Certainly, there are places which surpass all clichés, and if Italy has one (or two or three) that is, I can safely say, that it´s a country of fine clothing and the best taste. From artisanal shoes to silk ties as well as impeccable suits, so that the dandy who likes himself (also appropriate for whoever wants to initiate himself in elegance), has to drop by the excellent Italian shops to fill his wardrobe.
If, also, you can acquire the services of a good tailor, you don´t even need a good physique because these clothes are made so well and will feel so good that you will show off your great body even if you don´t have it (if you do, all the better). In Venice, in a place far from the most visited areas, Francesco has his own workshop where the elegant man will be able to get tailor-made suits for all occasions. If the traveller prefers a more sporty look, he can also go for one of Francesco´s luxury complements which he sells at his workshop.
Although it´s not well known for it, the City of the Canals is a good destination for all types of shopping (from crafts to artistic objects as well as clothes and complements). The best thing to do is to book one of the excellent apartments in Venice and stay there for at least a week, so you´ll have time to visit many shops in the city.