Italy, without a doubt, is a utopia for shoppers. Between Milan and Rome, you can find multiple shops for every high- end european designer that has ever existed, not to mention millions of tiny boutiques. The problem is, with so many options, where do you even start? My solution is this shopping guide to la bella roma. I advise you to head towards the smaller places. You can find a Prada or Gucci in large cities all over the world-but Italy is a fashion- foward shopper´s paradise for quality cashmere, leather, silk, etc and so sometimes the smaller places is where you can find the most original and quality items, especially in Rome.

Again, with so much amazing shopping, things can get overwhelming, so here is a brief shopping guide to La Bella Roma to lead you to some of the best smaller shops in Italy.

George´s

First off I discovered George´s Boutique, which also has a separate shop for women down the street.

It immediately caught my eye and it was packed with customers, which is always a good sign. Open since 1975, George´s offers several Italian brands, among other international ones, such as Tagliatore, Buttero, Mauro Grifoni and more. They have especially fantastic selection of coats with many different styles to choose from.

 

For more information visit George´s Website or Facebook page.

Location: Via del Pantheon 58

Hours: Mon 10:30-7:30 Tues-Sat 10:00-7:30 Sun 3:00-8:00

All photos images from Georges Facebook Page.

Ripense

The next stop on my shopping list was Ripense.

Ripense is the perfect place because it´s not only a boutique but a taylor as well. They will alter anything you purchase and also things you bring in. According to the owner of Ripense, the shop is for the ¨sophisticated and assertive gentleman, crazy for details. A place devoted to the man looking for something not merely beautiful but also of superior quality and able to convey and enhance his identity¨.

For more information visit the Ripense Website.

Location: Via di Ripetta N. 38

Kiton

Onward and upward to Kiton…a mens suit boutique where you won´t likely find a discount, but you will find skillfully and masterfully constructed suits. Each suit, according to the rules of the Neapolitan tailoring school, are constructed piece by piece for a sleek and well fit look. Unlike the others, this store has locations in many countries, so be sure to check and see if there is one near you!

For more information visit the Kiton website.

Location:  Via del Bauino 130

Cosimo Colonna

Finally I headed over to my last stop, Cosimo Colonna. This large shop has pretty much whatever you might need-Lardini suits and jackets, Hackett shirts, even Gallo socks. What specifically caught my eye were the wool-like ties, they seemed very unique!

 

They currently don´t have a website-so just go pay them a visit!

Location: Via Uffici del Vicario, 53

 

All four of these shops are easily walkable…so start in the Centro Storico and work your walk up and around to the Piazza Spagna to hit all four.

Happy Shopping!

Posted By: Lori