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...to a different domain. Why, what were you thinking? The truth is, I just woke up one day and decided it's time for a change—a metamorphosis, if you will; or, in layman's terms, if Britney can shave her head, then maybe so can I? Nevertheless, it's been a rather handsome 10 years of talking to you, and thank you for putting up with all my moodswings and terrible dad jokes. Fear not! The hormonal imbalance and jokes are more terrible on CUBICLE, see you there.
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10th January 2012

Dress – MGSM, Shoes – Casadei, Jacket – Burberry Brit, Rings – Sardo; Makeup by MAC Cosmetics

First StyleLab outfit of Luisa Via Roma’s Firenze4Ever, featuring the worth of mother + brother + this London flat that I don’t even own in garments & accessories. Funny thing is it doesn’t even make you feel more glamorous or particularly important… anywho. At one point during the shoot there was a man with a puffy red jacket that kept peering through the opposite window of the car and the hubby finally yelled HOLY MOZZARELLA, MAN, WOULD YOU PLEASE MOVE at which point I yelled back at him BUT YOU TOLD ME NOT TO MOVE WHEN YOU’RE TAKING BAJILLION YEARS FOCUSING. And of course, while we were bickering the man eventually buggered off to take photos of a naked statue and chuck gelato at pigeons and such…

Thank you Yosi for your assistance and my dear hubby for helping with the photos.

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83 Comments

  1. Laura
    January 10, 2012 at 7:39 pm

    you look beautiful!

  2. Anthony
    January 10, 2012 at 7:42 pm

    Love these images ~ Ravishing!

  3. ilaria
    January 10, 2012 at 7:46 pm

    Ruby woo looks great on you….

  4. life/style/flash.
    January 10, 2012 at 7:47 pm

    You look beautiful!

    Cute story :)

    life/style/flash.

  5. Lidia
    January 10, 2012 at 7:47 pm

    I love your photos, are the best of firenze for ever. A breath of fresh air!

    Kises

  6. Kazuko
    January 10, 2012 at 7:48 pm

    oh, and another super amazing fantastic leather jacket! lovely photos, too! enjoy florence!

  7. Kerry
    January 10, 2012 at 7:57 pm

    *Wolf whistles* Cool blogger, cool car, cool clothes…
    OMG CAROUSEL

    Ahem…beautiful photographs as per!

  8. june
    January 10, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    this lipstick suits you soo much

  9. Ola
    January 10, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    PLEASE TELL ME HOW YOU TOOK THESE PHOTOS *.* as in the camera+lens+settings perhaps? it can be without the settings if its a top secret like the pizza hut crust. but the lens…. i cant stop scrolling up and down. seriously.

  10. Shini
    January 10, 2012 at 8:38 pm

    Oh thank you! Most of it’s actually thanks to post-production, I used my usual 50mm lens! Settings…don’t really remember, every shot is different depending on the light available and such – would depend on which lens you’re using too!

  11. Herringbone
    January 10, 2012 at 8:05 pm

    Wish there was a photo with the red-puffer-jacket-man. Haha.

  12. molly
    January 10, 2012 at 8:20 pm

    swoon. these pics are perfect. so so beaut

    http://missmollyfashions.blogspot.com/

  13. The Fancy Teacup
    January 10, 2012 at 8:24 pm

    These captures are so magical and spellbinding, it’s like you just stepped out of a wondrous fairy tale. The story behind these photos made me laugh, ah, the joys of married life. x

    http://www.TheFancyTeacup.com

  14. Kcomekarolina
    January 10, 2012 at 8:30 pm

    Wow!!! What to say! Stunning as always and even more!!!

    xoxo from Rome
    K.
    http://kcomekarolina.com/

  15. Glenda
    January 10, 2012 at 8:44 pm

    I love the shot of your hand on the steering wheel.

