ANTONIA SAUTTER ATELIER
Read moreAntonia Sautter's window display captures the eye with its swirl of colors. Infinite shades of velvet and silk embroidered with pearls and gold thread seem to come out of a fairy tale. Antonia Sautter creates enchanting costumes, primarily for the famous and prestigious Ballo del Doge held during the city's carnival, but she also designs custom-made wedding dresses and a whole range of accessories (bags, slippers, cushion covers) using exclusively hand-printed fabrics.
INTIMISSIMI
Read moreDid you know that? Verona is the home of the famous Intimissimi lingerie brand. So it's only natural that the boutique located just across the Arena is the most emblematic of the group. The choice of lingerie is infinite, enough to satisfy all tastes. You will also find t-shirts, pyjamas and pretty tops for men and women, in all colours and sizes. And even though the brand is now present all over the world, it's always nice to bring something back from your home town in your luggage.
HUMANA VINTAGE
Read moreWelcome to one of Italy's vintage temples. Humana People to People Italia is a humanitarian organization that promotes sustainable development in the textile sector and supports social and environmental projects. Various boutiques in Milan, including the one near the Duomo: two floors of shoes, dresses, jackets and accessories, all rigorously second-hand. Bargains are frequent here, with special offers at knock-down prices when collections change. The perfect place to shop in solidarity with the environment.
ROSSATI
Read moreRossati is a house well known in Rome for its embroidered cottons and, above all, its beautiful household linen. You'll find elegant trousseaux and hand-embroidered sheets - the height of refinement! Or why not opt for a simple white handkerchief embroidered with your initials, to be worn, why not, as a clutch? You'll also find elegant pyjamas, embroidered robes and towels of rare quality. An establishment recommended to those looking to invest in beautiful linens.
MARIA PACE
Read moreA small workshop-boutique and a fashion designer to discover, on Via Romana, a long street that stretches in the heart of Oltrarno, and connects Porta Romana to Piazza Pitti. Referring to the sartorial freedom of the 1970s, Maria Pace is inspired by a decontextualization of clothing, creating unique pieces with a strong identity. In her workshop, opened since 2011, you can find elegant and original clothes, often tinted with warm colours, as well as beautiful and elaborate accessories. To "trend" your wardrobe!
MAX 1980
Read moreJust a stone's throw from the castle, in an old 19th century oil mill characterized by its beautiful exposed stones, this large boutique offers the most prestigious national and international brands for men and women (Zoe, Michael Kors, Diesel, Levi's, Pinko, Armani, Alessandro Dell'Acqua, Woolrich...). A vast and complete offer that is offered in 500 m2 of exhibition space, arranged on three floors: clothing, shoes and accessories, from classic to sportswear. Enough to replenish your wardrobe!
ORIENTHERA
Read moreOrienthera is a small jewel case of oriental wonders, carefully selected by Consolata during his travels in faraway lands. Cashmere pashminas, enchanting earrings made of hard stones, silk tunics in all colours of beautiful quality, lacquer boxes, multicoloured diaries, various accessories and even furniture with pure lines, so many objects that reflect originality and elegance, which it is difficult to resist. Coquettish fantasies for an Asian escape full of poetry.
3856
Read moreIn a quiet street in the Dorsoduro district, we made an appointment to visit the "Trentottocinquantasei" boutique (which means 3856 in Italian), a number that has nothing to do with the number on the doorstep. This women's ready-to-wear store presents the original collections of the designer Elvira Rubelli. Let yourself be seduced by the chic shapes and colors, from mustard yellow to duck blue, but also by all kinds of beautiful pieces: dresses, sweaters, retro skirts, vintage hats and caps. A really special address!
PORSELLI
Read moreA delightful boutique which, since 1919, has been considered the absolute reference in ballerinas by La Scala dancers and fashionistas alike. Professional dancers can purchase the famous pointe shoes (from €56), real skin or canvas demi-pointes in a range of colors, as well as a fine assortment of tutus, dance warmers and warm-up pants. Elegant lovers of comfortable ballet flats will find pretty flat or heeled models here.
TESSUTI TROMBETTA
Read moreOf all the merchants of silks and fabrics that once populated Como, only Tessuti Trombetta remains. A must, he embodies the city's manufacturing tradition and passes it on. On site, retail sale of clothing fabrics, ties and scarves. For amateur dressmakers, or simply curious tourists, this shop is well worth a visit. Located in the historic centre, about 300 metres from the Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral in Como, it is ideally situated. Friendly staff to help and advise you.
ATELIER SEGALIN
Read moreDaniela Ghezzo is one of those precious artisans. She has taken over Rolando Segalin's store, which has been open since 1932. Her store is an artistic catch-all of all kinds of leathers and colors, material with which Daniela makes unique shoes. An exceptional shoemaker, she has no secrets about boots, gaiters, rain shoes and ballroom pumps. She also makes more traditional shoes, for women as well as for men, with the same know-how she inherited.
