Recently visited Rome and had the opportunity to visit the store. The friendly owner welcome me…read morewith opens arms. The fur coats are beautiful and available in all sorts of color and style.

One of the highlights of our trip to Rome was the private tour we were given at Fendi. We were…read moreable to tour both Fendi's corporate headquarters in EUR and their flagship store near the Spanish Steps. Fendi is an Italian luxury fashion house producing fur, ready-to-wear clothing, leather goods, shoes, fragrances, eyewear, timepieces and accessories. Founded in 1925 in Rome, Fendi is renowned for its fur and fur accessories. In 2015, the fashion house moved its headquarters into the Palazzo della Civilta Italiana, a six-floor geometric edifice of symmetrical arches nicknamed, "The Square Colosseum." The 75-year-old building was never occupied prior to Fendi's arrival! We were given a great tour by Giulia, Worldwide Private Client Relations Manager. She showed us their movie studio, plush theater, employee café, and a special exhibit of Fendi clothing and accessories used in the movies. Speaking of movies, Fendi shows a different movie each night at 9 pm, and the public is invited to come free of charge. Not a bad deal! We concluded our tour with her on the rooftop, which offered spectacular, panoramic views. After leaving Fendi headquarters, we went downtown to the Palazzo Fendi - the company's flagship store near the Spanish Steps, where we were met by Rim, Fendi's Fur Atelier (fur workshop) Ambassador. She told us that she had been with Fendi for 20 years; and, it was clear she really enjoyed her job! Walking us through the various rooms of the Palazzo, she showed us how everything in each room compliments the rest of the items in the room - from furniture to clothes to wall decorations to handbags to fur garments. It was downright impressive! (And, unless she had explained all that, we would have been clueless!) On the second floor of their store is a room where several employees make fur coats and accessories. (The main fur production operation is at their headquarters in EUR.) Obviously, they have this small operation downtown to show important clients how the work is done. We marveled at the steps they took to make something like a fur coat. After viewing the shop, we were taken upstairs to the Fendi Private Suites: a hotel with 7 individualized suites. You can now not only shop at Fendi's flagship boutique in Rome, but stay there. The third floor of the Maison's stunning home, Palazzo Fendi, has been transformed into the world's very first Fendi hotel. This sumptuous palazzo originally belonged to the noble Boncompagni Ludovisi family and sits at the foot of the Via Condotti. Elfriede, the Fendi Private Suites Guest Relations Manager (who has worked for Fendi for 26 years), showed us one of the suites - the honeymoon suite, which was prepared for the arrival of a pair of newlyweds. They had arranged rose petals on the bedspread in the shape of a heart (with a box of chocolates in the middle), as well as a trail of rose petals from the door to the bed. On the top floor - above the private suites - is a Zuma restaurant, which is part of a world-wide chain of very high-end, Japanese restaurants. This one boasts a rooftop cocktail and dining area with wonderful views of Rome. We were thrilled with our tour of Fendi!

Even if you're not a Fendi fan, I'd say this flagship store is worth a visit just for the…read morebuilding's architectural elements alone. And if you are a fashion fiend or Fendi lover, you might want to go sightseeing first, as you'll likely spend half a day here like I did. While it is often overshadowed by Milan, Rome has also played a huge role in the fashion world as the birthplace of Italian Couture, with most of the credit owed to Valentino, who opened his first store in Rome, and another popular name in high-end fashion: Fendi. If you're not familiar with the name, maybe a quick flip through some Google images will help you remember the popular logo you've probably seen numerous times during the course of your lifetime. Like Gucci and Louis Vuitton, Fendi's FF Zucca print could be seen on many credit card swiping victims of high fashion and those with steep wallets especially in the 90s and early 00s. With it celebrating its 90th anniversary this year, I read sometime ago that it will be moving to one of Rome's most striking and grand buildings, the Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana.

I bought 3 pairs of suede, rabbit-fur-lined gloves from Canzia 20 years ago and they are still…read morebeautiful and soft. Such good quality. I wish so much they had a website and/or an email address I could buy more. I keep trying to call from the US but haven't been able to get through. :/

Fantastic secondhand / vintage store and oh boy, better allow yourself extra time to go through…read moreboth of these shops (they're next to each other) and explore - here you'll find sooooo many different clothes, shoes, bags, hats, accessoires, and much more from different decades of the 1900s. It's a total mix! Prices are good, more than reasonable actually and if you look closely, you can find some designer pieces. I do have to say, the clothes are in good condition - but it's not the best-of-the-best. Friendly service, soooooo many items to choose from and I fell in love with the 1940s leather suitcase. They're not opposed to bargaining and in the end, I managed quite a good deal for the suitcase, but it was still over my budget. Ah well, at least I tried and the service was super friendly. With a little "Doh!" [instert Homer Simpson voice]" I continued my quest, but definitely recommend this shop for a visit! Who knows what you'll find?!

