Shopping In Milan

Italy’s fashion capital is known globally for its design eye and haute couture catwalks. But beyond the high-end fashion houses, Milan is bustling with a luxurious range of eclectic and independent stores and multi-purpose shopping spaces. From furniture and design objects to clothing and jewellery, here are some of the hottest addresses in town.

- MARIA PASQUALE

FASHION, LEATHER, ACCESSORIES

OSANNA E MADINA VISCONTI DI MODRONE

In their pretty courtyard space, Osanna and her daughter Madina handcraft necklaces and headbands and recently started a collection of small bespoke pieces of furniture. Romantically inspired by plants and flowers, their works are made with non-precious metals and other materials.

PREMIATA

Premiata has been in the shoemaking business since 1885 under the name of Mazza. From elegant leather women’s shoes to trekking boots, their collections remain consistently on the edge of craftsmanship and innovation. The elegant store also features a men and women’s line of leather goods.

RENE CAOVILLA

Rene Caovilla’s journey in shoemaking started in Venice, has seen all the Milan catwalks and worked with brands like Valentino and Dior. His stunning creations, usually jewel encrusted, have gone global with stores in many major cities and the sleek design Milan store is not to be missed.

RESTELLI GUANTI

The stylish Milanese love their leather gloves and Restelli have been expertly crafting them for both men and women since 1920. Keep an eye on their site because they announce a pop up store usually in Via Manzoni each year.

CALZOLERIA VOLTA

The Volta name has been associated with design and crafting of unlined loafers in Milan since 1883. Their collections are fun, colourful and come in a range of styles and materials including leather and suede. They also have a line of shopping and travel bags.

BO MONTEBELLO