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Where to shop in Florence: Vintage stores and a visit to the Mall
Florence has amazing vintage shopping. For those hoping to venture away from the designer shops on Via de’ Tornabuoni, the city fortunately has a variety vintage stores that you can also visit. All ranging in style and price. Whether you’re looking for vintage Gucci heels or simply a good pair of Levi jeans, chances are you will find it in one of Florence’s vintage and secondhand shops. Alternatively, you can also visit ‘The Mall’.
In this episode I am going to show you a range of Vintage shops, where they are located and where to also get yourself a nice refreshment afterwards. Please also understand that many of these stores are luxury vintage shops so expect items to be expensive.”
Regardless of whether you’re looking to spend big or just window shop, knowing what you’re buying can definitely be helpful - it always pays to DYOR and have an understanding of current retail prices.
Expat Lifestyle with Badds.
Hello and Welcome.
Contents of this Video:
Time Codes
0:00 Introduction
1:35 Desii Vintage
4:01 Melrose Vintage
7:25 Epoca
8:49 The Mall
19:11 Humana Vintage
20:59 Belle Donna Wine Window & Bellini Wine Bar
22:58 Conclusion
Desii Vintage (via de’ Conti 17, 19 + 21R) is one of Florence’s original secondhand clothing stores and defends its cause today, from Gucci to Chanel and back.
If you are looking to find mainly designer vintage at a good price (expect to pay in the hundreds), Desii might be just the place to start your hunt. The curated selection includes shoes, handbags, scarves and clothes of high-end and designer brands.
Although the prices are reflective of the brands they sell, they still give a great bargain on lightly used or simply resold items from designers like Burberry, Celine and Gucci.
Melrose Vintage’s large locations (via Nazionale 8 carry a variety of western feeling, 'rock ’n’ roll' and edgy pieces, including hundreds of vintage Levi’s, leather jackets, boots, accessories and more.
Some of the items definitely lean more towards the expensive or “designer” side of vintage clothing, so you just have to be more mindful of what you’re buying and if the price is reasonable for it.
Epoca (via dei Fossi 6R) is fully stocked with a curated selection of high-quality items, ranging from sequined ’80s sweaters to powerful investment pieces.
Out in the tuscan hills Tuscan hills, you can also visit the Mall. An open-air outlet mall where you can enjoy shopping for luxury fashion brands like Prada, Valentino and Gucci whilst possibly enjoying steep discounts of up to 50 percent but please do your research.Additionally, non-EU residents can get tax-free refunds by presenting their passports in exchange for tax-free receipts.
The Mall is open everyday and you can hop on the daily round-trip service from central Florence to get here. (Euro 15 for an individual return ticket).
Humana Vintage carries a variety of unbelievably well-priced and well-curated retro clothes, with all profits going to charitable projects in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Humana has two storefronts in Florence’s city center: via delle Belle Donne 4/6R
Humana Vintage is a small, but jam-packed store full of trendy vintage with 'Goodwill' prices ranging anywhere from five to 50 euros.
Florence’s Humana can be found tucked into a side street called Via delle Belle Donne and Humana is a more budget-friendly introduction to the Florence vintage scene.
If you enjoyed this video, the another episode of mine that you might enjoy:
Florence, Italy -Leather. Where to Go & Buy
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  • @totolino85
    @totolino85 2 дні тому

    desii has some really cool stuffs but it's MUCH too expensive!

  • @meredithlong3778
    @meredithlong3778 2 дні тому

    Hi Badds, I bought some fabulous shoes in Humana Vintage when we were there last March!!! 5 euros!!! Looking forward to returning again next March!!! A great episode Badds!!! Thanks for taking us to some different places. Love the vintage shops in Florence. Have a happy day 🙂

  • @olivegrove2615
    @olivegrove2615 3 дні тому

    Have you tried on the camera glasses? You may have better luck with them. A lot of people don't realise they have cameras built in. Love your channel.

    • @expatlifestylewithbadds4530
      @expatlifestylewithbadds4530 3 дні тому

      @@olivegrove2615 Haha - l love your thinking & yes, l’ve seen them at the Ray ban shop here in Florence. A good idea. Thanks for your feedback too, much appreciated.

  • @glennirwin4710
    @glennirwin4710 11 днів тому

    Nice little side trip that I will keep in mind.

  • @chris101gray3
    @chris101gray3 17 днів тому

    The only worth buying in Italy is "The Bridge". You do not find quality leathergoods in markets.

  • @glennirwin4710
    @glennirwin4710 25 днів тому

    As always, a lot of good information. Especially the medical information.

  • @RichardDavis-ti8fp
    @RichardDavis-ti8fp 26 днів тому

    Thanks Badds. Airport tram link is terrific. Such an easy place to visit. Cheers Richard

  • @anrn5303
    @anrn5303 Місяць тому

    are with you on La Sorbettiera, hands down! we always go to Piazza Torquato Tasso, 11r, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy

  • @PicsnLicks
    @PicsnLicks Місяць тому

    Hey Badds…. We are in Rivarno at Maggiore right now trying the ravioli :)

  • @Ingrid0410
    @Ingrid0410 Місяць тому

    Hi from California thx for the great video! How do u like living in Florence? How does yr Visa work?

