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57 MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS Museums & Attractions Listings Major sightseeing attractions plus museums and events
60 ESSENTIALS where now Transport and useful information Tips for getting around and about in the city New 4th floor designed by Studio Nendo. La Rinascente, Milano piazza Duomo
62 MAP Milan Map 4 A Month of Great Music MITO SettembreMusica Festival is a truly awe-inspiring event. featuring an intriguing blend of musical awareness and listening pleasure. 10 New Fashion Areas at la Rinascente ALSO INSIDE The historic symbol of Milanese fashion has refurbished its spaces. 02 Note from the Publisher 03 A Smart City 12 Made in Italy Highlights 06 Hot Dates Collect miles when shopping at Fidenza Village if you are member of the Frequent Flyer Milan bounces back to life after the summer break with renewed energy 08 City Billboard programmes MilleMiglia, Miles & More, Flying Blue, Iberia Plus, Etihad Guest and hosts several fairs in the fashion and furnishing sectors. 27 Central Milan Map 14 Where to Buy Enjoy an effortless journey to Fidenza Village with the Shopping Express™ every day from SEPTEMBER 2012 A touch of blue: ideas and suggestions for an elegant, seductive total look. ® THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO GO Milan ® ON THE COVER Milan. Book online or ask your concierge for special promotions New women’s fashion wheremilan.comwheremilan com Courtesy of at la Rinascente,
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2 WHERE MILAN I SEPTEMBER 2012 www.wheretraveler.com 3 Milan GUESTS OF HONOUR This year, the international, multi-ethnic and multicultural nature of MITO will set the seal on a series of appointments that will open the frontiers of the festival towards new worlds. A Balinese night is the title of the performance dedicated to the sounds and colours of the Island of Bali, reinterpreted by the Gamelan whereThe month’s top entertainment, dining and artsnow Orchestra with dancers and actors from the Sebatu Company (see photo), 11 September at Teatro della Luna in Assago. Guests of honour will include two countries boasting a rich musical tradition, namely Morocco and Romania: 13 September at the Piccolo Teatro Studio, the Moroccan ensemble Akhawat el- Fane el-Assil will stage The Hadra of the women of Chefchaouen, while on 20 September, the Festival will tribute Romanian composer George Enescu with an inspiring concert at Teatro Elfo Puccini.
MUSICAL MIX Left, the Orchestra dei Pomeriggi Musicali di Milano at the Museo del Novecento (Sala Fontana) - photo Lorenza Daverio. Right, young conductor Andrea Battistoni. Below, Light Lyric Soprano Silvia Colombini.
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MITO SettembreMusica is a Always faithful to its own identity, this year, Claude Debussy marking the 150th anniversary Goldberg Variations by Bach performed by pianist the MITO SettembreMusica Festival once of the composer’s birth. On 6 September Angela Hewitt (7 September at Teatro Elfo Puccini) TICKETS & INFO fantastic jamboree divided again confirms its winning formula: a musical Gatti and company head to Milano to open or Haydn’s Seven Last Words by Christ conducted by Info: www.mitosettembremusica.it into a series of concerts extravaganza of the highest order at affordable the festival there at the Teatro alla Scala. A Jordi Savall (18 September at the Basilica di San App iPhone: MITO SettembreMusica and performances that prices. Scheduled to be held between 5 and whole series of performances will be featuring Marco), but also performances dedicated to two (http://itunes.apple.com) 23 September at its two historic locations – the music of Debussy, including symphonies, living composers, Luis De Pablo of Spain and Kaija Milan Ticket Office: via Dogana 2 create a virtual link between the cities of Milan and Turin – the red carpet chamber music and a slew of piano works Saariaho of Finland, singer-songwriter Paolo Conte T. 02.88464725 - 02.88464748 Lombardy and Piedmont, of the sixth edition of the festival, boasting a performed by talented young musicians. (22 September at Teatro degli Arcimboldi), jazz sets c.mitoinformazioni@comune.milano.it a truly awe-inspiring double billing divided into a series of concerts, The festival will serve as a one-of-a-kind by Paolo Fresu and Uri Caine (17 September at Turin Ticket Office: via San Francesco performances, talks with musicians and a great opportunity to listen to several of the world’s best- Piccolo Teatro Strehler) or the screenings of films da Paola 6 / T. 011.4424777 / September musical event mix of disparate musical genres including loved and renowned soloists, the most famous including City Lights and The Gold Rush by Chaplin [email protected] featuring an intriguing classic, pop, jazz, ethnic and avant-garde music orchestras and the most prominent conductors: with a live performance of the original soundtrack Vivaticket Circuit: http://www.vivaticket. blend of musical awareness concerts, will be graced by the best of the Yuri Temirkanov with the St. Petersburg (20 and 21 September at the’ Aula Magna of the it/mito.php / T. 899.666.805 international musical establishment. Philharmonic Orchestra (8 September at Teatro Bocconi University). (from abroad +39.041.2719035) and listening pleasure. degli Arcimboldi), the young Andrea Battistoni Almost 200 appointments which will culminate + App Vivaticket (iPhone & Android) The 2012 edition of MITO SettembreMusica with the La Scala Philharmonic Orchestra (16 in Milan with a fabulous end-of-festival party and Shuttle Service: Milan-Turin: kicks off on Wednesday 5 September at Turin’s September at Mediolanum Forum Assago), Sir Dj Sets scheduled to be held on 23 September in T. 02.88464725 / Turin-Milan: Teatro Regio with Orchestre National de France, Colin Davis and the English Chamber Orchestra Piazza Città di Lombardia in front of Palazzo della T. 011.4424777 Ask your Concierge conducted by Daniele Gatti, for a tribute to (21 September at the “G. Verdi” Conservatory), the Regione.
