Fete Lifestyle Magazine December 2024 - Holiday Issue | Page 85

How has your time in Europe, particularly Italy, influenced your sense of living and style?

I did live in Europe for about 5 years and I loved it. Italians and French are all about quality. I think investing in a few well-made beautiful pieces for your wardrobe is the way to go.

If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self growing up in Chicago, what would it be?

Believe in yourself. Trust that gut feeling. Don’t second guess yourself so much.

What does “home” mean to you during the holidays after living in so many vibrant places?

Wherever my loved ones are is where I want to be.