Opening hours for all stores in the area are from about The role of shoes in attaining a proper Italian stylish look is hard to overestimate. Alongside clothing, Italian style in footwear is unique, particularly if matched by masterly selected dresses, suits or denim. Needless to say that Italian shoes are famous and vastly appreciated all over the world. Stilettos, sandals boots, decollete footwear can equally make or break the look, and this is why the designers tirelessly experiment with styles and colors trying to adapt to every season and occasion.
In Rome, you can find all sorts of shoes, both expensive and affordable, from many different brands, including famous ones like Gucci, Casadei and Albano, and little known independent designers, whose creations are less expensive but oftentimes more daring.
Still, no matter what price or style it is, a pair of shoes makes a beautiful gift for either male or female. The stores where tourists can find beautiful Italian shoes are scattered all over the city, but if it's class and elegance that you're after, explore the surroundings of Piazza di Spagna.
For stylish shoes at affordable prices, Albano at 92 Piazza di Spagna is one of the first choices. The store opens daily from Who doesn't mind forking out good cash, in Piazza di Spagna there's also more expensive footwear to be found, e. Casadei at number 89 and Sergio Rossi at number No outfit is complete without perfect accessories, and bags, wallets, gloves and belts are no less important than shoes.
Some of the Italian names for accessories have reached an iconic status, such as Gucci for their bags. In Rome, it is possible to find both big brands and lesser ones, not as pricey but not less classy. Well-chosen accessories are essential to a woman's look to such an extent that, sometimes, shoes and accessories have the power to boost an otherwise modest appearance. Although most women won't hesitate to declare handbags to be their most important accessory, scarves, belts and hats play just as important role.
And Italy boast a long tradition in this department as well. Silk scarf is one such garment, essential to any woman's wardrobe, and Italy produces some of the world's finest.
This and other luxurious decorative adornments are available in Rome in a wide range, delivered by both big brands and small private workshops. A popular store carrying a great stock of these accessories is Galleria Alberto Sordi. Along with the designer clothing, a piece of Italian jewelry makes for a very classy and elegant gift. In Rome, you can find with ease some rather expensive, high-end pieces by famous brands, such as Bulgari, as well as creations by local artisans that are less expensive but equally beautiful.
Italy has a long tradition of making fine jewelry that has always been part of the Italian chic style, enriching the look of queens, first ladies and women in general all over the world.
These are glamorous pieces featuring all kinds of precious materials, from gold and silver to gemstones and pearls, coming up in innovative, elegant limited editions or one-of-a-kind jewels. As Bulgari is one of the best-known Italian jewelry brands worldwide, tourists can start their quest for precious gifts right here, at 10 Via dei Condotti. For less expensive but still very fine jewelry, a store worth a stop is Iannetti, at the Galleria Alberto Sordi in Via del Corso, selling both designer pieces by the likes of Annamaria Camilli and Pontevecchio and their own creations.
Religious Art Image Courtesy of: faungg's photos. Whether you are a passionate believer or not, you can't help noticing that Rome is also the capital of Christianity, and around the Vatican City there is obviously no lack of religious shops.
While many of them sell cheap souvenirs of little value, there are others where tourists can find truly beautiful pieces of art, such as paintings, decorations or even precious rosary beads that can be well qualified as jewelry.
Apart from rosary beads, religious gifts can include statues, cards, pendants, medals, towels, etc. Shops selling religious art are usually found in downtown area, with a higher concentration near the Vatican city. One of the most popular stores is Comandini, at Borgo Pio, open daily from 9am to 6. At 15 Via del Mascherino, between Saint Peter's Square and Piazza Risorgimento, is Mango, another religious shop selling all kinds of gifts, from some of the cheapest ones to the most expensive.
