The best fashion and gift stores Paris

No need to dwell on the growing success of cycling in Paris. And the success goes hand in hand with new concepts, among which the one of Steel Cyclewear! Indeed, this rather upscale place not only offers accessories and clothes for the cycling enthusiasts, but is also a café, where you can drink excellent coffees while chatting with other cycling enthusiasts - bobo trend. A lot of rare accessories found elsewhere, and a very cosy atmosphere, far from the atmosphere of repair shops.

We love it! His real name is Vincent Sardon, a character with a strong character who became a tampographer later on. What is it about? Quite simply - well, simply, it's quickly said - the creation of stamps, in the purest tradition, with rubber and company. In addition to the undeniable quality, it is also the originality of the messages which makes that, frankly, one remains stuck. It's funny, often corrosive, and the messages passed through these few drops of ink are so funny that we let you visit the website, or the store, to get an idea! Excellent gift idea, Mr. Sardon's stamps are little wonders - unmissable!

Founded in 1831, it houses a museum with a collection of fossils, insects and stuffed animals. Deyrolle offers nature enthusiasts collections of insects, shells and stuffed animals, as well as teaching materials for the natural sciences. It's also possible to buy old teaching boards, books and other objects from the Deyrolle world. An exceptional place, a captivating and enchanting museum, where you can discover a wide variety of naturalized animals.

It's been over 30 years since Le Comptoir Irlandais opened its doors to offer us the best of Ireland and more, from scarves and kilts pins to stylish cardigans, beautiful sweaters, Harris tweed caps, T-shirts, sweatshirts and accessories in Irish colors like shamrock socks! But that's not all, and connoisseurs will appreciate the range of whiskies, gins, beers, rums and teas on offer, as well as a variety of delicacies such as lemon curd and cool objects like the Glencairn Mixer glass.

We love it. Admittedly, the prices are high and the products are aimed primarily at a tourist clientele, but who cares? The opportunity to take home a little piece of the legendary Moulin Rouge is just too good. We love the spectacular jewelry sets at prices that can go through the roof, and the much more reasonable earrings. In addition to these glamorous creations, you'll find books, T-shirts, small decorative items... It's hard not to give in to the temptation to take home a souvenir!

Ready-to-wear, drinks, books, maps, language methods. You can find everything except beer at the counter of Ireland.

After creating the Appartement Sézane in the ^2nd arrondissement, the Morgane Sezalory opened its second address in Paris on Boulevard des Batignolles. On two floors, the self-service Sézane is a 400 m² concept store that looks like a big bazaar, but with elegant decoration, chic furniture and bright white walls, all decorated with pretty indoor plants. You will be able to buy both new and vintage items on the premises, ranging from clothes to furniture and jewellery. As a bonus, a touch-up service and a selection of original gifts: pouches, books, beauty products (Ouai, Nuddy, Veja brands...).

Ideal for your pets, starting of course with dogs and cats. In other words, coming here is a show for those who love animals, as they can feel that here they are really not in hostile territory. Toys, sleeping baskets, leashes, stuffed animals, sweets and clothes of good and less good taste (but the shop is not dependent on the masters' desires!), nothing is missing here. The boutique du marais, coupled with another physical store in Boulogne-Billancourt, also offers a very rich website for your online orders. It is simple and efficient, and delivery is fast. A good plan for your four-legged friends.

French Touche defines itself as a "gallery of touching objects". The owner, Valérie, is interested in lesser-known designers for whom she has fallen in love. All the objects she selects have a personality of their own: you'll find stickers with bird, butterfly or dandelion motifs, lighting fixtures with anemone motifs or hand-painted ceramics... We love the warm welcome and cheerful atmosphere in this boutique, where showcases are sometimes organized around the wooden piano.

