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OK-KO Research
Ironic hipsters shop here for Andy Warhol light boxes, lurid plastic chairs, Dutch designer clocks, chill-out compilation CDs and fluoro-coloured handbags in the shape of watering cans. The counter doubles as a deck for the in-house DJ and aperitivo (aperitif) is served upstairs in the winter.
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Ottica Strevella
A friendly full-service optician offering free eye tests, a basic repair service and prescription glasses. A vast range of sunglasses include big-name brands such as Dior, DKNY, Gucci, Ralph Lauren, Cesare Paciotti, Valentino and Armani.
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Peter Pan
This boutique specialises in handmade felt carnevale (carnival) costumes for tots to teens. For everyday cuteness, racks stock everything from Madeleine smocked dresses to isn't-he-adorable mini-Tyrolean jackets. Bag a bargain at sale time.
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Tabaccheria Sisimbro
This temple to tobacco stocks hard-to-find cigarettes (including Dunhill, Dupont and Cartier varieties) as well as decadent Cuban cigars, which are maintained at optimum temperature in a special humidified walk-in room. A range of Italian pipes, cigar cutters, lighters and ashtrays complete the smoky picture.
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Talarico
Mario Talarico and his nephews have turned the humble umbrella into a work of art. Sought after by international heads of state, each piece is a one-off, featuring mother-of-pearl buttons, a horn tip and a handle made from a single tree branch. While top-of-the-range pieces fetch up to €300.00 , more moderate options will keep the budget-conscious singing in the rain.
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Tattoo
A mixed bag of pierced students, urban funksters and skivvy-clad jazz types flock here for an equally mixed bag of music. Tattoo stocks most categories, with a focus on hip-hop and soul. Vinyl is the biggest seller, and you can listen before you buy.
