The best fashion and gift stores Italy

This delightful shop highlights the handicraft know-how of the various regions of Sardinia through a selection of objects that reflect the great modernity of traditions. Elegant and refined, the beautiful and original objects are a world away from the folklore repertoire, while drawing on it. Wool carpets, embroidered tea towels or cushions, clay gourds, precious jewellery, many of the items are unique. We are at the antipodes of made in China and kitsch. The ideal place to do some typical shopping before going back

A Florentine institution founded in 1967 by Loretta, a woman with an incredible life, who started embroidering and sewing at the age of 9. At first, sewing was a necessity. Then, Loretta's colorful embroidery stood out and attracted the attention of the Rockefeller family. The Caponi style was born. Today, her daughter, Lucia, is in charge of this superb boutique-workshop, where you will find very chic household linen, hand-embroidered cushions, silk pyjamas and other colourful nighties. A remarkable craft!

Another beautiful family story, and one of talent! It all began in the late 1800s, when Frenchwoman Luisa Jaquin openedher little straw hat shop in Paris. Then, in 1929, her daughter Olga and her husband Lido Panconesi opened their fashion boutique, named Luisa, in Florence, a stone's throw from the Duomo. Taken over in 1968 by their son Andrea Panconesi, it has now become an ultra trendy multi-brand luxury concept store, with fashion items, jewellery and accessories, as well as a well-known e-shop in the fashion world.

An enchantment, this glass factory. We find it at the end of a long alley. The business is a family one, run by Raffaele, his brother Mauro and his sister Claudia, forty-somethings who have succeeded their father, who founded the company in 1989. The workshop is located on the first floor. You may have the chance to observe these craftsmen at work. They work the glass with a blowtorch, shape it, decorate it, then place it in the oven before letting it rest. Meanwhile, on the first floor, the store welcomes customers who have come to purchase their subtle and exquisite works.

Chez Dolci Cose is the temple of confectionery. And has been for generations. Located between Piazza della Borsa and Piazza dei Signori, this extraordinary confectioner's shop is a must on the road to the historic center, and is sure to please any sweet tooth: chocolates, caramels, multi-shaped, multicolored and scented candies, or any other sweet product. Perfect for a gourmet gift. The display case and shelves are overflowing with meticulously presented sweets, usually in wicker baskets or sachets.

Do you want to bring back a souvenir from Rome? Go to Altroquando and get the poster for La Dolce Vita or Roman Holidays! This bookshop, specialized in cinema, is a gold mine for 7th art fanatics. And we know that Italy is not to be outdone on this point. There are books dedicated to great directors, thematic books (on Italian comedies for example) and of course many posters and postcards. A pub in the basement to quench your thirst between one reading and the other.

It's impossible not to mention it, because Sermoneta is an example of Roman know-how that has been exported all over the world! Gloves have been sold here for over 60 years. Products fresh from the factory that top stars and politicians alike snap up. Cashmere, fur, silk, leather, classic and original, up to 100,000 pairs of gloves for men and women are produced. Ten craftsmen are mobilized to make one pair of gloves. On average, a pair costs at least €85.

If the name of this bookshop intrigues you, you should know that bardotto is the Italian name for the bardot, the result of a cross between a horse and a donkey. A hybrid, in other words. And that's what this place was all about, mixing café and bookshop for years. Since then, covid has come and gone, and the literary aperitifs have slowed down, but the bookshop continues valiantly to offer book signings, books on architecture, design, quality illustrated works for children, books on fashion, gardening... all selected with care and meaning.

A brand dedicated to slippers, it does not run by the streets! All the more reason to cross the threshold of this store with a thousand and one colors, Piedàterre was founded in 1952. It specializes in the manufacture of genuine Venetian slippers, called Friulana. It sells pairs for children, for the whole family and in all ranges: in tweed, velvet, in regular or special editions, in Modigliani, Dandy, Brodsky or Grace style... Everyone has something to find here the top-of-the-range product that will make him spend a warm winter...

This famous Florentine shoe maker, who has dressed the most elegant Italian feet, is no longer known in the upper class circles of Rome. The men's models can be found at^no. 65 on the same street or in the department store La Rinascente, in via del Tritone. Having three stores in the most exclusive areas of Rome will make you realize that Ferragamo is not for everyone, but the quality is there. The shoe manufacturer has been able to expand its range: you will also find bags, belts, jewelry and even perfume!

