Bought a Grace Kelly purse there about 30years ago. Black with gold trim. Was wondering about price today. Found it in back of closet and giving to granddaughter. read more

Very helpful and stands by his products. Gave me his business card in case there were any problems with the purse.

Angelo was so warm and personable, I bought 2 beautiful leather bags and have received so many compliments. He has very high quality products. I highly recommend stopping by if you're in Florence! read more

Gorgeous leather goods. The passion for their craft is evident in their products. Excellent service. Attentive and knowledgeable. We went with our Viking tour group and enjoyed every minute at Michelangelo's. Beautiful location, beautiful store and I love my beautiful bag! Highly recommend and we will be back the next time we are in Florence! read more

Real quality, authentic, Florentine, hand-crafted leather. Michelangelo was the kindest store owner I have ever met and was VERY generous with the discounts he provided for me and my family. His leather goods were top-notch in value and very fairly priced. Would 10/10 recommend stopping by this place! read more

Great place to shop for leather goods. Customer service is A-1! Beautiful handbags! This is located in a lovely area in Florence.

This was hands down my favorite shopping experience in Italy! This is where you need to go if you want that super soft Florentine leather jacket. When you get there, the windows are boarded up but there is a sign on the door that says it's open. The owner - Michelangelo- told us people have been trying to copy his designs, so it makes sense. Once you get inside, you enter a world of Florentine leather jackets and goods. Michelangelo was super helpful with finding us the right style jacket and could tell just by looking at us the perfect size. You can tell he's a master of his craft and was very patient with us. I fell in love with my jacket almost as soon as I put it on. The SOFTEST leather! It definitely wasn't cheap but you are paying for the quality and this jacket will last you a long time if you take care of it. Thank you so much, Michelangelo! This is a great small local business to support. And a sidenote: I will definitely come here my next trip to Florence! read more

Michelangelo - My sister, me, and Michelangelo himself. He helped us find the perfect leather jackets! - Leather Goods Near Me - Florence, FI

Service was amazing. Felt like I bought the quality of leather I have been yearning for

Lovely store and products. Bought a purse that I love. Artisan quality that is becoming more rare.

Michelangelo was kind helpful and honest. Gus prices were great, and you'll know the workmanship is good quality. Highly recommend!

Michelangelo was such a sweet man from the moment you walk in and is very helpful and honest about the selection and what would work best and gives you lots of time to think about it. It is like he treats everyone who is family that comes in! I have a beautiful leather jacket now that I hope to have for a very long time as the quality is amazing! GO HERE! Little more expensive than the market vendors but very worth it! read more

I am so frustrated that I can't give Michelangelo 10 stars! I had the pleasure of meeting Michelangelo on March 28th. I was visiting from California stopped by the shop with my son in-law. Michelangelo instantly made us feel comfortable and welcomed - like family. He engaged in conversation based on understanding and developing trust. I never felt like I was dealing with a 'salesman'. Moreover, I recognized I was speaking with an individual highly skilled in his trade, had a deep love for life and family, and treated others with respect. Yes, we departed his shop with two very high quality Florentine leather jackets - which we LOVE! Moreover, we departed with two jackets that Michelangelo designed, approved, and handled. That sense of family, passion, and profession has meaning - thank you Michelangelo! read more

One of few top notch leather stores in Florance. Located: Via Giovan Battista Zannoni, 9, 50123 Firenze. This man has such a love and passion for his work and it sure screams quality and are beautiful pieces. He is a true master and a very sweet man. I can't say enough good things about him. I so recommend him. Do not be fooled by: The Michelangelo Gallery, LA GALLERIA S.R.L Piazza Santa Croce, 8 50122 FIRENZE This place the tour guides like to take you and they are using the real Michelangelo reputation as theirs. I have seen the bad items from them and stories how they do not return an email, phone call, nothing. Bad, Bad quality and business people. Cordially, Denise & Dwayne USA read more

Michelangelo - Denise & Dwayne May 2024 Very happy customers, getting the best quality products. - Leather Goods Near Me - Florence, FI

Walked into his shop and were treated like family! Great quality and variety...Michelangelo provided all the help and guidance with our purchases. Thank you for making our Honeymoon more memorable! read more

Michelangelo - We stopped in and he treated us like family.... We found great craftsmanship, quality in his shop! He was genuine don't miss this shop! - Leather Goods Near Me - Florence, FI

