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AGELESS STYLE……..LA CONTESSA

September 24, 2020 94 Comments

GOOD DAY fellow READERS…………..I am sorry to say my pick for AGELESS STYLE has FAILED me a second month in a row!So, you get ME chatting about LIFE and the LITTLE things that keep happening to me.

WE WILL MAKE THIS FUN I PROMISE!

First off I’m feeling pretty good and haven’t had an Episode since the end of AUGUST!

Seems my ATLAS keeps moving in my head!

WHY?

All I can come up with is sleeping on my side or the fact I loaded up my left arm and walked a short distance to the CLOSET and hung clothing at a higher than normal level.

SO, perhaps I PINCHED SOMETHING IN MY NECK.

Let’s GO with that THEROY!

The closet is coming along but NOT FINISHED YET!

I am thrilled we are going to use MY MOTHERS LAMPS in THE CLOSET……WERID I know lamps in a closet but they are crystal and pretty and I will be Happy to get them off the DRYER!…….I think they belonged to MY AUNT ROSELLA.My Mother was a GOOD SCAVENGER like me and if anything was being TOSSED she would TAKE IT!My Mother was the youngest of FIVE CHILDREN in INDIANA.I got my sense of THRIFTING from HER!

THE FINAL PICK for the closet will be an ISLAND ON WHEELS……..I am in no hurry for that to be made as I like the SPACE!I can actually put a yoga mat down and do some exercises! As you can see the TUFFET is TOO BIG.Funny how I thought it might work!I have not been to PILATES REFORMER in 6 months and NO EPISODES in SIX MONTHS could that be a CAUSE?

PILATES!

Food for Thought!

IAM LIKE A DETECTIVE THESE DAYS!

Did I tell you they found ARTHRITIS’S in my neck and spine too?

HONESTLY, 60 is NOT STARTING OUT WITH AN UPBEAT!

MY BIGGEST NEWS is I HAVE BEEN HACKED via INSTAGRAM!

Under the name
WINNERXLORD
PLEASE BLOCK or REMOVE HIM
ON YOUR ACCOUNTS as he NOW has replaced antiquegoddess with WINNERXLORD.

A message came through the DIRECT MESSAGE and it looked official as if it was from INSTAGRAM.Bottom line my first reaction was to ignore it!Then my mistake was to read it again after I had some coffee sips!IACCIDENTALY,I CLICKED ON THE LINK THEY SENT with my fingers……………asking me to AUTHENTICATE my account.NO, NO, NO people…………….they even had me change my PASSWORD!They were TEXTING ME code numbers on MY PHONE!Just like it would be A REAL DEAL!

NO one has felt DUMBER than ME.I WAS DEVASTATED.BROKEN ACTUALLY………….7 years I have been on THAT platform and had posted almost daily.I thought of it as my DIARY of MY LIFE and how I was AGING!I found so MANY WONDERFUL people to FOLLOW and it seems A FEW of YOU ENJOYED MY HUMOR and OUTFITS!

I had over 13,600 FOLLOWERS and I was not selling or pretending to be an INFLUENCER!

JUST BEING ME sharing my LIFE!

From what I hear its hard to get your account back……..if that’s the case I will STOP.

I DID IT!

Proved I could keep up for awhile at least with technology, but now with the neck bugging me it may be a BLESSING!

NO MORE STARING AT THE PHONE!

Think of the chores I will get done!

I found out about BLUE LIGHT GLASSES!

DO YOU WEAR THEM for your computer work and phone cruising?

They have helped me with the TENSION in my Forehead so much!

I have THREE pairs now so I do not need to HUNT for them.

THESE BIG RED GLASSES ARE A PAIR from PEEPERS!

They cost $25.00

I actually like the brand ANRRI the BEST!

TAP HERE AND YOU CAN SHOP!

Sorry NO make up day!

These are $25.99

 “The frame shields your eyes from the damaging and disruptive high-energy visible (HEV) blue light emanating from modern day electronic screens.”

“American adults spend more than 11 hours per day watching, reading, listening to, or simply interacting with digital screens.”

YIKES!

Which brings me to those TWO RINGS around my NECK!

THOSE ARE NEW THIS MONTH!

Just appeared OUT of NO WHERE!

Maybe the MRI machine and the X-Ray machine did it!!!!!!!

I discovered this AFTER a few days of discovering my eyelids were sitting on my EYES……No reason for eye shadow ANYMORE!I woke up and POOF my eyelids were GONE!

WHAT is NEXT?

Why do the FEATURES have to CHANGE so FAST after a certain AGE?

Do NOT answer that!

DID you like THAT CAFTAN I was wearing when you Opened the BLOG?

It came from MOROCCO as a GIFT!

A lovely woman on Instagram found me……………and liked MY STYLE!

It arrived in FIVE DAYS from MOROCCO by DHL……..I have to say THAT DHL out does FEDEX these days!

Would you like to SHOP her KAFTANS?

Over in Morocco they are spelled with a K!

Here you GO………..Prices are included!

WE LIKE THAT………

 

 

This looks like a KIMONO……..I think I know a handful of you that would wear this!

I almost PICKED THIS ONE!

It was NOT EASY!

I think I NEED THIS ONE for EVERY DAY RUNNING AROUND!

PRICES are EXTREMELY GOOD I THINK!

CLICK BELOW that will take you to MOROCCO!

KAFTAN SHOPPING HERE!In Morocco NO LESS!

Her INSTAGRAM NAME is wafanasr.official

ENJOY THE ESCAPE!

 

Other tidbits of MY LIFE………..

 

I received an EMAIL from a READER and FRIEND here for an ESTATE SALE.

Not in my area but for some reason SHE thought of ME!

Do YOU know it was my COUSIN’s HOUSE!!!!

How ODD is THAT or is this where YOU use that WORD SERENDIPITY?

THAT ITALIAN GREEN BOX AND THE YELLOW CHAIR!

The MEXICAN FRAMES and THE FRENCH CANDLESTICKS…………ALL SPEAK TO ME!

Never mind THE CHEST!

 

This was MY AUNTS HOUSE HER MOTHERS HOME.

