Feb 2011 (annual) Renoir Cafe
On Valentine's Day, the Renoir Cafe in Milan attracts a loved-up public with specially organised themed dinners. A personalised service allows visitors to dress up in court costumes and tie the knot in symbolic wedding ceremonies. More
Sep 2010 (annual) Fiera Milano
The Fiera Milano hosts Macef, Milan's biggest international trade event for homeware and design. It offers plenty of new ideas in five key sectors, from Home Decoration and Textiles to Jewellery and Fashion Accessories, tickling the fancies of the design-conscious. More
18 - 21 Jun 2010 (annual) Fieramilanocity
Fashion capital Milan organises Si SposaItalia, a bridalwear show held at Fieramilanocity. Breakfasts hosted by top designers, catwalk shows and a gala evening provide ample opportunities to network and pick up the styles for the coming year. More
10 - 12 Sep 2010 (various dates) Parco Esposizioni Novegro
The quality-controlled Brocantage is an antiques fair at the Parco Esposizioni Novegro in Milan. It is full of interesting old things, and certainly worth browsing for those with a streak of curiosity or collector's mania. More
Sep 2010 (annual) Fiera Milano
Costume jewellery show Bijoux provides the style-conscious Milanese with the perfect opportunity to find that all-important accessory to accompany their latest designer outfit. Around 100 exhibitors at the Fiera Milano offer everything from classic silver pieces to ethnic designs. More
Mar 2011 (annual) Fieramilanocity
Promoting textile creativity, PatchMed is a Mediterranean patchwork and quilting expo held at Milan's Fieramilanocity. It offers labs and courses with new techniques and ideas in everything from painting and decorating to modelling. More
22 - 29 Sep 2010 (various dates) Milano Fashion Center
Recently extended to include an increasing number of catwalk shows, Milan Fashion Week reinforces the city's importance in the global fashion industry. Hot new styles are sent down the catwalk twice a year at the Milano Fashion Center. More
30 May 2010 (monthly) Antiques Market
This Antiques Market stretches along the canal in Navigli for about two kilometres. Over 400 merchants set up stalls, while quality controls ensure merchandise is in good condition. Practise your haggling by picking up anything from furniture to postage stamps. More
On Valentine's Day, the Renoir Cafe in Milan attracts a loved-up public with specially organised themed dinners. A personalised service allows visitors to dress up in court costumes and tie the knot in symbolic wedding ceremonies. 
Fashion capital Milan organises Si SposaItalia, a bridalwear show held at Fieramilanocity. Breakfasts hosted by top designers, catwalk shows and a gala evening provide ample opportunities to network and pick up the styles for the coming year. 
Recently extended to include an increasing number of catwalk shows, Milan Fashion Week reinforces the city's importance in the global fashion industry. Hot new styles are sent down the catwalk twice a year at the Milano Fashion Center. 