  16. nataliya
    January 10, 2012 at 8:45 pm

    hahaha about the story of the man in red jacket! love the photos so magical!

    nataliya
    sewniice.blogspot.com

  17. sandra
    January 10, 2012 at 8:52 pm

    the pictures are absolutely amazing.

  18. Domonique
    January 10, 2012 at 8:57 pm

    These images are truly magical! Looks like a wonderful time :)

    http://lilylovelock.blogspot.com/

    x

  19. allison
    January 10, 2012 at 9:06 pm

    These are such great pictures. I love them all, especially the bicycle shot!

  20. Anna
    January 10, 2012 at 9:15 pm

    These images are the perfect complement for your outfit – the streets, vaguely utilitarian wood and tires of the car with the leather, the sumptuous red bits (car, velvet rope, and your lips and nails) and the soft, fluttery details – the birds from the bridge, the Christmas lights hanging in the street, your twinkly rings, and of course the dress. Gorgeous combinations, all! I read your blog all the time, but these images really stood out for me. (Apparently enough to inspire my shy self to comment, wow!)

    Thanks again for sharing your fabulous work!

  21. Emily Ulrich
    January 10, 2012 at 9:38 pm

    Why would he waste perfectly good gelato on pigeons!? That is the true crime of this tale.

    Ha ha, you look gorgeous though. I feel I must reiterate all thoughts concerning your resemblance to a doll. Gosh, your skin is so flawless it may as well be porcelain.

  22. Karolina
    January 10, 2012 at 9:48 pm

    really beautiful pictures,
    and you look wonderful ;)

  23. Juste
    January 10, 2012 at 10:12 pm

    Marvellous photos!

  24. Magda
    January 10, 2012 at 10:33 pm

    I can’t stop looking at you. Gorgeous!

  25. kimiya
    January 10, 2012 at 10:40 pm

    So adorable!

  26. Nyrha
    January 10, 2012 at 10:47 pm

    amazing photos! You look so beautiful

    xx
    http://www.maddenim.blogspot.com/

  27. aga
    January 10, 2012 at 11:08 pm

    When I visited Florence I felt completely in love with this city! On your photos it looks so magical! I wish to come back there one day!

  28. the marant philes
    January 10, 2012 at 11:10 pm

    These photos are wonderful, you have a great blog! I like all the red accents in the photos…
    -Aliya

    http://marantphiles.com

  29. martha
    January 10, 2012 at 11:17 pm

    gorgeous photos as always !!

  30. jennie
    January 10, 2012 at 11:30 pm

    lovely photos! so jealous of your trip.

  31. Little Red Book
    January 11, 2012 at 12:13 am

    These photos are like out of a film still, so beautiful.

    http://www.littleredbook-thatshaute.blogspot.com

  32. Yasmeen (Castle Fashion)
    January 11, 2012 at 12:23 am

    Holy Mozzarella! X-D That sounds like it’s out of a cartoon. Haha. I’m going to start using it. At least the photos came out beautiful! I love them :D Especially the where you’re fixing your lipstick; that one’s adorable.

    Yasmeen
    Castle Fashion

  33. katie
    January 11, 2012 at 12:48 am

    ha, your stories always make me laugh, the guy in the red puffa jacket :)

    & your photos continue to amaze me, no.s 1 & 4 are so beautiful in particular, they could be watercolour paintings from the early 20th century!

    looking forward to some London spring weather in a few months, i have a similar (but probably tons cheaper, haha!) brown leather jacket which is the perfect partner for many a summer dress..

    Katie x

  34. Elface
    January 11, 2012 at 1:27 am

    Whheehee for more stunning landscape shots!

