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Shoppingsnow globes and fairytales. OldToys offers a widerange of highly specialized items, sought afterthroughout Europe and the US, with a large sectiondedicated to early twentieth century antiques andchina. Open daily 10.30am-7pm. www.oldtoys.it.Corso Vercelli, 2. T: 02 48006604.M1 Conciliazione. Map C4SCALA SHOP (LA)—A destination store for the loversof ballet and opera, this fabulously equipped shopoffers a wide choice of books, CDs, DVDs, gift items,merchandise, photos and posters. It has a cornerdedicated to dance equipment and shoes by Freddy,the official sponsors of the La Scala Ballet corps.Purchases can also be made online. Open Mon-Sun10.30am-7.30pm and on evenings after performances.www.lascalashop.it. Largo A. Ghiringhelli.T: 02 45483257. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F4STIVALERIA SAVOIA—Founded in the 1920s as theofficial bootmaker to the Savoy regiment, it is theshoemaker-of-choice for all those who are passionateabout hunting, riding or polo. Today, it makesbespoke all-purpose boots and shoes handcraftedby artisans. The establishment carries both ready-towearand made-to-measure collections. In additionto footwear, it also sells dresses, shirts and smallleather goods, also customized to suit individualrequirements. Open Mon 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 9.30am-1.30pm/2.30pm-7pm. www.stivaleriasavoia.it. ViaPetrarca, 7. T: 02 463424. M1-M2 Cadorna. Map D4ShoesALBERTO GUARDIANI—The best of “Made-in-Italy”featuring innovative, elegant, contemporaryfootwear. Handcrafted details (hand-stitchingand customized finishes) and a selection of primequality materials. Mon 1pm-7.30pm; Tues-Sat10am-7.30pm. www.albertoguardiani.it. C.soVenezia, 6. T: 02 76021697. M1 Palestro. Map H3ALFONSO GARLANDO—Hundreds of styles,colours and heels in all shapes and sizes. At thisstore, it is truly impossible not to find exactlythe shoe that you’re looking for! Open Mon12.30am-7.30pm; Tues-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun11am-1.30pm/2.30pm-7pm. www.alfonsogarlando.com. Via Madonnina, 1. T: 02 874665. M1Cairoli, M2Lanza. Map F3FERRAGAMO—Established in 1926, Ferragamoshoes are real works of art. Each new line is theresult of fifty days of labour and all finishes areentirely handcrafted. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun 11am-7pm. www.ferragamo.com. Via Montenapoleone, 3, Women. T: 0276000054. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4; viaMontenapoleone, 20/4, Men. T: 02 76006660. M3Montenapoleone. Map G4FIGINI—Men and women’s shoes handcrafted usingthe finest quality materials, a perfect blend ofcreativity and artisan tradition. Classic footwear foreveryday wear. Open Mon 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 10am-7pm. www.figinifootwear.it. Corso Monforte, 2.T: 02 76022937. M1 San Babila. Map H4FRATELLI ROSSETTI—Renowned throughout theworld for their comfort and fit. These beautifullyhandcrafted shoes are a perfect mix of luxuryand tradition, with an added touch of originality.Beautiful and stylish to boot. Open Mon-Sat 10am-8pm; Sun 10am-2pm/3pm-7pm. www.rossetti.it. Via Montenapoleone, 1. T: 02 76021650. M3Montenapoleone. Map G4GEOX—The famous “breathable shoe”, the resultof the creative genius of Mario Moretti Polegato,distinguished by a special waterproof, breathablemembrane. Innovation, design and healthy feet. Ninesales points in Milan. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm;Sun 11am-7.30pm. www.geox.com. Piazza San Carlocorner of corso Vittorio Emanuele II. T: 02 76028217.M1 San Babila. Map G5; via Montenapoleone, 26T: 02 76009372. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4HOGAN—Add a touch of high-quality comfort andthe best of Italian design to your shoe wardrobe.Innovative, easy-to-wear luxury. Open Mon-Sat10am-7.30pm; Sun 10am-2pm/3pm-7.30pm. www.hoganworld.com. Via Montenapoleone, 23.T: 02 76011174. