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        SHOPPING                                                                                                                                                                      THE BEST OF BRERA DISTRICT
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        BRERA DISTRICT & MORE



                                                                             amidst the heady scents of “brioches” and
                                                                             “cappuccino”, you'll have a chance to begin
                                                                             your day on a high note. A reference point
                                                                             for antique lovers, Brera boasts numerous
                                                                             antique shops and art galleries. Among
                                                                             these, Pettinaroli, just relocated from its
                                                                             historic headquarters near the Duomo to
                                                                             no. 4 via Brera, offers a wide selection of
                                                                             maps and antique prints. As an aside, those
                                                                             interested in bargains or bric à brac should
                                                                             definitely make time to visit the Mercatino
                                                                             di antiquariato e brocantage, held on the
                                                                             third Sunday of each month.                        Pinacoteca di Brera                                Ristorante Daniel
                                                                             The array of boutiques continues with the
                   Angela Caputi Giuggiù  ●                                  elegant artisan footwear sold by Iliprandi        the company’s passion and commitment   At no. 4 via Brera, we find the The Merchant   com), the Amouage boutique (via Fiori
                                     Giosa Milano                            or the tailor-made, Italian-style shoes by        to tradition, a perfect example of Made in   of Venice boutique, an historic perfumery   Chiari 7, www.amouage.com), Dr.Vranjes
                                       ●                                     Alfonso Garlando. Other points of interest        Italy artisan luxury. Nestling in the heart of   epitomizing the art of Venetian perfume-  (via Fiori Chiari 24, http://drvranjes.it),
                                                                             include the elegant womenswear boutique           the picturesque Brera district, its workshop   making offering a luxury line encompassing   Officina Profumo - Farmaceutica di
                                                                             Rosso35 and Misani's artisanal jewels for         fashions a vast range of bespoke creations   a wide range of exclusive perfumes for men   Santa Maria Novella (via Madonnina 11,
                                                                             him and for her.                                  designed to suit individual tastes, real   and women contained in elegant bottles   www.smnovella.com), Creed (via
                                                                             Since the very beginning, elegance, flair         made-to-measure items ranging from   inspired by the tradition of the city’s famous   Madonnina 17, creed.cale.it), 9Nine (via
                                                                             and femininity have represented the three         clothing for men and women to accessories   hand-blown Murano glass   Ponte Vetero 22, www.beautysanspa.com)
                                                                             underlying values of each collection signed       such as bags, briefcases, wallets, belts,   (www.themerchantofvenice.com).  and Fragonard (via Solferino 2,
                                                                             by Angela Caputi Giuggiù. Angela Caputi’s         watch cases, desk-tops and just about   At no. 5, we find the Olfattorio Bar-à-  www.fragonard.com).
                                                                             bijoux are distinguished by the use of            anything that can be created using only   Parfums, dedicated to specialty perfumery,
                                                                             synthetic resins highlighted by rigorously        the finest crocodile skin, including more   and boasting a truly unique range of artistic   TASTING SUGGESTIONS
                                                                             handcrafted working and construction              unusual, contemporary items like Iphone or   perfumes, niche cosmetics and luxury   Between visiting one shop and another,
                                                                             techniques. These creations, definable as         Ipad covers (www.giosamilano.com).  make-up (www.olfattorio.it). The space also   you might be surprised to suddenly
                                                                             truly unique pieces, are undeniably precious      THE PERFUME DISTRICT              has a corner dedicated to Penhaligon’s, the   discover that it’s time for lunch. Try
                                                                                                                                                                                                   the typical Parma-based charcuterie
        Brera is synonymous with the artistic heart   historic Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense   and sophisticated; an expression of art   Considered one of Milan’s quaintest   luxury British perfume house established   specialities at Parma & Co, or the famed
        of the city. As you stroll along the streets of   (Braidense National Library), the Museo   known throughout the world as a symbol   districts, in addition to its picturesque   in 1870. The Olfattorio is also present   sandwiches sold by Panino Giusto. The
        this ancient district, you cannot help but be   Astronomico (The Astronomical Museum),   of unadulterated Made-in-Italy excellence   artisanal workshops, Brera is slowly   in Milan, at no. 23 via Brera, with the   afternoon is likely to pass by in a flash until
        enchanted by its almost surreal atmosphere   the oldest scientific research institute   (www.angelacaputi.com).        becoming populated with small yet   Dyptyque boutique, purveyors of the   you suddenly realize that it’s aperitivo
        boasting small artisans’ workshops or quaint   in the city and the Giardino Botanico   Specializing for generations in the working   delectable shops carrying only the most   famous and uber trendy Dyptyque candles   time: there’s no doubt that you’ll be
        stores selling canvases and paints.  (Botanical Gardens).            of crocodile skins, Giòsa Milano at no. 1         sought-after fragrances, transforming the   (wwwdiptyqueparis.eu), the L’Artisan   captivated by the purely Art Déco-style
                                                                             via Ciovasso manufactures precious                area into a ‘district of Artistic Perfumery’. For   Parfumeur in via Bagutta 8, renowned   atmosphere of El Tombon de San Marc,
         EDITOR'S TIP  Additionally, Brera is home   ART AND PASSION SHOPPING   pieces which though crafted according          both lovers of signature fragrances and for   for its pioneering spirit and contemporary   the trendier atmosphere of Fashion
        to the impressive Accademia di Belle Arti,   To start your sightseeing tour on the   to the classic canons of precious skins are   neophytes who are eager to delve deeper   fragrances for more than 40 years, and a   Café in via San Marco; another option is
        where visitors can admire Milan’s famous   right foot, we suggest stopping for a cup   nevertheless developed with an innovative,   into this desirable universe, we suggest a   space at Rinascente in piazza Duomo.  Ristorante Daniel offering contemporary
        painting collection at the Pinacoteca   of coffee at Princi, not just an ordinary   contemporary twist. The history of Giòsa   short tour to experience the enchantment   Other must-visits while in the area include   Italian cuisine and the chance to enjoy
        di Brera (the Brera Picture Gallery), the   bakery, but a meeting point where,   Milano dates back to 1950s and reflects   of ‘Haute Parfumerie’.        Profumo (via Brera 6, www.profumomilano.  something new from day to day.


