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As I've mentioned before, this is my first proper visit to Italy since living here in the country almost 10 years ago. And while it's usually safe to assume a lot can change in a city over 10 years, I really wanted to believe a lot would be the same, especially in a city like Rome. I'm happy to report that this was exactly the case. Of course, construction and renovations may have changed the and lifted the city in some much needed ways, but the overall feeling I had when I was there: that same exact surreal magic that I experienced over 10 years ago.

Walking past the Trevi Fountain, past the Pantheon, looping around the winding streets that lead you to ruins and eventually the colosseum. Ducking into unmarked alleyways for the promise of gelato. Hearing the gentle, low hum of nearby church bells. The sun setting over the Vatican, blazing the sky in pinks and reds and oranges. I was left in awe, much like I was left in awe all those years ago.

What made it extra special for me this time, was that I chose to walk everywhere, even to spots that were clear on the other side of the city. I felt like if I was in Rome, I had to see Rome and do Rome, just as the Romans do. For that reason, I exhausted more than my fair share of espadrilles and sandals (naturally), but when my friend Angie met up with me on her first night in town, we decided to make a special evening of it. I had these lace Imagine Vince Camuto wedges (originally scooped up for a wedding that I have later this summer) packed just for this reason -- they were exactly what I needed to elevate the outfit, but also navigate the cobblestone streets with ease. I even had a few local women stop to ask me who my shoes were by -- which in my book, when a stylish Italian woman covets your shoes, it's the highest form of flattery.

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OUTFIT DETAILS: St. Roche dress (similar style here) // Imagine Vince Camuto wedges // Celine sunglasses // Chloe "Drew" bag

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This post was in collaboration with Imagine Vince Camuto. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!

Photos by Angie Silvy