This photo does NOTHING for the room as it took your breath away when you walked inside!

They were promoting that some of the items came from Here!

 

 

THE RED CHAIR and RED BOX………..would have come home with me!

This all made me terribly SAD when the email arrived.

A LIFE of COLLECTING AND ENJOYMENT just scattered FOREVER………….

This was MY COUSIN.

SHE PASSED LAST DECEMBER……..

BEAUTIFUL WOMAN………I would have loved to have had this photo.

I read YESTERDAY that ONE MILLION people have DIED from COVID-19.

Here in the USA TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND.What is that like 20 percent?

SPAIN and FRANCE are in their second wave………..

I DO BELIEVE THE MASKS ARE HELPING.

Speaking of FRANCE MY BIRTHDAY GIFT TO MYSELF ARRIVED all the way from PROVENCE!

Recall MY AGELESS STYLE WOMAN from JULY…… TARIK?

If you are NEW HERE or feel the Need to head to France after visiting MOROCCO CLICK HERE!

She designs beautiful clothing made from linen.

Me in my GARDEN on the FIRST DAY of FALL!

Photo by Kim Wheeler……. she had a BIRTHDAY recently!

 

 

 

THE ITALIAN made fettuccine and CLAM SAUCE……….it was a HIT!

NO,I cannot EAT IT due to the GLUTEN!

I am NOT MISSING OUT………….or am I?

I HOPE YOU ARE ALL WELL……..and coping OKAY.

We AMERICANS have a lot of UGLINESS happening here.

Let’s get this ELECTION OVER!

AND the PANDEMIC under CONTROL!

XXX

Now head over to CINDY’s BLOG for her AGELESS STYLE PICK of THE MONTH

YOU KNOW IT WILL BE GOOD!

Click above.

 

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  • Cheryl
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    October 22, 2020 at 9:20 AM

    I have missed you on Instagram! Figured out what happened from what I saw on my end. It’s so nice to see you here and know you’re doing well and, as always, looking fabulous! Your closet is amazing and so colorful and sunny and happy. Of course, as a former house-pig mom, I’ve missed Banksy and hope he and all your critters are healthy and happy! You made my day. Take care!

  • Lillian Plummer
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    October 6, 2020 at 4:12 AM

    Oh dear friend I can’t believe you have been hacked! I went looking for you and couldn’t find you, my follow app said you had deleted ?
    Seven years of pics gone in an instant. Hate those hackers, so many Instagram friends now on “private.” What do they possibly get out of it other than cause trouble. Heard zoom is latest hacker territory. Miss your posts and hope you come back, I know how badly you would be feeling as it would leave me gutted. Heard you are on Facebook so I may have to go back there, deleted my account as lots of trouble makers there as well.
    Take care, sending love and hugs Lillian xx

    • LA CONTESSA
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      October 6, 2020 at 10:31 AM

      I thought of you YESTERDAY and here you are!!!
      I do not like FB much but it is a way to keep in touch!I only POST about NEW BLOG POSTS except for THIS WEEk I couldn’t resist a little fun about OUR PRESIDENT!
      IT maybe TIME to LEAVE ALL the social media behind………………..
      I do MISS visiting MY BUDDIES all OVER THE WORLD!
      It was a VALUABLE tool for us middle aged LADIES and hopefully will continue to be……..and YES maybe being PRIVATE would have helped me BUT it was all SO AUTHENTIC. My gut told me NOT to respond but my finger slipped and HIT the LINK!
      THANKS LILLIAN!!!
      XX

  • Anita
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    September 30, 2020 at 5:00 PM

    Hello Sweetheart,
    Just catching up with all your news from closets to caftans!!!
    I miss your daily post on Insta. It’s where we met all those years ago. After you’ve had a break, maybe start an account again. I know so many people would be happy…….particularly me.
    Most importantly Bella, your health is back on track……..?
    Sending love as always.
    Neat xx

    • LA CONTESSA
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      October 1, 2020 at 9:03 AM

      YES,Nothing this past month………..
      MAYBE in the NEW YEAR…………..as you said come back as THE REAL ANTIQUEGODDESS!!!!!
      HYSTERICAL…………….BIG HUGS,
      XX

  • kim
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    September 28, 2020 at 4:38 PM

    I meant good human!!!

  • Kim
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    September 28, 2020 at 4:37 PM

    Elizabeth I am so so sorry for the late comment on here. What a joy to see you even if the other person talked. I always love hearing about your life. I loved seeing you last week. The last photo on here is GORGEOUS with that dress off the shoulders! Glad the closet is coming together. It looks stunning. You need a nice mat for the yoga and yes a ottoman you can slide out. The comments are so sweet here. You are loved and missed and Instagram is not the same without you. Your cousin was a glam girl too. That photo! Must run in the family.. This past week has been rough, I am hoping the election is done quick and this debate is a good one for Joe!!! American can see for themselves who a goof human is. xoxo

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 29, 2020 at 7:40 AM

      I AM JUST HAPPY YOU HAD TIME FOR THE READ…………….I think I need to talk MORE about MY LIFE in ITALY!
      XX

  • Jill James
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    September 27, 2020 at 4:01 PM

    Apologies for being so late reading your post , away from home and my laptop for a few days. So pleased to hear you haven’t had any more episodes, a good sign . I can only imagine your devastation on having your Instagram account hacked . I read on Ari’s post a little while ago that it has happened to many. You are missed , I always enjoyed your posts and your generous spirit shines through both there and on your blog.
    I admit to not knowing blue light glasses, must check them out . The linen from France is delightful , you wear it beautifully and of course those beautiful caftans.
    An eye for decorating certainly runs in your family , your aunts home was simply wonderful, so full of collected treasures.
    The joys of ageing , those life lines that seem to appear from nowhere . Take care.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 28, 2020 at 7:46 AM

      THANK YOU JILL……………how wonderful you got away!!
      LOVE THE BLUE LIGHT GLASSES!
      XX

  • mrs.petrie
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    September 27, 2020 at 1:06 PM