                                                           GIOSA MILANO                                                                                                           ANGELA CAPUTI GIUGGIÙ

                                                            Surrounded by art galleries and goldsmiths’ workshops, at                                                             The precious collections designed by Angela Caputi are a
                                                            their atelier in via Ciovasso, Giorgio Santamaria and his son                                                         meld of fashion and art. Angela Caputi first established her
                                                            Gioele continue to write the history of high-end Milanese                                                             exclusive workshop in Florence, in 1975, where she personally
                                                            craftsmanship working with exclusive crocodile skins. Giosa                                                           designs all her collections under the “Angela Caputi Giuggiù”
                                                            offers customers a chance to become the designers of their                                                            brand name. Renowned throughout the world, her bijoux,
                                                                                                                                                                                  made entirely by hand using synthetic resins, are an authentic
                                                            creations, allowing them to choose from a wide range of                                                               expression of “Made-in-Italy” elegance. Sophisticated, original
                                                            precious crocodile skins, available in a remarkable array of                                                          creations combined to create unique objects both in terms
                                                            colours and finishes. Customers can create their own unique,                                                          of colour and shape. A magical blend of contemporary and
                                                            custom-made accessory inside the atelier’s historic vault under                                                       classical taste.
                                                            the guidance of expert artisans.
                                                            www.giosamilano.com                                                                                                   www.angelacaputi.com
                                                            Via Ciovasso, 6 - T: 02 86997441. M1 Cairoli, M2 Lanza                                                                Via Madonnina, 11 - T: 02 86461080. M2 Lanza




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