You can propose your family to become "foster family" for this association, which trains dozens of dogs each year to accompany visually deficient people. Before being mature enough to follow their training, small labradors, German shepherds or golden Retriever need a host family. She is responsible for sociabiliser the puppy from 8 weeks to 1 year. The family of guardianship must be ready to take it everywhere with it to familiarise it with all sorts of situations. Not to mention the basic rules of courtesy or obedience, which must be values to the letter - do not go to the rooms, give the foot, report, etc. The puppy then integrates the school where, for six months, he learns to avoid obstacles, to look for pedestrian passages, to mark a stop on the edge of the sidewalk, to climb and descend the stairs… The family maintains contact with the school who informs him of all the progress of the dog and invites him to meet the blind person to whom he is intended. Welcoming and creating a young puppy is thus completely free. The food and veterinary costs are borne by the association. However, the selection criteria are precise and relatively strict: availability is the first criterion - habitat also counts. You can take a puppy in the apartment, provided you have a lift, the stairs being contrary to its natural walking. Note: every year, some puppies do not finish learning and will not be guides. It is therefore possible to adopt one of them.

The first dog park opened in Paris in January 2014. It's common practice across the Atlantic in the USA and Canada, but still a novelty for France. This garden has been specially laid out with hardy planting, a gate that opens from the inside and fine fencing, so that the animals are safe and none of them flee into the street. It must be said that dogs are free in this park and can play with others. However, they remain under their master's responsibility.

Caroline is a French champion and a world champion in high-level grooming teams... so you can entrust your four-legged friend to her with complete peace of mind. Hair removal, scissor cuts, makeovers... Caroline knows how to adapt each treatment to the needs and expectations of each breed. Never stingy with good advice, she takes this opportunity to talk to you about training, feeding and everything else that goes to make up your pet's daily life, which you can spruce up with a visit to Le Paradis Canin's small boutique.

Before being a bookshop, it is a place: under a magnificent glass roof, it is on the ^2nd floor that you will find this airy, vast space, conducive to wandering in your quest for beautiful books. The choice is vast, and covers what we call "fine books", especially those dedicated to the arts or travel for example. But the space also offers all the recent references in novels and other recent publications, the opportunity to welcome here many authors for autograph sessions. Finally, note that this showcase also welcomes, a few steps away, a beautiful stationery shop, with a pronounced taste for young and beautiful brands in this field.

Vega, the French brand of eco-friendly sneakers, welcomes you to its elegant 100 m² General Store. The brand is very concerned about the environment and the impact of discarded shoes on it, and has decided to repair them. Here, from Monday to Sunday, you can bring in your favorite pair of sneakers or shoes for a quick repair or a complete overhaul. And the price is degressive, depending on the number of pairs you bring in. You can also bring your clothes to be repaired, and you'll find responsible cleaning products.

Colorful Standard is a Danish brand of eco-responsible clothing, with its third Parisian address on rue Madame in the 6th arrondissement. Fans of responsible ready-to-wear and fashion victims alike will find something to satisfy their cravings for timeless pieces. The organic cotton T-shirts and sweatshirts on display, made in Portugal, are designed to last and stay in fashion, season after season. The models come in a wide range of colors and are affordable. A perfect combination of fashion and ecological conscience.

You don't have time to get your dog out of a lot of exercise? A Life Au Poil, under the good offices of Aurélie Ingrato, a specialist in behavioral education and rehabilitation, proposes to go looking for your sportsman to take him to take an hour and a half in the Bois de Vincennes or the forest of Meudon. This is an educational walk during which he will meet other dogs. He will learn basic orders to make the walk a privileged moment. It will work on a leash but will also benefit from moments of games to fend off.

Altermundis is a place to shop, of course, but here, items made in France or made in Europe are meaningful, ethical and, of course, designer. A pioneer in the field of responsible commerce, the brand has expanded and opened a dozen boutiques in Paris. Here, you can indulge in both pleasure and sustainable consumption. And it works! Of course, the rue de Lévis store is no exception to the rule, much to the delight of fans of beautiful, well-made and ethical objects. You'll find eco-design and green high-tech items, as well as gifts and favorites for the home, fashion, leisure and children!

The door next to Rob, Menstore is specialized in the Dvds and magazines X. And on this point, it probably is one of the busiest shops. Some accessories, gadgets and lubricants. Exclusive offers and a loyalty card are also available to guests. Catalogue on request and mail order.

