Milan is a city of romance and innovation. It has the great works of art and much of the classic old-world beauty that other Italian cities do, but it's also modern and exciting. As Italy's fashion Mecca, it is home to some of the best tailors and designers, and the most fashion-forward citizens in the world. The cross-pollination of classicism and modernity manifests not only in sartorial style, but in architecture and cuisine as well. Milan is a true aesthete's city.

THE SARTORIALIST, Scott Schuman.

When you fly to Milan from somewhere else in Europe, you should fly into Linate. It's much closer to the city.

The first place I go when I arrive in Milan is always the corner of Via Montenapoleone and Via Sant Andrea to see the real heart of the Italian fashion neighborhood.

When I go to Milan I rarely eat pasta—or pizza. Instead, it's a chance to really explore the variety of Italian food.