Pitti Uomo, the beating heart of men’s fashion, makes Florence even more worth a visit in this second week of January. Italians are already synonymous with elegance, but at Pitti, as connoisseurs call it, we experience something close to the divine. The fair attracts visitors from all over the world, who are inevitably on the lookout for a place to stay, yet Italian hotels can turn out to be a rather unpleasant surprise. The Dimora Palanca, however, is a charming house with a lovely garden courtyard, carefully restored and offering a delightful stay. This former family home and artists’ residence is equipped with a surprisingly sophisticated cuisine, speaking for the establishment’s aim to stand out from its competitors. Located on the banks of the Arno, it enjoys a beautiful light that will give you the feeling of watching the sky set ablaze.