The Italian style is famous all over the world not just for fashion, shoes or jewelry, but also for house decorations. In Rome, there are many shops selling up to the moment household accessories, such as modern glasses and decanters, unusual designs in flatware and dishes, tablecloths and bowls, amusing and colorful objects that can vary, depending on the season, and make for an original gift. Stylish ornaments, beautifully decorated towels, cups and saucers, many of these objects can be easily packed and carried with the luggage.
Any of them can be considered a nice gift, and the Italian style will make every object a unique present representing a piece of the Italian lifestyle. A popular store for great houseware gifts is DCube, at 38 Via della Pace, very close to the beautiful Pantheon. DCube sells designer's gadgets, modern houseware tools and decorations for every shape, color and taste.
Opening hours are from 11am to 10pm with less than an hour break for lunch. DCube has another outlet at 42 Via de' Crociferi, where the opening hours are from 10am to 8pm. Accessories for Office. An exclusive gift from Rome can also come in the form of office accessories, such as e. Such stationery shops are the great places to look for original gifts like leather envelopes designed to hold business cards, sketch books the works of art in their own right , and amusing fountain pens.
The most popular store for office accessories is Fabriano, at Via del Babuino, trendy street adjacent to Piazza di Spagna. Because they are high quality, luxurious and take up little space, silk neckties and scarves make a popular shopping choice for travelers to Rome.
Many synthetic fabrics such as acetate, nylon and polyester are mistaken for silk, so be careful when shopping. Look for ties and scarves with a shimmery sheen, a very smooth feel and rolled, hand-stitched edges. These timeless pieces will be a hit when you wear them back at home. In addition to perfumes, you can find scented body oils, shower gels and lotions for sale. There are so many kinds to choose from, but we recommend picking pastas you might not be able to find at home.
When shopping, remember that U. Customs and Border Protection requires that all foods taken on or off cruise ships be packaged and sealed. For more cooking fun or for great gifts, choose packaged gourmet foods popular throughout Italy. Things that should fit in your luggage easily include bottles of balsamic vinegar, olive oil and truffle oil; jars of porcini mushrooms; tubes of Italian tomato paste or olive paste and boxes of chocolates.
The food you will taste in Rome is out of this world, so make sure to buy some cookbooks to replicate these unforgettable meals at home. Look for cookbooks that feature popular local dishes like spaghetti alla carbonara spaghetti carbonara , coda alla vaccinara oxtail stew , carciofi alla Romana Roman-style artichokes and suppli fried rice balls. Mastering these recipes is another fantastic way to share your travel experience with friends and family, you will be the new rave of homemade dinners.
Since Italy is the home of espresso, cappuccino and macchiato, it stands to reason you might want to pick up a few coffee products to bring home.
You can get some already made, or have them made to order. And, they are affordable. Another example of a superb place to get bespoke made-to-order ties is Talarico, on via dei Coronari. You can also pick one from the selection on hand. Part of the charm of shopping here is just the whole area itself. The shop, Cravatta which means "tie" in Italian , is right in front of Santa Cecilia, and on the quiet side of Trastevere.
It's a joy just to explore this area, and this shop is often one of my stops, even if I don't usually need to buy a tie. August closed for holidays. Scarves make great souvenirs and gifts because they are useful and they don't weigh much or take up much room in your luggage.
I find people often appreciate a pretty Italian scarf. You can easily find scarves around Rome in all the main shopping areas and in many clothing shops. They are also sold by street vendors in every Rome neighborhood.
Come over to my Amazon shop to check out more beautiful Italian scarves. One of the most sought-after scarf shops in Rome is Faliero Sarti. You will find stunning, top-quality Italian-made scarves made of only the best materials - cashmere, silk, pashmina, and more.
They will not come cheap, but you can be assured of a very special scarf if you buy one here! Closed on Sunday. Just across from the basilica of Santa Maria Sopra Minerva, and right behind the Pantheon is Sciunnach , a well-stocked shop selling a large variety of scarves and ties. Here you will find many brand names like Missoni and Fendi, but the real reason to come is for the hand-painted Italian made-scarves and ties.
