FASHION CITY - Where Milan

Shopping
WINTEX WATCHES BY CALDEX – Stunning and
authentically creative pieces featuring a range
of exciting colours. These highly contemporary
timepieces represent the new soul of Italian
luxury. Open Mon-Fri 9am-1.30pm/2.30pm-
5.30pm. www.wintexwatches.com. Via Terraggio,
15. T: 02 8063101. M1 Cadorna FN. Map D5
Leather & Luggage
Mh way – A hot favourite with those who are
passionate about design. Bags, rucksacks and
shoulder bags distinguished by a discreet logo
and the skilful use of colour are showcased
against a rarefied, white background. Open Mon
3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 10am-1pm/3pm-7pm.
www.mhway.it. Via Durini, 2. T: 02 76021787.
M1-M3 Duomo, M1 San Babila. Map G5
NAVA – Design applied to the world of stationery,
suitcases and office equipment. Located on
two floors, it offers accessories and furnishing
complements – mostly in plastic or leather
– featuring sleek lines and a sophisticated use of
colour. Open Mon 3pm-7.30pm; Tues-Sat 10am-
7.30pm. www.navadesign.com. Via Durini, 23. M1
San Babila. Map G5
Pellux – Situated just a short distance from the
Duomo, Pellux is the epitome of luxury travel
luggage. It sells briefcases, suitcases and bags
of all shapes and colours, made from the most
precious skins. In addition to its handcrafted line,
including exquisite shoes, it also offers a selection
of other brands inc Piero Guidi, Alviero Martini
and Samsonite. Open Mon 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat
10am-1pm/3pm-7pm. www.pellux.it. Via Agnello
corner of Via Ragazzi del ’99. T: 02 864104. M1-M3
Duomo. Map F5
piquadro – The company, founded in 1987 thanks
to the insight of Marco Palmieri, offers business
and travel luggage, trolleys and suitcases,
mainly in leather or in hi-tech materials, a blend
of traditional Italian craftsmanship, design,
innovation and technology. A quality brand for
city or travel purposes in addition to a strategic
sales point at Linate airport and another in
SPOTLIGHT
via Dante, its flagship store is located in the
Quadrilatero della moda, Milan’s most famed
shopping district. Open Mon 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat
10am-7pm. www.piquadro.com. Via della Spiga,
33. T: 02 76318786. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4
Lingerie
CHRISTIES LINGERIE – Sexy, romantic and elegant:
at Christies there is something for everyone.
Offers a wide variety of seasonal colours and
styles featuring the brand’s famous embroidery.
Also carries an interesting selection of swimsuits.
Open Mon-Sat 10am-1pm/2.30pm-8pm.
www.christieslingerie.it. Corso Vercelli, 51.
T: 02 48022152. M1 Conciliazione. MAP C5
FRETTE – Up-market fabrics for pyjamas and
dressing gowns and a line of ultra-fine lingerie.
The Frette philosophy is quality. It will be
celebrating 150 years in the business with a
limited edition collection. Choose lingerie to
match your towels and bed linen at its luxe
Montenapoleone location. Open Mon-Sat
10am-1pm/2.30pm-8pm. www.frette.com.
Via Montenapoleone, 21. T: 02 783950.
M1 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4
GALLO – Lingerie and socks but also swimsuits
with matching bags, dresses, scarves, ties and
hats. Gallo has expanded its range from lingerie
to other fashion sectors. Each Gallo creation
is distinguished by its unmistakable hallmark
features: brightly coloured stripes and superior
quality fabrics. A number of members of Italy’s
business elite “are hooked” on Gallo’s socks – a
great gift idea to break tie and suit monotony.
It has several centrally located sales points and
can also be found on the 5th floor of the La
Rinascente department store and at airports.
Open Mon-Sat 10am-1pm/2.30pm-8pm.
www.gallospa.it. Via A. Manzoni, 16B. T: 02 783602.
