If you try on dresses in this store, you'll feel like an Oscar nominee traipsing down the red carpet. The most elegant soirées call for the most beautiful evening gowns, which are Dolce & Gabbana's specialty. Clean-lined cuts and flattering colors put the spotlight on the woman wearing the gown. The store is also a classic design, with neutral walls and perfect lighting for finding the perfect dress. Worth the investment, since these pieces look fresh and never go out of style. Some casual pieces are available, as well.

This store features the casual, classic Ralph Lauren look. In addition to Ralph Lauren's Polo label, you'll find traditional country club looks from Tommy Hilfiger and Burberry, as well as the perfect finishing touch ­ shoes from Tod's. This shop attracts an upscale clientele thanks to its location near the ritzy Savoy Hotel. Enter at street level and then immediately climb the stairs to the first floor, which is where the best finds are displayed.

These are the most Italian of designs, with clean lines, classic pieces, and fine fabrics. An Italian without an Armani ensemble is like an American tourists without Reeboks and a fanny-pack ­ you just don't see it. The Florentine elite comes here for well-tailored suits and a few hip club pieces. For a special occasion, the dresses here are some of the most elegant you'll find anywhere.

Versace is one of the most famous names in the world of fashion and with good reason. This store showcases true Italian style, with quality workmanship combined with modern, innovative flair. From lady-like beaded dresses to the most over-the-top club clothes, just browsing this store is always interesting. A frequent stop for celebrities and the rich and famous.

This is the ultimate Gucci shopping experience, with room after room of the famous, upscale Gucci merchandise. For the label-conscious lab or the designer dachshund, you can find Gucci collars and dog bones here. For the two-legged patron, you can find perfectly cut business suits, lovely lingerie and the most extravagant evening gowns, all displayed in luxurious surroundings.