Tuscany is famous for Creativity and Fantasy, the land of Master Artisans second to none in the creation of unique works of art in a number of fields.

The coming week end (May 15-16-17) the 15^th editon of Mostra Mercato Artigianato e Palazzo takes place in Giardino Corsini Florence.

A selected Clique of Master Artisans will gather to display their works and give live demonstrations of their capabilities in different areas with the use of many materials – wood, glass, jewels and jewelry, just to name a few.

This is a unique occasion to visit one of the most beautiful gardens in Florence.

More information and details are available at the Artigianato e Palazzo website here (In Italian).

Many of our customers rely on our advice not only for sightseeing but also for shopping. Tuscany offers a selection of quality Outles such as the McArthurGlen at Barberin del Mugello, The Mall at Leccio (Reggello) and the Dolce & Gabbana outlet in Incisa nel Valdarno, and Prada at Terranova Bracciolini, and last but not least Roberto Cavalli at Osmannoro.

Shopping isn’t only about purchasing goods, it’s also a way of being, and many enjoy shopping only in the city, mostly in central Florence – her are some addresses you’ll want to keep handy after leaving you hotel …

Luisa in Via Roma a must when it comes to shopping destinations in central Florence which organizes events, exhibitions and aperitifs. Here you’ll find:

• ALESSANDRO DELL’ACQUA,
• BURBERRY
• DIANE VON FURSTENBERG
• DIESEL
• DOLCE & GABBANA
• GIVENCHY
• OSCAR DE LA RENTA
• JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER
• ROBERTO CAVALLI
• VALENTINO
• YOHJI YAMAMOTO
• YVES SAINT-LAURENT
• …

Michele Negri shop and café in Via deli Agli is an interesting place to shop with 2 other locations in Via Roma and Porta Rossa

Gerard Loft in Via dei Pecori features Lurury Sneakers an alternative to Gerard near Piazza Signoria.

If it’s shoes you are looking for then Joliette Firenze in Via Frà Jacopo Passavanti is a must, featuring shoes of various brands:

• MOSCHINO
• MARC BY MARC
• JACOBS
• ETRO

In via della Vigna you’ll find:

• La perla
• Cesare Paciotti
• Versus Versace
• Gucci
• Swarovski
• Dolce & Gabbana

In Piazza Repubblica:

• PATRIZIA PEPE
• Raspini

Via Tornabuoni:

• FERRAGAMO
• Yves Saint Laurent
• Trussardi
• Prada
• Dior
• Ermenegildo Zegna
• Giorgio Armani

While you’re in Via Tornabuoni stop at PROCACCI for a famous truffle flavored sandwich – very well known and appreciated in Florence.

Tuscany is home not only to famous designer labels but to many skilled craftsman producing luxury goods – more on who to look for and where to find them soon …

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