These 5 most luxurious Parisian department stores have the most fairy tale-like “Vitrine”, French for window shopping. The famous book Au Bonheur des Dames, written in the 19th century, was influenced by one of them – which became a moving picture. Until then, women were sort of sequestrated at home and not allowed to go out unless accompanied by a chaperone. Also, department stores gave them a reason to get out of the house, meet other women, and today earn the title of the final decision maker of household purchases. Before that, you could not enter a shop and just browse, you were expected to buy. Also, they were the first to have fixed prices, whereby prices were “à la tête du client” French for the client’s look.
Galerie Lafayette
When you enter this exquisite place, you can have a 360-degree view of the whole place, mind-blowing right? Imagine going to Macy’s and having a view of the men’s, women’s, kids’, accessories, bedding, and furniture departments all at once!
Why you should visit
You can find 3500 brands from around the world and 25 restaurants. To say that they’re serious about your happiness and have what you desire is an understatement.
What?
The luxury department has close to 200 brands including major fashion houses and new designers showcasing their latest fashion and accessories. Visit the first floor of Lafayette coupole for exclusive accessories and bags made in France of exotic and rare leather, such as alligator, crocodile, python, ostrich, and lizard.
Try the brunch at Galerie Lafayette restaurants on Sundays. Shop for the latest high-tech gifts from around the world at the LICK 2.0 boutique.
Where? 40 Boulevard Haussmann, Paris, 75009
Au Bon Marché
The very first department store in Paris, created by Aristide Boucicaut in 1852. Likewise, known for fashion, furniture, and even fine grocery “ à la française”.
Why you should visit: In spite of carrying multiple brands of fashion for your wardrobe, home, and fine grocery, it also has a bookstore, a stationer’s shop, and will appeal to lovers of fine and rare sound and image technology, for example, a vintage Polaroid.
What? Find luxury and exclusive timepiece and jeweler and fashion boutiques like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Piaget, Rolex, Cartier, Chaumet Paris, and Poiray Paris…
Shop for French, English, American, Italian, Asian, and Indian fine groceries in one place. Thirsty? Quench your thirst at their brasserie situated on the first floor with exceptional bottled waters from the whole wide world, surprising cocktails, and rare beers.
And finally visit hundreds of French wines at their “Cave” French for cellar, before going to the vineyards.
Where?
24 Rue de Sèvres, Paris, 75007
Printemps
Classified historic monument, dedicated to luxe, fashion, glamour, and dreams. Consequently, their main focus is being at the forefront of Parisian chic fashion.
Why you should visit
Two locations:
It comes with (1) one million recommendations and more than 300 brands sold exclusively by the Printemps. They have dedicated an entire floor to shoes. If you have “une petite faim”, French for a need for a snack, you’ll find a food hall with 10 of the most remarkable French grocery brands and luxe gastronomy.
-Louvre
Located amid magnificent scenery, you will find the finest luxury and beauty brands here. Greatest expert brands of watch and jewelry. Visit the unique souvenir space for Printemp Louvre fashion and accessories.
What?
– Boulevard Haussmann
French and international designer clothing and shoe brands await you in this breathtaking historic shopping site. You’ll not be disappointed!
-Louvre
Find exclusive and beautiful pieces of watches and jewelry, such as Hermes, Hublot, Baume & Mercier, Chopard Longines, Rolex…
Dine in Morocco without leaving France at the Salam restaurant, or Spain at the restaurant Mira, or the richness of French cuisine at the restaurant Beaudevin. Also, find La Maison du Chocolat, which has the most exotic and exquisite chocolate I’ve ever tasted.
Where?
(2) Two locations:
64 Boulevard Haussman, Paris, 75009 and Carrousel du louvre, 99 Rue de Rivoli, Paris, 75001
La Samaritaine
Circa 1860, la Samaritaine used to be a lingerie store, then a brasserie, and then a department store. Even though La Samaritaine is closed at the moment, you can marvel at its project of reconstruction and everything it will be once it reopens to the public.
Why you should visit?
You can expect a department store dedicated to the French savoir-faire, a prestigious hotel, an amazing restaurant, a brasserie, cafes, offices, apartments, and even a preschool.
Where?
La Maison du projet at 1 Rue du Pont-neuf, Paris.
BHV
Located near the famous « Notre Dame » church. You can enjoy a cocktail on their famous rooftop, and devour one of the most beautiful Paris views. Their focus is Paris lifestyle.
Why you should visit
Who says monsieur doesn’t deserve a little self-care? Yes, this place has a five-story building next door dedicated exclusively to men’s fashion luxury. Furthermore, the main store is dedicated to culture, home furniture, and DIY fans. You’ll definitely find the perfect gift for your man.
Enjoy delicious French pastries, coffee, traditional Japanese cuisine, and the Paris Tokyo tearoom with truffle-refined dishes.
What: Anything for the special men in your life.
Where
52 Rue de Rivoli, Paris, 75004
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