FASHION CITY - Where Milan

Shopping
dealing in computers, astronomy, audio/video
systems, TVs, camcorders and photo processing.
Open Mon 3pm-7.30pm; Tues-Fri 9.30am-12.30pm/
3pm-7.30pm; Sat 10am-13pm/3pm-7.30pm.
www.photo-discount.org. Piazza De Angeli, 3.
T: 02 48006300. M1 De Angeli. Map A4
Spinelli HiFi – Specialising, since 1948, in the sale of
high-end Hi-Fi and video-screening devices, it also
carries TVs and home theatre systems, furnishing
items and accessories related to the audio/video
sector. Open Mon 2.30pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 9am-
12.30pm/2pm.30-7pm. www.spinelliht.com.
Viale Zara, 108. T: 02 69007151.. M3 Zara. off Map
Vertu – A highly exclusive boutique at which you
can purchase the entire range of products created
by the icon-maker of luxury mobile systems,
from its up-market cell phones (limited edition
pieces also available) to its dedicated accessories.
Technical assistance also available. Open Mon-Sat
10am-7pm. www.vertu.com. Via Montenapoleone,
29. T: 02 7773171. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4
Eyewear
SALMOIRAGHI & VIGANÒ – One of the bestknown
opticians in Italy, with 14 stores scattered
throughout the city, it offers a vast range of glasses,
sunglasses and contact lenses. Limited editions
and exclusive previews of the best international
brands also available. A new pair of glasses in just
60 minutes plus personalized aesthetic advice.
Open Mon-Sat 9am-8pm; Sun 10am-8pm. www.
salmoiraghievigano.it. Piazza San Babila corner of
corso G. Matteotti. T: 02 76000100. M1 San Babila.
MAP G4
CRISAFULLI EYEWEAR – The ideal place for those in
search of the latest innovations in eyewear but also
artistic and jewelled frames for collectors. Limited
editions also available. (SUN, another Crisafulli
branch, specializing in sunglasses, can be found in
the same area in Galleria Pattari, 2.T: 02 86454911).
Open Mon 2.30pm-7.15pm; Tues-Sat 9am-1.30pm/
2.30pm-7.15pm. www.otticacrisafulli.it Galleria del
Corso, 4. T: 02 76023682. M1 San Babila. MAP G5
OTTICA ARTIOLI – A reference point for eyewear
in Milan for over 50 years. An inspired selection
of designer glasses and sunglasses and contact
lenses. It also stocks binoculars, compasses,
barometers and GPS navigation systems. Open
Mon 3pm-7.30pm; Tues-Sat 10am-7.30pm. www.
otticaartioli.it. Piazza XXV Aprile, 12. T: 02 29002952.
M2 Moscova. MAP F2
OCCHIALI PRIVATI – For those who wish to enhance
their image and make it unique, without hiding
behind “the usual glasses”, this is the place to
go. Express your personality with the utmost in
originality. Open Mon 3.30pm-7.30 pm; Tues-Sat
10am-1pm/3.30pm-7.30pm. www.occhialiprivati.
it. Via G. Washington, 11. T: 02 2846368. M1 Wagner.
MAP B5
Factory Outlets
ALPO GUANTI – Famous manufacturers of leather
gloves, for years, Alpo has collaborated with bigname
Italian and International designers to make
the glove an important accessory of designer
outfits. The outlet, located at its headquarters,
offers men and women’s gloves in nappa, ostrich
skin, peccary, pigskin and deerskin… in a variety of
colours. Up to 50% discounts. Open Mon-Fri 9.30am-
1pm/2pm-6pm. Via M. Bandello, 4/1. T: 02 4814130.
M1 Conciliazione. Map C5
BABY STOCK – For tots aged 0 to 14, top designer
brands are available at this outlet with savings of
up to 40-50%. Sample sizes of leading Italian and
international designer labels inc Armani, Moschino,
Pappa e Ciccia, Kenzo, Biagiotti and Timberland.
Open Mon 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 9.30am-1pm/3.30pm-
7pm. Via Maestri Campionesi, 17. T: 02 55190499.
M3 Porta Romana. off Map
BETTINA STOCK – This stock house offers sample sizes
of some of the best Italian and international designer
and brand names with L’Altra Moda, Liu JO, Exterior,
Kookai, Tara Jarmon. Open Mon 3.30pm-7.30pm;
Tues-Sun 10.30am-7.30pm. Via S. d’Orsenigo, 3.
T: 02 54116292.. M3 Porta Romana. off Map
EMPORIO ISOLA – Stock house offering men and
women’s classic or contemporary clothing, shoes
and accessories. Prada, Gucci, Bikkemberg, J.P.G. and
Vivien Westwood are just some of the leading brand
names that can be found by those in search of top
designer labels at affordable prices. Open Mon 3pm-
7pm; Tues-Sun 10am-7.30pm. Via Foro Bonaparte, 70.
T: 02 8054666. M1 Cairoli. Map E4
Lo SPACCIO – Factory outlet offering a wide
assortment of ladies nightwear (dressing gowns,
nightgowns, babydolls and silk pyjamas) and men’s
underwear. Save up to 50-70%. The top floor also
stocks women’s evening gowns. Open Mon-Wed-
Thurs-Fri 9.30am-12.30am/3pm-7pm; Tues 10am-
6pm; Sat 9.30-12.30am. Via I. Newton, 12.
