Vintage Delirium
The owner, Franco Jacassi, is a vintage collector. This vintage store is very famous in Milan and gathers treasures from all over the world. The store is hidden in a small courtyard, and once you enter through the small entrance, a whole new world opens up. There are three floors in total, and the most eye-catching counter at the entrance displays bags and jewelry from Chanel, Gucci, Hermes, and Dior.
Madame Pauline Vintage
You can walk from Vintage Delirium to Madame Pauline Vintage. This store is not large, the decor is relatively modern, the clothing styles are quite feminine, and the prices are also quite reasonable. I saw a vintage Givenchy bag for around 275 USD.
Cavalli e Nastri
Cavalli e Nastri started as a small shop, driven by the owner's, Cecilia's, passion for vintage fashion. Over the past 20 years, she has traveled the world in search of unique clothing items. Today, the store has three branches in Milan and is one of the most renowned international buyer shops. As you push open the small glass door of Cavalli e Nastri, the charming retro atmosphere of the 1970s greets you, and the wide array of unique vintage pieces will surely drive vintage fashion enthusiasts wild.
Sabrina Manin Vintage
Although this store is not large, I really like its decoration style. The clothes, bags, and jewelry have exquisite designs, and you can find good items here. Brands like YSL, Prada, and Gucci are available. The owner is very enthusiastic and invited me to try on the clothes and bags I was interested in. The store is located in a local residential area.
The concept of 'slow shopping' has existed for many years. The café is hidden among flowers and plants. Shopping, reading, and enjoying coffee in a uniquely decorated and slightly private boutique is my favorite way to enjoy a fashionable and leisurely vacation. Previously, Time Magazine wrote, 'A trip to Milan is incomplete without visiting 10 Corso Como.' This boutique originally started as an art gallery, which later added a garden café and bookstore. A year later, it became the well-known boutique in the fashion world that it is today. The fashion items displayed in this long-established boutique are sometimes hard to find even in brand flagship stores. Whether it's Loewe, Maison Margiela, Celine, or Jacquemus, Manu Atelier, there is always something you will like.
10 Corso Como is for the bourgeois, while Antonioli is its stark contrast, representing the dark style. The original location of this boutique was a silent film theater from the early 1920s. The store is filled with dark hues, and sunlight streaming through the windows adds to the mysterious ambiance of the interior space.
Excelsior Milano is a concept store located about 500 meters from the Milan Cathedral. This store is presented in the form of a department store with a total of seven floors. The store features a curated selection of products from avant-garde brands around the world. Each floor has a different style, and the presentation of each product incorporates some situational elements, making it feel like every piece of jewelry and every pair of shoes is being 'worshipped'. Many fashion buyers visit the store with their suitcases in tow.
Biffi
Biffi is one of the oldest boutiques in Milan, mainly selling renowned Italian luxury brands. The store's decor is simple and elegant, aiming to provide a comfortable shopping environment for customers. Biffi now has multiple branches in Milan and other regions of Italy, and its products are not limited to classic Italian brands. In addition to many well-known brands, there are also many unique styles and colors. Biffi does not engage in extensive advertising and is not a tourist hotspot.
Antonia
Located in the Brera area of Milan, known for its artistic atmosphere, the Antonia boutique perfectly matches the vibe of the area. The interior of the boutique retains parts of the original 19th-century Cagnola Palace, which has been renovated and modified. The design is by the famous Italian artist Vincenzo de Cotiis from Venice. Covering an area of 600 square meters, Antonia boasts a grand interior that is minimalist yet full of style. It sells men's and women's clothing, as well as accessories and decorations, showcasing them to the world with exquisite combinations. The boutique features a variety of items from over 100 brands, including Mansur Gavriel, Kenzo, Saint Laurent, Emporio Armani, Fendi, Ports, and more.
Rossana Orlandi
This boutique is not ordinary. Its owner, Rossana Orlandi, is respectfully known in the industry as the 'Godmother of Milan Design.' She is an expert in design trends and a curator, essentially a wealthy person with great taste. Her designs are highly experimental, and this boutique named after her also serves as a gallery and exhibition space.
FRIDA
The name of this bar comes from the legendary Mexican free-spirited painter FRIDA, and you can tell it's unique just by its name. This trendy Bohemian-style bar is converted from an abandoned factory, and part of it is also a space for selling second-hand vintage clothing.