  35. jewls
    January 11, 2012 at 1:54 am

    Your blog is so beautiful. (and user-friendly!) very cute story haha. Might I recommend these pumps for you…http://www.chineselaundry.com/keep-up

  36. BHouseofKami
    January 11, 2012 at 1:57 am

    The more tasty post about Florence these days. U made me miss Florence and the lazy morning I used to spend there! Simply lovely

  37. jas
    January 11, 2012 at 2:44 am

    beautiful dress! love it with the leather jacket

    http://jas-tidbits.blogspot.com/

  38. Daisy
    January 11, 2012 at 3:20 am

    you look so beautiful!! cant believe i wasnt in florence when you were! will be flying back next monday! hope you enjoyed your stay! :)

  39. 3lin
    January 11, 2012 at 4:49 am

    you look amazing..

  40. Very hungry Kitten
    January 11, 2012 at 7:39 am

    Wooooweeee Shini you look utterly delicious! Love the non-sheen red on your lips and that dress is gorgeous! Your hair has grown so much since your last cut 4 months ago.

    Dying for Bill’s.

  41. Michelle | Gold-Hearted Girl
    January 11, 2012 at 7:49 am

    Hahahaha, holy mozzarella man…I encountered many-a-mozzarella man when I was in Rome…

  42. Tania
    January 11, 2012 at 7:53 am

    So beautiful! Everything…you, your clothes and the setting. Hubby did a wonderful job with the photos. I covet your starburst ring!

  43. C A T H
    January 11, 2012 at 9:18 am

    love these crystal clear photos taken during the Firenze event!
    your mini-wagon car looks so adorably cute in PINK ~
    and yes, your lipstick blends perfectly with the red shoes and white dress. gorgeous cut =)

    Style Hostess

  44. lucy
    January 11, 2012 at 9:55 am

    STUNNERRR! and can I have your car please? Seriously lush colour! You are a very lucky lady missy! Xx

  45. Nicelyinroll
    January 11, 2012 at 9:57 am

    I love Firenze, I’ve been there many years ago and I would like to go back soon!
    I like very much the outfit, the colour of the jacket is perfect and the ring is striking!!!
    XX

  46. herpersona
    January 11, 2012 at 10:26 am

    amazing pics. and loving ur dress

    http://herpersona.blogspot.com/
    http://herpersona.blogspot.com/

  47. MONI
    January 11, 2012 at 10:36 am

    gorgeous shots look, wow

    xx

    http://www.moneasywardrobe.com

  48. monkeyshines
    January 11, 2012 at 11:13 am

    amazing captures! love the pop of red!

    Bises,
    monkeyshines
    http://monkeyshines-monkeyshines.blogspot.com/

  49. Ylenia
    January 11, 2012 at 11:23 am

    Stunning photos!

  50. Sarr
    January 11, 2012 at 12:31 pm

    Haha Shin, was the red puff jacket man by any chance wearing a blue beannie?
    I think I just found him in the 2nd photo, looking down at what’s possibly an imaginary pigeon!
    Feels like I just found where Wally is! Haha

    Lol, this story of u n ur hubby is so cute, and pics marvalous, as always~

  51. Joy.
    January 11, 2012 at 12:38 pm

    I just love these pictures! Actually not only these but all your photography! I def want a 50mm lens too!;)

  52. Night at Vogue
    January 11, 2012 at 1:19 pm

    These photos are super amazing! You lucky girl!

  53. nathalia
    January 11, 2012 at 3:15 pm

    beautiful girl you look stunning! happy to see all the pictures
    xx

    Viaggio Della Farfalla
    The Key Item

  54. A Norwegian
    January 11, 2012 at 5:44 pm

    These posts from Firenze is my favorites so far. Magnificent.

  55. Little Miss Vintage
    January 11, 2012 at 5:50 pm

    *gasp* these are beautiful! literally everything, you, the clothes, the scenery , the photos…..and the car is epic xx

  56. wmbg
    January 11, 2012 at 6:34 pm

    thank GOD you’re back with part 2. been waiting and refreshing like curazy.

    red lipstick FTW. <3

  57. John
    January 11, 2012 at 6:53 pm

    omg you betta workkkk

  58. Blush&Flats
    January 11, 2012 at 7:15 pm

    oh,wow, lovely <3

  59. alis
    January 11, 2012 at 11:39 pm

    My God… I’m saving these on my desktop in a non-creepy, admiring the postcard-like quality of these beautiful photos kind of way. I would bet money on the first one being a watercolor piece.

