As a country, Italy is often referred to as one of the fashion and design capitals of the world. The area around Milan and Lake Como significantly contributes to this well-deserved fame. Como is particularly cited as a top producer of many fine silks, while Milan is home to myriad name and boutique designers and fashion houses. This is truly a mecca for the fashion aficionados of the world.
The town of Como has many silk factories making it an excellent place to discover high-quality silks and unknown boutique designer fashions. To show you the way, a professional shopper can help guide you to the best shops in and around the city, where you are likely to find the best deals.
An expert shopper will take you to the leading fashion outlets in the area so you can shop until your heart’s content. The day will be customized to your needs and desires, and may include excursions to discrete outlets in Milan, or further north to the large designer outlet mall just over the border in Switzerland.
Milan is renowned worldwide as a leader in fashion and design. Immerse yourselves in the magical world of haute couture with a privately guided tour of top fashion design houses and shops. Arrangements can be made for a meeting with a top designer to personally design a garment for you. A professional shopper can also lead you to some of the best kept secrets in the world of fashion - smaller boutique designers that are scattered throughout the city. Definitely a day to remember for the fashion-conscious travelers.
Learn about the ancient art of silkworm breeding and silk-spinning as you spend a day in Como. Include a visit to the Silk Museum in the city, and possibly the Silkworm Culture Center just outside the city to observe the silkworm cycle. Explore the many shops in the area specializing in a broad range of silk products.
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