This traditional tailor is a fine example of Italian chic. Battistoni is a men's tailor who opened his boutique in 1946. The brand is renowned for its shirts and blouses, with their attention to detail and original touches, as well as its polo shirts and silk ties. Battistoni has seduced stars such as Marlon Brando and Kirk Douglas. There are no extravagant signs or decorations here; you enter a courtyard to find the elegant boutique.

Founded in 1978 by Luano Niccolai, Rimor offers a wide range of motorhomes and recreational vehicles. Katamarano, Seal, Europeo and Superbrig are the main models of this brand. The Italian firm has Ford and Fiat carriers. Range covering all families of motorhomes. For beautiful models and motorhomes that are well appreciated on the market. For Capucine and profile campers and at an interesting price-quality ratio. To be discovered. Both functional and comfortable, each Rimor vehicle guarantees you total freedom of movement.

All the French bookstores have gradually closed their doors in Turin, but fortunately here is Au quartier latin, a superb Franco-Italian bookstore that also has some books in Spanish. It specializes in 19th and 20th century literature and poetry, as well as books on history, travel, mountains, cooking... Warm wooden decor that makes you want to linger. The opening hours are limited but it is worth the detour.

Open every day and with long opening hours, this large Feltrinelli Group bookshop offers a truly comprehensive range of books, CDs and vinyls, films, stationery, children's games... You're bound to find what you're looking for here, on all three floors, with numerous special offers throughout the year. The friendly, competent staff will be happy to help you if you feel a little lost in the aisles.

A beautiful fashion store with a very tasteful selection. Housed in the former Palazzo Regina Vittoria, in the heart of Venice, the three boutiques - men's, women's and home - offer a classic and contemporary fashion style, where Made in Italy is mixed with international brands. The home section (1820 Via Frezzeria) has everything to please, with tableware, bathroom items and Christmas decorations to delight. If you happen to be on a gondola ride, Pot-Pourri has a window display even along the canal!

Open for a year now, Milan's French bookshop is located in the heart of the NoLo district. Here you'll find a fine selection of French-language books, from classics to contemporary authors, as well as comics and a children's section that will appeal to budding readers. More than just a bookshop, l'Échappée close is a literary cellar where you'll also find a fine selection of wines from independent French winemakers. Throughout the year, literary meetings, quizzes and aperitifs are organized: see the program on the website.

The Galerie Umberto I, one of Turin's three ancient shopping arcades, built on a former hospital and inaugurated in 1890, links the city center with the Roman Quadrilateral. It is home to a number of attractive shops, including this gallery, which is packed with design objects, many of which revolve around the capital of Piedmont or the region. It's the ideal place to treat yourself to something original, trendy and, at the same time, a souvenir of your stay here. And of course, it's the perfect place to bring home quality gifts made in Italy.

Cousin brand of Caravans International, the Italian manufacturer offers capucines and profiles at very competitive prices. The different ranges are : Triaca, Kronos, Zefiro, Livingstone. From the Kronos Go model, perfect for taking your first steps in the itinerant travel, to the top of the range Zefiro, very flexible and spacious, there is something for everyone. Roller Team also offers in its catalog a whole range of Livingstone vans (Go, Sport, Sport Selekt, Advance). Numerous models which address all the budgets.

Named after Ray Bradbury's science fiction novel, this bookshop is indeed a UFO in the touristy piazza Campo de' Fiori! Frequented by Roman students and intellectuals since 1989, and on weekends until midnight, you'll find everything here, in virtually every language, so you'll want to check it out. From contemporary novels to the rarest works, it's a veritable paradise for bookworms, who are sure to find their next read in the shade of the immense statue of Giordano Bruno that adorns the square.

We won't introduce you to Gucci, the ultimate Italian chic! Emblematic of transalpine haute couture, Gucci boasts a flawless originality, a simple elegance with the accents of the 1970s and 1980s, and above all a unique identity reinforced by its Latin leg. Via Condotti, you will find the famous bit moccasins in more than thirty colours. Other great classics are also sold, from leather goods to clothing, the most trendy accessories and a little interior decoration.

This jeweller is to Italy what Cartier is to France, the emblem of luxury jewellery. It was the first sign to be installed in the street, in the historic shop of No. 10. If you love everything that shines, you are served here: gold, diamonds and precious pearls decorate original and unique jewellery. At No. 11 on the same street, there is a very beautiful cabinet of curiosities/shop, "The New Curiosity Shop", which recalls the history of the brand and offers unique and historical pieces. Go ahead, at least for the pleasure of the eyes!