He kept the family tradition of making ties and scarves. Stationery makes a great souvenir or gift, because they are made in Italy, and usually don't weigh too much depending on what you buy of course! Il Papiro sells the kind of beautiful Florentine-style stationery you are probably looking for when you want these types of gifts in Rome.
I mentioned Vertecchi above as a place to get some gifts in Rome that have a Rome theme to them. There is almost nothing you won't find here when it comes to everything to do with paper and writing. Vertecchi is also one of the best places to shop for Christmas ornaments and decorations during the holidays only.
Pineider is a very high-end stationery and leather goods shop for the discerning shopper. This is where to come to get that special one-of-a-kind leather briefcase or personalised pen.
Even window-shopping here can be a treat. Fabriano is a fun shop selling all kinds of stationery and related gifts in Rome. Their main boutique is in the Spanish Steps area , but you can find their products in other places too, such as Coin or Rinascente departments stores. Campo Marzio is the name of a neighborhood in the center of Rome.
But it's also the name of this charming and very colorful boutique where you can find lovely, quality, affordable stationery and related gifts in Rome. There are many locations of this shop in Rome.
I've listed a few central address below but you can visit their website to find more locations and resellers. You can also visit their online shop. They ship to just about everywhere. Visit their website to locate a. Another place to find beautiful Florentine writing paper and related gifts in Rome as at this little shop just next to the Pantheon. Just going inside Cartoleria Roma will inspire you! Address : Via della Maddalena, Sunday PM - PM.
Address : Piazza Navona, There are so many fun and useful travel gadgets that would make sense for you to pack, or to give as gifts to someone coming to Rome. Things like pop-sockets, portable chargers, travel umbrellas, and much more make great gifts and souvenirs. Visit my page all about What to Pack for Rome , or browse my Amazon shop. Not sure what to get for gifts in Rome?
Not enough time to go poking around cute neighborhoods looking for stuff? Here are some ideas for places with lots of different choices, from housewares to jewellery to gadgets to clothing. It's almost impossible not to find some gifts in Rome in these spots!
One way to be sure to find some souvenirs for yourself or great ideas for gifts in Rome is to head to the flagship Rinascente department store right in the center.
On the top floor, they have a food shop, where you can buy lots of easy-to-pack edibles as gifts in Rome. And in between, they have everything else you'd expect in a large department store - from women's, men's, children's clothing and accessories to perfumes and cosmetics.
This easily-missed sweet little shop right near the Pantheon serves as a sort of artisan's guild. Every time I go, there are new and different items for sale, by different artists and artisans. You'll find bags, jewellery, scarves, and other fun and unique accessories here.
They have a well-designed website to boot. Hours : Monday - Saturday am - pm. Mercato Monti is a fun artisan's guild type of pop-up market. Open only on weekends, it's still a popular spot with locals and tourists alike.
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A unique occasion to give as a gift a guided visit of the main attractions of Rome. If you're looking for high-quality artisan leather products, look no further than Florence-based Ben Heart. Benheart is more than a leather store. It's a place that tells stories of life. Live the experience of success by visiting one of the stores of this unique brand. This part -studio- part store, offers high quality of leather goods. Fashion leather goods boutique in Rome.
Shoes made in Italy. Their stunning designs and exquisite construction, represent an ultimate expression of traditional Italian craftsmanship. Make them yours or make a gift! In a large group of traders moved their shops to this street, from Piazza Dante.
Since then the market of Via Sannio, offers both to locals and tourists excellent opportunities for gift ideas. Tucked between two historical districts such as Parione and Ponte, this famous shopping stretch is where vintage intertwines and coexists with trendy craftsmanship.
Hand-picked pieces by Anna Retico, Haute jewelry designer. Jewelry offers uniquely architecture-inspired designs, many based on Roman architecture.
Photo - Co. Jewelry From Livia Hengel's article about them. A good first religious gift idea for a devout person is a rosary. During a visit to the Vatican Museums, you will find many stands for your religious item gift.
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