Shopping in Rome
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Gente Outlet
You can buy discount brands such as Chloe, Prada, Marni and Jill Sander at Gente Outlet the less-expensive relation to Gente’s main store in Via del Babuino.
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Borri Books
There’s a good selection of English-language books (including kids’ and travel books) on the upstairs floor of this glass-fronted shop on the concourse at Stazione Termini.
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Retrò
Design buffs, prepare to swoon over the rainbow rows of sexy 1950s and ‘60s glassware, Bakelite jewellery, pop art carpets, vintage designer furniture and iconic chairs by the likes of Italian design great Giò Ponti and influential French designer Pierre Paulin.
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Distanes
A laid-back shop specializing in women's vintage clothes and accessories from the 1960s and '70s, Distanes exudes a retro charm reminiscent of the great tie-dye years.
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Outlet Point
Outlet Point, in Spagna, sells De Carlis, a typical Roman high-fashion label, with prices at 50% to 60% off, including cashmere and cocktail dresses.
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Rap
This street is home to some idiosyncratic artist studios. Pick up an offbeat chicken-legged table by children's book author and artist Chiara Rapaccini at this shop.
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La Corona
A tie-filled, cupboard-sized emporium, La Corona can be relied on for classic sober designs, the latest fads, and colourful numbers ranging from garish to great.
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Focacci
One of several smashing delis along this pretty street, this is where to buy cheese, cold cuts, smoked fish, caviar, pasta and olive oil as well as wines.
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Fausto Santini
Rome’s best-known shoe designer, Fausto Santini is famous for his beguilingly simple, architectural shoe designs. Colours are beautiful, quality impeccable.
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Città dell'Altra Economia
There are two retail outlets inside the enlightened Città dell'Altra Economia (City of the Other Economy): stocks organic, fair-trade food and wine.
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Libreria Sorgente
Fancy some literature and nonfiction books in Spanish or Portuguese? Check out Libreria Sorgente, next door to the Spanish Istituto Cervantes.
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La Rinascente
La Rinascente is a stately, upmarket department store, with a particularly buzzing cosmetics department, all amid art nouveau interiors.
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Spazia Bio
Inside the enlightened Città dell'Altra Economia (City of the Other Economy), Spazio Bio stocks organic, fair-trade food and wine.
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Discount dell’Alta Moda
Discount dell’Alta Moda sells big names at knock-down prices (around 50% off) and is well worth a rummage.
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Statuaria – Arte Sacra
For a life-sized statue of the Virgin Mary or a host of smaller icons..
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Nuovo Mercato Esquilino
One of Rome’s cheapest markets and the best place to find exotic herbs and spices.
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Miu Miu
The funky sister label of Prada, overseen by Miuccia Prada.
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Piazza dell’ Unità
Near the Vatican, perfect for stocking up for a picnic.
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Anniable Gamarelli
If nothing but the pope’s tailors will do.
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Testaccio
The most Roman of all. Sharpen your elbows and admire the queuing techniques of the elderly. It’s noted for its excellent quality and good prices.
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Telecom Italia
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Made in San Lorenzo
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Porta Portese Flea Market
To see another side of Rome, head to this mammoth flea market. With thousands of stalls selling everything from rare books and spare bike parts to Peruvian shawls and MP3 players, it's crazily busy and a lot of fun. Keep your valuables safe and wear your haggling hat.
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