What are some good stores to shop at in Paris France?

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cronos

No, I would definitely not recommend H&M or C&A as the previous answerer did. These are international clothing chains. If you're shopping in Paris you're probably not going to want to buy the same clothes that are being sold in dozens of countries. If you're going to Paris, buy Parisian. There are 3 main department stores in Paris: the Galeries Lafayette, Printemps (both on Boulevard Haussmann), and Le Bon MarchÃ© (which is regarded as the first department store in the world.

Printemps and Lafayette are in close proximity to one another and many other stores on the boulevard so shopping there will be much less tiring for you. The downside is that both of these department stores become filled with countless tourists during peak hours and it can become slightly overwhelming. Le Bon MarchÃ© is farther away, on the rue de SÃ¨vres, in Paris' Rive Gauche (left Bank). It is nevertheless worth a visit. There are never-before-seen discounts at these department stores at the moment, and these will feature items ranging from unknown Parisian labels to high-end items. If you're not interested whatsoever in their selection of upscale merchandise, then you will be left satisfied with their selection of medium priced clothing and items. The most important thing is that you buy Parisian, otherwise there's no point in shopping in Paris, as you could be shopping through the same items in New York; so basically just try your best to avoid chain stores. If you're in the mood for exploring then you might check out the Marais district (primarily on the Rue des Francs-Bourgeois, Place des Vosges, Rue de Turenne, and Rue des Rosiers) where you will find eclectic and unique items. This area is also known for its wide variety of quality vintage clothing stores. I have yet to wander through Les Puces (Paris' flea market) in Saint-Ouen, Seine-Saint-Denis (on the outskirts of Paris). The flea market has been around since the 18th century and is usually highly recommended if you're looking for something unique or oddball. It is also famous for its rows and rows of vintage clothing. If you're in an adventurous mood, give it a try. Best of luck.

iain.brennan

you habe to come and cheack for yourself, there are many alot expensive like chaner and yves saint laurent but then you have rue de rivoli that has cheaper stores like sara H+M and mango etc.

la vita e bella

Galleries Lafayette is really nice and my husband and I both got nice coats there.

fersitf

every where :-p lol actually i just went to paris in the winter :)
we just walked around and window shopped... very fun and then we just went into the stores.. you can always find shopping :)

KosherThis

The only store that I can remember going to in 2001, was the H&M store at the Galerie Marchande Passage Provence (96 rue Provence) in Paris.

I bought a couple of Braxton jeans. The store is a medium priced to high end department store.

Or you can go to the C&A store at 49, Boulevard Haussman in Paris. They have good quality clothes and very competitive prices.

But please keep in mind, there are hundreds of little fashion boutiques that are extremely reasonably priced. Plus you can find one-of-a-kind clothing from the locals.
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PS: Yes, Cronos is correct about H&M and C&M being chain department stores. But you were looking for something that is not expensive.

But if you go through Printemps and Layfeyette, just by walking around in those beautifully, luxurious and extravagantly built shopping buildings filled with designer and couture clothing, you would go broke $$$$. The retailers have to pay their rent there.

Stick with the little neighbor boutiques to find something unique for yourself and friends or shop at the department stores.

You make the decision and have fun.

Good Luck.

Douglas S

Just go, and use the advertising there to assist you.
Printemps is nice and easy to find, but what if my memory is skewed?
Trust yourself, read through the paper, find the things you're interested in, and enjoy!
A large part of the happiness you derive will be from 'discovery', so go discover!
C'mon, you know that's the best route anyway, who wants pre-digested "safe" opinions when traveling? Besides, you may discover the perfect little _____ at a small shop not far from Notre Dame or Montparnasse that sold you this exquisite???? for only XXX Euros!

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