Vanessa Foglia Abitart

Rome

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Vanessa Foglia Abitart

Vanessa Foglia, the daughter of the famous stylist Raffaella, who reigned over the Italian fashion scene in the last century, was immersed in the world of fashion from an early age. Her passion for art, fine fabrics, harmonious colours, and meticulous attention to detail was nurtured by her upbringing. Now, as a designer, she brings her artistic background to life at Vanessa Foglia Abitart, where you can find unique and vibrant women's clothing that reflects her creative flair. Each piece is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, capturing the essence of her love for fashion and her dedication to creating colourful and captivating garments.

Shopping

High fashion shopping in Rome is concentrated on two streets running parallel to each other from the Spanish Steps. Via Condotti is home to Prada, Valentino, Gucci, Armani, and Max-Mara. Over on Via Borgognona, one can find the likes of Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Gianfranco Ferré, Laura Biagiotti, and Gai Mattiolo. Closer to Piazza Navona is Via dei Giubbonari and its street fashion stores McQueen and Liquid. Also nearby is Via del Governo Vecchio with its elegant vintage fashion boutiques. When it comes to food, Rome has several notable spots. Salumeria Volpetti, on Via Marmorata 47 in Testaccio, is as close to heaven as you can get. This bustling, high-paced place offers many deli options — Latini pasta from Osimo, salsiccia and spicy sandwich meats. Its speciality, however, is its cheeses, including the Formaggio di fossa, which is matured underground. Another deli to revel in is Castroni on Via Cola di Rienzo, which offers a slightly international selection. Campo de' Fiori is the site of a daily food market that embodies the terms picturesque and colourful. Come early when the shadows are long and the morning is at its freshest. Another nice market, with more of a food hall atmosphere, is Mercato di Testaccio.