    So sorry your insta was hacked! Missed you over there and came here to see what you’ve been up to. Solved the mystery of how i was following a complete stranger! It was your hacked account, lol. Thankfully, I had immediately deleted him, but had been perplexed as to how he had appeared in my feeds.
    Your closet looks wonderful! Enjoy it. Hope your neck improves and you will reconsider coming back to the Gram. In the meantime, I will tune in here! Be well.
    ~~~ @mrs.petrie (and @what.i._see )

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 27, 2020 at 8:07 PM

      THANKS FOR COMING TO LOOK FOR ME!!!
      I will keep ALL INFORMED HERE…….so I hope you subscribed to the BLOG POSTS!
      XX

  • Cousin Barb
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    September 27, 2020 at 12:05 PM

    So very disappointed about your Instagram account, but very glad you are feeling better. The closet is amazing! I wish you had been able to get your cousin’s photograph. Perhaps a reader will know where it is and send it to you! That would be lovely! Take care, my cousin!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 27, 2020 at 8:09 PM

      NOW THAT WOULD BE SOMETHING!
      DO you know I wrote to the ESTATE SALE WOMAN and she never responded!I explained I was a relative and if ANYTHING was left I would love to acquire!
      WHAT IS WRONG WITH PEOPLE?
      HUGS,I owe you a phone call soon!
      XX

  • Lisa Thomson
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    September 27, 2020 at 11:06 AM

    Hi Elizabeth, you are looking radiant without make up even. So beautiful. I absolutely love that last dress on you (one from France). Good to hear you’re feeling better. I also take pilates and have had some neck issues after class. It’s quite possible in that class if you make one wrong move…things can be irritated. Another reason to stick to outdoor exercise, I’m thinking. Your closet is to die for.
    I can’t imagine finding your cousin’s estate sale by chance like that then seeing all of her things out for purchase. It is a real reminder of how our time here is fleeting and our beloved ‘things’ bear little meaning once we’re gone. Well, I’m sure she had a beautiful life with her lovely surroundings. That’s what life is all about.
    See you soon.
    p.s. I had to laugh at your neck ring comment. I’ve had one for a few years now and I always think of Nora Ephron when I see it in the mirror. “I Feel Bad About My Neck”—a great book.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 28, 2020 at 7:43 AM

      I HAVE HER OTHER BOOKS!SOMEHOW I MISSED THAT ONE!
      HONESTLY I’m AFRAID to MOVE……………….even pulling laundry from the DRYER gives me pain!
      I’m JUST NOT READY FOR ALL OF THIS!
      XX

  • LA CONTESSA
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    September 26, 2020 at 1:26 PM

    VIA EMAIL:

    Oh no! So sorry your Instagram hacked!! I would have no idea and do same thing as you did. Now what can you do- anything to retrieve or start new one? Let us know. Loved the rest of your blog. You Are a beautiful star.

  • 1010ParkPlace
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    September 26, 2020 at 9:51 AM

    I just don’t understand hackers and why they want to steal someone else’s account. If that’s the best thing they can accomplish then they’re very sad indeed. I always wondered how you managed to follow everyone each day on IG. Didn’t that take a huge part of your day? I just can’t do that. Wishing you well sweet lady. NO MORE EPISODES! xoxox, Brenda

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 26, 2020 at 10:23 AM

      YES, it DID……………..
      A REST is GOOD!
      YES, NO MORE EPISODES!
      XOX

  • D. A. Squires
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    September 26, 2020 at 8:30 AM

    Light is really what you are. This word ran through your post… your mother’s lights, the blue light glasses…the sunlight as backdrop, the light shined by your Instagram account. It just seems like the wizards of Instagram should be able to restore everything by keeping all accounts in some kind of impenetrable server vault that could POOF bring it all back anytime an account is hacked. So hacked, but not forever stolen/gone.

    Of course, LIGHT is what we need much more of and seems so hard to find right now. Your light is so important to all of us… you are a beacon, a lighthouse in the dark of night. Keep shining, always, dear Contessa… XOXO

    PS I adored the macaw painting (even though he was scarlet : ) And EVERYTHING in your beautiful cousin’s home… swooning.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 26, 2020 at 10:21 AM

      THAT IS AMAZING you picked up on THAT!
      I did NOT see THAT THREAD of LIGHT at all……………..
      I did THINK of you with the PAINTING HOWEVER!She loved animals especially HORSES and rode and SHOWED back in the day then did BUGGY RACING.I may have that term wrong!
      Like me she had chickens and dogs and a cat always!
      XX

  • Isabel Sallinger
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    September 26, 2020 at 3:04 AM

    I miss seeing your gorgeous pictures every day!! I’m still hopeful you will get your account back. I’m grateful I get to see you on this blog and read about your adventures! And I’m kidnapping the Italian and bringing him to Barcelona so he makes me an awesome closet just like yours!! Stay safe and healthy, my dear friend!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 26, 2020 at 10:17 AM

      IF YOU KIDNAP THE ITALIAN I will be a STOW AWAY!!!!!!
      I have NEVER BEEN and would LOVE TO VISIT SPAIN!
      XX

  • Jane
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    September 25, 2020 at 9:25 PM

    Your Kaftans are beautiful and you have a timeless beauty and strong personality to pull it off. Very elegant on you. Your closet is something I’m so envious of. City homes are somewhat boxy and we would need a whole remodel or addition for me to have such a closet. But I have to say, my tiny space keeps me paring down and decluttering.

    I get you on the aging signs that appear out of nowhere. I tend to get lines on my neck from being in the sun with that extra skin making stripes! ha ha! At sixty, I have “wells” under my eyes, much like whammy mother had. Very hard to conceal-they look like reflections go my eyes. Botox? Scary and expensive.

    Did you get a new hairstyle? I love it.

    Hang in there with the politics, pandemic, and election. You are not alone.

    Jane

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 26, 2020 at 10:16 AM

      NEW HAIR two DAYS AGO!
      What YOU see here is 7 months NO TRIM!
      WILD AND LIMP HAIR……….