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SUNDAY 9 THURSDAY 6 MUSIC IN THE CITY. It’s once again time for MITO Formula 1 Grand Prix SettembreMusica, the International Festival that Racing enthusiasts should make sure to save the date for Monza’s unites Turin and Milan with events, concerts and dance performances. www.mitosettembremusica.it Formula 1 Grand Prix event, the fastest race on the Formula 1 calendar. Spectators on the grandstand will be caught up in the TUESDAY 11 thrill of the moment as F1 racing cars battle it out for a win during LEONARDO IN MILAN. The exhibition of Leonardo’s Codex Atlanticus, the complete the Italian stage of the world Formula 1 Racing Championships at sequence of studies and drawings by the Monza’s Autodrome. www.monzanet.it Renaissance genius, will continue with “De Ludo Geometrico” at the Biblioteca Ambrosiana and the Chiostri del Bramante. www.ambrosiana.eu
WEDNESDAY 12 MOVIE TIME. The 17th edition of the Milano Film Festival, the Milanese extravaganza THERE ARE STORIES THAT DESERVE TO BE CAPTURED FOREVER. dedicated to all aspects of film making including films, documentaries and shorts will kick off in Milan on Wednesday 12 September. www.milanofilmfestival.it
SUNDAY 16 ISRAELI ART SPECTACLE. The largest overview of works by Israeli artist Elad Lassry will be held at PAC, amidst photographs, sculptures, installations and videos. www.comune.milano.it THURSDAY 6 TUESDAY 18 MUSIC HEADLINES. Fans are eagerly awaiting the It’s Fashion Time! performance by American singer Norah Jones who September spells fashion and more fashion in Milan. The Italian fashion capital of the world will will treat audiences to a musical bonanza at Milan’s begin celebrations with Vogue’s Fashion Night Out. Boutiques, flagship and concept stores Teatro degli Arcimboldi. http://teatroarcimboldi.it and department stores, from Milan’s historic via Montenapoleone to Corso Vercelli, will stay open until late at night offering cocktails and hosting DJ sets and parties. vfno2012.vogue.it. THURSDAY 20 Conversely, on 19 September, Milan Fashion Week will kick off with Milano Moda Donna PICASSO TIME. The exhibition featuring more and a massive program of runway shows, after parties and off-calendar events for true than 200 works including paintings, sculptures, fashion lovers. www.cameramoda.it photographs and films will open at Palazzo Reale in discovery of one of the greatest 20th century artists of all times. www.mostrapicasso.it
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PALAZZO REALE PINACOTECA FAIRS y From 20 September AMBROSIANA y 6-9 September PABLO PICASSO. Capolavori y 11 September - 9 December MACEFINTERNATIONAL HOME SHOW dal Museo Nazionale Picasso di Parigi “DE LUDO GEOMETRICO” AT RHO FAIRGROUNDS www.mostrapicasso.it Studies and drawings of Leonardo da www.macef.it y Until 23 September Vinci’s Codex Atlanticus y 10-11 September FABIO MAURI. THE END AT PINACOTECA AMBROSIANA ANTEPRIMA AT SUPERSTUDIO PIÙ Open Mon 2.30pm-7.30pm; Tues-Wed, AND SACRESTIA DEL BRAMANTE VIA TORTONA 27 Fri and Sun 9.30am-7.30pm; Open Tues-Sun 9am-7pm. Piazza Pio XI, 2. y 11-13 September Thurs and Sat 9.30am-10.30pm. M1-M3 Duomo.Map F5. MILANO UNICAITALIAN TEXTILE FAIR Piazza Duomo, 12. T: 02 92800375. www.ambrosiana.it AT FIERAMILANOCITY M1-M3 Duomo. Map F5 www.milanounica.com www.comune.milano.it/palazzoreale y 16-19 September MICAM SHOEVENT AND MIPEL THE BAG SHOW AT RHO FAIRGROUNDS MUSEO DEL www.milanonline.com - www.mipel.it NOVECENTO y 22-24 September y Until 9 September MI MILANO PRET À PORTER TECNICA MISTA: COME È FATTA AT FIERAMILANOCITY L’ARTE DEL NOVECENTO www.milanopretaporter.fieramilano.it y Until 7 October BEPPE DEVALLE. COLLAGE DEGLI ANNI SESSANTA CASTELLO SFORZESCO Open Mon 2.30pm-7.30pm; Tues-Wed, y Until 25 September Fri and Sun 9.30am-7.30pm; Thurs and Sat BRAMANTINO A MILANO 9.30am-10.30pm. Piazza Duomo. Open Tues-Sun 9am-5.30pm. Piazza Castello, 1. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F5 TRIENNALE DESIGN M1-M2 Cadorna FN; M1 Cairoli; M2 Lanza. www.museodelnovecento.org Map E4. MUSEUM www.milanocastello.it y Until 9 September LE CERAMICHE DI ANDREA BRANZI TRIENNALEDESIGNCAFÉ y Until 24 February 2013 TDMW: GRAFICA FIFTH EDITION Open Tues-Sun 10.30am-8.30pm; Thurs-Fri 10.30am-11pm. Viale Alemagna, 6. T: 02 WORLD’S PREMIER OPERA HOUSE 724341. M1-M2 Cadorna. MAP D3 OFFERS A RICH PROGRAM. www.triennale.org www.teatroallascala.org y 7, 10-15, 17, 18 ČAJKOVSKIJ, Onegin; étoile R. Bolle, cond. M. OUT OF TOWN Tatarnikov y Until 28 October y 16 Recital; bs. René Pape, pf. REFLECTIONS BY BILL VIOLA Camillo Radicke AT VILLA PANZA, VARESE y 22, 23, 25 SCHUMANN, Twelve video installations documenting BRAHMS; Filarmonica della Scala, the artist’s research from the mid-seventies cond. C. von Dohnányi until now. y 26, 28 PUCCINI, La bohème; Open Tues-Sun, 10am-6pm cond. D. Rustioni, dir. F. Zeffirelli www.fondoambiente.it
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An historic symbol of Milanese fashion, Contemporary Brands, the focus will be on la Rinascente in piazza Duomo has refurbished designer’s edgier second lines like Philosophy, its exclusive fashion spaces. RED Valentino, Moschino, Cheap&Chic, Marc by Its 2000 sq.m, space on the 4th floor has been Marc Jacobs, MMissoni, MMK Michael Kors, Victoria transformed into a true “ fashion haven” , where by Victoria Beckham, Sonia by Sonia Rykiel, See by a new selection of high-end brands will make Chloé, Just Cavalli, Versus and Galliano. it a must-visit destination for style lovers and fashionistas visiting Milan. The third floor dedicated to footwear has also Big names in haute couture will thus co-habit with been given a makeover with a new Brand-Mix more “contemporary” lines to create an innovative, of classic designer labels as well as a significant trendy mix, for a perfect, heady cross-shopping expansion of its space which has been enlarged experience. from 440 sq.m to its current 800 sq.m. A “one-of- In the area dedicated to High-end Designers, a-kind” space in Italy thanks to its generous feel customers will find stunning collections by Pucci, and wide selection of items dedicated to the Stella McCartney, Burberry Prorsum and Diane accessory best-loved by women the world over. Von Furstemberg, Jil Sander, Valentino, Versace, Vionnet, Costume National, Kenzo and many more. www.rinascente.it. Milano, Piazza Duomo. Conversely in the area given over to T: 02 88521. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F4
HIGHEND LOCATIONS STYLE AND DESIGN Top, the 4th floor area with haute couture brands. Bottom, the 3rd floor dedicated to The revamping of the 4th floor carries the signature of Japanese design footwear. studio Nendo, currently one of the most interesting and innovative on the international design stage, headed by designer Oki Sato (see photo) and co-founder with Akhiro Ito. Its elegant, minimalist style, enriched by poetic touches, is in perfect keeping with a space whose prime aim is to express femininity and elegance. Inspired by the secret rigour of Milanese courtyards, the layout of the floor develop around a large central courtyard over which display areas, enclosed by large arches, face, thus serving as a reflection of the elegant “palazzo” scattered throughout the city’s historic centre.
