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I might have a business trip to Tuscany coming up. What are the Tuscan sartorial must-see? I am interested in coats, shoes, shirts, etc. Thanks in advance.

A search through LL archives reveal the following in Florence:

Tailors: Bugelli, Vestrucci
Shoemakers: Ugolini, Bemer

Florence is also well known for leather goods. Are there specific artisans I should visit?

Leathergoods for men and women, including briefcases, wallets, purses, and so on. All made on the premises. Known to Mr. Bugelli as well. I bought shirts from Bugelli, my wife handbags from Cellerini.

Terry,

How quickly can Bugelli do a fitting after cloth selection?

Does Cellerini make bespoke briefcase for men in bridle leather?

One of the real masters of the Florentine style - and the jackets have a distinctive style about them. Liverano himself is very humble and engaging. He speaks little English, but he does have staff that speak English.

I just received my first suit from him today today, a single-breasted three button in their "house style". Received two-fittings during his visits to Japan. The fit was fantastic, the jacket is very soft and the shoulders are not as structured as say a Roman suit. The armholes are not incredibly high compared to the real Napoli tailors like Panico.

Most of Liverano's jackets/suits that I have seen seem to have a bit of country charm - many browns, earthy colors, which is perhaps not surprising considering that he is based in Firenze. That being said, he can certainly cut a more "town" like suit and help you pick out a fabric to match.

At the end of the day, I have been so pleased with the entire experience that I ordered two additional suits today. I'm looking forward to visiting Liverano at his atelier one day.


- Daniel