Penny Lane Shop

San Polo & Santa Croce


A magnet for local students and tourists looking for something out of the ordinary, this delightful unisex clothing store stocks unusual labels, with a focus on fun prints and Nepalese and Indian fabrics. There's also a small but interesting vintage section, including shoes and bags.


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