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The Libreria della Moda (the Fashion After the summer break the city bounces back to life Bookstore), based on a project with renewed energy and hosts several of the most created by the Biblioteca della important fairs in the fashion and furnishing sector. Moda (the Fashion Library) which lies adjacent to it in via Alessandria, In September, all aspects of contemporary beauty 6, has recently opened its doors and comfort are previewed on the prestigious stage to fashion enthusiasts. This highly of the world capital of style unusual shop, a combination of a bookstore and a newsstand, brings the latest news about fashion trends Milan, the Italian capital of commerce and an exclusive presentation of winter fashion to Milan and boasts more than 300 finance, boasts one of the largest and most trends that runs in parallel with Milano Unica magazines from all over the world, important fair systems in the world. The futuristic (11-13 September Fieramilanocity), the Italian including a selection of books and fairgrounds of Rho’s Fieramilano, designed by Textile Fair dedicated to fabric collections and vintage publications. Other highlights architect Massimiliano Fuksas, and the pavilions accessories for clothing (www.milanounica.it). include a continuous turnover and of Fieramilanocity host innumerable fairs and This is followed – always at the Rho fairgrounds rare, “hard-to-find” special editions for trade shows throughout the year. – by Micam shoevent (16-19 September, Rho aficionados, industry members or the The month starts at the Rho fairgrounds Fieramilano), with the presentation of top-of- general public. Open Mon-Fri with Macef, International Home Show (6-9 the-range footwear collections for the next 9am-7pm. www.libreriadellamoda.it September), a twice-yearly event dedicated spring/summer season (www.micamonline. to the exhibition of small high-quality fashion com). During the same period, Mipel – the bag items. Macef embraces a number of sectors, show, will be celebrating its 102nd anniversary. including home furnishings and interior Mipel, the international fair of leather goods is design, tableware, silver and kitchenware, a “not-to-be missed” occasion to discover the gift items, costume jewelry, gold, fashion, latest trends in bags and leather accessories and accessories (www.macef.it). It also hosts (Rho Fieramilano, www.mipel.it). AbitaMi, a fair-workshop at which several of Fashion is the queen of the Milanese Italy’s most dynamic companies and designers autumn and opens with MI Milano prêt-à- display the latest trends in the art of living porter (Fieramilanocity, 22-24 September), 150 shops open 7 days a week, from 10 am to 8 pm. (www.abitami.net). featuring women’s clothing and accessories Next on the agenda is Anteprima (10-11 for the 2013 spring/summer season (www. 30 minutes from Milan and Malpensa Airport. MI-TO Exit Biandrate/Vicolungo September at the new location Superstudio), mimilanopretaporter.fieramilano.it).
12 WHERE MILAN I SEPTEMBER 2012 SHUTTLE BUS ROUND TRIP · MILAN > VICOLUNGO THE STYLE OUTLETS · FOR BOOKING WWW.ZANIVIAGGI.IT · INFOLINE +39 02867131 WHERE NOW Milan WHERE NOW Milan » SHOPPING ENTERTAINMENT & ART Where to Buy From sapphire to cobalt, from HISTORIC GOLF TOURNAMENT the depths of the ocean to For the fourth consecutive time, the historic Royal Park, the intensity of the night: blue I Roveri Golf Club in Turin will host the prestigious BMW takes centre stage in the female Italian Open. Now in its 69th edition, the tournament is wardrobe, for an elegant, 4. one of the oldest in Europe and represents not only one of seductive total look. the most prestigious on the European Professional Circuit but also the maximum expression of Italian golf. Scheduled 1. MIU MIU to be held from 13 to 16 September, the tournament will Shoulder bag in blue nappa cloquet see the participation of several of the world’s top ranking with leather-threaded chain strap and satin lining. professionals. www.bmwitalianopen.com Miu Miu Via Sant’Andrea, 21 T: 02 76001799 M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 TRIBUTE TO SARFATTI, CRAFTSMAN OF LIGHTING www.miumiu.com 1. On 20 September, marking the day of the centenary of the birth of Gino Sarfatti, pioneer of lighting design known throughout the world for his innovative take on 2. LINGOTTINO the subject and the superior quality of his vast production (more than 650 models Necklace with three lines of developed between 1938 and 1973), the Triennale di Milano will inaugurate the first tanzanite cabochon cut and lock large monographic show dedicated to this eclectic individual. The exhibition, curated with diamonds, only piece by Marco Romanelli and Sandra Severi Sarfatti, and mounted by Amedeo Cavalchini Lingottino 5. and Francesco Librizzi, was made possible thanks to contributions from the Flos Via Santa Marta, 10 archives and Parisian collectors Clémence and Didier Krzentowski. www.triennale.it T: 02 72022203 buttons in blue velvet M1 Cordusio. Map E5 Emporio Armani www.lingottino.it Via Manzoni, 31 Sound & Motion Tel. 02 72318600 3. JAEGER-LECOULTRE Not even Milan is able to withstand the irresistible charms of international cinema. M3 Montenapoleone. Map F4 In fact, until 27 September, the Sound & Motion Pictures Estate event (organized Grande Reverso Lady Ultra Thin, www.armani.com by Anteo Spazio Cinema) will offer a selection of the best films of the season in their Valextra strap 2. original language version. The program will involve weekly screenings with reruns at Jaeger-LeCoultre 6. STUART WEITZMAN three different cinemas: Cinema Anteo in via Milazzo 9 (Monday), Cinema Arcobaleno Via Montenapoleone, 1 Victor blue suede open toe decolleté in viale Tunisia 11 (Tuesday) and Cinema Mexico in via Savona 57 (Thursday). T: 02 76281376 with stiletto heel www.spaziocinema.info M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 Stuart Weitzman www.jaeger-lecoultre.com Via della Spiga, 3 Naviglio Martesana 3. T: 02 76003316 Attractive 4. DIOR M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 DISCOVERING Dior Addict woman fragrance Jazz-Pop Singer www.stuartweitzman.com Dior ITALIAN CULTURE With her unmistakable voice and Via Montenapoleone, 3 On 29 and 30 September the sophisticated songs, Norah Jones has T: 02 76398530 “Giornate Europee del Patrimonio” invented a new way of making music will be back for a weekend of by blending the language of jazz with M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 full cultural immersion with free the easy, more laid-back atmospheres www.dior.com admission to various venues of of country music and the immediacy interest including museums, of pop. A winning formula which, on 5. EMPORIO ARMANI churches and theatres. The event 18 September, will see the American Flared dress with a braces effect was developed and organized by songwriter gracing the stage of Milan’s and ruffles in double face satin in the Ministry of Cultural Heritage Teatro Arcimboldi to treat audiences to Indian midnight blue, matched with and Cultural Activities. To access the her biggest hits and new pieces from her knee-length trousers with cuffs and complete calendar of initiatives visit Little Broken Heart album. www.beniculturali.it Ask your concierge 6.
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TIPS FROM FRIENDS Discovering Excelsior Milano
Russian journalist, fashion contributor of Where Milan and lover of Italian style, Alisa Auns gives us her take on a shopping experience in Milan
Knowing how to mix styles and labels is On returning to the ground floor to check essential. Excelsior Milano, boasting 3 floors out how you’re doing, he will find it almost of high-end looks and accessories - set up by impossible not to fall in love with the Antonia, the Milan multibrand boutique - is the innovative creative and affordably-priced “it” destination for people with good taste. gadgets. He might also just decide to stop at the nearby fragrance bar to indulge in some As far as I’m concerned, having a chance to nifty shaving accessories or fragrances by purchase Helmut Lang dresses, Dries Van James Bronley and NGT. Notes jackets, Oliver People sunglasses and James Perse t-shirts, all under the same roof Perfume is a very individual choice and is a question of sheer luck! Now, running never depends on seasonal fashion around the city looking for Brian Atwood, trends. Furthermore, it’s important to Pierre Hardy or Chloe shoes or Isabel Marant remember that what works for one person high-top sneakers is a thing of the past and in a perfume might not work from another. a serious time saver! Many perfumes now tailor their products to suit personality types - including Creed, While you’re choosing your Givenchy Serge Lutens or a number of other well- bag or drooling over the items on display known brands. The same space also hosts at Manolo Blahnik’s shop-in-shop, your a wide selection of home fragrance lines. I boyfriend could be spending time on the personally opted for Amarena from Linari second floor trying on Levi’s vintage jeans, with its delectable notes of cherry blossom cool shirts or design jackets. and fruity accents.
