long sleeve turtleneck with gold details is one of my favorite pieces this season as I’m a big fan of turtlenecks. Roller skates can be worn all year round, it’s just important to choose the appropriate material for each season. This roll is made of cashmere and is very soft and comfortable, and I am especially impressed by the fact that it does not sting. I am very sensitive to wool and cashmere, so I have problems wearing these materials on my body, if the material is not well processed. While wearing this roll I feel the touch of light silk touching my body.

Finally, there is the new model of Luisa Spagnoli pants with wide legs, which are back again this fashion season in a glamorous glow! The trousers are also made of wool. Camel colour is always the best ally for all clothing combinations due to its exceptional compatibility with all colours.

If you want to stay up to date and find out what Luisa Spagnoli fashion house has prepared for us this fashion season, follow this fashion house on Facebook and Instagram.

As for the jewelry, you have had the opportunity to see the earrings in some of my previous fashion stories, while the necklace is a novelty for you on the blog. I bought this necklace at a street market in Milan, from an incredibly nice lady who sold vintage jewelry as well as fashion designer jewelry. I remember at one point I was dazzled by the sparkle of the stones and I just had to buy this necklace, even though it’s not exactly an everyday necklace model. My feeling at that moment that I own something this unusual ruled and I bought two necklaces. I lost the other necklace on one of my trips with my son, while I managed to save this one and show it to you today.

I got the bag and shoes as a gift from my husband a few years ago and they are pieces that I have worn for a long time and happily, but I still love to wear them to this day. It is a Jimmy Choo bag, a vintage model that is no longer produced, while the moccasins are Dolce & Gabbana. Both fashion items are made of pony hair.

A lot of women say that pony hair is not forever and that it gets destroyed quickly and the hair falls out easily, but as you can see my shoes and bag have been worn, but to this day they look like well-preserved pieces that can definitely be worn for a long time.

This time I decided to complete my outfit with gloves from the famous Italian brand Bottega Veneta. There is no person who has not resisted the fashion pieces of this famous Italian fashion house, regardless of whether it is a person of female or male gender, Bottega Veneta clothes, shoes and fashion accessories are loved by the whole planet for their refined elegance and incredible design. Gloves from today’s fashion story are iconic models made of the softest leather with a embossed crocodile leather print.

I hope you enjoyed my winter fashion story today in the new year 2025! Soon I will show you new winter outfits that can serve as inspiration for the new fashion season. See you soon at the same place, with some new interesting story. I will try not to take long breaks and I hope you understand the reason for my unexpected absence, but there will be time to catch up and I am sure I will meet your expectations.

Special note: All my photos from today’s post have been specially edited to meet the expectations of blog partners, as well as the readers themselves while respecting the aesthetics and guidelines of fashion photography. Unfortunately, the face and neck lifting operations did not go well and due to the negligence of the medical team from Egypt, I suffered serious aesthetic and health consequences. In agreement with my legal team, I wrote a post with all the details that can be found on this LINK.

Best Regards,

Rose

This post is sponsored by the Vinicio Pajaro, Luisa Spagnoli and Bottega Veneta brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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Fashion Diary of Mrs. Mom: HEVA Milano, A New Definition of Italian Luxury…

Fashion Mrs. Mom Outfit Post December 19, 2024 9 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to my new fashion story on the pages of the Mr.M blog in this Autumn-Winter 2024/25 season. I sincerely hope that I will justify your trust this season as well and that I will be able to inspire women in their prime to change the way they look at life and introduce novelty into their everyday life through my vision of fashion. Today I will do my best to present you some new autumn, maybe a little winter furry fashion novelties that have arrived in my wardrobe – HEVA Milano.

This unexpected hobby of mine and writing fashion stories became interesting to me because I noticed that people found my stories interesting and inspiring. Honestly, I did not expect that my writing of fashion stories would be such a success and I am immensely grateful to you for the wonderful messages, as well as for the selfless support you give me daily.

I love fur and love to wear it when I have the chance. A special place in my wardrobe this season was occupied by this wonderful long fur coat made of sheared mink with a luxurious collar made of sable fur. I am always happy to give my trust to Italian furriers because of the exceptional quality of workmanship and design. The fur coat that you have the opportunity to see in today’s fashion story is a true masterpiece of the Italian fur shop HEVA Milano.

The HEVA Milano brand is one of the brands of the Italian company Golden Furs, which was founded in 1986. It was founded as an import-export company of leather and fur, which years later became a world leader in the sector of high-quality natural fur.

Not long after, in 1990, the showroom exhibition space was opened for the display of multi-brand collections, followed by the HEVA Milano style studio. The passion for fur and tailoring led the HEVA Milano team to cooperation with the biggest luxury brands. The company is committed to selecting and purchasing fur exclusively from sustainable farms certified by Saga Furs & Furmark.

In the rich offer of the HEVA Milano fur world, you can find garments made of natural fur of the following types: mink, sable, fox, chinchilla, swakara, as well as pure cashmere coats and leather jackets made of natural fur.

At the HEVA Milano atelier you will always find an exceptional and quality service of tailors and pattern makers who are able to develop custom patterns or remake existing furs. Every purchase on the HEVA Milano website as part of the e-shop, all fur pieces can be changed later with the “made to measure” service.

A number of options are available:

length and width adjustment
regulation of applications and plugins
modification of the structure of fur garments
adding inserts/accessories

I would like to mention one very important thing, in order to ensure the maximum level of dedicated HEVA Milano service, I recommend you to go to the HEVA Milano headquarter in San Marino to check your measurements in detail. Otherwise, you can also make changes by specifying your measurements via email.

