Lexi Ioannou, who is best known as the daughter of Real Housewives of New Jersey alum Dina Manzo, is carving out a name for herself in the fashion world.
Lexi is the founder of Shop Nou, a brand specializing in limited-edition shoes and curated vintage treasures.
Per her Nylon feature, which dropped Jan. 26, the designer has already outfitted Kylie Jenner and even created custom heels for Addison Rae.
However, her ultimate muse is the Jersey girl she grew up as.
“I hate quiet luxury,” Lexi told the publication.
“I grew up in such a colorful environment where there was just so much print and color at once. Now I’ve kind of learned to fine-tune it.”
As the only daughter of Dina Manzo—whose enviable closet inspired many—Lexi’s love of fashion was sparked early on.
That passion also became a source of strength during one of the darkest chapters in her family’s life.
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In 2012, Dina separated from Tommy Manzo. Three years later, Tommy allegedly hired and assisted a member of the Lucchese crime family to attack Dina’s now-husband, David Cantin.
In 2024, Lexi addressed the trauma head-on in a personal essay titled “Don’t Poke the Bear.”
She detailed the “psychological warfare” she says the Manzos inflicted on both her and her mother.
Her essay read in part:
“This piece is a declaration—a refusal to live in accordance with those who I once perceived to hold power over me. I share this truth not only for myself, but for my mother and for all of those who quietly endure their pain. I invite you to reclaim your power if you feel you’ve lost it. Be the bear.”
We love seeing Lexi continue to shine and do what makes her happy—fashionably, of course.
