the guidewhereShoppingThe Largest ArmaniBoutique in the WorldOn the ground floor, women’s clothing andaccessories; on the first floor, men’s clothing,also made-to-measure; on the second floor,evening wear and jewellery. This is thelargest and, possibly, the most beautiful ofthe <strong>75</strong> Giorgio Armani Boutiques scatteredthroughout 46 countries worldwide:three floors of luxury and elegance in the“Quadrilatero della Moda”, 2,000 squaremetres set against the backdrop of aRenaissance period palazzo, an imposingsynthesis of Armani signature style.www.armani.com. Via Montenapoleone, 2. T: 02 76003234.For more detailed listings, please seewww.wheretraveler.comAccessoriesANDREW’S TIES—At Andrew’s Ties there is somethingfor everyone. Their selection covers a vast rangeof models with over 6000 patterned ties featuringten different variations for each style. You just can’thelp treating yourself to one. The chain has otherstores in <strong>Milan</strong>. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun10am-7pm. www.andrewsties.com. Galleria VittorioEmanuele II. T: 02 860935. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F5ANGELA CAPUTI GIUGGIÙ—The brand is renownedthroughout the world. Sophisticated, originalcreations made from unusual materials such asplastic and resin, combined to create unique objectsboth in terms of colour and shape. Her creationshave been used as accessories by famous televisionand film producers. The accessory as a focal point,capable of creating a look or dressing up any typeof garment. A magical blend of contemporary andclassical taste. A dream well worth the wearing.Open Mon 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 10.30am-1pm;2.30pm-7.30pm. www.angelacaputi.com. ViaMadonnina, 11. T: 02 86461080. M2 Lanza. Map F4BORBONESE—A brand label that epitomizes theultimate in fashion accessories and clothing. Knownfor its creativity and innovation throughout the word,Borbonese is famous for its bird’s eye pattern, thesymbol of the maison. Using precious materials ofthe highest quality, and a precise artisanal technique,Borbonese engenders products of superlativedesign and luxury. Its collaboration with artists of thecalibre of Balla and Lichtenstein made for attentiongrabbing pieces. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.borbonese.com. Via N. Bixio, 7. T: 02 97379911. M1Porta Venezia. Map H3BORSALINO—Historic Italian company synonymouswith “hats” the world over. Each piece is anunrepeatable masterpiece, created with anartisan touch, the result of in-depth research thatharmonizes fabrics, materials and colours. Open Monand Sun 10am-2pm/3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 10am-7pm.www.borsalino.it. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. T: 0289015436. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F5BRACCIALINI—Bags resembling works of art:embroidered, coloured, vibrant and carefree.Both inside and out, these totes are the epitomeof creativity, innovation and passion. For womenin search of distinctive, unique, personality-filledobjects. Also sells scarves, wallets, belts, sunglassesand other items. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm.www.braccialini.it. Corso Venezia, 3. T: 02 76001786.M1 San Babila. Map G4BRIC’S—Impeccably crafted travel products.Accessories, briefcases and women’s handbags.Functionalism and creativity, noble leathers andinnovative materials – a perfect blend of traditionand avant-garde technology. For sophisticated,elegant travelers. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun10am-7pm. www.brics.it. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.T: 02 89098043. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F5CAMOMILLA—Bags and accessories for trendy,fashion-conscious women. Style and personalitywithout foregoing quality and elegance. Costumejewellery, accessories and bags for an emotion-filledshopping experience. Open Mon-Sat 10am-8pm;Sun 11am-7pm. www.camomilla.it. www.camomilla.it. Corso Europa corner of Galleria San Carlo. T: 0276280809. M1 San Babila. Map G5COCCINELLE—Sophisticated, timeless high-fashionbags and accessories with an artisan edge. Forthose in search of accessories featuring minimalistlines and eye-catching details. A wide choice of<strong>WHERE</strong> COVERS MORE than 100 global travel destinations, from Singapore to San Francisco, LA to London, Miami to <strong>Milan</strong> and great places in between.© PHOTO ARMANI22 <strong>WHERE</strong> MILAN I JANUARY 2011
