6 Best Places to Shop in Sicily, Italy

Panarea native and stylist Giovanna Mandarano captures the vitality of the island with her women's clothing and accessories line that's known for bold prints, flowing fabrics, and lots and lots of color. Though there are now multiple locations throughout Sicily and in Rome, the original Panarea location, which opened in 2006, remains the heart of the collection. This is your go-to boutique for the effortlessly chic style that the island is known for.

You'll find an enticing array of dresses and coats in this busy little boutique on the main Via Etnea. The bold yet subtle colors and patterns of these original designs are a refreshing change from the bright blues and yellows that are ubiquitous in Sicily. You could even team up your outfit with a pair of shoes, a bag, or a scarf. The ‘t’ is silent in CLOT.

Born from owner Natalie Rossi’s dream in 2014 to start a new life (mollo tutto means to throw it all away), this playful little shop has since grown up a lot. In addition to a line of nautical-themed clothing, some products are made from an innovative fabric created with recycled fishing nets, a project that not only respects the sea but raises awareness of its fragility. These garments are 100% sustainable, which makes a positive impact on the environment.

Artisan Barbara Calabresi hand dyes yarns and silk with vegetable dyes from the island's flora (chamomile, artichokes, pomegranates); she weaves the thread into fabric, then designs and produces clothing and housewares (tablecloths, bedspreads, and rugs) from the cloth. Shop her charming boutique, or sign up for one of her special courses where you can learn how to dye and weave on a “nomadic” loom. All classes are suitable for beginners. Barbara has also added botanical printing (transferring the pigments of leaves and flowers onto fabric) to her skill set and clothing line. The shop is open only by appointment.

For all your caftan needs—the effortlessly stylish uniform of summer—the team at Tacchi Dadi e Datteri has you covered. Breezy linen dresses form the heart of their offerings, but you'll also find breathable button-downs, men's seersucker swim trunks, and colorful alpargatas that are Sicily's chic answer to Tom's slip-ons. There are also branches in Filicudi and Stromboli.

First opened in 2019, this Catanesi-owned shop and clothing line embraces body positivity. So much so, they abandoned all traditional sizes and instead offer five unique fits. Constructed with an eye on sustainability, the clothes are made of all natural, vegetal fabrics. And the owners work with local women artisans to highlight their handcrafted accessory wares (like necklaces and purses) within the shop.