My wife and I were touring Italy for our honeymoon. She always had her heart set on Firenze leather. We shopped around for a long time in both shops and from vendors throughout the streets. Nothing compared to what Michael was able to show us. He's extremely professional, very nice to talk with, and willing to help out at every turn. He showed us how to properly fold the jacket as we travelled and how to take care of it for years to come. Trust me when I tell you, don't waste your money out at another store. If you want quality, this is where you go. If you want to be taken care of, by somebody who cares about what he sells, go to Michael. My wife could not be happier with her jacket. read more

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Yelp has never let me down, and I am now another satisfied customer of Michelangelo. I won't repeat what everyone else wrote because it all remains true today, October 16, 2023, when I visited his store. He picked out the perfect jacket for me and gifts for my family. He is also a delight to talk to, and he and his wife gave me a great recommendation for lunch (homemade pasta place in Mercato Centrale. Worth the wait in line!). This was a great purchase and experience. read more

The other reviews were right! Really lovely service, beautiful jackets and a fun experience!

My Jacket boasts 100% top quality genuine Italian leather ensuring durability that will endure years The fine artisan craftsmanship of my authentic leather jacket is impeccable. It is not only luxurious, soft, light and buttery but also durable, promising years of wear. The sleek, elegant and timeless design created by Michelangelo, the owner never goes out of style as compared to the fast fashion of the other vendors. The stitching quality of the lining is clean, even, and consistent throughout the garment.The zippers used are smooth, finely Italian made. He provides outstanding personalized customer service. He is a fluent English - speaking Italian with 40 years experience in leather fashion and industry who personally ensures a true, non- pushy shopping experience. A rare blend of quality merchandise and splendid service. I value the owner's integrity; amid fierce competition, he refrains from speaking negatively about peers. His confidence in his product quality is evident, contrasting to competitors who resort to tarnishing reputations for sales. This professionalism solidified my trust in Michelangelo, a rare gem in retail prioritizing quality, service and a positive reputation. Before choosing his store/shop for my jacket, I diligently assessed competitors, confirming Michelangelo's top notch, high-end genuine leather quality. He offered a very reasonable price for a superior-quality jacket compared to his competitors which I found to be of lesser quality at a higher cost. Recognizing the value for money, I added two belts and a bag. My friend also purchased a belt. It's reassuring to find a business that prioritizes customer satisfaction and offers a fair deal. I highly recommend Michelangelo Florentine Leather for top grade leather jackets, bags and accesories, offered at reasonable prices, and accompanied by an unparalleled customer service experience. "Enclosed with this review are the precise location and address of Michelangelo Florentine Leather, preventing any misdirection in Google search results. Also included are pictures of the black genuine leather jacket I purchased." read more

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He's wonderful to work with. He helped my husband and I find the perfect Florentine souvenirs. We bought two beautiful jackets, a belt, a simply gorgeous travel bag, and two wallets from him. Michelangelo was helpful , in helping me select a beautiful and flattering jacket. He was so warm and friendly, I feel we made a new friend. I recommend him for some lovely leather pieces to bring home with you. read more

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Fantastic place with reasonable prices and excellent service! Definitely glad we ended up there and purchased a gorgeous lambskin leather jacket that fits like a glove and the wifey purchased a one of a kind purse! read more

Fantastic work and fun experience! We purchased a coat and loved our time there! I would recommend! read more

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If you are on the hunt for great leather goods (esp jacket, belt, or purse) look no further. Best quality and selection- but most of all- best experience. The owner, Michaelangelo is there to help you. He can tell your size and will likely find you the perfect thing on the first try. In my case, he found me the perfect leather jacket I was hunting for, and then another that I couldn't leave without- and a purse-along with a belt and jacket for my husband. He is very knowledgeable and the quality is the best. We have already sent friends and family there. Don't waste your time anywhere else! read more

Michelangelo - Leather Goods Near Me - Florence, FI

Michelangelo is super friendly and very caring. His leather is excellent quality, and he has great prices. He was very sincere. I felt like we made a friend upon walking into his store. I bought a beautiful back pack in a toffee color. My wife got a small black purse. Don't even bother getting leather products from those cheap stands outside. Michelangelo's leather is top notch! I will definitely come back next time I'm in Firenze. read more