ARTIGIANINO
Read moreHere you'll find a colorful range of leather wallets, bags, satchels, belts or briefcases, suitcases or key rings, all made in Rome! The company has a laboratory in the city where all the handcrafted creations you'll find in the boutique are made. The smell of leather emanates from the stalls, offering a definite olfactory experience. The lines of some creations are highly original, others more classic: it's easy to find what you're looking for! Three other addresses in Rome, including two on via Appia Nuova.
T-NOBILE
Read moreNear the small Sisto bridge, this shop covers two large rooms, and offers a multitude of original creations in coloured leather at reasonable prices for the quality offered. Modern and practical, there is something for every taste and style: bags, wallets, purses, wallets, wallets, computer bags or tablets... the range is wide. And if you don't need anything, you'll probably fall for these little leather flowers to hang on your bag or pocket! A very good place for leather goods lovers.
SUPERODRA
Read moreHere, men's and women's fashion is chic and original. The items you'll find at Superodra have been imagined by young, up-and-coming designers. Original, cutting-edge clothing is complemented by a few vintage accessories, and the result is admired in a large retro mirror that even our grandmother would find old-fashioned! Ideal for unearthing the key object that will give your living room an irresistible Italian touch, or the latest garment that's guaranteed to make you look good!
OUTLET GENTE
Read moreThe best in Italian fashion up to 50% off! This outlet recovers stocks from previous years and resells them at low prices. It's a great way to treat yourself to brand-name pieces at rock-bottom prices! There are several Gente outlets in Rome, including two in via Cola di Rienzo and two in via del Babuino. Each specializes in one or more fashion brands, for men or women: it's best to visit the detailed website to select the brand you're interested in. New arrivals are frequent!
GIOVANNA ZANELLA
Read moreA fairy shoemaker who, over the past decade, has created as many fairy tale shoes as one could imagine in a dream. Original and extravagant, for men and women, we have fun putting on these shoes with buckles, brooches, tassels or prints, so bold that they almost require a red carpet to be rolled out under the sole. For carnival or everyday wear, sculpted, feathered, decorated pieces. Each pair is exclusive. Order from Giovanna for a custom-made walking or evening model.
BOUTIQUE GIORGIO ARMANI
Read more8,000m2 of men's, women's and children's collections, accessories, perfumes, flowers and chocolates, complemented by a café, a nightclub, a fusion restaurant and now even a hotel! On four floors, an entire microcosm is on display. On the first floor is the beauty corner, with space for make-up and sunglasses, followed by the women's ready-to-wear collection; the second floor is dedicated to the men's collection, with space reserved for suits. The Giorgio Armani empire in all its glory.
BORSALINO
Read moreSince 1857, the creations of the most famous Italian hatter have always been irreproachable, as much for the quality of the materials as for the elegance of their cut. Here you will find the best in hats. The Piedmontese house became so famous that it inspired a film of the same name with Jean-Paul Belmondo and Alaiin Delon in 1970. The men's and women's collections include long and shiny polished Mélusine felt hats, Basque hats, bell-shaped hats, woollen hats for winter and panamas for summer.
ETRO OUTLET
Read moreA good address for lovers of Etro's elegant prints. Called the negozietto (the little shop), this address is right next to the historic headquarters of the brand, founded in 1968 by Gimmo Etro. Two floors to plunge into the chic and kaleidoscopic style of the fashion house that makes you feel like escaping to faraway lands. The upper floor is reserved for furnishing objects and fabrics, while the men's and women's ready-to-wear collections are on the ground floor. Reductions of about 50%.
DAVIDE CENCI
Read moreIt is a Roman institution for classic fashion. It offers a high-end selection of men's, women's and children's clothing, as well as sportswear, all in an atmosphere that is a little icy, but tinged with an elegant style where made in Italy is the key. The brand's two other stores are located in Milan and New York. A must if you are looking for quality, classic pieces for the whole family. You'll also find many great Italian and international brands.
CAVALLI E NASTRI
Read moreDelightful shop where you can find dresses, shoes, jewelry and accessories rigorously vintage. If you are in love with vintage, this shop is made for you! You won't be disappointed by this beautiful boutique which also has an annex in the Ticinese district. You will find the fashion classics of the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s presented in style. Among the cult pieces, dresses with puffy skirts and polka dot fabric (about 150 €), maxi sweaters and branded bags in crocodile or snakeskin, or colourful headbands.
ATELIER PIETRO LONGHI
Read moreIf you have to attend an elegant private masked ball or simply for your own pleasure, run to the Pietro Longhi workshop! From Casanova to Hussar, from Madame de Pompadour to Marie Antoinette: an array of high quality pieces made by the creative Francesco Broggi in the rules of the art. Indeed, this Venetian by adoption has always been fascinated by period costumes, to the point of leaving a job as a publisher to embark on this adventure. For sale or for rent, according to your desires and the use you want to make of it.
GHEDINA ZUCCARO
Read moreA beautiful clothing shop that sells an interesting selection of regional traditional costumes. Velvet, flounces and embroidery... If you're looking for something to wear as Sissi, you've come to the right place! But these long-worked costumes are far from being confined to folklore and are worn by the great ladies at the resort's social events. Moreover, they reach very high prices (a dirndl and her blouse can be worth several thousand euros). Without forgetting the hats and jackets of absolute (mountain) chic!
