{"id":64456,"date":"2025-07-31T03:46:07","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T07:46:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.italyperfect.com\/blog\/?p=64456"},"modified":"2025-08-01T03:46:28","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T07:46:28","slug":"the-italy-perfect-guide-to-the-best-shopping-in-florence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.italyperfect.com\/blog\/the-italy-perfect-guide-to-the-best-shopping-in-florence.html","title":{"rendered":"The Italy Perfect Guide to the Best Shopping in Florence"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-64460\" src=\"https:\/\/www.italyperfect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/italy-perfect-florence-ponte-vecchio-shopping-guide.jpg\" alt=\"Florence shopping guide\" width=\"1680\" height=\"1056\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.italyperfect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/italy-perfect-florence-ponte-vecchio-shopping-guide.jpg 1680w, https:\/\/www.italyperfect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/italy-perfect-florence-ponte-vecchio-shopping-guide-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.italyperfect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/italy-perfect-florence-ponte-vecchio-shopping-guide-1024x644.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.italyperfect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/italy-perfect-florence-ponte-vecchio-shopping-guide-768x483.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.italyperfect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/italy-perfect-florence-ponte-vecchio-shopping-guide-1536x965.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1680px) 100vw, 1680px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Florence is a city that knows style \u2013 always has, always will. While the big designer names along Via de\u2019 Tornabuoni and the goldsmiths glittering on the Ponte Vecchio are excellent shopping spots, what keeps us coming back are the smaller discoveries. Hidden along quiet streets, behind unassuming doors or nestled in centuries-old courtyards are the shops that hold the true heart of Florence. These are the places where tradition lives on in the hands of artisans\u2014many younger\u2014and where fashion feels personal. That&#8217;s where we enjoy shopping because you\u2019ll always find something special to take home.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re seeking that perfect Italian scarf, a piece of handmade leather or a one-of-a-kind work of art, here are some of our favorite Florence shops to add to your list.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 1680px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DGdkJPjNX-U\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DGdkJPjNX-U\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Italy Perfect (@italyperfect)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Florence Fashion &amp; Accessories\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Florence is one of Italy\u2019s style capitals, but it\u2019s not all about high-end designer names. The city excels at craftsmanship, so you can expect beautifully made pieces that you\u2019ll cherish for years. From buttery leather bags to fine linens, shopping for fashion in Florence is a joy.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cashmeritaly.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Cashmeritaly<\/strong><\/a> (Via della Vigna Nuova 49r and Via Borgo San Jacopo 29)<br \/>\nLuxurious yet wearable, Cashmeritaly\u2019s scarves are perfect for adding a touch of Italian style to any outfit. The colors are stunning, the quality exceptional and they make wonderful gifts (for others \u2013 or yourself).<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.modaismeralda.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Moda Ismeralda<\/strong><\/a> (Via Borgo San Jacopo 19r)<br \/>\nFor chic, understated fashion, Moda Ismeralda is a must. The boutique is known for its elegant linen clothing and pieces that are perfect for travel yet timeless enough to wear year after year.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ottino.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Ottino<\/strong><\/a> (Via Porta Rossa 69r)<br \/>\nA Florence classic for handbags and purses, Ottino offers a beautiful range from everyday styles to sophisticated evening pieces.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bojola.it\/en\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Bojola<\/strong><\/a> (Via dei Rondinelli 25)<br \/>\nIf your style leans toward sporty elegance, Bojola\u2019s leather travel bags, backpacks and accessories combine craftsmanship with a modern sensibility.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frugonecashmere.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>G.B. Frugone 1885<\/strong><\/a> (Via delle Belle Donne 35r)<br \/>\nFor more than a century, G.B. Frugone has been synonymous with fine cashmere. A visit here is like stepping into a world of quiet luxury.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.falierosarti.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Faliero Sarti<\/strong><\/a> (Via della Spada, 24r)<br \/>\nFaliero Sarti\u2019s scarves are works of art \u2013 light, airy and impossibly soft. Their colors and prints are always inspiring.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/epocavintage.it\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Epoca Vintage<\/strong><\/a> (Via dei Fossi 6)<br \/>\nIf you love vintage, Epoca is a gem. The selection includes gorgeous leather and suede coats, along with unique finds that bring a bit of Florence\u2019s fashion history into your wardrobe.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fratellipiccini.