I knew exactly what I wanted in a leather jacket before I even arrived in Italy. I only wanted a timeless classic black blazer, long enough to cover my hips and butt. But I also wanted to be absolutely sure that it was Italian-made from start to finish, not mostly made in a sweatshop overseas, and slapped with a few finishing details so someone could put a Made in Italia label on it. I started researching before I arrived, and it paid off. First, I researched what constituted real, genuine Italian leather. Boy, was that eye-opening. Then, I checked with the guidebooks, specifically Rick Steves, and I also checked online reviews. But I also asked our guide/friend in Tuscany and talked to other people who had bought leather here. What I first learned was that Florence is the place to shop for leather. If you can't make it to the leather factories and outlets outside of town, then you can still buy quality, Italian-made leather in Florence city. Now, there are plenty of places to buy leather that is not Italian or only partly Italian-made. But there are only a very few who sell authentic, 100% Italian leather products, and Michaelangelo is one of them. He has the certificate from the city hanging in his shop to prove it. He doesn't waste your time showing you stuff you aren't asking to see. For me, after telling him what I was looking for, he brought out 2 blazers for me to try. As someone who sews and embroiders, I know quality stitching when I see it, and these jackets had that quality, even stitching. His designs are proprietary, so you likely won't see them everywhere. The quality was so incredible that I felt awful bargaining with him, but still managed to get the price down a little, especially by paying cash. The prices were not like the bargains at the street vendors, but neither is the quality the same. You DO get what you pay for with Michaelangelo! I love my blazer and will wear it forever. Highly, highly recommend! read more

My boyfriend was on a search for a leather jacket and since we were in Florence... we had to check it out. After extensive online research, our journey lead us to Michelangelo. I was a bit skeptical as it sounded cheesy (come on, the whole city is marked with Michelangelo and his history) and it's near the train station / market area which has a lot of questionable products and figures. We also happened to stop by when he had all the paper and cardboard up around his shop and had a weird, handwritten thing that says "come in, we're open" scribbled across. We were immediately greeted by Michelangelo and his wife right before the closed up shop for the day and shared what we were looking for. He took one good look at my boyfriend, asked what color he wanted, and picked the right size, right jacket for him. Didn't even have to try anything else. He went into great detail about how he went about this particular design, how he made it, how to care for it, his years of experience and changes in his designs... it's all there. His passion and salesmanship is strong and can certainly rub some folks the wrong way but I found it pretty impressive after all we've seen in Firenze; we went to the Leather School earlier that day so we had an idea of what good leather can be. Don't be afraid to haggle with him and work with him. He's definitely a great man who knows his craft. After chatting with him longer, he's a bit crazy with the storefront since he's concerned there are folks in the market looking to make cheap copies of his design. I love supporting local, small businesses and artisans so it's very disheartening to hear but you can see it all over the streets. It's his passion, his life's work and you can see it in his product! Please stop by and support this local Italian craftsman :) read more

Went in with high hopes of getting a great belt and that is exactly what I got! Highly recommend

He had a great attitude and he was also very helpful to provide details about leather. He was very helpful and friendly.

Michelangelo is a beautiful shop and I'm so glad we stopped off here! We walked passed it at first bc the windows were covered, don't be mislead, it's open! Not only was Michelangelo extremely friendly, he had a nice selection of bags, jackets, belts, etc. I was on a mission to get a bag I fell in love with when I was in Florence 10+ years ago and I found her! I get so many compliments and the quality is excellent! (I worked for COACH, and in the fashion industry, so know a thing or two on craftsmanship). Also, he educated us more on leather and was very accommodating when it came to price. I'm in sales and love negotiating! Got 2 bags for 200€! read more

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What a wonderful experience! Michael Angelo is a true craftsman and a gentleman. He helped us find the perfect leather items and he was even kind enough to walk us to the bank so that we wouldn't get ripped off at the wrong ATM. Highly recommended for his craft and product -- and for his personal approach to the customer experience. We will absolutely return on our next trip to Florence -- Highly recommended! read more

Seriously, you'd have to be crazy to buy Italian leather anywhere else! Michelangelo takes great care and consideration in helping you choose items and explaining the quality of the items from bags to jackets. After learning so much from Michelangelo I realize that every place that I have bought leather in Italy was a waste of money. The quality of his items are second to none. read more