M3 Montenapoleone. Map F4
INTIMISSIMi – This lingerie chain for men and
women boasts sales points scattered throughout
the city. Featuring classic or trendy lines, the
collections always offer new, different items at
Sexy in the City
When visiting the Quadrilatero
della moda, check out the new
super-feminine Venus range at
La Perla. Treat yourself to some
seductive lingerie or romantic
nightwear. Feel good and
look sexy in this lace-trimmed
lingerie. Superior Made-in-Italy
quality and elegant boudoir
apparel. www.laperla.com.
Via Montenapoleone, 1.
T: 02 76000460. M1 San Babila.
Map G4
affordable prices. Pyjamas, bras and briefs in a
variety of colours but also chic tops and camisoles
for elegant evening wear. Open Mon-Sun 9am-
9pm. www.intimissimi.it. Galleria Pattari, 2.
T: 02 89013705. M1-M3 Duomo. Map G5
JANAS – In Sardinian dialect Janas mean “fairy” and
is the name that Sonia Nateri, a native of Sardinia,
chose for her delightful lingerie shop. This
charmingly appointed boutique offers a select
choice of lingerie sets from the simplest in 100%
cotton to the sexiest and most seductive. Treat
yourself to a pair of Playboy knickers or another
delectable item from the “Seduzioni by Valeria
Marini” brand. A well-known Italian showgirl
turned designer whose lingerie is characterized
by sophisticated fabrics featuring pendants and
rhinestone. Open Mon-Sat 10am-1pm/2.30pm-
8pm. Viale Montenero, 37. T: 02 90801233.
M3 Porta Romana. Map H6
LA PERLA – Sexy, lace-trimmed Italian lingerie at this
luxury store in via Montenapoleone. A heaven
for lingerie addicts who will enjoy browsing
among the latest La Perla collections. Its choice
fabrics and elegant lines are a sure guarantee of
quality. A vast assortment of lingerie, swimwear
and clothing for women and men. Open Mon-Sat
10am-1pm/2.30pm-8pm. www.laperla.com.
Via Montenapoleone, 1. T: 02 76000460.
M1 San Babila. MAP G4
Music
BOTTEGA DISCANTICA – An historic shop
for classical music and a reference point for
musicians, musicologists and the lovers of
musical art. It offers a vast catalogue of all types of
classical music. The Bottega Discantica produces
its own CDs based on old and contemporary
Italian repertoires performed by musicians and
Italian orchestras. Mon 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat
9.30am-1pm/3pm-7pm. www.discantica.it. Via
Nirone, 5. T: 02 862966. M1-M2 Cadorna. Map D5
Buscemi Dischi – A destination store since 1965
for the lovers of pop music, rock, jazz, blues,
folk, ethnic and classic. In addition to CDs, DVDs,
LPs and specialist publications, it is possible to
find rare titles and limited editions. Open Mon
3pm-7.30pm; Tues-Sat 10am-1.30pm/3pm-7.30pm.
www.buscemi.com. Corso Magenta, 31.
T: 02 804103. M1-M2 Cadorna FN. Map E5
Buscemi hi-fi – A destination store for over thirty
years in the field of Hi-Fi, it carries a wide range of
high-end audio/video equipment and also offers
an overseas delivery service. Targeted design for
home or public use, including craft as well as the
production of music network systems and the
sale of second-hand equipment. Open Mon 3pm-
7.30pm; Tues-Sat 10am-13.30pm/3pm-7.30pm.
www.buscemihifi.it. Corso Magenta, 27.
T: 02 8056410. M1-M2 Cadorna. Map D5
LIBRERIA LARGO MAHLER – A small boutique of
“musical things” strategically situated in front of
the Auditorium di Milano (during concert season
it stays open till the end of the performances).
It sells books and CDs, ranging from the
biographies of composers to essays and narrative
on music as well as a rich catalogue of the latest
classical, jazz and pop music. Open Mon 2.30-
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