I am Italian, and the first person who inspired my passion for style was my mother. She has always had an intuitive sense for elegance — the kind of woman who knows exactly how to elevate an outfit, gives honest advice, and lets personal taste shine beyond trends. She remains my greatest inspiration.

I also have a twin sister, and for us, developing our own identity has always been important. Personal styling was a natural part of that journey. When we were little, they used to call us “Francesca blue” and “Ale red,” as if colours alone could define who we were. As we grew older, we found our own ways to express ourselves — through style, the way we speak, the way we move, our humour, our homes, our hobbies, and the friendships we chose. Always so similar, yet beautifully different.