RENÉ CAOVILLA
Read moreA star shoemaker, René Caovilla began his career at the age of 20 in the family shoe business. His creativity and audacity quickly led him to collaborate with the greatest fashion houses such as Valentino and Dior, who discovered in him a true "sculptor of shoes". His iconic models are made of leather, sequins, feathers and other materials in an upscale fashion. His lace pumps are now legendary. Almost magical shoes that, despite their price tag, are worth contemplating over and over again.
GIULIANA LONGO
Read moreWelcome to the store of an extravagant hatmaker! Giuliana Longo's workshop would be right at home in Alice in Wonderland, so amusing is the variety of curious hats and headgear (from 20 to 3,000 €). Want a gondolier's hat (approx. 65 €) or a tricorn for Carnival? You will find it all here, made by hand and with a demanding know-how. The milliner makes creations for both the average person and the collector. A family tradition that she perpetuates since the beginning of the 20th century.
FRANCIS MODEL
Read more250 meters from Rialto, we meet a tiny independent workshop opened in 1965, which has remained faithful to Italian craftsmanship and fashion since its beginnings. The leather bags are the eyes of the customers, unique and high quality creations, each of which required hours of work and are identifiable thanks to the quality of their assembly and the brightness of their colors. Their singular shapes and names (Frari, Dolfin, Moncenigo, Tiepolo, etc.) could almost convince you to buy one immediately...
ANATEMA
Read moreThe showcase of the daring Rossana Righini is a whirlwind of colours: scarves, scarves, bags, bags, jewellery, ties, hats of a thousand colours. Candy pink, bright yellow, shimmering orange, cardinal red, to continue with the shades of cobalt blue . The rainbow of colours, from silk and wool to flowers and glass bead jewellery, can be seen in every shade of the rainbow. Enough to bring back a nice fashion souvenir for lady or gentleman. A colourful and refined shop just a few steps from the Basilica dei Frari.
LA RINASCENTE
A 14,000 m2 store where you will find the biggest clothing brands. Go up to ...Read more
VINTAGE BOOGALOO
Read moreA shop selling vintage clothing and accessories, small furniture and objects from the past. An Ali Baba's cave where you can stroll around in search of a nostalgic love affair. Here the trend is more towards the 1950s, the good old days of rockabilly in the jukebox, pastel-coloured dresses that are very fitted at the waist, one-piece swimsuits, ladies' hats with veils, lace-up boots and satin babydolls. If you prefer the floral dresses of the 1970s or the trench coats of the 1980s, you've come to the right place.
SPAZIO 11B
Read moreA large, trendy boutique for offbeat urban fashion, featuring Italian designers as well as international fashions, in the city center, with a large interior space, parquet flooring, zen white walls and a mezzanine. A wooden staircase leads to the men's department. Young, elegant clothes and shoes. Accessories too, with a particular taste for German Bauhaus and Mondrian-style colorful geometrism. The collections are highly visible on social networks.
FLOW STORE
Read moreWith more than fifty brands on display, many of them Italian, this boutique, a few steps from Piazza della Signoria, has recently become one of the most trendy in the centre of Florence. And for once, men have priority, with more choices for them than for women. With its brick arches, worked furniture, leather sofas, unique pieces and charming staff, the boutique really stands out. Luxury, ethnic and vintage... : sophisticated fashion lovers will appreciate it.
ATELIER ANTONIO GATTO
Read moreHear ye, hear ye, hat fans! This little shop, in front of Palazzo Pitti, is the home of a milliner! And not just any milliner, since it is Antonio Gatto, a fashion enthusiast of Calabrian origin. After studying sewing techniques, the history of costume and the art of weaving, he opened his first workshop in 2000. There is something for everyone. Antonio designs and produces his hat collections in a totally artisanal way. A small clothing line is also presented. Oltrarno is definitely the artisanal district par excellence!
ANTONIO MARRAS
Read moreChild of Alghero, Antonio Marras was also born into a family focused on textiles and fashion. He grew up in his parents' shop selling fabric coupons to Alghero's housewives. Then they turned to fashion by selling clothes. Antonio is 22 years old when he takes over the family shop and starts designing ready-to-wear collections. He joins the Kenzo house as artistic director for a few years. His collections keep track of this passage with choices of floral and flamboyant prints.
LORETTA CAPONI
Read moreA 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!
LUISAVIAROMA
Read moreAnother 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.
GIORGIO SERMONETA
Read moreIt'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.
PIEDATERRE
Read moreA 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...
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO
Read moreThis 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 atno. 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!
BATTISTONI
Read moreThis 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.
POT-POURRI
Read moreA 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!
GUCCI
Read moreWe 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.
FENDI
Read moreThe 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.
KIRIKÙ
Read moreWe 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.
MAX MARA
Read moreHere, 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!
BIBI GRAMAGLIA SELEZIONE
Read moreIn 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.
CAPPELLERIA PALLADIO
Read moreThis 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.
SARTORIA MODOLO
Read moreThis 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...
SCALO MILANO OUTLET
Read moreLocated 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).