Highest quality Florentine leather at the best competitive price. When I say highest quality I don't just mean the leather, which is exceptional, but the entire experience. Michelangelo was a wonderful person who identified our styles and helped us choose but gave us freedom to decide as well. He owns and operates the shop and is not pushy and not going to try and pull you in off the street. He allows his leather and craftsmanship to speak of its own merit. We looked at some other shops, even tried on jackets at a few other places. We found some mediocre real "feeling" leather but there was poor workmanship when you looked closer. Threads pulling out, cheap tricks like the "flame test," Zippers that we're made in china or plastic and caught easily. The zippers on his jackets however were all Made in Italy. The leather on the jackets we got was buttery smooth lamb skin, strong stitching, etc. He had many other jacket styles and types there, also some accessories like wallets, beautiful purses and belts. My wife and I purchased jackets from him and we are so absolutely happy with the purchase. If you are hesitant on where to go or look in Florence for a good leather jacket or product don't look any further. My wife is short with an hourglass figure so sometimes finding the right jacket for her frame is very difficult. I have broad shoulders and I'm a tad overweight so I have issues sometimes as well. Despite that Michelangelo used a trained eye and found both of us exactly what would work within minutes of us being in the shop. He's been in the business for over thirty years now and it shows. If you want leather from Florence, from a local shop, that is also of the highest quality which compares to big name stores around the world this is where you need to go. read more

Michelangelo - Michelangelo and us with our jackets! - Leather Goods Near Me - Florence, FI

This is your guy and this is your shop! I wanted to get a leather jacket in Florence, because they are so renowned for their leather goods. Unfortunately, when I arrived I was surrounded by leather stalls through the streets and I could not tell the good leather from the bad. So first of all you have to ask yourself 1. do you want real leather? 2. do you want Italian leather? 3.do you want made in Italy leather? Here's why. If you answered yes to the 3 questions then you should shop here (made in Italy by a Italian and 100% leather) and If you are looking for something cheap, then you go to the stalls. After some research we came across this shop. I walked in and looked around and I walked out. Michelangelo was helping another customer at the time so he wasn't able to greet us.(Patience is an essence...lol) I grabbed a jacket and it didn't really fit so we walked out. MISTAKES WERE MADE. Thank god he came out and invited us back in for another look. He apologized (which he didn't have to) and introduced us to his shop. I picked a jacket I liked and he looks at me to size me up. Here's the thing, I'm on the smaller size and I wear between a XS and a S, which make finding jackets that fit me hard to find. Jackets usually engulf me, but not this one. He picked the correct size and it fit like a glove. The minute I put it on, I knew it was the one. My husband was with me and he was thinking the same thing. He loved it so much he bought it for me (and he doesn't buy things for me...lol). To be completely honest it was on the $$ side for me, however, I'm going to tell you right now, it is totally worth it. It is just beautiful, soft and the craftsmanship is exceptional. I would buy his leather goods before I buy a LV any day. You will not find a jacket in the street stalls like his and if you buy this at a name brand store you would have to pay $$$$ way more. He will tell you everything you need to know about your leather goods and more. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM AND HIS STORE. read more

Michelangelo - Leather Goods Near Me - Florence, FI

This is such a great place. The service is really good. They specialize in jackets, belts and purses... and they do this very well. Michelangelo is friendly and attentive. He will take care of you and answer any questions you may have. His jackets are top quality, the leather is just what I was looking for. The quality of the leather is great and the prices are very good (and it's real leather, not like the knock off stuff you might end up with in some other places nearby). I highly recommend this place. Also, Michelangelo does not have an online shop, so if you see any claims of selling his stuff online - that's not him! He is very conscious of quality and does not want his customers to get stuck with fake products online! He even offered to show me products via skype if I ever need to buy anything else from him, great small business! read more

Informative staff and good service. There is a wide selection of good leather goods. Take time to look around before selecting. This shop is close to the market. The shop keeper will work with customers on price according to method of payment. read more

Michelangelo - Leather Goods Near Me - Florence, FI

I got a new purse while I was in Florence from Michelangelo. I have been looking for a new purse for YEARS and there it was! Michelangelo really does have the highest quality leather around. I looked in the other shops with good reviews and they just do not compare. The lining and zippers on his jackets are really the best. I'm a longtime leather lover and I appreciate quality. Thank you, Michelangelo, we'll be back! read more

