Shopping in Rome - Romecentral - The Rome review - Companion for visitors and residents

	"The Italian flair for transforming display windows into stunning artistic still lifes and whimsical theatrical tableaux makes window-shopping an aesthetic experience. If you're bent on buying, you're sure to find something that suits your fancy and your pocketbook. If you have something specific in mind, like Missoni or Benetton knitwear, Bruno Magli shoes, or Laura Biagiotti perfume, make a note of prices before you leave home, so you'll know whether you're getting a bargain by buying it in Italy. The best buys here are still leather goods of all kinds -- from gloves to bags to jackets -- and silk goods and knitwear... " (Yahoo travel)
Where to shop for music By Christian Horlick You've probably been sitting in a trattoria one evening when approached by a man selling compact discs that were downloaded from a computer.
	Dedicated to all book lovers By Stefania Troiani Rome is a simply marvellous place to stay. The Eternal City, besides the chance of offering spectacular monuments has got terrific bookshops.
Going Shopping: Via dei Coronari (by Rox) Crossing Ponte S. Angelo (in front of Castel S. Angelo) continuing along Via di S. Spirito, turning down Via Arco del Curato, here via dei Coronari starts.

Accessories - Antiques - Books/Printed Matter - China/Pottery/Crystal - Clothing -Department Stores - Flea Markets - Food Markets - Food - Jewelry - Leather Goods - Linens - Lingerie - Music Stores - Perfume/Cosmetics - Shoes Shopping Centers - Silk/Textiles/Fabrics - Toys

:: Size tips ::

Italian sizes are not uniform, so always try on clothing before buying, and measure gift items. Children's sizes are all over the place, and though they usually go by age, they are calibrated to Italian children. Average size-per-age standards vary from one country to another. Check washing instruction labels on all garments (often in English as well as Italian), as many are not washable at all, and those that are washable may not be preshrunk. Glove sizes are universal. In any case, remember that Italian stores generally will not refund your purchases and that they often cannot exchange goods because of limited stock. (Yahoo travel)