The HEVA Milano atelier is open for booking appointments from Monday to Friday at the headquarters of Serravalle – San Marino. Also, to check your general measurements, it is possible to make an appointment at the salon in the very heart of Milan – Corso Venezia 59.

If you want to know more about HEVA Milano fur brand and discover what their team has prepared for the new winter season, visit their official website and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

In today’s fashion story, you have the opportunity to see a long fur coat, below the knee, which is made of sheared mink in a delicate cappuccino color from beige to dark brown. The collar of this fur coat is decorated with a luxurious collar made of noble and expensive sable fur. Apart from the exceptional cut, design and quality, this fur coat also stands out for its weight because it is very light, so you don’t feel like you are wearing a fur coat which is a characteristic of modern fur design in the 21st century.

OUTFIT

Fur Coat: HEVA Milano

Pearl Necklace: MIKIMOTO

Earrings: Item from personal collection

Turtleneck Sweater: Loro Piana

Trousers: Loro Piana

Gloves: Loro Piana

Shoes: Brunello Cucinelli

Loro Piana is an Italian company specialised in clothing and textile products. This fashion house is considered the largest producer of cashmere and also the world’s largest artisanal company processing the luxury fiber.

The Loro Piana company has three divisions (textile divisions): a division that deals with the production of high-quality materials using precious fibers such as cashmere and baby cashmere, vicuna, linen and merino wool, a division that deals with the creation of luxury fashion items(production and distribution of men’s, women’s clothing, footwear and fashion accessories) and the interior design department – production and distribution of interior design products.

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see three interesting pieces from the women’s Loro Piana Autumn – Winter 2024 collection, which are just a small fraction of my favorites this season due to their distinctive elegance and my love for soft pastel colors. The beige colored trousers are perfect for all occasions and extremely easy to match with other colors, they are made of cashmere, while on the other hand the Loro Piana beige roll top is made of the finest cashmere. My outfit today was completed by leather gloves that captivate with sporty elegance, but they fit perfectly.

If you want to stay updated and find out which pieces the Loro Piana fashion house has to offer us this fashion season, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

As for jewelry, today I decided on a pearl necklace that is from my personal collection, I bought it about ten years ago and it was made by MIKIMOTO jewelers, the earrings are also from my personal collection and I have special memories for both pieces. I think these pieces have refreshed and enriched my outfit today because I am a big pearl lover.

This time I decided to complete my outfit with shoes from the Italian brand Brunello Cucinelli. There is no person who has not resisted wearing these famous Italian fashion houses, regardless of whether it is a person of female or male gender, Brunello Cucinelli shoes are loved by the whole planet because of their refined elegance and incredible comfort. The shoes from today’s fashion story are the iconic model of elegant dark brown moccasins.

I hope you enjoyed my todays fall fashion story for the season. Soon I will show you new winter outfits that can serve as inspiration for the new fashion season. See you soon at the same place, with some new interesting story. I will try not to take long breaks and I hope you understand the reason for my unexpected absence, but there will be time to catch up and I am sure I will meet your expectations.

Best Regards,

Rose

This post is sponsored by the HEVA Milano, Loro Piana, Brunello Cucinelli and MIKIMOTO brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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Max Mara: Ludmilla, An Iconic Coat with a Flowing Lines, Hand-Stitched with Two Layers of Cashmere…

Fashion Mrs. Mom November 22, 2024 6 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to my first Fall fashion story on the Mr. M & Mrs. Mom blog pages this season. I sincerely hope that this season I will justify your trust and that I will be able to inspire women in their prime to change the way they look at life and introduce novelty into their everyday life through my vision of fashion. Today I will do my best to present you some new autumn fashion novelties that have arrived in my wardrobe, with which we will open the Fall – Winter season on the Mr. M & Mrs. Mom blog.

This unexpected hobby of mine and writing fashion stories became interesting to me because I noticed that people found my stories interesting and inspiring. Honestly, I did not expect my writing of fashion stories to experience such success and I am immensely grateful for your wonderful messages, as well as your selfless support.

When I start something, I always think carefully whether to accept something because every challenge is a responsibility, and so is my writing of fashion stories. I was skeptical at the beginning of this year because of all bad things after cosmetic surgery had happened, whether I would even be ready to embark on the adventure of writing spring and summer stories, but at the persuasion of my family, friends and my psychotherapist, it turned out that this type of work was healing for me and that I somehow managed to prove to myself with this challenge that I can push the boundaries regardless of the difficulties that may arise during the process. Everything in life requires self-confidence, courage and self-love so that a person can achieve higher goals. This autumn I am more prepared and slowly getting used to the new situation in my life.

I believe many of you have heard about MYTHERESA shopping e-commerce on Mr. M & Mrs. Mom blog, but I would like to introduce you to this online fashion paradise. MYTHERESA is one of the leading global luxury e-commerce platforms operating in over 130 countries. Founded as a boutique in 1987, MYTHERESA launched online in 2006 and offers ready-to-wear, shoes, bags and accessories for women, men and children, as well as lifestyle products.

The MYTHERESA online store was founded in 2006 by Susanne and Christoph Botschen and is connected to the multi-brand store in Munich (formerly the THERESA store). In 2014, the THERESA store and mytheresa.com were acquired by the American luxury retailer Neiman Marcus for €150 million, giving Neiman Marcus greater access to international customers and strengthening their e-commerce technology.

During Neiman Marcus’ bankruptcy in 2020, the company began the process of spinning off Mytheresa as an independent entity. In January 2019, Mytheresa launched a children’s clothing category, and in January 2020, Mytheresa Men was launched. In May 2022, a new homeware and lifestyle category followed. In 2022, Mytheresa expanded its luxury offering to include home decor and lifestyle products.

