Rome is a massive city and, like all major cities, its shopping scene has gotten a bit commercial. While it’s nice to window shop the glittering Via del Corso and Via Condotti, it can be harder to find those special independent stores for one-of-a-kind, can’t-be-found-elsewhere items. Luckily, Rome has plenty of them. Here, 22 of our favorites, where you can find everything from monogrammable pajamas and tailored linen shirts to 1950s-style lampshades and vintage movie posters.

Atelier Bomba – This historic family-owned Roman atelier, founded by artist and designer Cristina Bomba in 1980, meticulously crafts and tailors garments. Visit their delicate shop on Via Dell’oca 39 for exceptional sweaters, coats, and other custom-made pieces, and to experience true Italian craftsmanship. 

triplef – Named after creator Federica Formilli Fendi, this concept store recovers, and in some cases reinterprets, designer pieces, from Ponti furniture to Venini chandeliers to vintage Yves Saint Laurent dresses. Inside, the store feels like a well-curated, timeless home. You can also bring high-end furniture, objects, lighting, and fashion items for consignment.

Le Tre Sarte – This atelier makes tailor-made garments with dead-stock fabrics that would’ve otherwise been thrown away–a particularly chic way to reduce, reuse, recycle. The vests and backgammon tablecloths are to die for–and you can buy specially made versions of the latter on our site! 

I Marmottini – This children’s clothing store gives us baby fever: shop an array of high-quality, Made in Italy items for ages 0-12, plus a few matching pieces for the mothers. The little button ups, sweaters, and dresses are so precious we wish we could still fit into them. 

Schostal – Forgo the designer stores on Via del Corso and head straight for this atelier, open since 1870, with their selection of classic, timeless pajamas. It’s a must visit for the simple, comfortable, and tailored designs, made with high-quality cotton and all monogrammable. 

Dylan Tripp Laboratorio – Browsing through flowers here is like shopping in a luxury store, partially because it’s housed in a former tailor shop and partially because the designer, Dylan Tripp, is a former fashion designer himself. His incredible eye for details, colors, and textures guarantees one-of-a-kind bouquets and arrangements. 

Campo Marzio – Yes, this is the only on the list that’s not a one-off store, but it was established in Rome in 1933 in the neighborhood of the same name. The stationary and leather products are all made with an Italian design, and, though their purses and wallets are nice, we’re partial to the business and office products. 

Bracci Camiceria – Right next to Piazza delle Coppelle–one of our favorite local piazzas, with a great little mercato–is this hole-in-the-wall atelier with made-to-measure shirts. It’s so small that no more than two people can enter at a time, but it’s worth waiting your turn for their well-priced selection of comfortable, classic men’s and women’s button ups. Our team is particularly obsessed with the linen shirts. 

Chez Dede – Andrea Ferolla and Daria Reina established this independent brand in 2011 in the stunning Palazzo Antonelli Capponi. Here, you can find exclusive collections of accessories, fashion, home decor, books–including our Quoditianno–and jewelry, complemented by limited-edition pieces from luxury brands worldwide and Andrea’s beautiful watercolor prints. 

Il Mezzaro a Viale Parioli – Browse through stunning, original patterns in the forms of robes, sheets, linens, jackets, furniture, dresses, and more, each made with exquisite fabric. All of the fabrics are block printed by hand, and range from more subdued, delicate patterns to bright and bold contrasts. 

Strategic Business Unit (SBU) – Basics, basics, basics. This is the go-to spot for all the men’s classics you could ever need, from perfectly-fitting t-shirts to cozy sweaters and work pants, and accessories like hats, belts, and shoes. 

Dispensabile Design Store – Here, find clean, sleek, Nordic-style pieces inside the well-lit, three-story space. From practical things like kitchenware to decor elements, we always leave with a few fun pieces and lots of stylistic inspiration. You can also set up a wedding registry here. 

Candle Store – In the Monti neighborhood, this artisan workshop sells candles, yes, but at first glance they might not appear to be so. Here, wax is transformed to look like wood, iron, and metal, creating dual-function home design objects that are also made with attention to sustainably. 

PARALUMI-LAMPSHADES-LAR dal 1938 – This artisan shop has been making handmade lampshades since, you guessed it, 1938. Though they make more classic, romantic designs, the most popular styles are funkier, with multi-colored geometric patterns and mid-century flair–everything your 1950s, mod-style Pinterest board could want. 

Gentleman di Giancarlo Sabatello – This historic shop, founded in 1950 by Mario Sabatello, may carry various accessories–including gloves, scarves, and ties–but the real draw is the sweaters. Find both men and women’s options in sumptuous cashmeres and warming lambswool. 

HB Roma – It’s easy to miss this secret perfume store inside the 19th-century Palazzo Chauvet, but we can guarantee you won’t want to. At this special profumeria, you don’t find those same bottles that grace the shelves of Sephora, but niche and high-end Italian, French, and other international brands. Inside, the store has tiled floors, frescoed ceilings, shiny perfumes, and modern art, plus a secret speakeasy bar in the back. 

Litografia Bulla – Founded in 1818 in Paris and headquartered in Rome in 1840, this store is the oldest artists’ lithography studio still in operation. You can shop from a beautiful collection of limited-edition prints, often the result of experimentations with various artists, as well as visit the store simply to watch the printing process.  

Hollywood Tutto sul Cinema – Attention movie enthusiasts! This treasure trove has rare vintage and contemporary film posters—of iconic Italian and American classics–in both copies and originals. And, if you still happen to have a DVD player, discover an extensive collection of blockbuster hits and niche titles.

Spazio Giallo – This concept space in Trastevere is indeed quite yellow–and the bright walls are lined with funky design pieces to add a touch of color and pizazz to your home. Keep an eye out for workshops, exhibitions, and, sometimes, a pop up bookshop in the space. 

Totti Tessuti – This hidden atelier at Via del Babuino 93 (ring the bell and head up to the second floor) is the curated collection of proprietor Federica. Find Genoese handmade velvets, silks, antique hand-printed documents, vintage Venetian fabrics, embossed leather, and more one-of-a-kind fabrics from across the world. 

Castroni – With many locations in Rome–our favorite is in Prati–this caffe and bottega, open since 1932, is a chamber of wonders of everything from coffee and tea to spices and oils to wines, sweets, and chocolates. Whether you are shopping for a gift, high-quality products, or those ingredients that can be all-too-hard to find in Italy, they’ve got it. Alternatively, drop by simply to enjoy a delightful caffè con panna.

Altroquando – Libreria e Pub – This artsy bookstore near Piazza Navona is one of the best spots to browse for titles you didn’t even know you wanted. After picking out a (few) new additions to your growing library, head to the onsite pub for one of their artisan beers and a small plate. You might even see live music or catch one of their exhibitions or events.