SZE TIONG

The Slow Fashion Advocate

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  • I live in Milan
  • I speak English, Italiano, 中文
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 7 hours

Hi there! Nice to meet you

Curiosity opens doors to magical discoveries.

I'm the founder of a slow-fashion and lifestyle label, 72Smalldive, an executive trainer, and the author of "Cultural Kingmaker's Guide to Building a Work Oasis."

My passion for connecting the dots inspired me to create Withlocals' Treasures of Milan Fashion & Design Tour.

If you've just arrived in Milan and want to truly experience this beautiful city, I'd be delighted to create a personalized tour for you, sharing how Milan's social history has shaped its distinctive fashion style and how to live like a true Milanese.

I offer and also prefer to run personalized tours on the following topics:

Fashion & Design

- Italian & Milan Fashion History,

- Italian Ready To Wear Design Philosophy

- Prada Introspective

- Armani Silos An Introspective.

Historical Highlights

From Early Renaissance to Cisapline

Architecture

- Villa Necchi

- Milan's Emergent Bourgeois Culture On Architecture

For more information on personalized tours & rates, please send a message.

Important Note for Summer Months: Due to potential closures of selected locations, it's preferable to contact me directly for a personalized tour instead of the standard Treasures of Milan Fashion & Design or Milan Highlights tour.

I also offer other lifestyle services, such as Ladybug Personal Style Discovery (available live or online) and Pre-Departure Tour Preparation (online), for those who prefer to explore Milan independently.

  • I live in Milan
  • I speak English, Italiano, 中文
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 7 hours

Book one of my offers in Milan

Let's explore Milan together! As your local guide, I'll show you the best of Milan on a private & personalized tour for you.

Did you know that I can personalize your experience?

All Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs. Just let me know your preferences for a private and personalized experience!

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Reviews

nmqy8gfyxn
7 July 2025
He was super easy going, relax , open and fun !! We really enjoyed our tour ! Thank you for all the recommendations! 🫶🇮🇹
Anthony
16 June 2025
Thank you Mr Sze for the lovely tour of Milan. You were very friendly and knowledgeable of the history of Italian fashion. I enjoyed your use of local boutiques to visualize the process of Italian tailoring and its uniqueness. Although I unfortunately did not have much more time in Milan, I appreciated the many recommendations for additional places to visit and will keep them in mind for the future. Your tour felt personal and considerate of my specified interest, and you showed a genuine effort to connect with me as a person. I wish you success in your endeavors in Italy and hope to visit Milan again in the future. Grazie!Milan tour
Jade
7 June 2025
You can tell that fashion is Sze's passion. He was able to bring together history, art, and architecture together to contextualize the journey of how Milan became so pivotal to fashion. With Sze's knowledge, you learn how to recognize quality beyond just brands. It's also worth noting how pleasant and flexible and pleasant Sze is. We customized our tour by adding Villa Necchi and Sze was even able to provide the tour in Mandarin to accommodate my parents! A MUST-DO TOUR!
Rocio
21 April 2025
woopearly
18 March 2025
Sze was fantastic! His deep knowledge, passion, and friendly demeanor made the tour unforgettable. He tailored the experience to our interests, shared fascinating stories, and gave great local recommendations. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a personal and engaging tour! Amazing Guide, Unforgettable Tour!
Nicholas
5 January 2025
An exceptional tour in Milan led by a knowledgeable and relatable guide who skillfully connected the city's rich history with its vibrant culture, particularly its iconic fashion scene. Sze's engaging storytelling and personalized approach made the experience memorable and inclusive, leaving my family with a deeper appreciation for Milan. Highly recommended! A memorable tour in Milan!
Abdul
18 October 2024
I recently had the pleasure of taking a private walking tour of Milan with Sze, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Over three fascinating hours, Sze shared his extensive knowledge of Milan's rich history, including the wars that shaped the city and the architectural contradictions that make it so unique. What truly set this tour apart was Sze's ability to connect the city's history to its modern culture, particularly its renowned fashion scene. His insights helped me understand not only the architecture but also the social fabric of Milan, making the tour both educational and engaging. Sze is incredibly knowledgeable and well-traveled, allowing him to connect with diverse cultures effortlessly. He tailored the tour to my interests and was flexible with my requests, ensuring a personalized experience that exceeded my expectations. As an added bonus, Sze, being a transformational leadership coach, shared valuable business tips that I found incredibly helpful. His passion for Milan and dedication to his craft made this tour a highlight of my trip. If you're looking for an insightful, customized tour with a guide who truly knows Milan, I highly recommend booking a tour with Sze. It will be an experience you won't forget! An Unforgettable Tour with Sze in Milan
Aniela
13 October 2024
Sze was an amazing guide, who gave us all lots of interesting information about Milan. The theme was fashion and Sze made the tour even more interesting through connections to architecture and history. Thanks a lot Sze
Kim
16 September 2024
Sze is an amazing host and tour guide. He customized our experience to our interests. He clearly put a lot of thought and effort into the tour. We had high expectations and he far exceeded them! We definitely recommend Sze. He knows fashion and is so friendly and fun to be with. The best tour EVER!
Olesya
1 August 2024
I had a fantastic experience with Sze Tiong. He is a courteous, highly educated, and knowledgeable individual who shared many interesting facts with me and organized an incredibly fascinating tour of the fashion district and some historical attractions. He is a wise and tranquil person with great intelligence who made my tour very engaging and inspired me to learn more about the city.City tour with a fashion twist

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