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Tyler Ellis Shares Florence Art and Culture Recommendations

cultural-heritage · 2026-03-19

American handbag designer Tyler Ellis, daughter of fashion designer Perry Ellis, discusses her relocation from Los Angeles to Florence, Italy, where she has maintained an atelier for a decade. She highlights Florence's artisan culture as inspiration for her accessories, favored by celebrities like Rihanna and Margot Robbie. Ellis recommends art venues including Palazzo Strozzi, currently hosting 'Rothko in Florence' from March 14 to August 23, and mentions the Pitti Palace, Boboli Gardens, and Santo Spirito church. She also suggests dining spots, boutique hotels, and day trips to Tuscan wineries.

Key facts

  • Tyler Ellis moved her family from Los Angeles to Florence, Italy.
  • She has operated an atelier in Florence for ten years.
  • Palazzo Strozzi is presenting 'Rothko in Florence' from March 14 to August 23.
  • Ellis recommends art sites like Pitti Palace, Boboli Gardens, and Santo Spirito.
  • She suggests day trips to wineries such as Antinori and Castello di Volpaia.

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Artists

Institutions

  • Palazzo Strozzi
  • Pitti Palace
  • Boboli Gardens
  • Santo Spirito
  • Santa Monaca Church

Locations

  • Florence
  • Italy
  • Los Angeles
  • Milan
  • Rome
  • Fiesole
  • Chianti
  • Tuscany

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