My brother wanted a Florentine leather jacket. My husband and I went with my brother to several shops to seek out our best option. We first went to Massimo and he liked the jackets there. I did a little online research that night and came by Michelangelo and thought they were brothers based on some reviewers. When we came to Michelangelo the next day, he told us that he had a brother name Massimo that works with him, but Massimo the shop has no relation to him! And that they were using his name. Michelangelo is definitely pricier but you get what you pay for. We went back to Massimo to compare the leather quality. Michelangelo's leather is buttery soft and divine. My brother ended up picking a beautiful, simple black leather jacket from Michelangelo. Also, regarding service, I was a little put off by the service of the other shop. I couldn't help but fall a little in love with Michelangelo. He is a charming man with SWAG and a twinkle in his eye as he sells his goods with pride. He gave us a good deal and we are so happy with our decision. My brother looks so handsome in his new jacket. read more

I had found this store on Yelp before leaving on our trip and knew I wanted to stop by to see what Michelangelo had. When we arrived to Florence, we were surprised to see so many leather goods shops, which all offered the same items. Just a few steps away from the San Lorenzo market is Michelangelo's shop. When we walked in, he welcomed us immediately. At first glance and feel, I could tell these items were great quality. After touching so many other purses and wallets, I could tell the quality was way better than what is sold in the shops and booths. I immediately fell in love with a crossbody purse. I'm not one to spend money, but this was something I didn't want to take off when I put it on. It also wasn't that much more than the prices throughout the city. My husband was debating on different backpacks and Michelangelo was there helping him decide. My husband and I feel like we made a new friend with how welcoming Michelangelo was to us and our children. We probably stayed 40-50 minutes just talking. Do yourself a favor and support this small business! read more

On a mission to buy a leather jacket this trip. Checked Yelp and this place had highest rating and 2 euro signs. Paying cash got me a lower price than CC. Experience was simple and not too overwhelming given the multitude of leather choices and shops out there. I'm happy with my jacket! read more

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Just left this shop and had a wonderful experience with Michaelangelo and his brother Massimo. His merchandise is of the highest quality and a beautiful selection. On our way there we came across another store with the same name but not as good. You need to find his address. His prices are very fair especially for the quality! We will tell everyone we know who's coming to Florence to visit. read more

Michelangelo - This is it - Leather Goods Near Me - Florence, FI

Nice Expensive Jackets, but BEWARE, Michelangelo the owner, is two-faced. Before I say anything else, let me start off by saying that the leather jackets here are top-notch, I will give him that. We bought 2 of them and they are high quality. I cannot say the same for the 30 euro leather belt that I bought from him and that he shortened for me. It fell apart after about 3 uses. I may post a picture of it on here later. And before he comes on here and complains that I have the wrong shop, or am lying, I have attached a couple of pics of one of his leather jackets. Now to the real reason why he only gets 2 stars. When he is selling you something, of course he comes of as "charming", "friendly" and "knowledgeable" . However, the real test of character comes when problems arise. I was not happy with the fact that he lied to me about how much he could sell me the jackets. I ran into another customer that I had seen at Michelangelo's shop later that day, and he told me had bought his jacket for 10 euros cheaper than mine. I ended up later that day also going to the Scuola del Cuoio (School of Leather) in Santa Croce and found a much nicer leather jacket for myself there and bought it. At the School of Leather, they included free alterations of the jacket sleeves for those of us who are not very tall ;). Furthermore, you get the VAT refund at the airport, so in the end, the jacket I bought at the school ended being about 50 euros cheaper than at Michelangelo's. When I came back to try and return the jacket, initially Michelangelo said ok, but then as I was actually trying to get a firm commitment from him to take the jacket back, he flat out refused and got confrontational with me. His demeanor totally changed and you could see his true colors. Unfortunately, there were no other customers there at the time to witness Michelangelo get aggressive and unprofessional. You also have to wonder why Michelangelo doesn't really give you an official receipt after you make such an expensive purchase. You have to ask for a receipt and he will handwrite you one. I believe it has to do with him being able to do some "creative accounting" and dodging having to pay the correct amount of income taxes to the Italian tax authorities. I left there disgusted with Michelangelo, and ended up with an extra Florentine leather jacket from Michelangelo that he would not take back so I ended up selling it on eBay. So, my advice is to be ABSOLUTELY sure that you want to buy a leather jacket from him, but visit other places like Scuola del Cuoio first, and comparison shop. That way you don't have to deal with a real jerk like I had to. I would actually give this shop 1.5 stars if I could. Happy Firenze leather jacket shopping everyone! read more

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