Capri
First opened in 1906 (yes, that is not a misprint!) and best known for introducing Capri pants in the 1960s – famously worn by Audrey Hepburn, who bought…
Must-see shopping in Gulf of Naples Islands
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Limoncello Capri Canale Massimo
Capri
Don’t be put off by the gaudy yellow display: this historic shop stocks some of the island’s best limoncello. In fact, it was here that the drink was…
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Capri
Allegedly, Capri’s famous floral perfume was established in 1380 by the prior of the Certosa di San Giacomo. Caught unawares by a royal visit, he…
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Ischia
Stock up on a mouth-watering selection of local produce, from spicy peperoncino (chilli peppers), rum-soaked babà and lemon-cream cannoncelli (pastry…
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Antica Macelleria di Francesco Esposito
Ischia
This century-old deli is gourmet foodie heaven. Drop in from 8am for fresh mozzarella and wood-fired casareccio bread, plus a lip-smacking choice of…
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Ischia
Despite the headmistressy name, this boutique is the exclusive stockist of Italian label Brunello Cucinelli. The look is Polo Ralph Lauren with a sexy…
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Procida
This slick little bottle shop stocks the best of Campanian vino and a smattering of other Italian drops. The friendly owner will advise you (in Italian)…
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Ischia
A fabulous modern chocolatier, combining ranks of sweet chocolate treats with sumptuous artisanal ice cream. The prettily wrapped boxes make good gifts.
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Ischia
A beautiful old-school bookshop in Ischia Ponte with armchairs, plies of multilingual tomes and some fine local prints on sale too.
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Ischia
Filippo is a highly original artist who creates vividly patterned pieces, including striking, tall, pyramid-shaped vases, tiled pictures with abstract…
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Capri
The flashy selection of watches here is made by local watchmaker Silvio Staiano. The prices start surprisingly low, around €70 for a relatively…
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Procida
The fashions here are made from wispy fine cotton, perfect for those sizzling summer days. Floaty dresses patterned with wild flowers, long light-as-a…
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Capri
In 1959 Clark Gable stopped off at this tiny, unpretentious shoe shop to get a pair of handmade leather sandals, and the shop still sells a range of…
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Procida
A sweet little boutique selling brightly coloured accessories, including jewellery that looks good enough to eat: necklaces strung with what resemble M&Ms…
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Capri
Always fancied yourself flouncing around in one of those sherbet-yellow, baby-pink or powder-blue floppy hats? Then this is the place to pick one up (€15)…
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Ischia
Pricey and gorgeous womenswear: silk and linen skirts and kaftans to keep you cool in every sense, plus sandals, brogues, and tassled and beaded bags.
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Ischia
This little shop has a small but sparkling range of exquisite jewellery, incorporating turquoise, amethyst, amber and coral. Prices are slightly lower…