      THANKS JANE………….>XX

  • Mithra
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    September 25, 2020 at 7:53 PM

    Very sorry about Instagram. Am changing my password this moment. You posing in your new closet makes me so happy! It is strange but I like well organized closets better than well decorated rooms. And am so pleased you’ve not had episodes recently. I do wonder about Pilates…

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 26, 2020 at 10:11 AM

      THEY ARE SO GOOD FOR ONES MENTAL HEALTH those organized closets!
      THANK YOU!
      XX

  • Juliet
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    September 25, 2020 at 4:56 PM

    Contessa – I am so angry at this Instagram hacking bull-sh__! You are a light on the platform and I have missed your daily posts. If Instagram doesn’t recover your account, I say start a new one – all of your loyal readers will get the word out and soon you will have 20k new friends. As you say, perhaps a break will be good and you can reemerge in the New Year! Your closet is amazing and your mothers lamps will be the icing on the cake. Giampi’s pasta – yum! And, what serendipity regarding your Aunt’s home. So sad none of her things will make it to you. Love your caftan from Morocco and also the linen pieces designed by your last Ageless Style subject. Keep on keeping on Contessa … perhaps more blog posts so satisfy your forlorn IG friends. xo

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 26, 2020 at 10:09 AM

      THANK YOU!
      I NEED THE BREAK so I can READ MORE OF YOUR BOOKS!
      THAT LIBRARY!!!!!!!!!IS STUNNING!!!!
      I can see you in the FALL/WINTER in there with TEA, DOGS and BOOK under a THROW!YOU MAY NEVER EMERGE!!!!!
      XOX

  • Patricia Kellar
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    September 25, 2020 at 4:07 PM

    I really love your garden caftan, with the rose! You look lovely. also the first one from Morocco – fabulous! What beautiful objects at the sale, and so sorry you were not there. I would have wanted everything, in a heartbeat. The hacking is really scary – I think I could have been duped too. Be safe. xx

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 26, 2020 at 10:07 AM

      THANK YOU…………………these longer gowns work for me.I have found MY UNIFORM!
      XX

  • Fifi
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    September 25, 2020 at 3:39 PM

    So I left a comment this morning but it’s gone! Go figure!! What I said was that rings around the neck or not you look stunning! I am so sorry you got hacked but it happens to the best of us. Either I am not among the ‘best of us” or the hackers have caught up with me yet but I suspect it will happen sooner or later. What a drag! Love your ’boutique closet”! If I come visit can you put a little sofa bed in it for me? Just kidding but it would make a lovely sleeping nook. Take care of your beautiful, stylish self. xoxoxo

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 26, 2020 at 10:06 AM

      SORRY……….THAT HAPPENS TO ALL OF US!
      CYBER BULLIES!!!!!!
      THANK YOU FOR CHECKING BACK…………..!!!!
      Well, you may have to sleep with BANKSY as he has a new fondness for THE CLOSET BUT YES ALWAYS WELCOME HERE FIFI!
      XOXO

  • Meason
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    September 25, 2020 at 12:45 PM

    Ps… sorry about the weird typo of question marks darn it; they were supposed to be exclamation points

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 1:09 PM

      I CAN CHANGE IT!
      XX

  • Never Mind Donna
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    September 25, 2020 at 12:44 PM

    Late to the party seeing your blog this month. I am so sorry to see that you have been HACKED. I was hacked, but did not do any “clicking through”, so my account stayed intact; I just had to change the password. Technology is a two-edged sword… Hope to see you soon!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 1:09 PM

      NO NOT LATE THE BLOG WENT OUT TODAY!!!!!
      YOU ARE RIGHT ON TIME!
      HEALDSBURG CALLS YOU!!!!
      XX

  • Meason
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    September 25, 2020 at 12:44 PM

    That first photo of you with the red glasses and yellow; you are looking down a bit for the shot is the most beautiful portrait I’ve ever seen of you?????? You MUST use it on your front page; permanently….wow!!! It is stunningly gorgeous!!!
    Big cheers, Meason

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 1:07 PM

      HOW THE HECK ARE YOU!!!!???
      THAT WAS A MISTAKE ANOTHER FAUX PAUX……..running with phone in hand and hit the CLICK BUTTON!
      THE DOUBLE CHIN IS HANGING THERE…………
      LOVELY TO HEAR FROM YOU ITS BEEN YEARS!!!
      XX

  • sunday hendrickson
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    September 25, 2020 at 12:10 PM

    Bella Bella Contessa! A magnifico post as usual~
    Please ask Giampo to save your portion of linguini avongola (did I say it right?) for moi.
    Def will be worth making the trip from So Cal…
    my mouth is already watering….
    xo
    Domenica

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 1:05 PM

      I’ll TRY AND MAIL SOME!!!!!! HA!
      NOT A GOOD IDEA!
      TUTTO BENE in your neck of THE PACIFIC?
      FALL HAS STRUCK UP HERE……………with our Indian summer the light is GLORIOUS!
      XX

  • Fran
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    September 25, 2020 at 10:33 AM

    Carissima Contessa….can’t believe you got targeted on IG – especially since you weren’t selling or making any money off of it. When it first happened to me, 3 yrs. ago, it took me 1 yr. to recover. On my third account now and before pausing for a while now, due to health probs.,I was having A LOT of glitches with Instagram. They’d “freeze” me for periods at a time or have a lot of my lovely followers blocked – really disappointing app. Getting through to them is impossible with their automated service. The only way I got back on was with Valerie’s help. Anyway, I do hope you reconsider someday SOON- you know all your loyal followers would sign back on in a SNAP! I hope you continue to FEEL BETTER TOO! STAY SAFE! STAY ENCHANTING! Btw what size shoe do you wear?
    FranXX00

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 11:01 AM

      8.5……….is the FOOT SIZE and HOW ARE YOU?!!!!!!
      LONG TIME NO HEAR OR SEE ON INSTAGRAM………….
      WE MUST EMAIL………send me an email with and update on YOUR HEALTH and GIRLS!
      iolacontessa@gmail.com

      XXX

  • Pat
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    September 25, 2020 at 7:41 AM

    The Fabulous style gene runs in your family! Instead of thinking of her collection being spread around as a negative thing, I like to think of it as spreading and multiplying joy.. in a sense, her spirit lives on.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 8:27 AM