We are an American couple who came to Rome to celebrate my birthday, graduation from my Masters…read moreprogram, and an early holiday. I love vintage shopping and have a large wardrobe of collector's items. The day before we were in Antichita' Carnovale and spent over $2,000.00 dollars on bags. I was so excited to visit Abiti Usati because I had such a wonderful experience at the other shop the day before. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a lovely older woman and we looked around a bit but wanted to see what else we could find. Next door was an extension of the shop and the owner refused to let us in. He said they were the same things and would allow us to enter and turned us away for no reason. I have never felt so awful and below someone in my entire life. I love Italy having lived here twice. I also love Rome and have bragged how wonderful the people are. The owner made me cry and ruined that moment on my last day of this trip. I would love to tell him just how awful he made me feel and the business he turned away as we were looking to purchase 7 leather jackets, a luxury piece of luggage, and a fur. Would not recommend to anyone because regardless of your opinion of Americans, we were treated like second class citizens, and being a good person is part of running a respectable business.

Stopped by in December and it was packed. They have a fabulous selection and quality gloves priced…read moreconsiderably less than the US. The Spanish Steps are just a stone throw away. Who doesn't love shopping in Rome. I definitely suggest this shop for gloves.

I'm going to need a chaise longue to lie down on, a cool cloth for my head, and an amaro spritz to…read morewrite this review. LSS, my first in-person experience with Sermoneta where someone - I'm not going to identify the culprit - insisted on buying me two pairs of the softest, most beautiful gloves that you've ever seen. Last year, in a sartorial tragedy, I lost a pair of Sermoneta gloves (first pair of gloves that I've ever lost in my life, including as a child, and they had to be Sermoneta...). A pox on the person at the Toronto resto who said that they didn't find them! The most obvious way to heal my wound was to go to Sermoneta in its country of origin. This outpost is a two-level store on the Piazza di Spagna. Wonderful service; the woman who helped me has been working at the same store for 25 years. This is not a place for bargain hunters. On the upside, you can zip across the piazza to the Global Blu Vat refund centre. Hint: when they ask you if you want a beverage say yes, because they take a significant commission (larger than what the woman told me it would be). There is an additional charge if you want your refund in cash (because they can claw back the refund on your credit card, but not if you walk out the door with money in hand). Have to go work now to save up for the next trip to Sermoneta!

What a delightful find on a small side street in Roma. I wasn't looking for clothing when we…read morewalked by their window. The items in the window caught my eye but the folks inside are what really won me over. It is a small shop with wonderful staff. It felt like the woman who helped could have been my grandma. She suggested an item for my statuesque 6' tall and it made me feel the most beautiful I had felt in years! I even wore it out the door. Light and airy, it was perfect for the hot summer day. If you have time definitely stop in to this little hidden gem. Will add photo later

Such a cute boutique, I had to wonder in. The clothing, leather shoes, handbags and accessories are…read moreso unique - why don't we have shops like this back in the states? The stores in Rome are so fashionable and each offers their own take on items, meaning they create a collection that maps to the vibe they want to project. Everything is curated to match that vibe. Even better, when you purchase clothing they do alterations so the item fits you perfectly. It feels like a luxury but it's actually the way clothing should be made as no two people have the same shape. The leather shoes and especially the boots were gorgeous!! My only regret is that I didn't buy an extra suitcase to get things home!

If you have even the slightest interest in luxury fashion, Fendi's global flagship is well worth…read morechecking out. We passed by it a couple of times just while walking around Rome and decided to peek in for a quick browse. The store was huge, in a palatial building called, appropriately enough, Palazzo Fendi. The interior was modern and opulent, designed and decorated to the max, two wide floors connected by a statement red marble staircase. I enjoyed looking around, shadowed by a sales associate who was either there to help me shop or deter me from shoplifting, I honestly couldn't tell which. The clothes were beautiful and extravagant, and there were more ludicrously expensive exotic bags than I'd ever seen in one place. Rows of Fendi purses in ostrich and snakeskin and crocodile, a dream haul for a smash and grab crew. Lucky for my shadow, I was only there to gawk. Palazzo Fendi is centrally located, right by the Spanish Steps, and it's a fun stop if you like looking at pretty things. As a bonus, they also have a bathroom, and no one will follow you in there.

One of the best Fendi Boutiques you will come across in the world and it all has to do with Rome…read morebeing the birthplace of this iconic brand. A short walk away from the Spanish Steps is a world full of some of the most well known luxury brands and brands you should explore and discover. Situated in a prominent spot with its main doors facing the Spanish Steps, you'll see Fendi Home adjacent to this boutique. As you walk in you'll notice the beautiful architecture of the building and see the latest designs and classic models Fendi is known for. The signature F's are found in the most subtle of ways so take a lap or two around and admire everything before you dive in. The service here is impeccable and the staff here is nothing but smiles. They make you feel like you're the most important person in the world. My partner and I were offered sparkling water and champagne which we enjoyed as I looked at travel pieces. After finding my dream piece, I was escorted to checkout as they packaged my item. If you're visiting from out of the country make sure to have your actual passport with you so the VAT form can be filled out. The prices in Rome/Italy for Fendi are the lowest you can find so take full advantage of the opportunity.