Splashing in the rain

inspired by the weather forecast for this first official work day in 2012. There was a great desire to add a splash (that had nothing to do with the passing cars and puddles along the street) of color to what could be considered a bit of a drab day between the massive back to work re-entry, the clustering rain clouds and the upcoming threat of all kinds of new taxes and price hikes in the Italian government. The bright spot in this day – other than the fantastic orange found in our Braccialini shoulder bag, is that this week (at least for the Italians) is another short work week!! Friday is (yet another)  a national holiday celebrating Epiphany on the catholic calendar, however most Italians know it as the BEFANA, which says there is an old witch who distributes gifts and stockings full of candies to little children….and some not so little children.

Splashing in the rain by naturalitalianwoman featuring a trench coat

Burberry trench coat
$1,495 - net-a-porter.com

Sperry Top-Sider tall boots
$60 - nordstrom.com

Tote bag
€242 - pierotucci.com

Folding umbrella
$130 - barneys.com

Models Own Neon Blusher Brush
$15 - asos.com

Prada ‘Candy’ Eau de Parfum Spray
$108 - nordstrom.com

Metallic Nails In Heart Of Gold
£6 - topshop.com