T: 02 4046445. M1 Lotto. off Map
MATIA’S OUTLET – Just a stone’s throw from Brera,
a “must-have” address for the lovers of high-class
shopping. This multi-brand outlet boasts an excellent
selection of men and women’s designer clothing,
accessories, shoes and handbags at discounted
prices. You can save up to 50% on chic dresses and
formalwear. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm. Piazza C.
Mirabello, 4. T: 02 62694535. M2 Moscova, M3 Turati.
Map F3
Outlet Comei – A vast assortment of sports gear,
this season’s and seconds. Sartorial-style jackets and
quilted down jackets from leading brand names
distributed by Comei: Add, 313 and Anno Zhero.
Open Tues-Fri noon-6pm; Sat 10am-6pm. Via Rosalba
corner of Via Pogliani, 5. T: 02 42414837. M1 Bande
Nere. off Map
PUMA OUTLET FACTORY – Stocks sports gear,
casualwear, jeans, shoes and accessories carrying
the Puma brand name, with discounts of up to 40%.
The outlet sells logoed jackets and trousers but
also unsold stock, clearance items and last year’s
collections. You can buy football shoes for 65 euros
and running shoes and trainers at around 40 euros.
Open Mon-Sat 10.30am-1pm/2pm-7.30pm. Via
Montenero, 22. T: 02 59902227. M3 Porta Romana.
Map D7
SALVAGENTE – The best in fashion outlet shopping to
which Milanese and foreigners alike flock. The historic
Porta Vittoria location offers a vast selection of
emerging and big-name designers, timeless classics
and the best of Made-in-Italy production at bargain
prices. From men and womenswear to accessories
and shoes. Open Mon 3-7pm; Tues-Sun 10am-7pm.
www.salvagentemilano.it. Via Fratelli Bronzetti, 16.
T: 02 76110328. off Map
SALVAGENTE BIMBI – A large assortment of designer
clothing, footwear and accessories for kids aged
0-16. Stocks Armani, Aspesi, Blumarine, Brooksfield,
Burberry, D&G, Cavalli, Chloè, Coveri, Dior, Fred Perry,
Kenzo, Kickers, Il Gufo, Moschino, Oshkosh, Replay,
Diesel, Polo Ralph Lauren and Timberland. The
average discount is 50%. Open Mon 3pm-7pm;
Tues-Sat 10am-2pm/3pm-7pm. Via G. Balzaretti, 28.
T: 02 26680764. M2 Piola. off Map
SPACCIO ETRO – Men’s wear and women’s wear but
also fabrics and home design objects by Etro, a
Milanese, high fashion, luxury brand. Located next
to Etro headquarter, this outlet is well organized and
promises an enjoyable shopping experience. You
can buy elegant men and women’s suits but also
pashminas and scarves featuring Etro’s unmistakable
designs. Average discounts of 40-50%. Open Mon-Sat
10am-2pm/3pm-7pm. Via Spartaco, 3. T: 02 55020218.
M3 Porta Romana. off Map
SPACCIO KOOKAI – This famous French imported
designer label offers items from last season’s
collections with discounts of up to 50%. A trendy,
affordable shopping experience: trousers, shirts,
jeans, denim shirts, tops, jackets and suits in sizes 40 to
48. Also stocks a good selection of men’s casualwear:
casual chic shirts, jeans, T-shirts, polo shirts, jackets
and suits. Open Mon-Sat 10.30am-7pm. Via M.F.
Quintiliano, 33. T: 02 58016368. M3 Corvetto. off Map
SPACCIO LUCIANO SOPRANI – Clothing with an
unmistakable touch of class carrying the Soprani
signature: in addition to direct sales, it is also possible
to purchase garments from the sample range.
Overcoats and jackets for him and taffeta, linen and
silk shirts for her. Discounts of up to 50% year-round.
Open Tues-Sat 10.30am-2pm/3pm-7pm. Via Morosini,
30. T: 02 55183913. M3 Porta Romana. off Map
Florists
AU NOM DE LA ROSE – A tiny shop, open 7 days a
week, which, each morning, receives thousands of
rose buds from all over the world. Elegant bouquets,
bunches of all sizes, sophisticated compositions put
together by the creativity of expert hands. It also
offers a number of products made from flowers such
as cosmetics, perfumes, herbal teas, jams, sweets,
chocolates and soaps. The only boutique in Milan
offering rose-based gourmandises. Open Mon-Sun
9am-8.30pm. www.aunomdelarose.com. Piazza
Wagner, 1. T: 02 48009254. M1 Wagner. MAP B4
CLINICA DEL BONSAI – An institution in Milan for the
sale and care of bonsai trees. Special accessories
and equipment but also fresh flowers and a variety
of plants from all over the world. At Christmas, it
sells floral compositions, centrepieces and unusual
Christmas trees. Open Mon-Sat 9am-7.30pm. www.
fellafiorimilano.com. Via Carducci, 12. Tel: 02 86453072.
M1 Cadorna FN. MAP D5
MARYFLOR – Not only flowers and plants but
also elegant home decorations. Merchandise
ranges from different varieties of exotic flowers
to cactuses, vases and accessories of all types
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