ShoppingGuidelinesThis directory, grouped by category, is a listof establishments recommended by theeditors of <strong>Where</strong> Magazine and includes regularadvertisers. Based on statistical evidence, themost popular luxury brands are grouped underthe separate lisiting Fashion Designer Stores,which can be found on pages 24-25.MAP LOCATIONSNote that references in BOLD at the end ofeach listing (A1, B5 etc) refer to the coordinateson the street maps on pages 62-63.INFORMATIONVisitors should note that VAT is generally 20%and it is generally included in the price ofgoods. Before finalizing a purchase, overseasvisitors from outside the EU should ask theshop assistant whether they are eligible fora tax refund. Shopping hours are generallyfrom 9.30am to 7.30pm; less centrally locatedshops still take the traditional lunch break from12.30pm or 1pm to 3pm or 4pm. Most shopsare closed on Sundays (except those located incentral <strong>Milan</strong>) and on Monday mornings. Makesure to always check ahead. Several unusualshops, stocking items and rarities for collectorsand aficionados in specific product categories,are listed under Passion Shopping rather thanin the standard Shopping sections.bags, footwear, wallets and other accessories. 3sales outlets. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun11am-2pm/3pm-7pm. www.coccinelle.com. ViaA. Manzoni corner of via Bigli T: 02 76028161. M3Montenapoleone. Map F4EVE—Leather accessories: shoes, bags, wallets andluggage featuring a young, contemporary design,made from the finest, ultra-soft leathers. Available ina wide range of colours that can be matched withthe garments chosen by Eve for casual, elegant menand women’s wear. Viale Piave, 35. Open 10am-7.30pm. T: 02 29526986. M1 Porta Venezia. Map H3;Via L. Mascheroni, 12. Open Mon-Fri 9.30am-7pm;Sat 9.30am-1.30pm/3pm-7pm. T: 02 468732. M1Conciliazione. Map C4FURLA—Contemporary luxury and a discreet, elegantstyle. A wide assortment of exclusively “Made-in-Italy” items: bags, footwear, belts, luggage, costumejewellery and jewellery. A perfect example oftime-honoured Italian artisan tradition. The chain hasother stores in <strong>Milan</strong>. Open Mon-Sun 10am-7.30pm.www.furla.it. Corso Buenos Aires, 22 corner of viaOmboni. T: 02 2043319. M1 Porta Venezia. Map G5I SANTI—This well-established historic <strong>Milan</strong>ese brandcreates not only handbags and accessories forwomen but also a travel&business and men’s line.A perfect blend of superior craftsmanship, supremequality skins and Italian design, with painstakingattention to details. Open Mon 2.30pm-7.30pm;Tues-Sat 9am-7.30pm. www.isanti.it. Corso Lodi, 1.T: 02 55185925. M3 Porta Romana. Map H7MIU MIU—A young, stylish, fresh, avant-gardebrand created, in 1993, by Miuccia Prada (Miu Miuis her nickname) for young, upmarket women.Dresses, bags, footwear, gloves, scarves and fashionaccessories and items. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun 11am-8pm. www.miumiu.com. ViaSant’Andrea, 21. T: 02 76001799. M1 San Babila, M3Montenapoleone. Map G4MUTINELLI—The time-honoured milliner, Multinellioffers a vast selection of high-class hats for menand women. The atmosphere is still the same asit was back in 1888, the year of its establishment,and still retains its original flooring, wrought irondécor and period furnishings. Open Mon 3.30pm-7.30pm; Tues-Sat 10am-1pm/3.30pm-7.30pm. www.mutinellicappellimilano.com. Corso Buenos Aires, 5.T: 02 29523594. M1 Porta Venezia. Map H3VALEXTRA—For those in search of luxury luggage,sophisticated bags and leather items for the office.Its range also includes wallets, small leather goods(including exclusive keyrings) and elegant cases forlaptops (PC and Mac). Valextra is a harmonization ofartistic inventions and artisan experiences. The storehas other sales point in <strong>Milan</strong>. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.valextra.it. A. Manzoni, 3. T: 02 99786000.M3 Montenapoleone. Map F4BeautyALDO COPPOLA—This celebrity hair salon has noneed for introduction and is a hot favourite withthe fashion crowd. Aldo Coppola boasts numeroussalons scattered around <strong>Milan</strong> but also in otherfashion capitals worldwide. Minimalist décor anddesign lighting make this a truly unique venue in<strong>Milan</strong>, Rome, Florence, Como, Lecco, Monte Carloand Porto Cervo. Open Tues-Sat 9am-6pm. www.aldocoppola.it. Corso Garibaldi, 110. T: 02 6552144.M2 Moscova. Map F2BEAUTY SUN (DIBI CENTER)—The highly centralBeauty Sun offers its clientele all the expertiseand