The novelty they presented this year is the launch of certified second-hand watches from over 25 luxury brands, such as Audemars Piguet and Cartier, in cooperation with the Swiss jewelry and watch company Bucherer. As a global retailer, Mytheresa operates in 8 languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese and Korean.

In today’s post, you will see some fashion pieces from brands that you can find on the MYTHERESAonline shopping platform, such as: Max Mara, Loro Piana, Saint Laurent and Tod’s.

We start today’s fashion story with old friends Mr. M&Mrs. Mom of the blog – Max Mara. Max Mara is a world famous Italian fashion brand. It was founded in 1951 in Reggio Emilia by Mr. Achille Maramotti. This legendary brand sponsors and awards the Max Mara Women’s Art Award. Achille Maramotti started creating wardrobes in 1947, and officially founded the Max Mara fashion house in 1951. How did the brand name come about?

The second word of the brand – “Mara” was derived from Mr. Maramotti surname, while “Max” referred to Count Max, a local legend, who was rarely sober, but always so classy and stylish! Mr. Maramotti was one of the first to see that the future of women’s fashion lay in the mass production of designer quality clothing. He also wanted to put his Max Mara brand at the top in front of the names of individual designers, although he hired Karl Lagerfeld, Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, Dolce & Gabbana, Narciso Rodriguez and Anne Marie Beretta. The company is still in the hands of the family and is one of the best family fashion businesses in the world.

The Max Mara group has 35 brands in its fashion empire, of which the Max Mara brand remains the heart of the company to this day. Other brands include Sportmax, Sportmax Code, Weekend Max Mara, Marella, Pennyblack, iBlues, MAX&Co. and Marina Rinaldi. An interesting information is that Marina Rinaldi is a brand founded in 1980 and named after the greatmother of Mr. Maramotti.

Max Mara is my favorite brand because it absolutely meets my criteria when it comes to wardrobe, which are: quality, interesting models and cuts, good selection of materials, as well as fine processing of them. I’m sure you’ve all seen by now how much I love cashmere, so this Ludmilla coat is my new fashion love that I’m sure I’ll wear for a long, long time. This coat is made from the finest pure tobacco cashmere, hand stitched in Italy with two layers of soft cashmere.

Made of hand-stitched pure double cashmere, the Ludmilla coat shines like satin. Its shine is the result of a carding process that releases impurities from the fabric, making it flawless to the touch and visually. Finishing the coat with a custom binding that makes it unique, it epitomizes a relaxed attitude and attention to detail. This coat is made for true connoisseurs, when one hears the call for special luxury or the art of choosing the best without boasting, the instinctive answer is Ludmilla.

A timeless piece from the Max Mara collection, the Ludmilla coat epitomizes laid-back appeal that doesn’t sacrifice luxurious fabrics and impeccable attention to detail. Reinterpreted in 2016 and reintroduced in all collections since then, it is one of the iconic pieces of Max Mara style. It stands out with its generous silhouette that hugs the body, and can be adjusted thanks to the coordinated belt. Kimono sleeves and large patch pockets emphasize its understated, refined luxury.

In addition to the excellent material processing, the model of this coat itself is modern and unusual. Depending on what you plan to wear with this coat, it can be nicely combined with elegant outfits, as well as with some relaxed everyday casual outfits. In addition to the coat, gloves and a bag are also part of the Max Mara collection. This bag is part of the old Max Mara collection, but because I really wanted to have this bag, the Max Mara team found it in their archives and I got this wonderful bag because I had it on Pinterest as my favorite piece, but that’s why the gloves are part the latest Max Mara Fall – Winter 2024 collections.

I would like to write a small note for all interested ladies who want to own a Ludmilla coat. This coat is significantly oversized and I chose an Italian size 36, but it’s a little big on me and I think I should have taken an IT34 size, since I lost a lot of weight and I weigh significantly less, so I wasn’t sure which coat size would suit me, that’s why I took the IT36 size, and my son urged me to take the IT34 number, honestly right now I feel a lot of guilt for not listening to him.

Certain pieces from the Max Mara women’s collection can also be found on the MYTHERESA e-commerce shopping platform.

If you want to know more about the Italian fashion house Max Mara and discover what the Maramotti family has prepared for the new fashion season, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see two interesting pieces from the women’s Loro Piana FW24 collection, which is just a small part of my favourites this season because of its distinctive elegance and my love for bright colours and soft pastels. Drap color pants are perfect for all occasions and can be easily combined with other colors, they are made of cashmere. On the other hand, a Loro Piana beige roll made of the finest cashmere.

Certain pieces from the Loro Piana women’s collection can also be found on the MYTHERESA e-commerce shopping platform.

OUTFIT

Coat: Max Mara

Sunglasses: Cartier

Turtleneck: Loro Piana

Earrings: Saint Laurent

Necklace: Saint Laurent

Gloves: Max Mara

Trousers: Loro Piana

Bag: Max Mara

Shoes: Tod’s

Everyone who follows my fashion stories knows that I am a big fan of quality and interesting jewelry, I always try to pay maximum attention to fashion details such as jewelry. Today we are hanging out with a well-known French house whose creations I adore and I was happy to wear their clothes and shoes, and now I have the opportunity to wear their jewelry – SAINT LAURENT.

The necklace and earrings are a true masterpiece of this famous French fashion house and have a very attractive design that is very elegant and refined. I love the amber stone in the necklace, which went perfectly with the tobacco-colored Max Mara coat.

