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Main Shopping Area Alinari Via della Vigna Nuova 48r, Tel: (055) 218975. The Alinari brothers put together one of the largest historic photo archives in Italy and you'll find prints and books for sale, as well as a…

Shopping in Florence is an exciting experience but it can be expensive too, as the city is one of Italy's most popular tourist destinations, so it pays to be informed before you shop. That's where we here at Made-in-Italy.com can help you.…

Located in the famous region of Tuscany, in the centre of Italy, the city of Florence is known as the cradle of the Renaissance and a must-see destination on any visitor's list. The birthplace of Dante and Michelangelo, many of the world's…

Introduction to Venice Except in special cases we are not listing the "name" fashion brands as you'll have no trouble finding them - rather we are indicating shops that carry unique/unusual products you may not find…

The beautiful city of Venice on the northeast Italian coast is one of the most famous locations in the world and definitely one of the most romantic. Star of films, books, poems, pictures and music, Venice fascinates and spellbinds,…

Now that we've covered all the "name" boutiques, it's time to mention some special places with unique and original merchandise. Some shops have been around for decades, catering to their loyal and demanding customers, the outside sign may…

Brera is considered the "artistic" area of Milan, and clusters around the Academia di Brera with its important collection of paintings including those by Piero della Francesca, Lorenzetti, Andrea Mantegna, and Giovanni Bellini as well as…

PRADA #1 is the shop where all the accessories, purses, and shoes including the most-wanted black nylon backpack (widely copied) can be found. Miuccia Prada has managed to make the ugliest styles from 1950s chic. Beats me, but you…

PRADA #21, is where you'll find those designs by Miuccia Prada for women that shook up the fashion world. Thrift-shop clothes at Bulgari prices, and her fans will find a good selection. Purses, shoes, and leather accessories can be…

ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA # 3, has classic men's clothes, as well as a younger line called Soft. Known for hand made suits to order (two weeks), cashmere jackets and coats, and a sportswear line called Yacht. VERRI UOMO # 2, this very…