Dom Bow Ties

Vilnius


Pop your head through the archway at number 6, take the few steps below the sign of the giant bow tie, and you'll find yourself in what is, perhaps understandably, the only store in Lithuania dedicated to hand-made bow ties. You can even order them to spec.


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