If it weren’t for my friends from MYTHERESA, an e-commerce shopping platform that represents a true fashion treasure trove for all lovers of men’s and women’s fashion, pieces like Max Mara coats, bags and gloves, Loro Piana turtleneck sweater and trousers, SAINT LAURENT necklaces and earrings and Tod’s shoes wouldn’t exist today in this blog post on the Mr. M & Mrs. Mom blog. I am very grateful to the MYTHERESA platform for the trust shown and the wonderful collaboration, and I would like to take the opportunity to once again thank the MYTHERESA team from the bottom of my heart for the wonderful collaboration.

This time I decided to complete my outfit with shoes from the Italian brand Tod’s. There is no person who has not resisted wearing these famous Italian fashion houses, regardless of whether it is a person of female or male gender, Tod’s shoes are loved by the whole planet because of their refined elegance and incredible comfort. The shoes from today’s fashion story are an iconic model with a gold-colored metal logo, while the shoes are made of dark brown croco print leather.

Of course, the fashion statement piece that every stylish woman needs and that helps you “hide” from the world when you need a break – sunglasses! This famous Panthère de Cartier sunglasses model is a timeless model, a piece that can be passed down to generations to come! I would like to thank the MYTHERESA team for the wonderful gift.

Certain models of optical frames and sunglasses from the Cartier collection can also be found on the MYTHERESA online shopping platform.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new products French Maison Cartier has to offer us this season, follow this luxury goods house on Facebook and Instagram.

I hope you enjoyed my first fall fashion story for the season. Soon I will show you new autumn and winter outfits that can serve as inspiration for the new fashion season. See you soon at the same place, with some new interesting story. I will try not to take long breaks and I hope you understand the reason for my unexpected absence, but there will be time to catch up and I am sure I will meet your expectations.

Best Regards,

Rose

This post is sponsored by the Max Mara, Loro Piana, Saint Laurent and Tod’s via MYTHERESA luxury e-commerce online shopping platform and Cartier brand. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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IBELIV: Nothing is Impossible For The One Who Believes…

Fashion Mrs. Mom Outfit Post September 20, 2024 6 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to my last fashion summer story on the pages of the Mr.M blog this season. It is a great honor and pleasure for me to have been able to inspire women in their prime to change their perspective on life and introduce novelty into their everyday life through my vision of fashion. Today I will try to present you some new fashion novelties that have arrived in my wardrobe, with which we will close the summer season on the Mr.M blog.

This unexpected hobby of mine and writing fashion stories became interesting to me because I noticed that people found my stories interesting and inspiring. Honestly, I did not expect my writing to experience such success and I am immensely grateful for your wonderful messages, as well as your selfless support.

When I start something, I always think carefully whether to accept something because every challenge is a responsibility, and so is my writing of fashion stories. I was skeptical at the beginning of this year, whether I would even be ready to embark on the adventure of writing spring and summer stories, but at the persuasion of my family, friends and my psychotherapist, it turned out that this type of work was healing for me and that I somehow managed to prove to myself with this challenge that I can push the boundaries regardless of the difficulties that may arise during the process. Everything in life requires self-confidence, courage and self-love so that a person can achieve higher goals.

Today I will present you a new unusual brand whose name simply radiates positive energy – IBELIV (pronounced I BELIEVE). That’s why my story today is called “Nothing is impossible for those who believe” and after everything I’ve been through in the past year, I think this sentence will become my new mantra.

What is the story of this unusual brand IBELIV? Mrs. Tiana is the oldest of 11 children, two girls and nine boys. In Madagascar, a boy represents a better guarantee for the future for parents and is of capital importance: greater labor force, transmission, inheritance. As a result, even with a large family, parental affection was not always equitable.

But Tiana, with the help of her incredible entrepreneurial temperament, and even at that moment when she found herself raising her son Liva alone at a very young age, she showed ingenuity and courage. Along with studying, she made items for everyday needs with her own hands and quickly became aware of the importance of handicrafts for a woman’s independence.

She taught her son perseverance, kindness and sharing, and worked hard to ensure he received a quality education. He enrolls him in the best schools, saving to send him abroad. She wants him to succeed more than anything and encourages him to study to become a chartered accountant in France. For her, this profession represents a financial guarantee of her son’s future, and justifies the sacrifices and self-sacrifice that such a separation requires.

With the treasures of his island and its cultural values firmly anchored in his memory, Liva also made some wonderful encounters and made numerous acquaintances when he arrived in France. Human encounters, of course, but he also discovered design, which has always fascinated him. At the same time, chartered accounting brought him rigor and understanding of economic life.

Enthusiastic and just graduated, he took the first positions in the company, only to soon be disappointed… In a hierarchical organization that leaves little room for development, let alone creation and travel, he doesn’t see the horizon, it’s time to reconsider some life decisions. He soon decides to return to his roots. The idea was to design fashion accessories that make the best use of Madagascar’s natural resources and ancient knowledge, while adding the contemporaneity of the modern world.

Tiana, who has always been involved in crafts and maintaining knowledge, was delighted with her son’s idea. She threw herself wholeheartedly into the project, working with him to recruit the first craftsmen. Faced with the scale of the project, they stuck with it, symbolically naming the brand IBELIV.

IBELIV‘s goal is to offer Malagasy women a professional and emancipating perspective. Their motivation and desire to do well is enough to be part of the adventure. Every woman becomes an artisan behind the creations of IBELIV, but also an artisan of her life. She puts her love, her story and her aspirations into the pieces she makes, making each one unique and fed with true soul.

Today, the adventure consists of several hundred masters, but the philosophy is intact and conscientiously passed on to everyone who joins the team: to embody progress and fulfillment together.

This brand rests on 3 basic values, namely: creative vision, philosophy of life and artistic alchemy.