      GOOD THOUGHT!
      DO YOU HAVE YOUR RED SHOES ON?
      XX

  • Daron Baylis-Duffield
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    September 25, 2020 at 6:11 AM

    Wonderful to hear from you and I have to add, that is some closet you have there Missus!!!
    It’s a real pain in the patootie when or if your account is hacked. These things I believe are brought to try us, and some of us, unfortunately not me often, cope better than others.
    I have to admit that looking at the photos of your Aunt’s house, if you and I had been at the auction together I believe we would have needed a pantechnicon to transport the stuff we bought.
    Anyway my dearest Contessa, it was a great post and wonderful to read. Loved your birthday present to yourself.
    All love

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 7:25 AM

      YES, YOU AND I would have DONE REAL DAMAGE!
      TWO PEAS of THE SAME POD!
      I hope you got my last email with the questions?
      I shall follow up soon!
      I HAD TO DO IT!I MAY NEVER GET BACK TO FRANCE AND THIS WAY I CAN FEEL I AM THERE!
      XOXO

  • Mumbai
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    September 25, 2020 at 5:50 AM

    Versatile post. Confused where to have start with my comments. First of all, to hear you feel much better is fantastic and important too.
    Then…I love your boudoir..it’s you. Don’t like the color beige on you at all…you need color which represanted also your character.
    Further…shit happen and in these particularly fraudulently times we have to take care and sometimes ask ourself twice if we should use all that gadges. Spain is going into a 2nd lockdown, parts of Madrid has it already, many hotels and shops on the coast (tourist area)
    are closed, restaurants empty….let’s think pink and hope that this desaster will come to an end soon. ..otherwise I will get a covid-phobie.
    Take care and hugs

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 7:21 AM

      THANK YOU for YOUR HONESTY!
      I WILL ADD COLOR TO THE ENSEMBLE if I EVER GO OUT AGAIN!
      HAT, BASKET BAG, FLOWER……………THE MATERIAL is FABULOUS and so FARMERS MARKET~ GROCERY STORE EASY!!!!!!!!!
      Yesterday I was at the Grocery store in YELLOW LINEN from head to TOE………a MAN turns to me and says”INTERESTING OUTFIT!”I replied……….AT LEAST YOU CAN SEE ME COMING!!!!!!!
      XXX

      • Mumbai
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        September 26, 2020 at 1:59 AM

        you are so funny…. and yes amp it up with more color.

  • Shirl Altland
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    September 25, 2020 at 5:33 AM

    Elizabeth
    This post arrived in my email today and I said to myself she’s all right…..I was going to email to ask if you were all right.
    So sorry you have been hacked….I MISS your posts on Instagram. Love the closet WOW looks like a small boutique.
    Will the lamps go on the island?? Sure wish I could have gone to that house sale I see so many things I would buy and
    I think you look like your cousin what a Lady!!!
    What and Where are you going to post again I would love to follow again? Stay safe out there with ALL there fires and this Covid.
    Oh by the way I like the Kaftan you were going to buy I love the colors.
    Take Care

  • Dinner Party Guru
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    September 25, 2020 at 5:33 AM

    Elizabeth,

    I was so saddened about your Instagram … hoping they can somehow restore.

    I loved this post. One of the beautiful caftans looks so like Johnny Waa the one you almost ordered.

    For your style icon have you ever interviewed Tziporah Salamon? I love her style and philosophies ~ we might as well get dressed everyday it is like eating!

    So glad of the news on the episodes. Blessings to you.

    Amanda

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 7:16 AM

      HELLO!
      THANK YOU FOR YOUR PHONE CALL…………….I WAS OUT GETTING THE HAIR CUT AFTER MONTHS OF NO CUTS!
      THE DAY GOT AWAY FROM ME AND HERE I AM.
      I think thats what attracted me to it TOO the JOHNEY WAS ASPECT but since I have PLENTY of those I went another DIRECTION!

      YES, TZIPPY AND I ARE BUDDIES and she was one of the FIRST to do AGELESS STYLE!
      IT was when her BOOK LAUNCHED……………do you have that?Worth the investment!

      XX

  • Shirl Altland
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    September 25, 2020 at 5:30 AM

    Elizabeth
    This post arrived in my email today and I said to myself she’s all right…..I was going to email to ask if you were all right.
    So sorry you have been hacked….I MISS your posts on Instagram. Love the closet WOW looks like a small boutique.
    Will the lamps go on the island?? Sure wish I could have gone to that house sale I see so many things I would buy and
    I think you look like your cousin what a Lady!!!
    What and Where are you going to post again I would love to follow again? Stay safe out there with ALL there fires and this Covid.
    Oh by the way I like the Kaftan you were going to buy I love the colors.
    Take Care
    Shirl

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      September 25, 2020 at 7:12 AM

      THE LAMPS will NOT GO ON THE ISLAND………..STAY TUNED I WILL SHARE A PHOTO ONCE ITS COMPLETE!
      NO INSTAGRAM for awhile unless somehow they get my PAGE BACK!
      THANK YOU for writing!!
      XX

  • cindy
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    September 25, 2020 at 5:15 AM

    Love fettucine with clam sauce! Those dresses from your friend in France are to die for. Love the frayed hem detail. I can attest to the beauty of the Contessas lair (aka closet). I am coveting that new closet!! Summer sure enjoyed the menagerie. She is still talking about where is Theodore? Or Deodore as she says.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 7:09 AM

      FUN having you two over………….SHE IS ADORABLE!
      DEODORE will come back once the GRAND DOG LEAVES!
      I will send a PHOTO TO PROVE IT!!!
      XX

  • DaniBP
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    September 25, 2020 at 5:11 AM

    Oh no this instagram hack is just dreadful. I don’t go on instagram very often, a few minutes a day maybe, but I saw that account winnerxlord and I thought, who’s that? I don’t follow anyone by that name. Now I know, ugh it’s really the pits, instagram is like a diary/journal for you. Is your account really gone for good?!
    I’ve been run off my feet this week trying to get in all kinds of appointments before our virus numbers get to lockdown stage again, that seems to be coming our way. I’m so happy you’ve been episode free, and interesting about the pilates, I shouldn’t wonder there would be a connection there! I just love your closet so much, it’s perfect. Take good care Dear Contessa !!!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 7:07 AM