consultancy of a DibiCenter, including face orbody check-ups. A complete package of wellbeing– body and face treatments, pressotherapy,nail reconstruction and permanent make-up.Open Mon-Fri 9am-7pm; Sat 9am-2pm. www.dibibeautysun.it. Via San Paolo, 13 (GalleriaLongobardi). T: 02 87<strong>75</strong>89. M1 San Babila. Map G5MILANO ESTETICA DUE—A beauty parlour parexcellence, located in the heart of town. A team,consisting of doctors and experts, is available fortargeted consultancy. Face treatments on offerinclude radiofrequency and ultrasound, skin controland botulifting. Body treatments range frommassages to marine peeling, thermal treatmentsand cavitation. Open Mon-Sat 9am-7pm. www.milanoestetica.it. Corso Venezia, 3. T: 02 76001202.M1 San Babila. Map G4PR<strong>OF</strong>UMO—A reference point for the lovers ofexclusive perfumes and fragrances. Inaugurated in1984, this shop distinguishes itself from other moretraditional venues by offering a selection of exclusiveproducts that celebrate the art of perfume, the resultof in-depth research by its owner, Nicoletta Astori.Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Via Brera, 6. T: 02 72023334.M3 Montenapoleone. Map F4TONY&GUY—Two young and dynamic salons (in viaV. Monti and Galleria Passarella) offering personalizedcuts, studied according to the lines of your face andindividual customer requirements. Tony&Guy alsoboasts a prestigious academy, where hair stylistsshare experiences, and a beautifully packagedproduct line. Open Mon 11am-8pm; Tues-Wed-Fri9.30am-9pm; Thurs 9.30am-9pm; Sat 9.30am-7.30pm.www.toniandguy.it. Via V. Monti, 27. T: 02 48027137.M1-M2 Cadorna. Map D4WILD BEAUTY—Just a short distance from the CastelloSforzesco, Wild Beauty aims to rejuvenate skin andsoul. An expert team of professionals, a sophisticatedambience and a host of services. Among themost popular, well worth a try are “beauty day”, acomplete treatment including body care, manicureand pedicure, facials and peelings. Open Mon-Tues8.30am-9pm; Wed-Thurs-Fri 8.30am-9.30pm; Sat10.30am-8pm; Sun 10.30am-8pm. www.wildbeauty.it. Corso Garibaldi, 30. T: 02 72023341. M2 Lanza, M2Moscova. Map E3Books & MagazinesFNAC—An internationally renowned French chain, itoffers three floors featuring a vast range of products:books (also available in foreign languages) CDs,DVDs, videogames, cell phones, MP3, IT, TV, Hi-Fi,cameras and camcorders, a ticket service, photoprinting, bar and Internet Point. Open Mon-Sat9.30am-8pm; Sun 10am-8pm. www.fnac.it. Via Torino,45. T: 02 869541. M1-M3 Duomo, M3 Missori. Map F5IL LIBRO - LIBRERIA INTERNAZIONALE—Establishedas a German bookstore, it specializes in educationalpublications and foreign language literature (English,German, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Russian)both for adults and children. Extremely well-stockedwith multi-lingual assistants, it also offers thepossibility of bibliographical research. Any book titlesnot available in stock can be ordered on request.Mon 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 9am-12.30am/3pm-7pm.www.il-libro.it. Via F. Ozanam 11. T: 02 2049022.M1 Lima. Off MapLA FELTRINELLI EXPRESS—A brand new salespoint extending over 2500 sq.m. located insidethe Stazione Centrale. Spread out over severalfloors, it offers books, CDs, DVDs, multimedia items,stationery and the largest selection of paperbacksin the city in original language versions. On theground floor, dedicated to travelers, you can findan international newsstand and a wide selectionof guides and books on art and local history. Thesecond floor is given over to infants and childrenwhile the third, boasting original frescoes from theThirties, offers a selection of 65 thousand books,CDs, DVDs and games. The top floor is used forpresentations and events. Open Mon-Sun 7am-10pm. www.lafeltrinelli.it. Stazione Centrale.T: 02 06679031. M1-M3 Centrale. Map H1LA FELTRINELLI INTERNATIONAL—A vast catalogueof titles in English, French, Spanish, German, Russian,Portuguese, Chinese, Arabic and others, foreignmagazines, book launches with foreign authors,audio books and DVDs. Open Mon-Fri 9am-7.30pm;Sat 10am-7.30pm. www.lafeltrinelli.it. Piazza Cavour, 3.T: 02 6595644. M3 Turati. Map G3LA FELTRINELLI LIBRI E MUSICA—Italy’s largestchain of music and book stores, it boasts numerouslocations scattered throughout the city. Just a fewsteps away from the Teatro Nazionale, three floorsof books (foreign language sections also available),www.wheretraveler.com 23
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