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Monday, October 25, 2010

Ruby Tuesday - Window shopping in Florence

One of the best things about window shopping in Florence is the chance to see the attractive window displays where all the big names in luxury fashion can be found at Via de' Tornabuoni. I was fascinated by their designs and eye-catching shop windows and here they have Gucci, Prada, Pucci, Cavalli, Ferragamo, D&G, just to name a few. Each neighbourhood has something to show off and it never fails to draw people with its intriguing architecture, trend-setting fashionista and bustling colourful districts.


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Prices are notoriously high and not everyone can afford to splurge on luxury designer clothes but what else can you expect from famous fashion houses that stands right in the center of Florence. Even though I can’t afford to shop, I enjoy window-shopping and people watching on this luxury-laden street. It's worth to take a look around and take some pictures, then brag about how you visited this place in Florence. The surroundings are absolutely gorgeous and inviting, so it's a trip I won't forget, even if I had to walk away empty handed.

In the meantime, here are some shots for your viewing pleasure.

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Posted by LifeRamblings at 9:00 AM
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38 comments:

  1. linaMonday, October 25, 2010 8:52:00 AM

    I'll just window shop at these places (that is if I dare to even enter the boutique!) LOL

    Love the architecture.

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  2. 黄清华 Wong Ching WahMonday, October 25, 2010 9:36:00 AM

    Enjoyed it, that's beautiful window shopping at night !
    We only have these in the malls...

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  3. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪Monday, October 25, 2010 9:46:00 AM

    You won't like travelling with me, I only like outdoor and food. shopping has no interest to be because like my friend says, no money and no shape.

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  4. levianMonday, October 25, 2010 9:51:00 AM

    they really have some very cool ways to advertise. how can we stop ourselves from looking at those colorful displays!

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  5. TekkausMonday, October 25, 2010 10:23:00 AM

    So Italy is where all the brands come from right? :D

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  6. TekkausMonday, October 25, 2010 10:23:00 AM

    Indeed their decorations and the way they exhibit their products are way different from Malaysia right?

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  7. Jidhu JoseMonday, October 25, 2010 11:04:00 AM

    Wow...nice shots

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  8. Twilight ManMonday, October 25, 2010 11:35:00 AM

    My uncle told me that Florence is the best shopping place in Italy. Is that true? The window-shops look interesting!

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  9. Windsmoke.Monday, October 25, 2010 11:50:00 AM

    G' Day From Australia, Florences architecture is charming and fantastic just like other cities aroud Europe.

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  10. foongpcMonday, October 25, 2010 1:44:00 PM

    I like the first photo!!

    Haha! I think I'll be window shopping only at this area : )

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  11. LolaMonday, October 25, 2010 10:16:00 PM

    Wonderful shots - love Florence too!

    XOXO LOLA:)

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  12. KramerMonday, October 25, 2010 10:19:00 PM

    Lovely window shopping, I keep hearing "riding on the metro"...

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  13. anemonenMonday, October 25, 2010 11:09:00 PM

    I love windowshopping as well.

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  14. RalphTuesday, October 26, 2010 1:14:00 AM

    Florence is so beautiful, the arch over the street is majestic. What a place this is, I would love to window shop in that city....

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  15. RajeshTuesday, October 26, 2010 1:27:00 AM

    Great shots. Very cool window shopping.

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  16. LizTuesday, October 26, 2010 2:02:00 AM

    Beautiful shots! I agree with Lina, I would much rather window shop in this kind of place.

    My RUBY links:
    Moms... Check Nyo
    Yummy-as-can-be

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  17. regTuesday, October 26, 2010 3:33:00 AM

    really nice set of pictures here. I will take you shopping!!!!! But you buy the first class tickets out of Toronto !!!!!!

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  18. AnonymousTuesday, October 26, 2010 4:00:00 AM

    Nice place for window shopping.