      BLOCK HIM!
      I OWE YOU A PHONE CALL!
      XX

  • suzanna
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    September 25, 2020 at 4:32 AM

    Hi Elizabeth, we were hit cold with Sally the hurricane, no one was prepared, she turned East while people were sleeping! My 100+ Year old (2) cedars were destroyed, and a lot more, my I was mortified. People are driving by taking the pieces. They were 4 feet wide. Please don’t feel bad, many are being hacked & lost their Instagram accounts given years of attention & followers, that doesn’t make it better but the word is out to be vigilant and careful. I love the linen you are wearing, perfect for Florida heat!! 2020 has been a crazy stressful year for all of us! For me, I am exhausted! XOXO ? suzanna

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 7:06 AM

      SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT SALLY AND HER WRATH………..of DESTRUCTION!!!

      LETS just chop up 2020 even if it sounds so GOOD to SAY and fun to write as a WASH!!!!!!!!!!

      IS YOUR HOUSE OKAY?

      XX

  • sherry j higgins
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    September 25, 2020 at 4:11 AM

    So sorry you were hacked! I worry about that all the time…..you look wonderful in all of your beautiful caftans!

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 7:02 AM

      THANK YOU!
      NOW YOU WILL BE ON HIGH ALERT!
      XX

  • Andrea Serrahn
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    September 24, 2020 at 9:19 PM

    You have been robbed of your best medium of self expression! How dare they!!! Well, I appreciate your sharing with us how it happened. You will come out on top. Eventually! Your closer divine. And you are looking fabulous in spite of this setback. Be wise with whom you share your personal info! XoX

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 7:01 AM

      YES………..wise is NOT ALWAYS MY PATH!
      GULLIBLE is MORE LIKE IT!
      LESSON LEARNED……………UNFORTUNATLY.
      WISE WORDS from A WISE WOMAN!
      WEBSITE UP?
      XOX

  • Pipistrello
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    September 24, 2020 at 7:03 PM

    Ciao Bella,

    You’re looking rather lovely, as usual! Did you and Cindy not realise you really did set yourselves a punishing schedule of monthly postings! I did imagine that at some point you’ll be needing to rope in your plain-Jane couch-potato cousins … but then you show us a picture of your cousin and she’s absolutely gorgeous!! Your family is very strongly represented in the style stakes, and I feel that you do prove that taste and decorating are genetic traits – and I’m sure all her treasures will go to good homes. Anyhoo, it’s like the Good Ol’ Days with just you to feast upon on your blog!!

    Pilates could be aggravating things? It’s definitely something I overdid in the past. I’d do reformer twice a week and then after a few years I started to get hip pain, which I thought was coming from all manner of other things, so just soldiered on with it. I eventually took a break when I got a bad ‘flu some years ago and after several weeks of not going, realised my hip wasn’t sore any more … That was the end of pilates! Not having a perfectly symmetrical frame no doubt created a stress somewhere. It also reminds me of when I made small talk with a physiotherapist when I broke my foot ages ago, and when I asked how business was going, she said It’s never been better since yoga took off!

    Instagram, meanwhile, is a whole other subject. I hadn’t fully appreciated that you’ve been using it for so long. And funny you should mention a suspicion that regular device-peering may not the most advantageous pastime for your neck, it was only a couple of years ago that I finally go a smartphone and prior to that I used to watch all the young ‘uns (and plenty of oldies!) walking around with the worst posture and their phones up near their faces, and wonder if this was going to be the start of Something Painful for them in the years to come? As I soon discovered, of course, Instagram is very addictive … But everything has its day, so maybe your annoying hacker did you a favour and you can go cold turkey and set a New Trend? Reading has become all the rage around this Casa!!

    Did your mother have the same neck lines? I had a bit of a shock the other day when I took some photos of myself with my Mum & Brother, as unbeknownst to me, we have exactly the same wrinkles all over our faces!! For a long time, the comment is usually made about how strong she and I resemble each other but I’d look at her lines and think Nope! Rather chastening, I might add, and henceforth they shall not be referred to as Wrinkles but Expression Lines …

    Pasta alla vongole is divine, by the way, and your Italian’s offering looks positively delicious, so Yes!, I believe you are missing out!!!

    Keep well and baci from here xx

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 25, 2020 at 6:57 AM

      HOW I ADORED THIS…………….
      THANK YOU!
      NO, to answer your question I do not BELIEVE my MOTHER had those two RINGS around her NECK!!I will have to go look at some photos NOW!THE EXPRESSION LINES HAVE COME FULL FORCE THIS PAST YEAR AND I CAN SEE NEW ONES EVERY WEEK!Life has been GOOD to me but these PAST FIVE YEARS of dealing with the EPISODES and other CRAP has not been “USER FRIENDLY”…………..the stress and exhaustion take their TOLL.
      IAM READING TOO ALOT but once again the head is looking DOWN and NOT good for THY NECK…………..I try to hold the book up at eye level but GRAVITY WINS EVERY TIME!
      BACI BELLA………….AND THANK YOU!
      XXX

  • Mary Ann Pickett
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    September 24, 2020 at 5:38 PM

    You are the epitome of Ageless Style! I don’t understand why people don’t follow through with promises. I mean if I say I will do something, I do it (like when Cindy coerced me). I am just devastated by the loss of you on Instagram. Please start a new account. Please?!
    Take care.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      September 24, 2020 at 6:01 PM

      THE HYSTERICAL BIT was her hobby is photography but yet she couldn’t get me any photos…….I have ALL the questions answered but to give her an OUT she did have a bit of TRAUMA going on but still LIFE goes on you still have to EAT…….and what a few photos……..I always ask for 10 would be happy with 4!
      I have LEARNED MY LESSON……..ALWAYS have a BACK- UP PLAN!Which I normally do but I had let my INVENTORY of LADIES SLIP………
      I was able to SHARE BLUE LIGHT GLASSES AND BEING HACKED MORE IMPORTANT FOR OUR HEALTH!
      XX