THE TASTING SIDE OF EXCELSIOR
1hour - Eat’s Bistro offers lunch and dinner menus prepared on-the-spot by expert chefs with ingredients chosen by the customer, including fresh sea food obtained directly from the Food Market.
30 mins - A Glass of Prosecco at the Excelsior Café is the best way to cool off after a heady shopping spree. As an accompaniment, I highly recommend their delicious Sword fish salad.
15 mins – The food market on the -2nd floor is filled to the brim with an array of only the EXTRAORDINARY DEPARTMENT STORE freshest products. You can savour a fast snack at the small bar offering “ready-to-eat” dishes or purchase a tempting takeaway fruit salad. GALLERIA DEL CORSO, 4
16 WHERE MILAN I SEPTEMBER 2012 WHERE NOW Milan What’s New in the City Milan always has something new to reveal, including the latest trends from abroad, key shopping streets, fabulous hideaways in the city and sought-after products. Over the last few months, the city has seen a myriad of new store, restaurant, and boutique openings.
Breguet’s First Time The capital of fashion welcomes the first Italian Breguet boutique. This historic brand, synonymous with excellence and technological innovation, will share its exclusive Milanese venue with lovers of the creations of high-class horologerie, by presenting an extensive collection of unique timepieces and jewellery. A scenographic staircase with marble walls leads to the second floor where, in addition to its display cases, visitors are invited to discover everything that they’ve ever wanted to know about Breguet’s workshops at the store’s virtual room which offers the screening of interactive, thematic films. Open Mon-Sun10am-7pm. www.breguet.com. Via Montenapoleone, 19. T: 02 76007756. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4
AND MORE... VISCONTI BAKERY & FOOD Open 11am-11.30pm. Closed on Sat at lunch and on Sun. www.viscontibakeryandfood.it. Via A. Caretto, 4. T. 02 66985758. M2 Centrale. Map G2
QB MERCATO E CUCINA Open Mon 7.30am-6pm; Tues-Fri 7.30am-12pm; Sun 8am-4pm. www.qbmec.it. Viale Pasubio, 8. T: 02 89690509. M2 Moscova. Map F2
HARMONT&BLAINE www.harmontblaine.it. Corso Matteotti, 5. M1 San Babila. Map G4
Cruciani Doubles Its Offer in Milan ASH Open Mon 2.30pm-7.30pm; Tues-Sat 10.30-7.30pm. After Verona, Madrid and the jet-set resorts of Capri, Taormina and Forte dei www.ashitalia.it. Via Madonnina, 1. T: 02 72094198. Marmi, Cruciani C has now opened its 6th monobrand store in the heart of Milan. M2 Lanza. Map F4 Located in the highly central via Manzoni, customers can now purchase the highly sought-after bracelets that, for one year, have embellished the wrists of trend- SU GARDEN RESTAURANT setters the world over, elegant arm candy made from silk, screen printed PVC, soft, Open Tues-Sun 12am-3pm/7pm-12pm brightly coloured pashminas in cashmere, silk and linen and footwear. www.sugarden.it. Via Carlo Tenca, 12. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun 11am-7.30pm. T: 02 36746363. M3 Repubblica. Map G2 www.cruciani.net. Via Manzoni 19, T: 02 89093864. M3 Montenapoleone. Map F4
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and camcorders, a ticket service, photo printing, bar and Internet Point. Open Mon-Sat 9.30am-8pm; Sun ENJOY YOURņŊİ(;75$ĥ)5((6+233,1* 10am-8pm. www.fnac.it. Via Torino, 45. T: 02 869541. M1-M3 Duomo, M3 Missori. Map F5 ,10217(1$32/(21( where LA FELTRINELLI EXPRESSA brand new sales point extending over 2500 sq.m. located inside the $6.)2535(0,(5 the guide Stazione Centrale. Spread out over several floors, it offers books, CDs, DVDs, multimedia items, stationery and the largest selection of paperbacks in the city Shopping Your Premier Refund+ Вы Премьер Воз
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fashion and contemporary taste. © ADRIANO CARAMENTI PANTON’S ENGLISH BOOKSHOPSpread out Avail of your unique extra-free shopping experience in the heart www.gagamilano.com. Corso Venezia, 8. T: 02 36750377. M1 San Babila. Map G4 over two floors, Panton’s offers a vast selection of of the world’s most famous and luxurious fashion brands. books in English: narrative, history, children’s books, cookery, art etc.; but also books on antiques, travel The MonteNapoleone Premier Lounge is open from Monday to Friday, guides, maps and multi-media products. The from 10:30 to 19:00 and on Saturday from 13.00 to 19.00. stores in Milan. Open Mon-Sun 10am-7.30pm. www. magazine Where Milan is also distributed in this 2XUPXOWLĦOLQJXDOVWDɲLVDW\RXUFRPSOHWHGLVSRVDO For more detailed listings, please see furla.it. Corso Buenos Aires, 22 corner of via Omboni. Guidelines store. Open Mon 3.30pm-7.30pm; Tues-Sat 9.30am- www.wheretraveler.com T: 02 2043319. M1 Porta Venezia. Map H3 1pm/3.30pm-7.30pm. www.panton.it. Via L. Ariosto This directory, grouped by category, is a list corner of via L. Mascheroni, 12. T: 02 4694468. M1 of establishments recommended by the VILLA MEISSEN®Drawing thousands of visitors all Conciliazione. Map D4 fashion and style. Every collection is conceived with editors of Where Magazine and includes regular Clothing - Men & Women over the world each year, Meissen® has created a the child in mind. Fashioned in workshops in Japan, Accessories advertisers. The most popular luxury brands unique life-style experience with home, fine art, the clothing is made from fine fabrics and imbued ANIMAL HOUSEContemporary menswear and designers stores are grouped under the ANGELA CAPUTI GIUGGIÙThe brand is renowned porcelain, accessories, and the most recent Meissen® Children’s Clothing & Toys with practical, functional, and unique touches. stocking a wide selection of international brands separate lisiting Fashion Stores, which can be throughout the world. Sophisticated, original Joaillerie collection, combining a meld of exclusive Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.mikihouse.co.jp. Via - Blauer, Blundstone Shoes, B.D. baggies, Ganesh, found on pages 22-23. creations made from unusual materials such as plastic materials such as porcelain, gold and precious stones, MIKI HOUSESuperb quality and unique style are Montenapoleone, 8 entrance from via Sant’Andrea. T: Hartford - at this store created as an offshoot and resin, combined to create unique objects both in exemplifying the brand's supreme craftsmanship. the hallmarks of this Japanese house of children’s 02 76011448. