Made in Italy shopping in Florence

After you have visited museums, have admired artworks and the unique architecture in the world, eaten a “lampredotto” and ice cream, you should not miss to go Made in Italy shopping in Florence!

In the cradle of Italian art not only high quality artisanship but also fashion. In fact, the Tuscan city is one of the most important national and international reference points for Italian fashion. To witness this role is the “Museum of Fashion and Costume”, the only Italian museum dedicated to fashion, which houses some of the most famous leaders of international brands as well the history of Italian style. 

Always here, it takes place the most important fashion industry events such as Pitti Uomo (in January), Pitti Bimbo, and Pitti Fashion Front (in November) with fashion show and many events in the centre. 

 

Made in Italy shopping streets in Florence

Starting from the Duomo, the main Made in Italy shopping streets in Florence, branch off into the city centre. Via Tornabuoni is the street where the luxury brands of Italian and international fashion are concentrated, while other prestigious brands are located in Via Strozzi, via Tosinghi, via della Vigna Nuova, via Roma and via Calzaiuoli. To see the Florentine artisans at work it is necessary to cross the area of Santa Croce, or the magical Ponte Vecchio, it depends if you are a leather goods lover or you prefer exclusive jewels.

 

Made in Italy shopping tour in Florence, what to buy

Made in Italy shopping tour in Florence, therefore, cannot end without having bought one leather handcrafted accessory, from shoes to bags there is only spoiled for choice, or a precious bijou result of the work of some great master Florentine goldsmith.