Opera, high fashion on a Milan escape Nov 8, 2009
Or immerse yourself in all things Armani, whose stores fill a block on Via Manzoni. Naturally, the boys and their father preferred a metro trip far northwest to The Skate Shop (Via Grossich 11), owned by Milan s most famous pro skateboarder, Joe Onorato, who s nice enough to give out free DVDs or posters even if you just buy stickers. (Boston Globe)
Luxury for less Aug 30, 2009
e. Armani suits, Hermes scarves, Pucci skirts. Upstairs, they maintain a selection of moderately priced designers and some vintage. (The Palm Beach Post)
Best cities for shopaholics Mar 6, 2009
Much of the shopping is centered in Microcentro (downtown) along the streets of Calle Florida and Calle Lavalle, both of which teem with chain stores and boutique shops (those with more pesos to spend head to the upscale neighborhood of Recoleta, where Armani, Cartier, and their ilk maintain addresses). But no trip to Buenos Aires would be complete without the purchase of several leather items the city is known for its abundance of high-quality leather goods that cost a fraction of what they... (MSNBC -- Travel)
What's available at consignment shops Mar 5, 2009
Along with $12 jeans (Paris Blues) and an array of funky, printed tops for around $10, we spotted a Giorgio Armani plaid blazer ($110), a smattering of Ann Taylor Loft and J.Crew, and a fetching collection of handmade and vintage jewelry. Raspberry Beret is at 1704 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617-354-3700, and 1110 Main St., Wakefield, 781-245-2293. (Boston Globe)
The Buzz: Locals walk the Oscar red carpet Mar 2, 2009
Anne Hathaway, who wowed viewers in strapless Armani Priv (right). Tied for second were Marisa Tomei's Versace and Kate Winslet's YSL. Coming in third: Beyonc's House of Deron gown, with 11 percent. (San Francisco Chronicle)
