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Unique in its kind in Brest, this concept store, located a stone's throw from the Saint-Louis halls, aims to delight your daily life and create a world of poetry around the child. There is no doubt that you will find in this colourful and poetic universe original ideas for young and old. You will find by theme, but also for interior decoration, materials for your creative hobbies, gift ideas for births, accessories both useful and full of fantasy. This small shop opens the doors of a universe that is at once vintage, bohemian and playful. A little happiness at hand! A shop to discover with pleasure and curiosity.

From Breizh is an eco-responsible concept store, a real surprise case. This is definitely the place you've been looking for. You will find fantastic gift ideas to offer when you return. The inspirers of this place favor short circuits and are attentive to the social and ecological responsibility of their suppliers. It is also here that you will discover these wonderful vintage posters, inspired by the landscapes of Brittany, created by Raphaële Guillevic under the brand Hortense.

This store, located above the Tanguy Tower, near the Recouvrance bridge, has specialized in the sale of military items since 1938. It equips the French Navy and merchant navy, the Maritime Affairs and port officers, and also offers the fitting of military stripes, medals and badges. At Col Bleu, you will find many accessories and various objects to bring back as a souvenir: bachis with red pompom, marinières, vareuses, ties with marine motifs, barometers, bells, watches, etc. And between two shelves, you will even find clothes for children and babies! Many people find gifts among the brand name and quality clothing.

Located in the heart of downtown Brest, this colorful designer boutique, formerly known as Tête de Poulpe, opened its doors 8 years ago on rue Boussingault. Its green façade is an irresistible eye-catcher. Inside, the decoration and the many creations make this a place not to be missed. If you're looking for unique, handmade gifts, you've come to the right place! Here, some sixty designers, 100% made in France, offer jewelry, accessories, clothing and decorative objects of all kinds, all happily side by side in a convivial setting. Futé : Amak is the ideal place for your birth gifts, not forgetting moms.

More than 10,000 items (food, cosmetics and clothing) are waiting for you. Products from Brittany and around the world, there's something for every taste and budget. Opposite the spirits section, with whiskies from all over the world, Breton beers and ciders, the grocery store offers a selection of Breton brands, ideal for putting together your gourmet basket. You'll also find West Indian products and an impressive selection of rums. An excellent address for tourists in search of Breton souvenirs and for Brest locals eager to discover new things.

This establishment is as nice inside as it is outside! At Zazou, you go on a trip when you walk down the aisles of this pretty, cheerful and colourful shop, accompanied by a sparkling and friendly team. In the middle of tableware and decorative items, you will find many women's clothes in original, creative or graphic brands such as Zoé la Fée, Bla, Bla, King Louie, La fiancée du Mékong, etc., as well as designer jewellery, bags and other accessories essential for anyone wishing to put a little fantasy into their daily lives. Say goodbye to the grayness, go to Zazou's!

The Celtic bookshop is housed in a house that's well worth a visit in itself. This former weaver's house, located right next to the church, is a must-see. To reach the bookshop, which is on the^2nd floor, you climb an imposing stone staircase. At the top, you'll discover an original decor featuring old sardine cans and other preserves, antique tools and unusual objects... The bookshop is dedicated to everything that makes up historic and contemporary Brittany (literature, tourism, fine arts, culture, heritage, cuisine, children's books, etc.), to the Celtic world and its legends, through books, comics, CDs...

This store welcomes both seafarers and holidaymakers. You will find here fishing equipment but also marine decoration as well as souvenirs… Not to mention the marine clothes of big brands such as Guy Cotten, Royal Sea, Saint James and many others. Among other things: striped t-shirt, wool sweaters, pea jacket… We're sure to find here what to perfect our Breton look! The plus the competence and very nice welcome from the staff.

Tilt, a little nugget at the bottom of Siam opened in 2014, is Brest's first associative boutique. Some fifteen local Finistère artisan-creators see their pieces put up for sale in this space, and you'll be able to find a variety of pieces, but always handmade and in limited series. Items range from home decor to textiles (adult, baby and nursery clothing), jewelry and leather goods, not forgetting cosmetics (soaps, body products) and artistic objects such as ceramics and illustrations. As you can see, the hardest part will be not buying everything!

