Synopses & Reviews
"Gershman's may be the best guide for novice and pro shopper alike." The Washington Post For more than ten years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now Born to Shop Italy is easier to use and packed with more up-to-date listings than ever before. Inside you'll find:
- The best of the shopping scene, from trend-setting boutiques in Milan and Rome to the nation's top factory outletsplus colorful markets, unique crafts, and more
- Excellent values, from designer shoes and handbags to Venetian glass and lace
- Great gift ideas, even for the friend who has everythingplus the best gifts for less than $10
- The best airfare, hotel, and dining values
Great trips begin at Frommers.com
Synopsis
For more than ten years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now Born to Shop Italy is even easier to use and packed with more up-to-date listings and shopping secrets than ever before.
About the Author
About the Author Suzy Gershman is an author and a journalist who has worked in the fiber and fashion industry since 1969 in both New York and Los Angeles, and has held editorial positions at California Apparel News, Mademoiselle, Gentleman's Quarterly, and People magazine, where she was West Coast Style editor. She writes regularly for various magazines; her essays on retailing are text for Harvard Business School. She frequently appears on network and local television; she is a contributor to National Geographic Traveler and Where Paris. Suzy now lives in Paris.
Table of Contents
To Start With.
1. The Best of Italy in an Instant.
2. Details.
3. Money Matters.
4. Shopping & Style.
5. Rome.
6. Florence.
7. Venice.
8. Milan.
9. Naples & the Amalfi Coast.
10. Mediterranean Dreams: Italy's Port Towns from Top to Toe.
Size Conversion Chart.
Index.