  • Heidi
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    September 24, 2020 at 5:14 PM

    Hello Elizabeth,
    What a pain that you got hacked. I can’t believe people actually spend time doing that. What is it, sport or a thrill or something? What did they hope to gain? Anyway, if you do decide to start up on Instagram again we will all be so happy, and your followers will be there again in a heartbeat.
    I love your very colorful closet, it’s fabulous! All those pretty frocks hanging and your bags and hats. Ooh la la!
    Photos from the auction show an amazing collection of beautiful items. Some people really know how to live! I love home decor that obviously evolved over the decades, it tells the story of the people who lived there.
    Gluten free pasta is all I cook nowadays. Everyone gets the same, I used to make two pots with different types but it was such a bother. I actually find the chickpea pasta very tasty and healthy, too. You might ask your Italian to substitute for you so you don’t have to miss out on any of those wonderful dishes anymore!
    Hope you continue to feel well and no more episodes!
    Glad you all had a nice time for Kim’s birthday. It looked like fun!
    XO Heidi

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      September 24, 2020 at 5:56 PM

      NO WAY WILL THAT ITALIAN EAT GLUTEN FREE WHEN HE WORKS SO HARD HE GETS THE REAL DEAL!
      BARILLA (BLUE BOX) is THE BEST I HAVE FOUND…………….even THE REAL ITALIAN AGREEs it is very close to the REAL DEAL.
      NO IDEA……..why these HACKERS DO WHAT THEY DO…….BORED?EVIL? A little of both perhaps………THE CHALLENGE?
      I have been told they sell YOUR FOLLOWERS and your PAGE……..who knows I certainly have no desire to find out either as I feel my privacy has been invaded.
      HE BROKE ME……………
      MAD INSTAGRAM has NOT RESPONDED. I did send a SNAIL MAIL to the CEO of Instagram with a PHOTO OF BANKSY AND I telling OUR TALE ……Lets see if that LIGHTS A FIRE!
      If NOT MAYBE ITS TIME TO STRIKE………….HA!!!
      XOXO

  • Val
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    September 24, 2020 at 2:53 PM

    WOW!!! What a closet….I think the Italian may have to build you another one very soon:) Your cousin was BEAUTIFUL-I see the Family resemblance. So many lovely things-was there no one to leave them too? Just to let you know-I subscribed to your Blog but did not receive any notification-you mentioned the other day that you would be posting so I took a look! Did you already know about WINNERXLORD Before we spoke? I know you are taking a rest BUT I MISS your postings!! I’m Sure We ALL do-No BANKSY and Friends videos? SAY IT ISN’T SO! Well…have a Very Good rest and I’ll have a LARGE bowl of the Italians Fettuccine and Clams.

    XOXOXO

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      September 24, 2020 at 5:48 PM

      TOMORROW you will receive NOTIFICATION about 7 AM YOUR TIME!
      I publish one day and those with WORDPRESS or who follow me on FACEBOOK SEE A DAY EARLIER than those SUBSCRIBED!
      CHECK TOMORROW!!!!
      I HOPE ITS THERE!
      I GOT notified YOU SUBSCRIBED!!!
      THANK YOU…………….THANK YOU for everything!
      YES,YOUR PHONE CALL MADE ME AWARE OF HIS ROYAL LORD!!!!!!!
      XXX

  • Parnassus
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    September 24, 2020 at 1:30 PM

    Hello Contessa, It is strange when we attend or find out about a house sale of someone we knew or who was related. I recall one sale I was at of a collector with many friends, all of whom wanted a souvenir, and who discussed his life so it was like a mini memorial service. And his things got new homes with people who appreciated them.
    –Jim

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      September 24, 2020 at 5:45 PM

      LETS HOPE JIM……..LETS HOPE THAT IS THE CASE………
      I keep thinking about MY LOAD OF STUFF……………I think I will start giving away to folks I know will Like it!
      Or became a CRAZY OLD LADY who GIFTS HER OWN GOODS!!!
      MY AUNT did that with MY MOTHER!IT drove my MOTHER CRAZY!I LIKE THE IDEA but understand people feeling a bit ODD about it!IT’s a TRUE GIFT OF THE HEART in MY WORLD………..XX

  • Lorna
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    September 24, 2020 at 11:12 AM

    I am glad you wrote about yourself this month. I’ve been thinking about you and hoping you didn’t have any more episodes. So it’s great to hear you’ve been doing well.
    I am really sorry you got hacked. It’d a shame a we’re all missing you a lot. You always made me smile. I hope you will reconsider and start another account at some point.
    Your closet is huge and gorgeous. Thanks for sharing with us. Those lamps really make it look grand – perfect for a Contessa.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      September 24, 2020 at 12:00 PM

      YOU cannot see THE LAMPS YET!I still have to CLEAN THEM and DUST THEM……….
      Three years in the PANTRY!!!!!WITH THEODORE AND HIS FOOD!!!
      THANK YOU for thinking about me………I’ve been a bit DOWN lately.
      TIME TO RISE AND SHINE!!!
      XX

  • judith
    · Reply

    September 24, 2020 at 11:01 AM

    You look smashing, Elizabeth! The closet is coming along nicely. It reminds me of a small boutique. Your cousin was stunning and glamorous. I feel the same way as you about an estate sale; everything the person collected and enjoyed is reduced to being dispersed by a sale or giveaway at the end. It’s sad to think about. And reminds me that I need to clean up my own house. I know I owe you an e-mail, so stay tuned! So glad you are feeling better.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      September 24, 2020 at 11:58 AM

      YES, MY BOUTIQUE that will keep me going!
      Oh good I will look forward to your email……………
      I LOVE THAT WORD SMASHING!!!!
      THANK YOU!
      XX

  • Robin
    · Reply

    September 24, 2020 at 10:39 AM

    Hello Dear Contessa,
    So sorry to hear of your Instagram. I was checking in daily, and thinking I was doing something wrong. Always a bright part of my day.
    Your closet looks wonderful! It must truly be a joy for you. So much happiness!!
    The fettuccine alle vongole looks fantastic!! Bravo GP. So nice you could celebrate Kim’s birthday together.
    Here in Umbria, mask wearing is still mandatory, since the beginning, as well as social distancing. So sad to read about the American statistics! Please, everyone get out and vote.
    You, by the way, look stunning. I love the off shoulder look- so glamorous!
    Big hugs from Bella Italia XXo