In 1938 Bonneteries d'Armor was created and later on became very successful since the end of the 50s with the famous navy sweater and striped jersey Today the company produces and markets 4 different brands: " Armor-Lux" for all marine clothes and undergarments, "Terre et Meré" dedicated to women rather " branchées", " Bermudas" for garments inspired by water sports and " Armor kids" for children. With values (quality, innovation and ethics), the brand has won many hearts. And, in 2005 the Max Havelaar cotton center was created to implant sustainable development. A 1,500 m² shop in which some production machines are constantly exhibited is located next to the factory. Apart from new collections of clothes, this shop offers regional products, decoration items, textile and François le Villec items. By the car park an Armor Lux clearance center, located in a large warehouse is available. Here, discounts are offered. Without forgetting the two braderie sales from the end of November and early May…

Appreciated for the quality of its clothes, but also for its know-how and its marine connotation, it is part of the Breton identity and heritage. Two Armor-Lux stores are located in Brest, one in the rue de Siam, the other in the Kergaradec area. Both offer the different collections of the brand: sailors, as well as oilskins, coats, dresses, scarves, pants, hats, sweaters and other striped vests... The clothes are adapted to the city and the seaside and tend to modernize the famous stripes every year.

You'll easily recognize its green storefront, reminiscent of Ireland! Founded in Brest in 1987, this is the second-largest whisky cellar in France, and a must-see in the city. It's a store with a warm ambience, offering a multitude of products from Irish and English cultures. You'll find everything from cakes, marmalades and toffees to cuddly toys, mugs, posters, jewelry and warm, comforting clothing. And let's not forget the impressive shelves of teas, whiskies and beers: enthusiasts will tell you, the store is bursting with little wonders! A word of advice: let yourself be seduced by this immobile journey! See you soon!

If the knit striped and sailor sweater made the success of the brand, the company now produces and sells four brands, "Armor-Lux" for underwear and marine style clothing "sea and land" dedicated to quite trendy women, "Bermudes" for protective clothing and sportswear and "Armor kids" for children. Identity and quality, the brand has never deviated from these two characteristics, the concern for sustainable development joins the other two. Next to its own creations, the shop also offers other selections - local products, decoration, tableware - elected based on four criteria: Breton, quality, upscale at affordable prices. And for those who have no interest for shopping, you have a relaxation area is at your disposal.

Ideal for all lovers of nature, the brand has many celebrities, beginners or confirmed. A reference in terms of relaxation and well-being, this boutique puts us in the atmosphere barely the threshold, thanks to its music and its relaxing smells… We are quickly transported into a world of discoveries and nature, and we move towards incense and other candles. Then, by strolling in the store, you stop in front of the music and bookshop radius (advice on gardening, information on astronomy, massage practices…), but also the walking radius with compasses, dynamo lamps, GPS, binoculars, hats… Not to mention barometers and various objects linked to weather. Nature and Discoveries also offer jewellery, cosmetics, tea and teapots. At the bottom of the shop, a childcare radius is also present, with many games and toys, both for awakening and learning.

Here is a large choice of perfumes, tobacco and various zero-rated products for travellers outside Europe.

Created in 1936 by Mrs. Minor, this real family institution has senn more than three generations. Generations who, each time, get busy to renew Breton Popular Arts by embroidery. Le Minol, synonymous to culture and tradition in the art of embroidery, has, due to its collaborations with talented artists - Toulhoat, Rene- Yves Creston, Mathurin Méheut, Nelly Rodi, Gwen le Gac… - created new articles decorated in art ready-made art. In the shop a whole range of household linen of Bigouden inspiration is available, table-cloths, table runners, aprons… Without forgetting Le Minor, Royal Mer and Mer de Misaine clothes, filled with beautiful beddings!

The shop of Les Mordus has been renovated, you will find a sharp selection of the Brest and Finistère creations! About fifteen designers take turns in this atypical space to present their universes to you: silver jewellery, restored vintage furniture, soaps and cosmetics, natural photographs, crochet objects, clothing, lamps, paintings, illustrations, engravings... The site also has an art gallery, Louise's gallery, where local artists are showcased. Upstairs, the boutique houses Louis' workshops, a creative co-working space where artists and creators meet to create, invent and exchange.

At Tante Gaby, you'll find everything from ready-to-wear to delicatessen, fashion accessories to home decor, not forgetting the unusual and original objects that populate the boutique. What do all these products have in common? They're all 100% made in France, and some are even made in Brittany! The concept-store has selected exclusively French brands that produce locally, and are recognized for their know-how, values and eco-responsible practices. A truly committed approach that allows you to treat yourself while discovering and supporting young designers and companies, and that invites you to consume less, perhaps, but better!