Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Ten Things You Can't Hate About Italy

Shopping without Dropping

If there is a crisis in the economy, it isn’t very apparent here. Everyone is out shopping…



and I mean EVERYONE.

The storefronts dazzle with their creative displays and the merchandise is oh so tempting.

Say goodbye to Birkenstock and Bushtakah and mommy’s practical walking shoes, gals, and say hello to Italy’s finest.





Perfect for a special occasion or a brisk walk with the dog across the cobblestoned piazza.

From Florentine gold…



and fine leather handbags,



to back to school fashion...



and clothes for small princesses.



Interested in some sexy pasta?



and some large-ish bottlies of vino to go with...




ruffled gloves in fine Florentine leather...



gowns...



and lively pinocchios.



Italy has it all and then some.

And if your budget allows, you may even want to stop by here…



and pick up one of these. (excuse the sideways view!)