    • Jacqueline
      · Reply

      September 24, 2020 at 11:03 AM

      So horrible when you get hacked. My Amazon account was hacked and it took hours and hours of phone calls to sort it out !!!
      You look fabulous in all of your Kaftans Elizabeth … they suit your personality perfectly…… and the pasta looks amazing. XXXX

      • LA CONTESSA
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        Author
        September 24, 2020 at 12:01 PM

        MILLIE GRAZIE………LOved the Blog Post on your MAMA!
        XX

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      September 24, 2020 at 11:22 AM

      WE TOO WORE MASKS but took off for THE PHOTO!
      I am reading BOOKS on our PRESIDENT……..do you know he hired the TURKEY SANDWICH DELIVERY BOY in TRUMP TOWERS to run one of the Inaugural events?The kid was about 25 years old.
      By the way the turkey sandwich was for his DINNER!Guess the Mrs.’s doesn’t cook!
      Pass that around!The ITALIANS will LOVE HIM EVEN MORE!!!!!!!!
      I can remember not even being able to FIND a TURKEY to do THANKS GIVING in ITALIA!They were NOT in the grocery stores!!!
      MAYBE NOVELI???ARE they available NOW?
      BACI BELLA……….XX

  • Rachel
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    September 24, 2020 at 10:34 AM

    I hope you are feeling better each day.

    I love your closet. It is so luxurious. I do have a word of caution for you, however. Ugh, you may say. One more caution in a world overrun with new rules? I will share my experience, nevertheless, and leave it to you to take precautions or not.

    I once had a walk-in closet with a small East facing window covered by an old fashioned pull-down shade. The closet had good lighting, so I never bothered to raise the shade. One day I noticed that many pieces of clothing had a pencil thin stripe of fading across one shoulder and part way down the front. Quite baffling, until I realized that there was a teensy sliver of light coming in at the point where the shade didn’t quite meet the window frame. Although the closet received only morning light, it was strong enough to fade my clothing.

    The abundant natural light in your closet made me envious, but also gave me pause. I don’t want to add anything upsetting to your day, or add one more item to your To Do list, but I would hate to see any of your pretty clothing, purses, or scarves ruined in any way. So, I’m offering my experience as food for thought.

    Wishing you health and happiness.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 24, 2020 at 11:13 AM

      NO WORRIES THERE and I SO APPRECIATE YOU BRINGING IT UP!
      DO YOU THINK THAT DETAIL WOULD PASS BY THE ITALIAN????!!!!!NOT A CHANCE!
      THEY ARE COATED AND NO LIGHT WILL AFFECT THE CLOTHING OR BASKETS OR SO THEY GUARANTEE ……we shall see!
      WORSE case scenario I will have TO REPLACE ALL THOSE CAFTANS AND BASKETS!!!!!
      THIS TASK WOULD BE A JOY………..although I would MISS quiet a FEW!!!
      THANK YOU!
      XX

  • LA CONTESSA
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    Author
    September 24, 2020 at 9:28 AM

    YOUR ENGLISH IS FANTASTIC!!
    I APLAUD ANYONE WHO CAN TACKLE MORE THAN ONE LANGUAGE!!!!
    FINGERS CROSSED YOU SELL OUT!!!
    When will the NEW SEASON KAFTANS be shown on your website?
    XX

  • Wafa Nasr
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    September 24, 2020 at 8:45 AM

    My dear..I am soooooo happy to be on your blog. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support and your kind words. I’ve always been a huuuge fan of your style..your positivity, your smile. Everything is so inspiring!
    PS- forgive my English! I feel more comfortable with French!

  • Susan Erickson
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    September 24, 2020 at 7:57 AM

    Sorry to hear what has come about your way from health and Instagram issues. Maddening !
    Just to let you know that I’m here to watch any of your postings from wherever and however they get to me. Keep up your creative work. ONWARD.

    • LA CONTESSA
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      September 24, 2020 at 9:26 AM

      HOW NICE of YOU to check in…………….I feel YOUR a FRIEND from THE PAST!Well, you are but seldom comment so THANK YOU!THE BLOG WILL CONTINUE…………UNTIL I DIE most likely!OR YOU ALL UN-SUBSCRIBE!
      HUGS,XX

  • Sandra Sallin
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    September 24, 2020 at 7:57 AM

    Well, I’m really pissed about you being hacked. I so looked forward to your posts everyday. Really Instagram should get on it and help you get your account back. I love your closet. You can actually see what you have. My mouth watered at the shot of Gianpies pasta. YUM!I can see lamps in your closet better than on your dryer. It’s all good. Your cousins house reminds me of yours. Lots of goodies. Here’s hoping you get your account back. At least we have you here.

    • Sandra Sallin
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      September 24, 2020 at 8:50 AM

      Oops, sorry about the misspellings. My kids always tell me to read before posting.

      • LA CONTESSA
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        Author
        September 24, 2020 at 9:24 AM

        I FIXED IT!I CAN ALWAYS FIX THOSE mis-haps!
        THE LAMPS ACTUALLY were a STATEMENT on the DRYER as those machine are in MY PANTRY!The only thing was I couldn’t plug them in!NOW THEY WILL LIGHT UP MY LIFE!
        HA!
        XX

  • Diana Amato
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    September 24, 2020 at 7:26 AM

    So good to see and hear from you here this morning!! I say start a new account! We will all support your debut! So many changes going on for so many at this time. Please stay well and keep your chin up!
    XOXO Diana

    • LA CONTESSA
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      Author
      September 24, 2020 at 9:20 AM

      NO interest at the moment in doing that!I want to see if staying off ONE LESS DEVICE HELPS MY NECK!Maybe the NEW YEAR……………….I hear your going to be FEATURED on a BLOG SOON!!!!
      CHIN Tucked for POSTURE!BUT YES I WILL KEEP ON KEEPING ON!!!
      XOXO

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