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 of Host (see listing). Animal House is gradually MAP LOCATIONS terms of colour and shape. Her creations have been This 300 year-old German luxury brand has recently Note that references in bold at the end of each used as accessories by famous television and film refurbished Casa Carcassola-Grandi as the location listing (A1, B5 etc) refer to the coordinates on producers. The accessory as a focal point, capable of for its stunning European Flagship store. Open the street maps on pages 62-63. creating a look or dressing up any type of garment. A Mon-Sat 10.30am-7.30pm. www.meissen.it. Via Department Stores & Shopping Centers magical blend of contemporary and classical taste. A Montenapoleone, 3. T: 02 89423725. M1 San Babila. INFORMATION dream well worth the wearing. Open Tues-Sat 10am- LA RINASCENTE, a fabulous department store COIN is a historic department store, extending over Map G4 Visitors should note that VAT is generally 21% 1pm/2.30pm-7.30pm. www.angelacaputi.com. Via overlooking the Duomo, is a real part of Milan’s several floors, with its flagship location in piazza and it is generally included in the price of Madonnina, 11. T: 02 86461080. M2 Lanza. history. Cinque Giornate. Boasting a seamless glass façade, Map F4 goods. Before finalizing a purchase, overseas Open seven days a week: it features one of the largest video walls in Europe Books & Magazines visitors from outside the EU should ask the BORSALINOHistoric Italian company synonymous Mon-Sat 9.30 am-10pm; Sun 10am-10pm. www. and serves as an interactive medium for dialogue shop assistant whether they are eligible for with “hats” the world over. Each piece is an AMERICAN BOOKSTORESituated just in front of rinascente.it with the city. It offers a number of excellent services a tax refund. Shopping hours are generally unrepeatable masterpiece, created with an artisan the Castello Sforzesco, for the past 30 years, this Piazza Duomo, 10. T: 02 88521. and an array of the best fashion brands, ranging from 9.30am to 7.30pm; less centrally located touch, the result of in-depth research that harmonizes popular bookstore has been a reference point for M1-M3 Duomo. Map F4 from clothing to accessories, from home design shops still take the traditional lunch break from fabrics, materials and colours. Open Mon-Tues 10am- English-speaking readers. Ancient books and prints to food. It also has other branches located in corso 12.30pm or 1pm to 3pm or 4pm. Most shops 2pm/3pm-7pm; Wed-Sun 10am-7pm. www.borsalino. department. A selection of original items from all over The Desing Supermarket is an underground Vercelli 44 and in piazza Cantore 12. are closed on Sundays (except those located in it. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, 92. T: 02 89015436. the world. Open Mon 1.30pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 10.30am- space extending over 2,000 sq.m. carrying more Mon-Fri 10am-8pm; Sat 10am-8.30pm; Sun 11am- central Milan) and on Monday mornings. Make M1-M3 Duomo. 7pm. Largo Cairoli corner of via M. Camperio. T: 02 than 200 brands. 8pm. www.coin.it. Piazza Cinque Giornate 1/A. T: Map G4 sure to always check ahead. Several unusual 878920. M1 Cairoli. 02 55192083. Map H5 Map E4 shops, stocking items and rarities for collectors FURLAContemporary luxury and a discreet, elegant La Rinascente Food&Restaurants on the 7th and aficionados in specific product categories, style. A wide assortment of exclusively “Made-in- FNACAn internationally renowned French chain, it floor features a Food Market brimming with rare The PIAZZA PORTELLO shopping centre are listed under Passion Shopping rather than Italy” items: bags, footwear, belts, luggage, costume offers three floors featuring a vast range of products: delicacies, all origin controlled. It also offers visitors a is situated just outside the centre, in a rapidly in the standard Shopping sections. jewellery and jewellery. A perfect example of time- books (also available in foreign languages) CDs, DVDs, choice of as many as nine bars and restaurants. expanding area: this open-air mall hosts numerous honoured Italian artisan tradition. The chain has other videogames, cell phones, MP3, IT, TV, Hi-Fi, cameras Open 7 days a week until midnight (dedicated shops and facilities. entrances also on via Santa Radegonda, 1 and via Mon-Sun 8.30am-9pm. Via Grosotto, 7. San Raffaele, 2. T: 02 8852471). www.piazzaportello.it. Off Map WHERE COVERS MORE than 100 global travel destinations, from Singapore to San Francisco, LA to London, Miami to Milan and great places in between.
20 WHERE MILAN I SEPTEMBER 2012 www.wheretraveler.com 21 Spiga, 1. T: 02 76024027. M1 San Babila. Map food to home accessories. Via A. Manzoni. MOSCHINOwww.moschino.it. Open Mon-Sat G4 Map F4 10am-7.30pm. Via Sant’Andrea, 12. T: 02 76000832. Fashion Stores CASADEI BOUTIQUE CL9000007322www.casadei.com. Via GUCCIwww.gucci.com. Open Mon-Fri 10am- M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4t0QFO.PO4BU Sant’Andrea, 1. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. T: 02 7pm; Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun 10am-7pm. Via 10am -7.30pm. Via della Spiga, 30. T: 02 76004320. 76318293. M1 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. Montenapoleone, 5/7. T: 02 771271. M1 San M3 Montenapoleone. Map G3
Map G4 Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4t0QFO Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun PRADAwww. prada.com. Open Mon-Sat CESARE PACIOTTIwww.cesare-paciotti. 10am-7.30pm; Sun 11am-7pm. Corso Venezia, com. Women: Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Via 10am-7pm. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. T: 02 8597991. M1, M3 Duomo. Map G4 3. T: 02 76001426. M1 San Babila. Map G4t Sant’Andrea, 8. T: 02 76001338. M1 San Babila, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, 63/65. T: 02 876979. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4t.FO0QFO HERMÈSwww.hermes.com. Open Mon-Sat M1 Duomo. Map G4t7JB.POUFOBQPMFPOF Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Via Sant’Andrea, 8/A. T: 02 10am-7pm. Via Sant’Andrea, 21. T: 02 76003495. 76001164. M1 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. M1 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 (Woman). T: 02 7771771 / Via Montenapoleone, Map G4 t)FSNÒT"FSPQPSUPEJ.JMBOP"FSPQPSUPEJ 6 (Man). T: 02 76020273. M3 Montenapoleone. CHANELwww.chanel.com. Open Mon-Sat Malpensa Terminal 1. T:02 58581265. Off Map Map G4 t7JBEFMMB4QJHB DPSOFSPGWJB 10am-7pm. Via Sant’Andrea, 10/A. T: 02 782514- Sant'Andrea, 23 (Woman Accessories). T: 02 HOGANwww.hoganworld.com. Open Mon- 76016545. M1 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. 780465. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 Sat 10am-7pm. Via Montenapoleone, 23. T: 02 Map G4 76011174. M1 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. RALPH LAURENwww.ralphlauren.com. Open CHURCH’Swww.church-footwear.com. Open Map F4 Mon-Sat 10.30am-7.30pm. Via Montenapoleone, Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun 2pm-7.30pm. JIL SANDERwww.jilsander.com. Open Mon-Sat 4. T: 02 7788721. M1 San Babila. Map G4 Via Sant’Andrea, 11. T: 02 76318794. M1 San 10am-7pm. Via P. Verri, 6. T: 02 7772991. M1 San Babila. Map G4t0QFO.PO4BUBNQN ROBERTO CAVALLI www.robertocavalli.com. Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 Sun 10am-2pm, 3pm-7pm. Galleria Vittorio Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Via della Spiga, 42. Emanuele II, 84. T: 02 72094454. M1-M3 JIMMY CHOOwww.jimmychoo.com. Open T: 02 76020900. M3 Montenapoleone. Map Duomo. Map G4 Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Via Sant’Andrea, 1/A. T: 02 G4