    • @expatlifestylewithbadds4530
      @expatlifestylewithbadds4530 Місяць тому

      @@Ingrid0410 Hi Ingrid, love living in Florence but the working visa process is very tricky and you do need some professional assistance to guide you through the process. Allowing yourself at least 10 months provides you an idea of the lengthy process.

  • @glennirwin4710
    @glennirwin4710 Місяць тому

    looks like fun!

  • @PicsnLicks
    @PicsnLicks Місяць тому

    Badds, we'll be there next Tuesday-Friday so def going to note this down as something to do. Might be a nice way to finish off our stay. Also liked the look of Rivarno Cafe.... Have you tried the ravioli there? Looks delish. Might see you there! lol

  • @anrn5303
    @anrn5303 Місяць тому

    the Perfumery in SMN is one of my fave places in Florence...

  • @Mario-go3hu
    @Mario-go3hu Місяць тому

    May I ask what did ypu pay for all inclusive

  • @erikaerika7788
    @erikaerika7788 Місяць тому

    Going there n3xt week😂😂😂😂

  • @glennirwin4710
    @glennirwin4710 Місяць тому

    The art is fantastic. What a wonderful place.

  • @PicsnLicks
    @PicsnLicks Місяць тому

    Will be doing that walk in a couple of weeks :)

  • @cleenw1
    @cleenw1 2 місяці тому

    Beautiful! When were you visiting?

  • @meredithlong3778
    @meredithlong3778 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for another great episode Badds. Absolutely stunning photos of amazing landmarks in Florence. Looks like the early morning is the time to be out. Have a great week!!! Meredith 🙂

    • @expatlifestylewithbadds4530
      @expatlifestylewithbadds4530 2 місяці тому

      @@meredithlong3778 Thanks Meredith- for sure, no crowds early but I do enjoy the evenings too - very pretty.

  • @louisedasilva6046
    @louisedasilva6046 2 місяці тому

    Great tips for photography in Florence. Your photos are beautiful especially the nighttime shots.

    • @expatlifestylewithbadds4530
      @expatlifestylewithbadds4530 2 місяці тому

      @@louisedasilva6046 Thank you and yes- the evening walk around Florence is always special.

  • @woofion
    @woofion 2 місяці тому

    Very nice pool & beach

  • @king_cobra5492
    @king_cobra5492 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for narrative. BTW Dante is buried in Ravenna. Once he left Firenze under threat of death he never returned.

  • @meredithlong3778
    @meredithlong3778 2 місяці тому

    Ohhh Badds, I think this is one of my favourite episodes!!! So much detail and scenery ❤️ Many thanks for sharing.

    • @expatlifestylewithbadds4530
      @expatlifestylewithbadds4530 2 місяці тому

      @@meredithlong3778 Hi Meredith- thank you so much for your feedback. I did love being at Varenna and it did inspire me, for sure. Have a great day.

  • @glennirwin4710
    @glennirwin4710 2 місяці тому

    Yes I have been there. Stayed three nights in Verenna. Had a great time. Beautiful place Lake Como. And no snakes.

  • @glennirwin4710
    @glennirwin4710 3 місяці тому

    I am going to take a guess, you are at Lake Como.

  • @JUANORQUIO
    @JUANORQUIO 3 місяці тому

    WoW! That’s Awesome And Lovely Adventure! Cheers!🥂🤩❤️✨

  • @lightbeu
    @lightbeu 3 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for this video

  • @glennirwin4710
    @glennirwin4710 3 місяці тому

    Looks like alot of fun.

  • @TheFiown
    @TheFiown 3 місяці тому

    Lovely video visit thank you. That said it isn't a good idea to buy jewelry from a shop, it loses most of it's value as soon as you leave the store ! My brother was a jeweler and he told me the mark ups on jewelry. The only place to get value for money is at auction and as for diamonds, go to India. I had my good jewelry made in Mumbai and I also bought several good pieces there in 18 and also 22 ct gold for a fraction of prices in Europe.

    • @expatlifestylewithbadds4530
      @expatlifestylewithbadds4530 3 місяці тому

      @@TheFiown Great feedback, thank you. I guess you would really need to be an ‘expert’ at auctions etc to ensure that what you bought was authentic- l don’t think l’d be confident enough? Having said that, nothing wrong with up-skilling. Have a great day. 😀

  • @sevewonn8567
    @sevewonn8567 3 місяці тому

    Italian leather is a scam, the leather is imported from Northern Nigeria ! The fashion houses in ITALY can no longer say Italian leather because of litigation, so genuine leather was adopted. God forbid they say Nigerian leather !

  • @sia5636
    @sia5636 3 місяці тому

    If you after genuine bespoke leather shoes, Stefano Bemer in Florence, is well known in the fashion world. Great video mate

    • @expatlifestylewithbadds4530
      @expatlifestylewithbadds4530 3 місяці тому

      @@sia5636 Cheers, thank you and will follow up with the Stefano Bemer recommendation too 😀

  • @glennirwin4710
    @glennirwin4710 3 місяці тому

    Nice place to stay, except for the cobra. I wonder how far the big ones are.

