Mercantinos are a big thing here in Italy. They sell second hand items primarily on consignment…read more The great thing about the consignment aspect is that after a certain amount of time the prices drop. Eventually the shop just owns them if they aren't purchased. This particular shop has a ton of options. Way too many for a quick walk through. Even if you know what you are looking for you really have to hunt through the store. So, give yourself plenty of time if you are on a hunting mission and check the dates. After 30 days you can usually ask for a discount.

The history behind this little shop is amazing. It is one of the oldest shops remaining in Vicenza…read more The craftsmanship is incredible and have been handed down from generation to generation. I'm already addicted to their products and can't wait to purchase another pot. My first purchase was a copper pitcher and cups. They are the perfect addition to any meal and the pitcher keeps the water cool even without ice. This is one of the many advantages to copper. It conducts heat evenly as well as cold. I've made some of the best soups of my life in these amazing pots and can't wait to try a chili in there soon. The price is reasonable for the product and craftsmanship. The shop is quaint and the owners will share the history if you ask.

They have done a great job with this secondhand shop. It is very organized and everything is well…read moredisplayed. You feel like you are almost in a new store. They have everything from art to dishes to clothing to children supplies to furniture and even antique vespas. In the back of the store is an area that sells new crystal rocks and some perfumes. I didn't spend much time there but it looked like a nice area. I will head back there in the future or sure.

Great Art selection to wear on your person!! I love this place. Everything from spooky to nouveau…read morechic! check it out.

they are wonderful. have so much knowledge of their pieces. i just enjoyed my whole experience…read morethere. I purchased many pieces. Kelly Barnson.

Beautiful selection of jewellery, head pieces, masks, purses/clutches, corsets, and even sculptural…read morepieces that can hold items. Everything is handmade, so definitely pricier, but if you find something you like, you must try it! He also made the jewellery for the set of Reign, which is pretty cool. I bought a necklace, clutch, and a ring. All so beautiful and unique.

LAGGIA in Venice is a tiny store next to Campo San Maurizio in the passageway when walking in the…read moredirection of San Marco square. It is easy to miss, but a highly recommended stop. Laggia is the store of Alfred Laggia the local Venetian designer who creates incredibly complex hand made intricate mesh jewellery pieces in his studio in Venice. He makes tiny delicate pieces as well as dramatic large pieces which were a favourite of Gianni Versace in his runway shows. Ask to see the amazing mesh head pieces. Sabrina Laggia (Alfredo's wife) works in the store and can also show you photographs of his larger scale works. Because it is such a tiny store it is easy to pass it by, assuming that it is part of all the usual tourist fare. I highly recommend that you go inside and look at the designs as they are quite incredible. I bought a neck piece and a cuff bracelet both of which are a bit grand for me, but so amazing that I'm sure I will wear them to a special event in the future. If the shop is closed go across the hall to the wine store which they also own and Sabrina will let you in.

From the owner: La nostra è una bottega di restauro mobili antichi cercando di fornire i servizi collegati a questa…read moreattività: trasporto, custodia, stima, perizie, manutenzione, disinfestazioni, arredamento, e altro.

The Antiques and local finds here are incredible. Upon entry you will see them in their workshop…read morefinishing special orders for people. If you walk into their store you find all kinds of furniture and household wares. Many demijohns and specialty items like silver settings and prayer benches. In the large basement you will find a well organized section with lots of wine barrels, tables, cabinets, and the like. There's also a section that's just piled high with different antique items. I went with four other ladies and they discovered some beautiful gems. On our way out with our purchases the woman helping us handed us all a bottle of their wine. It was a great ending to a wonderful experience.