Florence Shopping

  1. Alessandro Dari

    One of the key names on the city's jewellery scene today, this master craftsman turns out remarkable castellated rings and at times some rather over-the-top pieces of jewellery.

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  2. Artpell Coke

    No, this place has nothing to do with beverages. Since 1938 they have been crafting handmade leather bags and other accessories in this unassuming little shop. It is well worth casting your eyes over the goods here.

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  3. Bojola

    Classic belts, wallets and luggage are offered at this venerable establishment, one of Florence's top shops for hide, where the same family have been turning out quality items for more than a century.

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  4. Bulgari

    Italy's most prestigious jeweller is famous for large colourful stones in antique and slick modern settings, as well as for their glamorous celebrity customers. They also have a huge range of adornments from watches to perfume.

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  5. Cavurotto Argenteria

    The location has been home to a store since as early as the 18th century but this, one of the city's senior names in the silver business, has been going since 1919. Nothing much has changed since then, when the town's aristocracy and Jewish community converged here for their silver needs - even the Savoy royal family shopped here.

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  6. Desmo

    For those with a full wallet, and perhaps the desire to replace it with a new one, this is a good address for leather accessories. It has a range of clothes on offer as well.

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  7. Enrico Verità

    This is one of the eight oldest watchmakers in all of Italy, and a wander around in here is a trip through time. Apart from selling a broad range of timepieces, from the most prestigious modern brands to antique items, the shop also specialises in repairs to just about any kind of ticker you care to bring in.

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  8. Gherardi

    One of the name jewellers on the bridge, Gherardi is Florence's king of coral and has a chest full of finely crafted treasures from clumps of gold to cultured pearls.

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  9. Il Bisonte

    Quality craftsmanship is a byword at 'The Bison', particularly strong on accessories that range from elegant bags in natural leather to distinguished desktop items, leather-bound notebooks, briefcases and the like.

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  10. Il Gatto Bianco

    At the White Cat, an attractive back-street jewellery workshop, you can pick up all sorts of wonderful and affordable jewellery. Fresh contemporary designs incorporate gold, silver and semiprecious stones.

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  12. Madova

    If it's quality leather gloves you're after, be they cashmere-lined or lambswool, you won't find a better selection or service than at this old favourite.

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  13. Parenti

    Since 1855 the Parenti clan has steered this exclusive store down the decades, providing Florence's high and mighty with jewellery, silverware and gift items. The Italian royal family and Italian aristocrats would often seek out unusual and one-off pieces here. You can emulate them today.

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  14. Prada

    This century-old family business is best known for its simplicity in design and colour as well as the distinctive red stripe on the back heel of its shoes. Cutting-edge silhouettes and fabrics adopted by design junkies.

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  15. Pusateri

    Chic leather gloves in an array of colours, ranging from the vaguely loud and pastel to more subdued hues, will have ladies dreaming it is winter again.

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  16. Vettori

    This is one of the big names weighing down the Ponte Vecchio with its treasure chests of gold. You can order pieces to be handcrafted here, but be aware that none of the Ponte Vecchio stores is a workshop any more - they buy and sell the stuff, while generally having the work done elsewhere.

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