The main address of the Fendi house is in a th century palace transformed into a trendy place, where contemporary design parallels baroque "à la Romaine". In 2016, after important work, stunning palazzo refait a beauty to open a world where luxury reigns all the way: The spectacular boutique, a hotel with seven design suites, the high-end Zuma Japanese restaurant, and a VIP lounge make up the whole. Notice to Interested Parties: Shop customers can ask to visit this microcosm by pleasure or curiosity.

We all have in mind the name of a children's cartoon called Kiriku, as an ode to black Africa, colours and music. In this small shop, the motifs are sober and elegant, for a collection that is essentially feminine, but full of fantasy for children. Here chic, minimalism, attention to materials and cuts reign supreme. There are already a lot of Venetian women addicts. Shop centered essentially on Italian designers; the cuts of each garment are sumptuous, as are the shoes and accessories.

It's the place to be for the French in Rome. The French bookshop, located right next to the Institut français - Centre Saint-Louis, offers all the latest and greatest titles published in France, as well as beautiful works of art and history. You'll also find French travel guides (although we're sure you've already packed your Petit Futé!), as well as newspapers and magazines. If you don't speak Italian, it's the ideal place to find out all you need to know about the city. What's more, you'll get a warm welcome from the booksellers, who'll be happy to point you in the right direction.

Here, on the very chic via dei Condotti, we offer to a wealthy clientele the great classics and must-haves, a chic and timeless basic trend. The quality is there, with noble and natural materials (wool, silk...). If you want to invest in a beautiful timeless piece, Max Mara is a good place for your shopping. You will find several other shops in Rome, including one on via Nazionale, another on via Cola di Rienzo in the chic Prati district and even one at Fiumicino airport!

In the center of Turin, along Via Carlo Alberto, well known for its designer decorations, the pretty boutique Bibi Gramaglia Selezione is very welcoming. In addition to its clothes, its jewelry has already made a name for itself on the arms, necks and wrists of Turin women... Sober, uncluttered lines for chic creations that will have no trouble seducing French-speaking ladies! A fashion line with sober, elegant cuts, decorative accessories and stationery items complete the range.

At the crossroads of the paths taken by students to get from one university to another are their favorite bookstores. La Toletta is, in fact, divided into several neighboring stores: one for the humanities and sciences, another for the arts, architecture and design, and the last one more general. From time to time, certain collections are sold off. Beware, these are often damaged books. So keep an eye out before making your "good deal" to see if it is really a good deal. A reference, in any case, in Venice.

This shopping center is one of Milan's newest (November 2023), and it's also its biggest! In all: 210 stores, 43 restaurants and a cinema... it's easy to get lost! If you're a fan of large structures, with everything at your disposal for shopping, you'll be seduced. When it comes to restaurants, you'll find all the major chains, from burgers to pizzas. It's also worth noting that the architecture of the building is designed to be environmentally friendly: it's made from 35% recycled materials and covered with photovoltaic panels.

This hat shop exists since the beginning of the XXth century. It produces magnificent hats for men and women and for all occasions. Not to be missed if only to admire the incredible collection of period headwear, displayed in a setting draped in silks and velvets that evokes the couturiers of yesteryear. Among the collector's items, a colonial helmet from the 1920s and Churchill's bowler hat. Also on display are a series of prints and old archives specializing in the subject.

This fashion boutique is known and represented all over the world. Paolo Modolo, its founder, has had a very romantic career. As a young man, he was employed at the nearby mine. In the evening, when he returned home, he began to sew. One of his first customers was Costantino Nivola, who paid for his suit with a signed canvas. For 22 years, Paolo digs the galleries and sews suits. His models inspired by the peasant dress are spotted and land on the catwalks of Cagliari first, then Florence, Milan, Tokyo...

Located just 15 minutes from Milan, Scalo Milano is an outlet for shopping enthusiasts. It is divided into three distinct areas: design, fashion and restaurants. You'll find both Italian and international brand boutiques offering discounts ranging from 30% to 70%, as well as their latest collections.

Free shuttle buses leave daily from Piazza della Repubblica, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro and Via Ripamonti (book online). You can also take the passante S13 (Locate Triulzi stop).

One of Rome's most famous vintage boutiques. The store is brimming with second-hand clothes ready to enrich your wardrobe: dresses, pants, accessories, jewelry or leather goods, you'll find it all! The site is a perfect illustration of the spirit of the house. Two Pifebo stores in Rome: the first in the Monti district, and the second in San Giovanni, via dei Valeri. Clothes can be well priced, especially since you'll find unique, vintage pieces here!