Shopping

Fashion

Fashion and clothing have a long tradition in Tuscany. Especially because of the trading with fabrics, which are partly from the orient, Lucca became rich. In Prato fabrics were weaved in mediaeval times. Along the Arno leather tannery is a traditional craft.
The Medici family of the Palazzo Pitti used to store their large wardrobe in the Palazzo Pitti, which today serves as an important location for the biggest fashion events, Pitti Moda. The present centre of fashion and designers is Florence of course – even though Prato is still the city of fabrics. Arezzo is the undisputable centre of goldsmiths and jewelry production.
Pucci is one of the traditional fashion companies with a great variety of collections, fabrics (silk jersey) and design from perfumes up to car design.
Gucci is internationally known for their leather products, purses and accessories.
Actually Salvatore Ferragamo was not born in Florence: in the USA he designed shoes for prominent feet and later on signed also other fashion products and accessories.
Enrico Coveri is one of the representatives of the less classic style. With unique creations he attracts fashion-lovers from all over the world. Prada, located near Arezzo, is one of the stars of fashion, designing fashion, shoes and purses.
The most famous shopping streets of Florence are the Via Tuornabuoni and die Via della Vigna Nuova, both located in the center.

Outlets- Cheap and chic

Italy is a country rich of fashion. Fashion companies like Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Prada, Fendi have their origin in this country ...more

Weekly market

The weekly market can be found in almost every city (in villages usually every other week). Cloths, fabrics, shoes, purses and household articles as well as flowers, fruits/vegetables and cheese/ ham are offered ...more

Antiquities and flea market

Usually real bargains can’t be found anymore, but often there are still very interesting objects to buy. Also it’s worth it to just loaf and look around. ...more