I’ve been in a strange mood because returning from Milan the other week.
I’m crashing from the Salone del Mobile high, prince is dead, and I have a cold. I rarely get sick but when I do it seems as if my colds have a need to make up for lost time or something.
When I went to the Salone two years ago this didn’t happen. Something has changed in Rome and it’s not for the better. I’m not the only one who feels this way. These articles, yesterday’s new York Times and a piece my pal Michelle wrote for us and news report in February, sum things up pretty well.
Maybe I have cabin fever. Hopefully, tomorrow I will feel better and can leave my house!
I have been to the Salone three times. The first time I stayed in a hotel near the Convention Center. The second time I rented an house in the city near the canals. third time’s a charm.
Hotel prices are crazy during the Salone (if you can find one). The Salone is larger than fashion week and seventy percent of the people attending are going to from other countries. The entire city takes part. If you’re planning to attend, make reservations early. numerous companies and vendors have blocked out rooms years in advance.
I returned to the Principe after my terrific experience there in September. I still don’t understand how the hotel was filled to capacity, yet I rarely saw any other guests on my floor. So quiet. The service at this hotel is remarkable despite its size. Plus, they have American bacon during breakfast.
Renting an house while traveling on getaway is an outstanding option but I’ve learned my lesson. When I’m working, a hotel is a better choice for me. much better.
I was running around Milan like a chicken with my head cut off and it was fantastic to return to a clean room, to have concierge service, a gym, a convenient place to have meetings, etc. Of course the cost was higher than the house I rented two years ago but my trip was much more productive.
And what a terrific trip…four intense days of meetings and going to showrooms. I wish I had much more time.
I posted a few photos on Instagram and below are additional pictures from some of the highlights. I can’t submit all the highlights as I forgot to take photos at the Ethimo party, and quite a few showrooms.
View from the hotel gym, which opens at 5.30. ideal for early risers.
The Foscarini showroom from a different angle.
I didn’t notice I was in the picture until I uploaded it to my computer. rocking stripes at Dedar.
Dedar and Hermès premiered their newest fabric and wall paper collaborations. I would love to use this paper in a nursery.
The Wallpaper pop-up store. tiny but a must.
La double J, another terrific pop-up store.
The garden at Rossana Orlandi. It was packed.
A very stylish wastepaper basket at Rossana Orlandi.
I had to stop by Pasticceria Marchesi on through Montenapoleone. Beautiful.
Porta Nuova at dusk. Last time I went to the Salone, this area was still under construction.
The Duomo, from a different angle, before sunrise. This building is magnificent.
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I’ve been in a strange mood because returning from Milan the other week.
I’m crashing from the Salone del Mobile high, prince is dead, and I have a cold. I rarely get sick but when I do it seems as if my colds have a need to make up for lost time or something.
When I went to the Salone two years ago this didn’t happen. Something has changed in Rome and it’s not for the better. I’m not the only one who feels this way. These articles, yesterday’s new York Times and a piece my pal Michelle wrote for us and news report in February, sum things up pretty well.
Maybe I have cabin fever. Hopefully, tomorrow I will feel better and can leave my house!
I have been to the Salone three times. The first time I stayed in a hotel near the Convention Center. The second time I rented an house in the city near the canals. third time’s a charm.
Hotel prices are crazy during the Salone (if you can find one). The Salone is larger than fashion week and seventy percent of the people attending are going to from other countries. The entire city takes part. If you’re planning to attend, make reservations early. numerous companies and vendors have blocked out rooms years in advance.
I returned to the Principe after my terrific experience there in September. I still don’t understand how the hotel was filled to capacity, yet I rarely saw any other guests on my floor. So quiet. The service at this hotel is remarkable despite its size. Plus, they have American bacon during breakfast.
Renting an house while traveling on getaway is an outstanding option but I’ve learned my lesson. When I’m working, a hotel is a better choice for me. much better.
I was running around Milan like a chicken with my head cut off and it was fantastic to return to a clean room, to have concierge service, a gym, a convenient place to have meetings, etc. Of course the cost was higher than the house I rented two years ago but my trip was much more productive.
And what a terrific trip…four intense days of meetings and going to showrooms. I wish I had much more time.
I posted a few photos on Instagram and below are additional pictures from some of the highlights. I can’t submit all the highlights as I forgot to take photos at the Ethimo party, and quite a few showrooms.
View from the hotel gym, which opens at 5.30. ideal for early risers.
The Foscarini showroom from a different angle.
I didn’t notice I was in the picture until I uploaded it to my computer. rocking stripes at Dedar.
Dedar and Hermès premiered their newest fabric and wall paper collaborations. I would love to use this paper in a nursery.
The Wallpaper pop-up store. tiny but a must.
La double J, another terrific pop-up store.
The garden at Rossana Orlandi. It was packed.
A very stylish wastepaper basket at Rossana Orlandi.
I had to stop by Pasticceria Marchesi on through Montenapoleone. Beautiful.
Porta Nuova at dusk. Last time I went to the Salone, this area was still under construction.
The Duomo, from a different angle, before sunrise. This building is magnificent.
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Ten Years ago I moved to Rome, ItalyApril 4, 2018In “AGD”
Life in Rome – Mini-break at Le Méridien Visconti HotelSeptember 13, 2017In “architecture”
I know There Is Beef between Milano and Roma But…May 2, 2012In “Italy”
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