Dina Manzo Shares Big News on Daughter Lexi's Career: "My Heart Is Bursting..."
The Real Housewives of New Jersey alum is proudly bragging about her daughter's latest accomplishment.
Dina Manzo is one proud mom to her 28-year-old daughter, Lexi Iaonnou. The Real Housewives of New Jersey alum has always been close to her kid, and her latest Instagram post, announcing Lexi's new business — Nou Home — is major proof of that.
In addition to running her own fashion and travel blog, Boho Chicken, Lexi now has her own online boutique, selling vintage housewares for the very first time. Dina took to her Instagram feed earlier this week, where she posted the most stunning photos of her and her daughter, as well as a number of vintage goods.
The entrepreneur and long-time interior designer explained how her daughter's love of vintage items came to be after she was thrust into the world of interior design at birth. "With the excuse of 'my sitter canceled' she would accompany me on client pitches, job sites, installation days, and beyond. Some of you witnessed the maximalist home she grew up in. We like to call it High-Class hoarding," Dina wrote in the caption of the post.
"Today my heart is bursting as Lexi's eye for vintage steps into the world of Interiors that is undeniably in her bones," she continued. "My mother, my grandmother, and all the women before her knew the art of creating a sanctuary, a place to fill your heart and soul with 'Objects of Affection.' So proud of you Lexi. Now let's go shopping!"
Details on Dina Manzo's daughter Lexi Iaonnou's online boutique, Nou
Lexi, who is now based in Los Angeles, first launched Nou in 2018, selling fun clothing items and accessories like vintage Chanel shoes and colorful Dolce and Gabbana dresses. But, the addition of housewares is something that she just introduced to the site this week.
"I'm always on the hunt for beautiful things in new places," she told Vogue on October 30. "I've been collecting homeware for myself and my friends for many years, but it wasn't until an antique sourcing trip to Provence this summer that I decided to share vintage homeware with the Nou community."
Nou's homeware collection includes a number of vintage plates, vases, candlesticks, and glassware. They're the perfect addition to any New Jersey mansion or chic Southern California home or anywhere in between.
Dina Manzo's husband Dave Cantin Reacts to Lexi's new business move
Dina's husband, Dave Cantin, took to the comments of Lexi's Instagram post, announcing her new venture, where he had the sweetest things to say about her. "I am incredibly proud of you and the vision you quickly turned into a fantastic reality," he wrote. "Your talent and drive are mesmerizing to watch and see you perform. It's not by luck you have achieved this successful outcome and I'm excited to watch your incredible future ahead. I love you."
What Lexi Iaonnou has been up to since The Real Housewives of New Jersey
Where does Lexi Iaonnou live today?
In addition to living in Los Angeles and running her own business, Lexi has been traveling the world, collecting items, and living her best life — and documenting the whole process on Instagram. She took a trip to Texas earlier this month, where she sourced some stunning items for Nou, and often shows off her outfits on the account. She also writes her own Substack, released weekly, filled with city guides, shopping tips, and personal essays.
Does Lexi Iaonnou have a boyfriend?
Lexi also has a boyfriend who she met while on vacation in Mexico. She opened up about this in an Instagram tribute, posted to her account in September 2024.
"This Texan guy inspires this fiery Jersey girl to be a better version of herself every single day," she wrote in the caption of the post. "Happy birthday Austy, I'm so lucky to have found you. And if anyone's looking for love, you might just find it at a nightclub while on vacation in Cabo."
