If money were no object, it would not be hard to be chic and trendy in Bologna – inspiration is everywhere. But doing so on a budget takes talent, or perhaps just knowing where to go to find the best fashion deals. Outlets, known as spacci, are shops that sell merchandise from past seasons or items that haven’t sold well in regular stores.
Castel Guelfo Outlets
via del Commercio 4/2
Castel Guelfo di Bologna
www.castel-guelfo.thestyleoutlets.it
A large outlet mall with many stores carrying clothing, housewares and furniture.
Fashion Outlet
via Emilia 73
Anzola dell’Emilia
www.fashionoutlet.it
Single warehouse with fashions divided by brands, avoid Sundays. Online shopping available too.
Sotto Sotto
via Reno 7/2
Casalecchio di Reno
www.sottosotto.it
A large outlet store carrying a good selection of brand name designer clothing.
WP Outlet (Woolrich)
via Nuova 21/d
Cadriano
www.wplavori.com
Fashion Market
viale de Gasperi 44
Bologna
www.it.fashion-market.it