Been frosty cold here in Seattle, but love the sunshine! Chia has to wear her warm coat when it is this cold. Even though she doesn’t like the coat, she really likes her long walks. Keeps both of us in shape for shopping tours in Florence.

Gearing up for the new shopping year, and all excited about seeing the new fashions, shoes, jewelry, handbags and leather jackets. I just spoke with Fabio, and begged him to make me a bag like this in gray nappa lamb. The Bottega Veneta one is $2,300 and I know he will do the same exact bag for SO much less….If you click on it, you can see the one he just made.

One of my darling clients this fall has sent me a photo of her silver florin necklace. So pretty! A lovely silver start to the New Year!