Diesel Jeans

Not a lot of people know it, but Diesel was actually born here in Venice. The cramped, cupboard-sized flagship store near the Rialto bridge looks a littled dated in the light of the label's subsequent worldwide exposure, but is still a firm favourite with young Venetians. Prices are slightly lower than at home, and if you dare to disturb the staff from their sunbathing session in the street outside you could actually walk out with a bargain.

Hanny

Hanny - a fresh name in the music scene in Cuba, comes from the 'old school' of Soneros Cubanos, but but brings a contemporary feel to the rhythms and comes out sounding brand-new. He is so cool, he is definitely joining our Tips for stayin cool list. Yeah, he's that cool...