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Fratelli Piccini<\/strong><\/a> (Ponte Vecchio)<br data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"83\" \/>Founded in 1903, Fratelli Piccini is now in its fourth generation and one of the oldest goldsmith families on the Ponte Vecchio. Today it is led by Elisa Tozzi Piccini, who continues to uphold the family legacy of hand\u2011crafted jewelry made by master artisans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 1680px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C1ufKThNijc\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C1ufKThNijc\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Italy Perfect (@italyperfect)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Shoes &amp; Leathercraft<\/h2>\n<p>Florence has a long tradition of leatherwork, and its shoemaking heritage is equally impressive. The city is home to bespoke workshops and celebrated designers who continue to craft shoes by hand, using skills passed down for generations. A great way to appreciate Florence\u2019s fashion legacy is by visiting the <a href=\"https:\/\/museo.ferragamo.com\/it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Museo Ferragamo<\/a>, dedicated to one of Italy\u2019s most famous shoe designers. Afterward, head to these artisan workshops for a closer look at Florence\u2019s shoemaking today.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbmadeinitaly.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CB Made in Italy<\/strong><\/a> (Via Santo Spirito, 62r)<br data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"979\" \/>Founded by the brother-and-sister team of Costanza and Claudio Barindelli, CB combines traditional craftsmanship with sleek contemporary style. Each pair is handmade in Italy with a focus on quality and timeless design.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stefanobemer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Stefano Bemer<\/strong><\/a> (Borgo San Frediano, 143r)<br data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1251\" \/>Stefano Bemer\u2019s name is legendary in bespoke shoemaking. The workshop continues to produce custom shoes of exceptional quality, each pair crafted with precision and artistry in the heart of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.italyperfect.com\/blog\/our-guide-to-florences-oltrarno-neighborhood.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oltrarno<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.manninafirenze.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Mannina<\/strong><\/a> (Via de\u2019 Guicciardini, 16r)<br data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1502\" \/>Founded in 1953 by Calogero Mannina, this family-run shop specializes in handmade shoes and leather goods. Every pair reflects the meticulous craftsmanship that defines Florence\u2019s leather tradition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Gifts &amp; Artisan Crafts<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Florence\u2019s creative spirit shines in its artisan workshops and boutiques. These are the places to find something you won\u2019t see anywhere else.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.florencefactory.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Florence Factory<\/strong><\/a> (Via dei Neri, 6-8r)<br \/>\nA beautifully curated boutique showcasing contemporary Tuscan artisans and designers. From handcrafted leather and jewelry to ceramics and artwork, each piece is carefully selected for its quality and creativity. It\u2019s the perfect place to find unique, meaningful gifts that capture Florence\u2019s artisan spirit.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/femaleartsinflorence\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Female Arts Florence<\/a> (FAF)<\/strong> (new location coming soon)<br \/>\nWe loved this colorful spot on Borgo S. Frediano, which celebrated female artists with a gallery space and shop. While they\u2019re between locations right now, keep an eye on their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/femaleartsinflorence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a> for updates as they\u2019ll be reopening soon in the historic center. Wherever they land, expect the same vibrant mix of art, creativity and color that made the first space such a favorite.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.giuliamateria.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Giulia Materia<\/strong><\/a> (Sdrucciolo de&#8217; Pitti, 13r)<br \/>\nLocated near the Palazzo Pitti, modern design meets Tuscan tradition in Giulia Materia\u2019s creative shop. Her clothing and accessories are sustainable, stylish and distinctly Florentine.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/scuoladelcuoio.it\/it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Scuola del Cuoio<\/strong><\/a> (Via di S. Giuseppe, 5\/R)<br \/>\nBehind Santa Croce, this historic leather school has been producing handcrafted pieces for decades. Watching the artisans at work is part of the experience.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ilpapirofirenze.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Il Papiro<\/strong><\/a> (Multiple locations)<br \/>\nKnown for exquisite marbled paper, Il Papiro is a Florence icon. We love the tiny two-level shop just behind the Duomo (Piazza del Duomo, 24\/r), but the larger Oltrarno location just across the Ponte Vecchio (Via de&#8217; Guicciardini, 47r) is also charming.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.giuliogiannini.com\/it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Giulio Giannini e Figlio<\/strong><\/a> (Via dei Velluti, 1)<br \/>\nA Florence institution since 1856, this family-run workshop is now in its sixth generation, led by Maria Giannini. Known for exquisite hand-marbled paper and fine leather-bound books, each piece is created using centuries-old techniques. You can also book demonstrations or workshops to try this timeless craft yourself!