When we talk about the creative vision, the IBELIV collection is the result of the work of a team of passionate people who are dedicated to conveying the sense of beauty and love for their profession. In an era where everything is accelerating, it is necessary to take the time necessary to create products with soul and which are the result of real knowledge. What nature offers us, we should try to restore it in the purest aesthetic expression.

Beyond words, respect for materials and people is the guiding principle in every phase of design and production of IBELIV products. This turns into a strong commitment, because above all, the IBELIV team prefers the use of sustainable raw materials and an ecologically responsible approach to the preservation of nature and its resources. Next, the IBELIB team values the hand-crafted work and knowledge of the ancestors to ensure their preservation and transmission to future generations.

Finally, IBELIV‘s approach to artistic alchemy quality requires excellence in every detail in order for the IBELIV creative team to create products that are designed to last. As for the IBELIV style, refined and timeless, it is an alchemy between elegance and functionality, choice of materials and comfort.

In today’s post, I present two interesting pieces from the IBELIV collection: the ALEFA bag and the SOA hat.

ALEFA is the result of long research with the sole aim of creating the perfect bag by combining leather and raffia. More than just a simple raffia leather bag, this model boasts plenty of modern and practical details that set it apart from the latest trends in this combination of materials.

In terms of style, the ALEFA handbag brings back the model of small summer bags, with its rectangular leather outline accentuating the natural raffia sides crocheted in Madagascar. Whether you’re walking on the beach or in the city, you’ll definitely get noticed with this handbag model.

In terms of practicality, this raffia and leather bag has a removable, adjustable shoulder strap. So you can transform it to suit any occasion!

In the Malagasy language, “SOA” has many meanings, from defining beauty to good… This interesting Madagascar raffia hat attracts attention with its beautiful openwork material, while its protective brim protects from the sun’s rays. As for the size of the headdress, it can be adjusted to any head circumference with a practical leather braid that allows the hat to be tightened by 1 to 5 cm. Simply put, this hat is the perfect combination of style and functionality…

What makes this SOA hat so special is the crocheted raffia handwork that is especially emphasized on this model. An adjustable leather strap outlines the various web shapes created by the expert hands of Malagasy artisans. The tight skull is reminiscent of the panama, a timeless hat for warm, tropical climates.

Among the entire range of IBELIV hats, this hat with its airy, modern cap guarantees elegance and comfort for every outdoor outing during pleasant temperatures.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new things IBELIV has prepared for us this fashion season, follow this unusual brand on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Hat: IBELIV

Earring: Vintage komad iz lične kolekcije

Pearl Necklace: YOKO London

Shirt: Hermes (vintage komad)

Bag: IBELIV

Trousers: Loro Piana

Loafers: Loro Piana

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see two interesting pieces from the women’s Loro Piana Spring-Summer collection, which is just a small part of my favorites this season because of its distinctive elegance and my love for bright colors and soft pastels. Beige trousers are perfect for all occasions and extremely easy to match with other colors, they are made of silk. On the other hand, the Loro Piana Summer Charm moccasins I bought a few years ago are still in excellent condition and I happily wear them when I go on long trips because of the incredible comfort.

As for this unusual colorful shirt, it is almost 38 years old and I bought it at the Hermès store in Paris. This shirt takes me back to those better days when I was young and ambitious, eager to prove myself and succeed. I remember that I got a promotion because of my negotiation skills with corporate clients and I decided to treat myself to a purchase that I will remember. On that occasion, I bought this shirt and pants with the same print, which I unfortunately lost, as well as the silk scarf. It was one of my first luxury purchases that I remember fondly. I saved all my more valuable fashion pieces because I knew that there would come a moment in my life when I would want to recall some of my youthful fashion forays, which today have become rare vintage pieces.

The jewelry I wear always has a special story and that’s why I like to wear it. I received these earrings almost 50 years ago from my late mother for my 18th birthday. These earrings belonged to my grandmother, then my mother and she gave them to me. When I wear them I always think of my mom who was an extremely brave, strong and wise woman. These earrings have no particular material value, but for me they have an incredibly high sentimental value because I got them from the woman who brought me into this world, raised me and always provided strength and inspiration in the most important periods of my life.

I believe that many fashion lovers who follow my fashion stories are convinced by now that I am actually a faithful lover of beautiful pearl necklaces, this is one of my pearl necklaces that I received as part of the PR package of the YOKO London jewelry brand from Great Britain, more precisely from England.

I hope you enjoyed my last summer fashion story today. Soon I will show you some new Fall – Winter outfits that can serve as inspiration for the new fashion season. See you soon at the same place, with some new interesting story. I will try not to take long breaks and I hope you understand the reason for my unexpected absence, but there will be time to catch up and I am sure I will meet your expectations.

Best Regards,

Rose

This post is sponsored by IBELIV, YOKO London and Loro Piana brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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Fashion Diary of Mrs. Mom: The Row, a Unique Interpretation of Everyday Elegance…

Fashion Mrs. Mom Outfit Post August 30, 2024 8 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to my new summer fashion story on the pages of the Mr.M blog this season. It is a great honor and pleasure for me to have been able to inspire women in their prime to change their perspective on life and introduce novelty into their everyday life through my vision of fashion. Today I will try my best to present you some new fashion novelties that have arrived in my wardrobe.

This unexpected hobby of mine and writing fashion stories became interesting to me because I noticed that people found my stories interesting and inspiring. Honestly, I did not expect my writing to experience such success and I am immensely grateful for your wonderful messages, as well as your selfless support.