  • @mibelloaleman
    @mibelloaleman 3 місяці тому

    What is the big "tail" you saw from Piazzale Michaelangelo?

  • @mibelloaleman
    @mibelloaleman 3 місяці тому

    The title of this video is very misleading! It suggests where to be in high places where to view the city from.

    • @expatlifestylewithbadds4530
      @expatlifestylewithbadds4530 3 місяці тому

      @@mibelloaleman thanks for your feedback- it was a play on words to encourage a visit to the Piazzale Michelangelo, as you know, it offers some of the best panoramic views of Florence - a ‘free’ room with a view.

  • @mibelloaleman
    @mibelloaleman 3 місяці тому

    Great video! Florence is the mostt beautiful city in the world. The only other place that is just as beautiful is Athens with the MOST BEAUTIFUL and MAJESTIC sight - the Parthenon, especially at sunset when the exquisite white marble turns golden. It is the MOST beautiful building on the planet! 🌞🙂

  • @mibelloaleman
    @mibelloaleman 3 місяці тому

    The "leather" in the San Lorenzo market is garbage! It comes from china (of course!) and Taiwan. I purchased some bags there and they all fell apart after a few months of use! It's NOT leather at all, but compressed materials to "look" like leather. However, my purchases from THE LEATHER SCHOOL, part of th Santa Croce Basilica complex, are the FINEST and GENUINE leather in ALL of Florence, and probably all of Italy. The products are handmade and you can see the craftsmen making them there. My purchases that are over 40 years old still look like new, still smell like leather, and soft as buttter! Save your money for The Leather School!! 🙂🌞

  • @glennirwin4710
    @glennirwin4710 4 місяці тому

    Going back home is always special. Nice to cool off a bit.

  • @IrishAnnie
    @IrishAnnie 4 місяці тому

    I do not understand why middle eastern men are selling Italian leather goods at the leather market. Just look. No Italians in sight. I will take my business to a genuine Italian leather shop where the family has been making them for generations. I wonder if these are Chinese imports. The Chinese do make designer fakes all the time. Why not Italian fakes?

  • @colincooper8741
    @colincooper8741 4 місяці тому

    Great stuff BB 🚲

  • @iloverome1274
    @iloverome1274 4 місяці тому

    You forgot gelateria Carabe

    • @expatlifestylewithbadds4530
      @expatlifestylewithbadds4530 4 місяці тому

      @@iloverome1274 So true, yes, l should have visited Carabe but l wanted to keep the list small - l might have to complete a Part 2 though - thanks for your feedback & have a good day

  • @glennirwin4710
    @glennirwin4710 4 місяці тому

    2 thumbs up.

  • @meredithlong3778
    @meredithlong3778 4 місяці тому

    This is a wonderful video Badds!!! It must have been amazing to be in the middle of it all!!! Thanks so much for sharing 🎉🎉

  • @MrAstra001
    @MrAstra001 4 місяці тому

    Highly appreciated what you made out of that day! I became confused by the Tour's official homepage of the actual starting date. My miss and fault..... But your video repaired some of my mistakes. I wasn`t aware of the route up to the Piazzale Michelangelo before I saw your video. The TDF`s official compressed videoshots from that day just shows the bikers riding through a wood before they heads for the roads and starts to speed up. 🙂

  • @denisebowring6378
    @denisebowring6378 4 місяці тому

    Excellent coverage of the start of the tour. Great job.

    • @expatlifestylewithbadds4530
      @expatlifestylewithbadds4530 4 місяці тому

      @@denisebowring6378 Thanks for your feedback - always appreciated. Have a great day 😊

  • @glennirwin4710
    @glennirwin4710 4 місяці тому

    Nice video. Hope your staying cool. It is 100 f in Silicon Valley.

    • @expatlifestylewithbadds4530
      @expatlifestylewithbadds4530 4 місяці тому

      @@glennirwin4710 Oh wow - that’s warm. I’m currently in Melbourne (Southern Hemisphere winter) for a couple of weeks. Definitely staying cool here. So, 33 f to 51 f today. Florence is starting to warm up though - have a great day Glenn.

  • @rogerq7369
    @rogerq7369 4 місяці тому

    🎉

  • @AaronTownsendTV
    @AaronTownsendTV 4 місяці тому

    Great video!

  • @rogerq7369
    @rogerq7369 4 місяці тому

    All sounds interesting to me ... Off to Florence next week

  • @rogerq7369
    @rogerq7369 4 місяці тому

    Hello. Is it definitely cheaper to buy goods on line from the school of leather as opposed to in person? Kind of thought it would be the other way around. Good video. Subscribed and now ill watch the others :-)

    • @expatlifestylewithbadds4530
      @expatlifestylewithbadds4530 4 місяці тому

      @@rogerq7369 that’s great thank you. There is a tax you pay if in Italy and l do remember the Leather School saying that you can avoid paying this if buying on line. Enjoy the day.

  • @glennirwin4710
    @glennirwin4710 4 місяці тому

    Very cool episode. looks like a lot of fun.