The Best Shopping in Rome

"Artisanal Cornucopia is both art space and concept store, curated entirely by owner Elif Sallorenzo. Sallorenzo has an eclectic eye for design and fashion, and introduces Rome to pieces by established designers like Aquazzura to emerging, one-of-a-kind artisans like Giulia Barela and Benedetta Bruzziches. Her shop has a “salon” vibe: You’ll want to spend time getting to know Sallorenzo in the hopes that she’ll impart her some of her innate sense on you, or just give you straight-forward suggestions."

"Head to this beautiful boutique not far from the Spanish Steps for hard-to-find fragrances and cosmetics in an atmosphere more like an elegant townhouse than a store. Shop for a signature scent, a gorgeously scented Fornasetti candle or a winsome Chez Dédé bag stamped with the names of glamorous Italian locales."

"Hand crafted leather bags and accessories Federico Polidori makes hand crafted leather bags, saddles, belts, wallets and other accessories in his small shop in Rome 's historical center. In addition to items displayed in the workshop, Polidori will also make custom objects."

"Artisanal Chocolate in Monti Autumn in Rome means the return of chocolate season! Artisanal chocolate shops slow their productions during the hot summer months, focusing instead on Jordan almonds, fruit jellies and other non-melty sweets. By November, the city's few but delectable chocolate shops are back in action. La Bottega del Cioccolato in Monti sells beautifully packaged and loose milk and dark chocolate from its displays that resemble a jewelry shop counter. In the winter, they also sell hot chocolate to take away."

"Wear a portable tapestry At Nicotra di San Giacomo, artisans blend weaving and metal work, creating wearable tapestries made from gold, silver and silk threads. Their cuff bracelets, braided necklaces and rings are made according to techniques passed down by Renaissance artisans."

"If the eyes are the window to the soul, they should be well framed. Choose your new pair from Italian names like Persol and Bulgari, or from the family-run shop's own in-house designs. Even Pope Francis gets his specs here."

"Gorgeous hand-woven scarves and artisanal ceramics Cristina Venezia's shop in Rome 's Monti district is a treasure trove of artisanal objects. Shop for stunning hand-painted ceramics—which she sources from small artisanal studios all over Italy—and be sure to check out her own creations: scarves woven on a loom in the back of the store."

"There are a few branches of this well-equipped kitchen and homewares store scattered throughout Rome , where you can pick up the perfect parmesan grater or a classic Bialetti Moka to brew your morning expresso. The metal or glass containers stamped with Italian words for pantry staples will bring a little pizzazz to your kitchen counter."

"In her small shop in Monti, Danish-born Tina Sondergaard whips up sublime custom-made dresses with a 1950s vibe. You can pick from luxe fabrics with bold graphics to jewel-colored shantung, and buy the perfect party dress either off the rack or tailored just for you."