  60. Krys
    January 12, 2012 at 12:36 am

    The first photograph is absolutely gorgeous– it feels so calming and almost like a painting. I like the pop of colour in your outfit from the vibrant red heels. Thanks for sharing these great photographs (they came out stunning!) and for sharing the little story; I love hearing your stories behind your photograph adventures!

  61. Dana
    January 12, 2012 at 2:03 am

    the hair! you look spectaculaaar shini!

  62. Eleanor van Overdijk
    January 12, 2012 at 1:22 pm

    Beautiful captures of you and Firenze; you go girl!

  63. No chic, Sherlock
    January 12, 2012 at 2:31 pm

    this must have been one chic photoshoot! this vintage car was a nice touch :) Even if it didnt make you feel glamorous, you looked that way for sure :)

  64. Barby
    January 12, 2012 at 3:15 pm

    That first shot looks like a painting. So beautiful.

    Loving red lipstick too. Perfect shade of red for you. :)

  65. Romina C
    January 12, 2012 at 7:37 pm

    Your photographs are just always outstanding, full of emotions. And see your aspect of things! You’re one of my fav’ blog!
    x Romi

    http://blaastyle.blogspot.com

  66. mat
    January 12, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    annoying guys in puffa jackets! freaking nice car though

  67. Abi
    January 13, 2012 at 2:54 am

    Shini, you quite simple look amazing – please wear that lipstick more often :) x

  68. janet
    January 13, 2012 at 7:32 am

    you look awesome!! the photos are breathtaking.

  69. maite
    January 14, 2012 at 3:03 am

    hi shini, what brand and shade of lipstick were you wearing here? love it!

  70. e
    January 14, 2012 at 5:02 am

    Your posts always make me giggle, but this one in particular made me “lol.” Holy mozzarella indeed.

  71. fashionbater
    January 14, 2012 at 8:50 am

    beautiful!

  72. Sally
    January 14, 2012 at 10:51 am

    Beautiful Shini!

    Which lipstick is it?

    Looks so good w/ your skin.

    Xx Sally

  73. Sierra
    January 14, 2012 at 2:53 pm

    these pictures are beautiful and you look awesome in them!

    http://sierranovotny.blogspot.com/

  74. Alice Olive
    January 15, 2012 at 5:34 am

    Amazing shots!

  75. Andy
    January 15, 2012 at 9:42 am

    Beautiful photos.

  76. Koko mo
    January 19, 2012 at 8:15 pm

    Your dress is GORGEOUS!! I’m really enjoying your blog, it’s wonderful! All you’re pictures are so amazing! If you get a chance, I’d love it if you checked out my blog, it’s fairly new I just started it at the beginning of the month! Thanks :)
    fashionbirthmark.blogspot.com

  77. Clochet
    January 20, 2012 at 12:02 pm

    That first photo is breathtaking…so gorgeous!! and you look beautiful and stunning, lovely make-up!
    xo,Clochet

  78. eunshil
    January 21, 2012 at 2:40 pm

    hi! can I post any of your pictures on my blog with a full mention of the source ?

  79. Shini
    January 27, 2012 at 7:10 pm

    @eunshil, sure thing, thank you for asking!

  80. ram
    January 27, 2012 at 4:58 pm

    립스틱색이 진짜이뻐요 와우 저건 맥인가요?

  81. Shini
    January 27, 2012 at 6:24 pm

    네 맥맞아요~

  82. Raspberry & Rouge
    February 14, 2012 at 4:13 pm

    GORGEOUS!!!! XO Rebecca

    http://raspberry-rouge.com

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