45481770. M1 San Babila. Map G4 DIORwww.diorcouture.com. Open Mon- ROCCO BAROCCOwww.roccobarocco.it. Open Sat 10am-7.30pm. Via Montenapoleone, 12. KENZOwww.kenzo.com. Open Mon-Sat 9am- T: 02 76317801. . M1 San Babila, M3 Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Via della Spiga, 31. T: 02 Map G4 7.30pm; Sun 11am-7pm. Via A. Manzoni, 25. T: 02 Montenapoleone. 76000518. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 72080735. M3 Montenapoleone. Map F4
DOLCE&GABBANAwww.dolcegabbana.it. SALVATORE FERRAGAMOwww.ferragamo. KRIZIAwww.krizia.it. Open Mon 3pm-7.30pm; Men: open Mon-Sat 10.30am-7.30pm. Corso Tue-Sat 10am-7.30pm. Via della Spiga, 23. T: 02 com. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun 11am- Venezia, 15. T: 02 76028485. M1 San Babila. Map 76008429. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G3 7pm. (Woman) Via Montenapoleone, 3. T: 02 G4t8PNFOPQFO.PO4BUBNQN7JB 76000054. M1 San Babila. Map G4t .BO 7JB della Spiga, 26. T: 02 76001155. M1 San Babila. LES COPAINSwww.lescopains.it. Open Mon Montenapoleone, 20/4. T: 02 76006660. M1 San Map G4t"DDFTTPSJFTWJBEFMMB4QJHB 5 3pm-7pm Tue-Sat 10am-7pm. Via A. Manzoni, 795747. M1 San Babila. Map G4 Babila. Map F4 21. T: 02 72080092. M3 Montenapoleone. EMILIO PUCCIwww.emiliopucci.com. Open Map F4 TOD’Swww.tods.com. Open Mon-Sat 10am- © Tips Images Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Via Montenapoleone, LORO PIANAwww.loropiana.com. Open 7.30pm; Sun 1-7pm. Via della Spiga, 22. T: 02 14. T: 02 76318356. M1 San Babila, M3 Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm. Via Montenapoleone, 76002423. M1 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. ALBERTA FERRETTI PHILOSOPHY Montenapoleone. Map G4 Milan is known as one of the shopping capitals of the world. Although 27/c. T: 02 7772901. M1 San Babila, M3 Map G4t(BMMFSJB7JUUPSJP&NBOVFMF**5 www.albertaferretti.com. Open Mon-Sat Montenapoleone. Map F4 877997. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F4 high-end purchases can be made in any part of the city, several urban 10am-7pm. Via Montanapoleone, 18. ERMENEGILDO ZEGNAwww.zegna. com. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm. Via T: 02 76003095. M3 Montenapoleone, LOUIS VUITTONwww.louisvuitton.com. TOM FORDwww.tomford.com. areas are also entirely given over to the business of luxury shopping. Montenapoleone, 27/E. T: 02 76006437. M3 M1 San Babila. Map G4 Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun 11.30am- Montenapoleone. Map F4 Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Via P. Verri, 3. T: 02 First and foremost, the Quadrilatero della Moda, set amidst four of 7.30pm. Via Montenapoleone, 2. T: 02 7771711. ALVIERO MARTINI 1° CLASSE 36529600. M1 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. M1 San Babila. Map G4 Open Mon-Sat 10am- Milan’s most expensive and prestigious shopping streets, namely via www.alvieromartini.it. Open Mon-Thurs ETROwww.etro.it. Open Mon-Sun 10am-7.30pm. t Map G4 Via Montenapoleone, 5. T: 02 76005049. M1 San 7.30pm; Sun 10.30am-7.30pm. Galleria Vittorio Montenapoleone, via Manzoni, via della Spiga and corso Venezia. 10am-2pm/3pm-7pm; Fri-Sat 10am-7pm. Corso G. Matteotti corner of via P. Verri. Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 Emanuele II. T: 02 72147011. M1-M3 Duomo. TRUSSARDIwww.trussardi.it. Concept Store: Map G4 Open Mon-Sat 10am-8.30pm. Piazza della It is here that the most important fashion designers, of international T: 02 76008002. M1 San Babila. Map F4 FAYwww.fay.it. Open Mon-Sun 10.30am- Scala, 5. T: 02 8068821. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F4 repute, offer their luxurious creations. Discover the world of fashion and ASPESIwww.aspesi.it. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. 7.30pm. Via della Spiga, 15. T: 02 76017597. M1 LUCIANO SOPRANIwww.lucianosoprani.it. t"DDFTTPSJFT0QFO.PO4BUBNQN7JB Via Montenapoleone, 13. T: 02 76022478. San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 Open Tue-Fri 10.30am -2.30pm, 3pm-7pm; glamour in this unique, magical pedestrian precinct (also featuring a Sat 10am-2pm, 3pm-7pm. Via E. Morosini, 30. Sant’Andrea, 5. T: 02 8068821. M1 San Babila, M1 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 FENDIwww.fendi.com. Open Mon-Thurs number of small side streets dotted with glam boutiques). T: 02 54063280. M3 Porta Romana. Map H6 M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 BALENCIAGAwww.balenciaga.com. Open Mon- 9.30am-9pm; Fri-Sat 9.30am-10pm. Via Beyond the Quad itself, shoppers can visit other districts just as Sat 10am-7pm. Via Santo Spirito, 19. T: 02 760841. Sant’Andrea, 16. T: 02 8852236. M1 San Babila. MILA SCHÖNwww.milaschon.com. VALENTINOwww.valentino.com. Open Mon- M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 Map G4 Open Tues-Sat 10.30am-2pm; 3pm-7.30pm; Sat 10am-7pm. Via Montenapoleone, 20. T: 02 golden, such as the Duomo-corso Vittorio Emanuele II-Galleria- Mon 3pm-7.30pm. Corso Venezia, 18. T: 02 76006182. M3 Montenapoleone. Map F4 BLUMARINEwww.blumarine.com. Open Mon FRATELLI ROSSETTIwww.fratellirossetti. via Dante area, Brera and Solferino, with corso Garibaldi and corso com. Open Mon-Sat 10am-8pm; Sun 10am- 89692891. M1 Palestro. Map G4 3pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 10am-7pm. Via della Spiga, 42. VERSACEwww.versace.com. Open Mon-Sun T: 02 795081. M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 2pm, 3pm-7pm. Via Montenapoleone, 1. T: 02 MISSONIwww.missoni.it. Open Mon-Sat 10am- Como or the Vercelli-Belfiore-Marghera districts. 10am-7pm. Via Montenapoleone, 11. T: 02 76021650. M1 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. 7pm. Via Sant’Andrea corner of via Bagutta. BORSALINOwww.borsalino.com. Open Mon- Map G4 76008528. M1 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. T: 02 76003555. M1 San Babila. Map G4 Tues 10am-2pm/3pm-7pm; Wed-Sun 10am-7pm. Map G4