Today we continue the story of the ecommerce platform MYTHERESA, as well as the brands available on this platform. I believe many of you have heard about MYTHERESA shopping platform on Mr.M blog, but I would like to introduce you to this electronic fashion paradise. MYTHERESA is one of the leading global luxury e-commerce platforms operating in over 130 countries. Founded as a boutique in 1987, MYTHERESA launched online in 2006 and offers ready-to-wear, shoes, bags and accessories for women, men and children, as well as lifestyle products.

In today’s post, you will see some fashion pieces from one of the most interesting quiet luxury brand that you can find on the MYTHERESA online shopping platform, such as The Row.

The Row is one of the most famous American luxury fashion brands, which over time has become a true American representative of “quiet luxury fashion”. This exceptional fashion brand was founded by sisters Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen in 2006. The brand produces ready-to-wear clothes, shoes, handbags and fashion accessories. The brand is headquartered in New York and the brand is currently sold in 37 countries.

How did this brand come about? The idea for the brand began as a personal project in 2005 when Ashley Olsen challenged herself to create the perfect T-shirt. She tested the design on different women of all body shapes and ages in an attempt to find “a commonality in form and attitude.” A year later, in 2006, the Olsen sisters created a 7-piece collection that included a T-shirt, a pair of cotton satin leggings, and a dress made of a special cashmere wool. This was a great start because the entire first collection was bought by the famous chain of luxury department stores in America – Barneys New York. Over time, the brand expanded its offering to ready-to-wear, handbags, sunglasses and shoes. The brand is named after Savile Row in London.

Not long after in 2008, Lauren Hutton created the brand’s first catalogue for The Row collection. The first associations with the brand are simple everyday elegance with touches of minimalist design with the use of quality materials.

The Olsen sisters started working on their brand from The Row atelier in Tribeca at 609 Greenwich Street in New York, which has been open since 2012, while the brand’s Paris office opened in 2011 and London office opened in 2019. At first, the Olsen sisters did not want their names to be associated with the brand in any way and preferred to let the clothes speak for themselves. They did not give an interview about The Row brand for the first three years after its creation.

The Row first created a menswear collection for spring 2011, and in October 2016, the brand officially launched a new menswear collection at its stores in Los Angeles and New York, with the intention of continuing to expand its offering for men.

Two years later in August 2018, The Row created a full menswear collection that included suits, denim and knits. The Olsen sisters conducted two years of research before launching the collection, which became available in stores in October 2018. During the global pandemic, in July 2020, numerous media reported that The Row had overcome financial difficulties and had laid off half of its staff, due to the financial problems caused by the pandemic and the bankruptcy of Barneys New York, one of its biggest associates. In September 2021, it was announced that The Row had launched its first children’s collection.

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see two pieces from The Row‘s latest collection for spring-summer 2024, which are a silk long shirt-tunic and trousers in white. Both pieces are made of the highest quality materials and a very beautiful and simple cut, which is the basic idea of the founder of the brand to achieve refined elegance with a very discreet and minimalist approach.

You can always find certain The Row pieces in a rich offer on the MYTHERESA electronic shopping platform. If you want to stay updated and find out what novelties the fashion house The Row has to offer us in the new fashion season, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Silk Oversized-Shirt: The Row via MYTHERESA

Trousers: The Row via MYTHERESA

Bag: Fratelli Rossetti

Sunglasses: Chopard

Pearl Necklace: a piece of jewelry from a personal collection

Earrings: Vintage piece from personal collection

Slippers: Fratelli Rossetti

We will continue today’s fashion adventure with old well-known friends of Mr.M blog – Fratelli Rossetti. This Italian footwear brand that I’m sure everyone recognizes for their comfortable shoes that are made from the highest quality materials Fratelli Rossetti footwear is fantastic for the reason that this brand makes classic shoes that are elegant and simply unbeatable, shoes for all time! You had a chance to get know more about their shoes and leather goods in my fashion stories from Qatar last year.

What is the story of this brand? In the middle of the 20th century, more precisely in 1945, Mr. Renzo Rossetti started his story from scratch, where he worked alone to cut leather for several types of sports shoes. His shoes were sold at the famous Brigatti store in Milan, one of the few remaining stores of its kind in the city. After a few years, Fratelli Rossetti saw success, but, wanting to develop further, they transferred the brands and equipment for this special production to Atala Sport in Padua.

So they decided to start their story again from the beginning and decided to switch to the production of classic shoes. Those were the years between 1952 and 1957, which witnessed the orientation and acquisition of new skills in the creation of women’s ballet flats and elegant, simple men’s footwear characterized by extremely flexible and high-quality workmanship. All this led to the creation of a small collection of men’s shoes with contours that differed from the various styles sold at the time. Renzo Rossetti consequently engaged in work that demonstrated his aesthetic sense and artistic perfectionism.

The story of the Fratelli Rossetti company is an inspiring story of a successful Italian family business that opened its doors in 1953. This is not just an ordinary company story, but a family story: the founder, Renzo Rossetti, and his wife, Lisetta, were dedicated to their work all their lives. The Fratelli Rossetti company is currently run by the second generation of the Rossetti family, the brothers Diego, Dario and Luca, who, due to their different roles and by developing their own different skills, have successfully brought their company to its 60th anniversary, always in search of quality and united by their passion with strict respect for tradition.

Fratelli Rossetti has a long tradition of “big little innovations”. In this company, tradition and quality have always gone hand in hand with insatiable curiosity and commitment to innovation. From the introduction of tassels and the invention of shoes designed to be worn without socks, to stylistic innovations and the launch of the “masculine” style, to the application of colors in unique chromatic shades. It was Renzo Rossetti who emphasized the importance of embracing new materials, styles and shapes: as early as the 60s, he was already experimenting with different color combinations on leather. Today, the company continues its research and development activities thanks to the knowledge of its craftsmen and the creative spirit of the styling department.

