ABOUT

I was born and raised in Genova, Italy and as the grand-daughter of ship Captains, I could never stay in one place or do just one thing; earlier generations cultivated an approach rooted in independence, pursuing the unexpected and curiosity through travels, and it was passed on to me.

So I travelled and lived abroad from a young age, studied and worked in many places; England, Australia, California, Cayman Islands, Hawaii.

Although I studied business management and international trade and marketing for the fashion industries, I was always intrigued by the creative process of combining different things together and make them look exponentially better than if on their own; whether applied to something to wear, furniture, colors, fabrics, flowers and food.

In NYC, I became involved with many creative endeavors, the most significant:

Beginning at Donna Karan International, DKNY Active Division, at the Merchandising and Production departments.

For 19 years as the NY Bureau Senior Editor for 10-titles international magazines Collezioni, covering fashion shows, trade fairs and events on women prêt a porter, men prêt a porter, haute couture, bridal, accessories, textiles, baby, kidswear, furniture, table tops and home goods.

Producing and styling fashion, beauty, food, lifestyle and interiors photoshoots for other Italian and American publications, such as: Vanity Fair Italy, Bon Appétit, Real Simple, Parents and The New York Times Magazine.

Working at Katch I.D., a luxury interiors firm based in NYC.

Starting Affinità Moderne, a custom-made home linens brand: some of my projects were featured in AD, Vogue Bambini, Interior Design and Elle Decor.

Earning a certification in Flower Design from The Brooklyn Botanical Garden, NY, a Culinary Apprentice Program Certificate from the Natural Gourmet Institute, NY and the STCW Basic certification from Maritime Professional Training, in FL.

I divide my time between NYC, Italy and Mexico City. I’m fluent in Italian, English, Spanish and French.