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  19. Auntie E's GardenTuesday, October 26, 2010 4:47:00 AM

    Some great window shots. window shopping is a great pass time.

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  20. DianneTuesday, October 26, 2010 5:54:00 AM

    the light in the top shot is so beautiful

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  21. Maude LynnTuesday, October 26, 2010 6:37:00 AM

    What fabulous window shopping!

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  22. AVCr8teurTuesday, October 26, 2010 7:30:00 AM

    Thank you for taking me window shopping. Sometimes I wonder if people really wear those more outrageous style clothing.

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  23. eastcoastlifeTuesday, October 26, 2010 12:47:00 PM

    I have managed to avoid shopping when I go travelling these days. No more storage space at home. :P

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  24. eastcoastlifeTuesday, October 26, 2010 12:48:00 PM

    The prices might be exorbitant but the quality is not bad. Did you get anything for a special occasion?

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  25. MeikahTuesday, October 26, 2010 1:22:00 PM

    Florence, one of the places in my bucket list! Hope to visit this place soon(est)! :D

    Now spot the Ruby (Tuesday) in my post. ;)

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  26. UnknownTuesday, October 26, 2010 2:51:00 PM

    happy shopping... :)

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  27. LifeRamblingsTuesday, October 26, 2010 4:01:00 PM

    Thanks everyone for commenting.

    Twilight,
    Florence is the best shopping place in Italy if you've the $$$$ to splurge on the designer products you adore. unfortunately, everything seems like 'see no touch' to me.


    ECL,
    whenever i travel, I alwiz bring back some mementos. i buy one item from each city i visit, so i can alwiz look back at the happy memories i've had.

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  28. eileeninmdTuesday, October 26, 2010 4:51:00 PM

    Looks like a wonderful place to visit. Window shopping and people watching can be fun. I enjoyed your photos.

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  29. Mel_ColeTuesday, October 26, 2010 8:44:00 PM

    What a shopping moment! Very nice displays. Glad to be here.

    Come & check me out with My Ruby Tuesday here

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  30. Empty NesterWednesday, October 27, 2010 4:41:00 AM

    Hi! I'm a new follower on GFC from Ruby Tuesday! Love your pictures!

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  31. willie a.k.a reptozWednesday, October 27, 2010 7:24:00 AM

    Hi There,

    very impressive especially the first photo. Now I know that in the heart of Florence city, there a place for superb fashion design. Looking at the photos, I do agree that they are very expensive. And I am also amazed that the mannequins posed well for the clothes.

    It's okay that we can't buy branded clothing. Maybe one day, we can. There's still a lot of affordable clothes out there with nice designs, by locals.

    In my place, I always go for a big store where they sell clothing at affordable price. For example, early this year, I bought jeans for RM19.00(USD6.00)only and I have been wearing the jeans for 10 months now, still in perfect condition.

    With my limited budget, I always ask myself, what good it is to spend too much in clothing. Unless I am rich. Hahaha!

    Ok then, have a nice day yeah?

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  32. MariucaWednesday, October 27, 2010 10:44:00 PM

    I love ur first pic LR, makes me wanna shop shop shop oso! :)

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  33. MariucaWednesday, October 27, 2010 10:45:00 PM

    Me too, love taking pics of the window displays, love the dressy stylo mannequins! :)

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  34. MariucaWednesday, October 27, 2010 10:46:00 PM

    And yeah, it's enough to just be able to enjoy the view from outside and window shop, enough to make me happy lol! :)

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  35. T. BecqueThursday, October 28, 2010 3:56:00 AM

    That looks too fun!

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  36. MonicaThursday, October 28, 2010 6:56:00 AM

    wow thanks for sharing dearie i love the fashion! :D

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  37. MonicaThursday, October 28, 2010 6:56:00 AM

    and i LOVE the first pic! ;)

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  38. AyieSunday, November 07, 2010 11:39:00 AM

    Oh, this is where that place in China got this arcade idea...after seeing here I remember the resemblance.

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