Fratelli Rossetti in its collections for women has timeless classic lines that you can find in their offer, some of the models are: Hobo Sport, Magenta, Hobo, Brera, Green Side.

In today’s post, I present to you two exceptional pieces from the latest Fratelli Rossetti SS24 collection, which are rose gold woven slippers and a bucket bag. These sophisticated, exclusive rose gold braided soft leather slippers are crafted from thin strips of leather, which are expertly stitched along the upper, creating a Hobo flower in the toe area. These shoes have a comfortable and soft leather sole.

In addition to these unusual slippers, my outfit today is also adorned with the famous Fratelli Rossetti bucket bag, which is the trademark of this Italian house of luxury leather goods and shoes. This bucket bag with an unusual combination of colors like milk, soft pink and rose gold makes every outfit special, chic and versatile at the same time. Crafted from soft leather with a nappa effect, the bag can be worn in multiple ways with a removable handle and shoulder strap. This is a real ladies handbag, dimensions: height 25 cm, length 24 cm and width 15 cm.

If you want to stay freshly updated and find out which models of shoes and leather goods the Fratelli Rossetti brand has in its offer, visit their official online store and follow them on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.

Of course, the piece that every stylish woman needs and that helps you “hide” from the world when you need a break – sunglasses! Today I decided to put on my new Chopard sunglasses for the first time and I thank the Chopard team for this interesting little token of attention, there are many more to come soon and I look forward to the new fashion season to reveal more details to you.

If you want to stay updated and find out what novelties the Chopard Maison has to offer us for the new fashion season, follow this prestigious Swiss Maison of jewelry, watches and fashion accessories on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.

The jewelry I wear always has a special story and that’s why I like to wear it. I received these earrings almost 50 years ago from my late mother for my 18th birthday. These earrings belonged to my grandmother, then my mother and she gave them to me. When I wear them I always think of my mom who was an extremely brave, strong and wise woman. These earrings have no particular material value, but for me they have an incredibly high sentimental value because I received them from the woman who brought me into this world, raised me and always provided strength and inspiration in the most important periods of my life.

Since all my family members, and especially Marko, know that I am a big lover of pearls, he brought me this beautiful pearl necklace from one of his trips, which I like to wear often, and I decided to show it to you today.

I hope you enjoyed my fashion story today. Soon I will show you other summer outfits that can serve as inspiration for this fashion season. See you in a few days at the same place, with some new interesting story. I will try not to take long breaks and I hope you understand the reason for my unexpected absence, but there will be time to catch up and I am sure I will meet your expectations.

Best Regards,

Rose

This post is sponsored by The Row (MYTHERESA), Chopard and Fratelli Rossetti brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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Fashion Diary of Mrs. Mom: Valentino, True Femininity and Unique Elegance…

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This unexpected hobby of mine and writing fashion stories became interesting to me because I noticed that people found my stories interesting and inspiring. Honestly, I did not expect my writing to experience such success and I am immensely grateful for your wonderful messages, as well as your selfless support.

In today’s post, you will see some fashion pieces from brands that you can find on the MYTHERESA online shopping platform, such as: Valentino and Tory Burch.

Valentino is one of the most famous Italian luxury fashion houses founded in 1960 by Valentino Garavani and is part of the Valentino Fashion Group. Since October 2008, the creative director has been Pierpaolo Piccioli, together with Maria Grazia Chiuri from 2008 to 2016, Mr. Piccioli left Valentino this year. The headquarters of the company is in Milan, while the creative team and workshop are located in the heart of Italy in the eternal city – Rome.

Valentino was founded in 1960, when Mr. Garavani opened a fashion house in Via Condotti, Rome with the support of his father and his father’s associate Giancarlo Giammetti. Two years later, Valentino’s international debut took place in 1962 in Florence, the Italian capital of fashion at the time. Valentino gained popularity in 1967 after releasing his “colorless” collection which consisted of white, beige and ivory clothing. The collection did not use any psychedelic patterns, which was a commonly used design during the time. The V logo was also introduced and years later the brand spread to New York. This brand organized the first menswear show at Milan Fashion Week in 1985.

Interestingly, Valentino also specially designed wedding dresses for Elizabeth Taylor, Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Lopez, Courteney Cox, Sophie Hunter, Nicola Peltz and Princess Madeleine of Sweden.

The dress you see in today’s fashion story is a piece from the Valentino SS24 collection and is made of the finest pure silk. As a woman in her prime, I’ve had the opportunity to wear a variety of designer and lesser-known creations, but this dress holds a special place in my heart because of the unusual stripes and of course the inevitable neutral beige color that I adore. The dress is midi length with slits with slightly formed sleeves that fall loosely.

You can always find certain Valentino pieces in a rich offer on the MYTHERESA online shopping platform. If you want to stay up to date and find out what new items the Valentino Maison has prepared for us this fashion season, follow this incredible fashion house on Facebook and Instagram.

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Dress: VALENTINO via MYTHERESA

Necklace: Bvlgari (vintage)

Bag: DAMIAAN

Belt: Chanel (vintage)

Bracelet: A piece from a personal collection

Ballet Flats: Tory Burch via MYTHERESA

Today we continue the story of an unusual Belgian brand of luxury leather goods that combines refined simplicity and unbridled fantasy in the creation of its fantastic bags – DAMIAAN. In the previous story, you had the opportunity to meet their Snakebag model, and today I want to take the opportunity to introduce you to their other famous bag model that I mentioned in the previous post – The Bootbag.