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4SERGIO ROSSI—Sergio Rossi awakens the femme fatalein every woman. Beautifully crafted, comfortable, eyecatchingfootwear designed for women (and men) insearch of an iconic symbol of style. Each pair of shoesis checked for quality at least 120 times. Sergio Rossialso stocks handbags. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm.www.sergiorossi.com. Via Montenapoleone, 27.T: 02 76006140. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4SUTOR MANTELLASSI—The name Sutor comes fromLatin meaning “fine sewer, cobbler” to indicate theluxury hallmark feature that has been kept alive bythe brand throughout the years. The time-honouredtradition of handmade shoes, but also bags and belts,preserved over time with pride and passion. Exquisitehandcrafting and an exclusive design for an objectthat more than a shoe is actually a “state of mind”.Unique shoes for discerning customers. Open Mon-Sat 10am-1pm/2pm-7pm. www.sutormantellassi.com.Via P. Verri, 2. T: 02 76020339. M1 San Babila. Map G4TANINO CRISCI—Handcrafted workmanship for shoesthat are comfortable to wear and so classic that theywill never go out of style. Beautiful boots for bothmen and women. Open Mon 10am-2pm/3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 10am-7pm. www.taninocrisci.com.Via Montenapoleone, 3. T: 02 76021264. M1 SanBabila. Map G4VERGELIO—A historic brand offering some ofthe finest quality footwear for men and women.Collections that are always abreast of the latestfashion trends without ever foregoing quality. AMade-in-Italy “must”. The chain has many other shopsscattered around the city. Open Mon 3pm-7.30pm;Tues-Sat 10am-7.30pm. www.vergelio.it. Corso VittorioEmanuele II, 10. T: 02 76003087.M1 San Babila. Map G5VIBRAM—From the well-known Italian company thatproduces rubber soles for sports footwear and, inparticular, hiking boots, amongst other things, thisshop offers the highly original “Vibram FiveFingers”product that adapts perfectly to the shape ofany foot. Open Mon 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 10am-1.30pm/2.30pm-7pm. www.vibram.com. Via R. Sanzio,6. T: 02 36528461. M1 Wagner. Map B4Department Stores& Shopping CentersLA RINASCENTE, a fabulousdepartment store overlooking theDuomo, is a real part of Milan’s history.Open seven days a week: Mon-Sat9.30 am-10pm; Sun 10am-10pmwww.rinascente.it Piazza Duomo,10. T: 02 88521. M1-M3 Duomo.MAP F5.La Rinascente Food&Restaurants(see photo) on the 7th floor featuresa Food Market brimming with rareand fabulous delicacies, all origincontrolled. It also offers visitors achoice of as many as nine bars andrestaurants designed to cover theentire spectrum of taste: from theSushi Bar to the Mozzarella Bar,from slow food sandwiches to theOyster Bar. Open 7 days a weekuntil midnight (dedicated entrancesalso on via Santa Radegonda, 1and via San Raffaele, 2.T: 02 8852471)Another historic department store,extending over several floors, is the COINflagship store in piazza Cinque Giornate.Boasting a seamless glass façade, itfeatures one of the largest video wallsin Europe and serves as an interactivemedium for dialogue with the city. Itoffers a number of excellent servicesand an array of the best fashion brands,ranging from clothing to accessories, fromhome design to food. It also has otherbranches located in corso Vercelli 44 andin piazza Cantore 12.Mon-Fri 10am-8pm; Sat 10am-8.30pm;Sun 11am-8pm. www.coin.it. PiazzaCinque Giornate. T: 02 55192083. MAP H5.The PIAZZA PORTELLO shoppingcentre is situated just outside the centre,in a rapidly expanding area: this open-airmall hosts numerous shops and facilities.Mon-Sun 8.30am-9pm. www.piazzaportello.it. Via Grosotto, 7.MAP A2.38 WHERE MILAN I JANUARY 2011