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laviadelte.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>La Via del T\u00e8<\/strong><\/a> (Via della Condotta, 28\/r)<br \/>\nFounded in Florence in 1961, La Via del T\u00e8 brings the art of fine tea to life with blends inspired by the city\u2019s landmarks, like the Santa Maria del Fiore black tea. With elegant boutiques around the city, it\u2019s a beautiful spot to choose gifts or bring home a delicious reminder of Florence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 1680px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C_3DRbCNaBG\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C_3DRbCNaBG\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Italy Perfect (@italyperfect)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Bookshops<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Florence has a surprisingly rich tradition of bookshops, particularly for English-language readers. Since the days of the Grand Tour, the city has drawn scholars, writers and travelers from abroad, and its vibrant expat community has kept the tradition alive. These bookshops are more than places to buy books, they\u2019re cultural touchstones and gathering spots for locals and visitors alike.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.papex.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Paperback Exchange<\/strong><\/a> (Via dell&#8217;Oche, 4\/r)<br \/>\nA beloved institution since 1979, Paperback Exchange is the go-to for English-language books in Florence. The shelves are lined with both new releases and secondhand treasures, making it the perfect place to pick up something for your holiday reading \u2013 or a gift to bring home.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.libreriabrac.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Libreria Brac<\/strong><\/a> (Via dei Vagellai, 18\/r)<br \/>\nThis bookshop feels like a little secret, tucked away on a quiet street. Inside, it\u2019s a warm and creative mix of books, a vegetarian caf\u00e9-bistrot, cultural events and concerts.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.giuntiodeon.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Giunti Odeon<\/strong><\/a> (Piazza degli Strozzi)<br \/>\nStepping into Giunti Odeon is an experience in itself. Set inside a 1920s cinema, this bookshop is grand yet inviting. Alongside the books, there\u2019s often a cultural calendar of talks, film screenings and events that make it a lively part of Florence\u2019s literary life.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 1680px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C0ehvhQtFJr\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C0ehvhQtFJr\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Italy Perfect (@italyperfect)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Perfumes &amp; Home Scents<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Florence has a long history of fragrance, with perfumers who have perfected their craft over centuries. These are two of the city\u2019s most unforgettable scent experiences.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/eu.smnovella.com\/it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Santa Maria Novella<\/strong><\/a> (Via della Scala, 16)<br \/>\nEstablished in 1221, Santa Maria Novella is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.italyperfect.com\/blog\/florence-santa-maria-novella-pharmacy.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the world\u2019s oldest pharmacy<\/a>, still crafting fragrances, herbal remedies and beauty products using centuries-old formulas. A visit feels like stepping back in time and you\u2019ll leave with a scent that forever recalls Florence.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aquaflor.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Aquaflor<\/strong><\/a> (Borgo Santa Croce, 6)<br \/>\nSet in a historic palazzo near Santa Croce, Aquaflor is an elegant perfume house where each fragrance is crafted in-house. You can explore the boutique or book a custom perfume experience for a truly personal scent of Florence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 1680px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CzEN5gZt5ic\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CzEN5gZt5ic\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Italy Perfect (@italyperfect)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\nShopping in Florence is about so much more than what you bring home. It\u2019s about the people you meet, the craftsmanship you witness and the stories behind every item. Whether you\u2019re browsing centuries-old ateliers or discovering a modern designer, these shops capture the essence of Florence. Make time for a little shopping during your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.italyperfect.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Italy Perfect<\/a> stay, and take a piece of the city\u2019s beauty with you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Step inside our Florence shopping address book, filled with favorite artisan workshops, handmade shoe boutiques, perfumeries and bookshops to explore on your next visit. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.italyperfect.com\/blog\/the-italy-perfect-guide-to-the-best-shopping-in-florence.html\">... <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Read More<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":64460,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[7,277,175],"class_list":["post-64456","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-florence","tag-florence","tag-florence-shopping","tag-florence-things-to-do"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.3 - 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