DAMIAAN is a new luxury Belgian leather goods brand, created by Christina Zeller and Damian O’Sullivan in 2022. With refined simplicity and unbridled fantasy, their creations have surprised and seduced clients across Europe through elegant eccentricity. Driven by their imagination and passion for leather goods, this creative duo pushes the boundaries of the possible, respecting the rigor of the craft and maintaining the greatest degree of artistic freedom.

An unusual combination of traditional form with bold imagination, DAMIAAN presents a collection of bags that bring an unusual blend of refined and simple elegance and grace combined with a unique imagination without limits. The current collection of the DAMIAAN brand consists of two models of bags: Snakebag and Bootbag, this collection is inextricably linked to the imaginary world of surrealism.

Through its first collection, DAMIAAN begins a new creative journey where each bag will carry its own story to tell together with you. I would like to take the opportunity to introduce you to the creators of this amazing brand of leather goods. Damian O’Sullivan, after graduating from the Royal College of Art, he knocked on luxury fashion heaven where he was met by the then director of Hermès, Jean-Louis Dumas, who immediately liked his designs. This fairytale beginning launched a creative journey that would see him design a monumental tower in London for Thames Water, as well as helping Anish Kapoor build his epic water sculpture ‘Decension’. His career was also marked by moments such as designing shoes for Asics and Camper and many porcelain creations for Royal Delft, Rosenthal and Vista Alegre.

For the past fifteen years, he has worked for the famous French houses Hermès and Louis Vuitton, designing tableware, leather goods and home accessories. After thirty years, Damian returns to his very first love – creating unique bags. You must be wondering, why bags? Although it may not be the oldest profession in the world, bag making goes back millennia. Practical and useful then and now, these days, bags are expected to carry stories, and those are the stories that DAMIAAN wants to tell.

Having earned a master’s degree in journalism, Christina Zeller was not destined for her professional career. On the runway as a model at the age of 23, she discovered the world of fashion, which she has never left since. She worked for the biggest fashion houses and designers in France and Belgium. Karl Lagerfeld gave her wings, boldness, fantasy and the privilege to experiment. Working with Christian Lacroix, she learned the rigor of research that always seeks the exceptional and never settles for second best. Her close collaboration with Riccardo Tisci led to the development of all his fashion accessories. Enriched and emboldened by this experience, she joined Delvaux in 2011, where she spent nine years at the helm of the creative, marketing and communications department, contributing to the brand’s luster and brilliance. She once stated: “I have always worked with passion and I was lucky enough to start each day with a smile. With DAMIAAN, I have come full circle and I can feel all the emotions and excitement as if it were the first time.”

The bag you see in today’s fashion story is the Bootbag, which is made in Italy, bringing together two separate crafts: boots and bag making. Exceptional skills are required in making this sophisticated handbag model, where one craftsman works hand in hand with another to make the bag look its best. The Bootbag will have you wandering around impervious to all the elements, and its leather sole will withstand even the occasional puddle or two you encounter. Stranded or carried by your hand in the air, the Bootbag isn’t afraid to bare its sole. This bag model is made in one size and there are several price variations.

The Bootbag is only available in medium size and you can choose from several color combinations. I decided on this Bootbag chocolate brown – burgundy color combination that fits perfectly with my style.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new products DAMIAAN has prepared for us this fashion season, follow this unusual Belgian brand of luxury leather goods on Facebook and Instagram.

The necklace you see in today’s story caught your attention in one of the previous stories, so I wanted to show it to you in this elegant version with the dress. For those who haven’t read in the previous story, I got this necklace from my husband as a gift for our 30th wedding anniversary, I remember that we all went as a family to the capital of Italy – Rome to celebrate our wedding anniversary with our children. On the first day while walking around the main street for shopping, I spotted this necklace and told my daughter how beautiful and unusual it was, then we continued our walk.

My daughter conveyed my findings to father and they made a plan to buy the necklace. I was shocked and positively surprised when the next day at dinner when we celebrated our wedding anniversary I saw the Bvlgari bag and as I needed time to compose myself, Marko unwrapped the box and put the necklace around my neck. I wore this necklace several times during the celebration of important events in our family and today I am sharing this memory with you.

The bracelet was given to my son from one of his long trips where he found this unusual bracelet in real 24k gold with dark brown enamel details at a jewelry store. What is special about this bracelet is the clasp itself in the shape of two giraffes in love, which is actually the best part of this unusual bracelet. It’s been a few years since I received this wonderful gift, but today I put it on for the first time and I think I did the right thing.

Since you are all familiar with the fact that I am a big and passionate lover of flat shoes, especially ballet flats, for today’s post I decided to show you my new Tory Burch patent ballet flats. As for the color of these ballet flats, it’s a separate story because I saw in the catalog that they were marked as plums color, while in person they are some unusual colors, to me they look like dark brown and that’s how I will combine them. 🙂

They are very comfortable and elegant with the distinctive logo of the brand. Honestly, I’m so happy and will be happy to wear them in all seasons! Certain models of clothes, shoes and fashion accessories from the Tory Burch collection can also be found on the MYTHERESA eCommerce shopping platform.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new products Tory Burch has prepared for us this fashion season, follow the brand on Facebook and Instagram.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of another summer fashion story, where together we discovered the beauty and brilliance of Italian fashion with the cult fashion house Valentino, an unusual combination of leather goods creation and fantasy with DAMIAAN, as well as the beauty of flat shoes with Tory Burch in collaboration with the MYTHERESA e-commerce shopping platform, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal summer outfit!

Best Regards,

Rose

This post is sponsored by DAMIAAN and Valentino brands as well as Tory Burch brand in collaboration with MYTHERESA e-commerce shopping platform. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

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