Opened in 1867 and one of the oldest (and most beautiful) shopping arcades in the world, it was built during Unification, a turbulent time in Italian history. The word "mall" doesn't do it justice. It's a gorgeous building. Don't miss the Prada flagship a store. It's been in business since 1913.
Piazza Duomo
Milan, 20122
The elegant department store's top floor has restaurants, a food market, and an outdoor café with a bird's eye view of the spires of the Duomo. The main floor has an incredible selection of cosmetics and perfumes. The basement is all about design via designated Kartell section, bookshop, and café.
Piazza Duomo
Milan, 20121
A sophisticated cycling institution. In addition to selling beautiful handmade and customized bikes, they also have a bike rental service so you can ride around town like the locals do.
Corso Giuseppe Garibaldi, 71
Milan, 20121
A legendary and influential company that has produced many icons of Italian design, including the Citera pencil holder and the Formosa perpetual calendar, designed by Enzo Mari in 1960 and 1963, and the Bruno Munari-designed Cubo ashtray from 1957. Timeless beauties.
Via Antonio Canova, 34
Milan, 20145
The best ballet shoes ever, as evidenced by the fact that they're worn by La Scala dancers. In addition to professional models for ballet and pointe, the collection includes ballet shoe variations of boots, flats with interchageable right and left shoes, and T-strap heels. Styles can be ordered in satin, leather, canvas, and suede; with a higher- and lower-cut vamp; in a wide range of colors and finishes like grosgrain ribbons, bows, and toe caps.
Piazza Paolo Ferrari, 6
Milan, 20159
A love-at-first-sight place where the clothes, accessories, and objects are the product of endless research trips all over the world. The soul of the warm, cheerful shop is Uberta Zambeletti, a fashion and interior designer, stylist, and consultant for important fashion houses. A mixture of color, taste, and jest, the boutique is an absolute must.
Via Santa Marta, 14
Milan, 20123