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, 92. T: 02 89015436. GIANFRANCO FERRÈwww.gianfrancoferre. MIU MIUwww.miumiu.com. Open Mon-Sat it. Open Mon-Sun 9am-6pm by appointment. M1 Duomo. Map F4 10am-7.30pm; Sun 11am-9pm. Via Sant’Andrea, YVES SAINT LAURENTwww.ysl.com. Open Via Pontaccio, 21. T: 02 721341. M2 Lanza Brera- 21 - T: 02 76001799. M1 San Babila, M3 Mon-Sat 10.30am-7.30pm; Sun 11am- 7pm. BOTTEGA VENETAwww.bottegaveneta.com. Piccolo Teatro. Map F3 Montenapoleone. Map G4t7JB4BOU"OESFB Via Montenapoleone, 27. T: 02 76000573. M3 Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. Via Montenapoleone, GIORGIO ARMANIwww.giorgioarmani.com. 21 (Woman Accessories). T: 02 76001799. M1 Montenapoleone. Map F4 5. T: 02 76024495. M1 San Babila, M3 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 Montenapoleone. Map G4 Open Mon-Sun 10.30am-7.30pm. Via Montenapoleone, 2. T: 02 76003234. t0QFO.PO4BUBNQN4VOBN ZILLIwww.zilli.fr. Open Mon-Sat 10am- CARSHOEwww.carshoe.com. Open Mon-Sat M1 San Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4t 10pm c/o La Rinascente, Piazza Duomo. T: 02 7pm. Via Gesù, 5. T: 02 49541950. M3 10am-7.30pm; Sun 11am-2pm/3pm-7pm. Via della One stop shop for Armani Lifestyle, from 55028800. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F4 Montenapoleone. Map G4
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te No pa thereof. or omissions the consequences errors for responsibility the publishers cannot accept in this guide, formation V. S. PellicoV. Emanuele II A who like their outerwear without flashy labels. Via Montenapoleone, 8. T: 02 76023392. M3 V. San Raffaele V g Galleria sca Copyright Compass Maps Ltd. (UK). Maps Ltd. Compass © 2012. All rights reserve Copyright No part be reproduc of this map and guide may thereof. or omissions the consequences errors for responsibility cannot accept a CM Cartographics. by and produced designed map is originally This publishers. OPettinaroli. n LL.go A. Cerva V. . M Ra Odeon e Longobardi . P Open Mon-Sat 10am-7pm. www.aspesi.it. Via Montenapoleone. Map G4 V Luigi Vergaa d ll ToToscaninios i e o t g OGobbiG GalleriaGall 1842eria t V. Borgogna Montenapoleone, 13. T: 02 76022478. M1 San V.V S.M. Segreta V.V. T.T GrGrossi o PassarellaPll e n P.za del I h Orologi S.MS I d le II c Babila, M3 Montenapoleone. Map G4 HOSTThis elegant men’s shop was established as .M P.zP.PP.zaza a Liberty n M ue Skorpion Club V.V Mercanti Palazzo o
. CCorCoCordusioorordduuussio MercanMerMeM R e Eman Seg eer Durini e the male counterpart of the historic Pupi Solari rii r Pal. dei Ola Rinascenterio Galleria . tto V n ti Giureconsulti Vi Galleria del Corso S. Vito Strasburgo o BOGGI“Being elegant and feeling at ease on (see listing) women’s boutique. It not only carries osteoste rso r CordusioC d i ORoccaR 1794 Co d any occasion, expressing one’s personality with an assortment of traditional but also lesser known entrali Palazzo della Duomo GalleriaGa o V. Passion AscensoreA OExcelsior M Passaggio Ragione Pattari i V. Armorari P.za Corso Europa i d distinction”. It also boasts numerous sales points brands and is a favourite with Milanese men in the Centrale P.za i ison P.za in t Mercanti Duomo r n scattered throughout the city (piazza San Babila, know. Open Mon 3pm-7pm; Sun 10am-7pm. Piazza N. P.za del Beccaria u le o Passaggio D a c v ia s V. Chiossetto V. Moneta Duomo V.Pattari . r z i V. Bocchetto V. OreficiDuomo Duomo V. Cavallotti V e r V corso Vercelli, corso Buenos Aires, Porta Romana, Tommaseo, 2. T: 02 436085. M1 Conciliazione. Map D4 P.za Vigili a C o Shop at the Monza Fontana Urbani . M rt corso Como, largo Augusto, via Maddalena, P.za V . e V b Pio XI V. Spadari V. Hugo L.go dei U Galleria Passarella) and at the airports (Linate e LARUSMIANI CONCEPT BOUTIQUEAn expression Biblioteca P.za Museo L.go . OOOrologeria del Duomo Bersaglieri Augusto V Grand Prix Ambrosiana Reale Palazzo V. Filippo Corridon Malpensa). Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun of timeless style and a leitmotif of sophisticated Bollo Mazzini V Arcivescovile . LLuigi Verga V. Mazzini V. V. Doganag 10.30am-1.30pm/3pm-7.30pm. www.boggi. elegance located in the heart of Milan’s fashion If you’re all geared up to see Palazzo P V. Verziere a V. Cesare Battisti Reale l Pinacoteca S. Gottardo a V. delle Ore S. P it. Piazza San Babila, 3. T: 02 76000366. M1 San quad in the now completely renovated historic store L.go L. J. z S. Bernardino Ambrosiana P.za S. M. z in G the Formula 1 GP scheduled Borges V. Giardino in Corte o alle Ossa Babila. Map G4 opened in 1954. A Concept Boutique extending V. San Bergamini Beltrade V. Rastrelli R S. Sebastiano V. dell’UnioneS. Maria P.za e V. San Bernardino over 700 sq.m. on three floors, it oozes simplicity a to be held on 9 September, presso Diaz le P.za ra Corso di Porta Vittoria V. S. Satiro S. Stefano o BRIAN & BARRYDespite its name, this is a wholly and understated luxury, reflecting the subtlety of its L Galleria n u Basilica di ig then don’t miss a visit to p Torino S Biblioteca Comunale Italian brand. It has a series of multi-brand boutiques sumptuous apparel. The perfect place to build your e Galleria Santo Stefano t Centrale (Palazzo
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V. Palla Mazzini . Maggiore a l Sormani-Andreani) with various sales points in Milan (via Durini, corso wardrobe with exclusive pieces. Larusmiani takes V. Larga L l la Rinascente located in Galleria a e dell’Unione Teatro g . d Vercelli-Women, corso Buenos Aires-Men & Women). luxury retail to a new level. Open Mon-Sat 10am- Mazzini V. V. Gonzaga h V Lirico e Palazzo V. P. Cannobio t It carries classic and casual men and women’s 7.30pm; Sun 10.30am-1.30pm/2.30pm-7pm. www. Monza’s Largo Mazzini. V. Torino t di P.za S. Antonio o V. Guastalla Missori Giustiz wear. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm; Sun 10.30am- larusmiani.it. Via Montenapoleone, 7. T: 02 76006957. V. Piatti S. Alessandro V. AlbriccAlbricci Abate Not only an historic building V. ZebediaV. Mauri o V. Zaccaria 1.30pm/3pm-7.30pm. www.brianebarry.it. Via Durini, M1 San Babila. Map G4 n V. Andreani Palazzo ORonchiR Temporary o V.VCV ChiaravalleV. Sant’Antonio 28. T: 02 76005582. M1 San Babila. Map G4 but also a store boasting a Trivulzio rd V. Francesco Sforza MissoriMisisssorso e V. Freguglia P Giardino Corso di Porta Rom V. Pantano l MMISSONIA 1970s spirit is the inspiration behind e Sinagoga d della Guastalla selection of fabulous brands Torre a CRUCIANIEach item is made from only the the new concept for M Missoni’s new monobrand st Università V. VelascaVelasca e V. Fieno F degli Studi V. . Dav finest yarns originating from all over the world, store. The new space is distinguished by its minimalist where, after a blissful day Teatro V di Milano V. San Barnaba reproduced without the permission of the publishers. This map is originally designed and produced by CM Cartographics. by and produced designed map is originally This without the permission of publishers. reproduced Olmetto Whilst everycheck the accuracy has been taken to of the in care (UK). Maps Ltd. Compass © 2012. All rights reserved. Copyright such as cashmere, silk, wool and cotton or rarer, style, innate elegance and pastel shades, in keeping orso Italia Palazzo Lgo (Ca’ Granda) V San Barnaba S S Barnaba S even more exclusive materials such as vicuna with the women’s prêt-a-porter collections on show of unadulterated shopping – or experimental blends. Cruciani offers young, featuring daring colours, unusual working techniques, on Thursdays until midnight sophisticated collections based on the timeless, patterns and sought-after materials. Open Mon-Sat Official Retailers in Milan universal cannons of true Italian elegance. The small 10.30am-7.30pm. www.m-missoni.com. Corso – customers can recharge their bracelets in macrame lace are the latest, global cult Venezia, 2. T: 02 36510974. M1 Porta Venezia. Map G4 batteries with a “pit-stop” at the ZPisa Orologeria - Rolex Boutique ZOrologeriaLuigi Verga ZRocca 1794 phenomenon, an absolute “must-have”. Open Mon- Via Montenapoleone, 24 Via Mazzini corner of via Dogana, 3 Piazza Duomo, 25 Sat 10am-7.30pm/Sun 11am-7.30pm. www.cruciani. MAX MARAAn Italian fashion house known for its exclusive cafeteria. T: 02 76317726 T: 02 8056521 T: 02 8057447 net. Via Verri, corner of via Bigli. T: 02 76021502. M1 San ready-to-wear clothing. Established in 1951, since its www.rinascente.it ZGobbi 1842 ZLuigi Verga Orologi ZRonchi Babila. Map G4 inception, Max Mara has always offered clean-cut, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 15 Corso Vercelli, 7 Via Albricci, 2 (Temporary Shop) T: 02 43995176 T: 02 877449 beautifully tailored lines. Although it has numerous T: 02 76020536
26 WHERE MILAN I SEPTEMBER 2012 www.wheretraveler.com 27 Shopping
PUPI SOLARIIn 1969, Pupi Solari, a woman of Vionnet’s chairman is dapper entrepreneur Matteo historic Maranello headquarters sells over three exquisite taste, opened this children’s shop which Marzotto, also the son of famed Italian designer Marta thousand types of Ferrari merchandise including
ph. alessandrobencini.com ph. now also offers an eye-catching collection of Marzotto. www.vionnet.com. Corso Monforte, 16. T: clothing, leather goods, high-class accessories, women’s clothing. The shop is connected to the 02 49682563. M1 San Babila. Map G4 toys and models. From a minimum of 3.5 euros
men’s boutique Host (see listings). They also have an for a logoed writing pad up to 42 thousand for outlet right next door to the shop. Open Mon 3pm- a Formula 1 engine. A visit to this futuristic, five- 7.30pm; Tues-Sat 10am-7.30pm. Via L. Mascheroni, 12. Concept Stores storey, location, expressing the explosive soul of T: 02 463325. M1 Conciliazione. Map D4 car racing, is definitely a worthwhile experience. BANANA REPUBLICVersatile, streamlined clothing Open Sun-Fri, 10am-8pm; Sat 10am-9pm. SIMONETTA RAVIZZANo longer just furs, but a and luxury fabrics at affordable prices. This is the store.ferrari.com. Piazza Liberty, 8. T: 02 76017385. new total-look in prêt-a-porter. This is the slogan secret of the success of Banana Republic which M1-M3 Duomo. Map F4
of the brand, a 90’s offshoot of maison Annabella, has just opened in Milan. The megastore also a historic fur label. Situated in the heart of Milan’s hosts Monogram, a collection of basic clothing HIGH TECHA large multi-space emporium selling fashion district, in via Montenapoleone, the that represents the best of the collections. By sofas, bookshelves, fragrances, notebooks, lamps, boutique offers its clientele an array of high- appointment, free image consultancy with kitchenware but also ethnic furniture and fashion fashion furs, no longer timeless classics, but also personal stylists. Open Mon-Sat 10am-8pm; Sun accessories. Original, innovative home furnishings designed to appeal to younger generations. The 11am-8pm. www.bananarepublic.gap.com. Corso at affordable prices. Open Mon 1.30am-7.30pm; flagship store carries the brand’s most precious Vittorio Emanuele II, 24/28. T: 02 30352900. M1 San Tues-Sun 10.30am-7.30pm. www.high-techmilano. creations including mink, sable, leather outerwear Babila. Map G4 com. Piazza XXV Aprile, 12. T: 02 6241101. M2
ph. alessandrobencini.com ph. but also accessories, bags and vests, highlighted Moscova, M2 Garibaldi. Map F2 by soft fur inserts. For an easy-chic style. Open CARGOHome furnishings, books, perfumes, Mon 2pm-7pm; Tues-Sat 10am-1pm; 2pm-7pm. candles, carpets and a sector dedicated MOMODESIGN“Made-in-Italy” creativity, style and www.simonettaravizza.it. Via Montenapoleone, 1. to tropical plants. An exotic open space design are the hallmark features of Momodesign’s T: 0276012921. M1 San Babila. Map G4 reconverted from a famous Milanese industrial collections. The style is the value added of each factory but also a cultural centre hosting creation, which always manages to anticipate VIONNETIn the very heart of the design district, this discussions on art, food, music and games. market trends, include men and women’s timepiece store is characterized by minimalist lines combined Open Tues-Sun 10.30am-7.30pm. www.high- lines: helmets, watches, shoes, apparel and leather with opulent materials including marble and brass, a techmilano.com. Via A. Meucci, 43. T: 02 2722131. goods and, last but not least, cover for Iphones, readaptation of the elegant Parisian atelier founded M2 Crescenzago. Off Map Ipods and mp3s. Open Mon 3.30pm-7.30pm; Tues- ADV by world renowned couturier Madeleine Vionnet. For Fri 10am-2.30pm/3.30pm-7.30pm; Sat 10am-7.30pm. the joy of fashionistas, this exclusive brand has chosen FERRARI STORE MILANODedicated to Ferrari www.momodesign.com. Galleria San Babila, 4/A. T: Milan to open its first Italian single brand store. devotees, this authorized sales point of the 02 76016168. M1 San Babila. Map G4
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