Sex shop exclusively gay. A good choice of gadgets (dildos, suite, etc.), lubricants and condoms, aromas, leather accessories, bacs with promotional dvds, guides placed right in front of the cashier. Friendly and professional team. Located in the pedestrian area of the Lombards street, the blue terrace address has existed since 1988. A very wide choice of dvds with everything that is done as a French or foreign label. No less than three new rays. All major labels as well as new productions, distributed at the best prices. For all the accessories, it's like at BHV: we find everything!

Do you like the chic and elegant underneath? Darjeeling - 139 shops in France - 6 in Paris - was created in 1995 but benefits from the know-how of the Chantelle group to which it belongs. The models are characterized by elegance and refinement that are rare for an affordable lingerie brand. Here you find women's ensembles without vulgarity with comfortable, silky and sexy textiles. Colors are perfectly worked, just like patterns and lace. Quality at a nice price: less than 100 € for a set. Beautiful collection of pajamas, nuisettes, swimwear and accessories.

Luxe of luxury bags know Gucci well. The Italian brand offers bags made in beautiful leather (attention to price…) but also creations, a little cheaper, made in monogrammés fabrics. Small leather leather is also interesting. The price range is quite broad. During the balances, the house offers discounts on certain products. Maybe the opportunity to make a nice gift.

A veritable institution for modern and contemporary art, Galerie Jeanne Bucher Jaeger has a history spanning almost a century at the forefront of the avant-garde. Founded in 1925, it exhibited the great names of the ^20th century, such as Picasso, Miró and Kandinsky, before embracing the abstract, figurative and sculptural currents of the following decades. Now run by Véronique Jaeger, this Parisian family gallery remains a place for discovering emerging talent. It boasts a rich collection of archives, histories and landmark works, and constantly organizes monographic and thematic exhibitions for international museums.

On two levels, the well-known brand's vast premises offer thousands of literary references, making it the most important cultural products outlet in the area. True to its reputation, the store offers both new and used items, and the staff will be on hand to help you make the right choice. The store also offers other cultural references, starting with films and music, as well as a stationery section. Meetings with authors are organized on a regular basis.

Brigitte Bardot, the head of animal protection, created in 1986 his foundation for the respect of our comrades and feathers. It is legally involved in the case of abuse. It helps shelters. She organizes bail-outs and multiplies information campaigns in France and abroad. It also has an adoption service. More than 70 000 donors from 60 countries support this foundation.

David Strano creates beautiful portraits of animals. After practicing equestrian photography, he turned to dog and cat portraiture. You can feel his affection for animals in the care he gives to these portraits. The photographs can be taken in a studio in Crécy-la-Chapelle or Vincennes, or at the animal's home, anywhere in France. Portraits are printed on paper or canvas, aluminum or acrylic glass. So there's plenty of choice for a unique souvenir!

The Paris branch covers the whole of the Ile-de-France region, as well as the Oise, Haute-Normandie and Nord-Pas-de-Calais areas. It puts pet owners who are going on vacation and want to have their pets looked after at home in touch with trusted retirees to carry out this task, so that the house is watched over and the animals looked after in ideal conditions. Founded in 1988, the company has ten branches in France and one in Switzerland. Its services cover the whole of France and beyond. The method is simple: after registering, the agency selects the homesitters who are right for you. You receive them the day before your departure, so that your pets can get used to them, and you can leave with peace of mind!

A canine service but not only. With Gardicanin, your dog is at the center of a high-quality approach. A good solution and a happy alternative to the scourge of the loneliness of your pets. Accommodation, walk, visit, running… Gardicanin offers solutions adapted to the needs of all dogs and cats, whatever their age, size or character. The principle? Gardicanin has a network of over 60,000 foster families throughout France, ready to pamper, entertain, walk, caress the animals in their neighborhood. They are carefully chosen for their animal fiber and their seriousness. This dog-sitters and cat-sitters view their activity as paid pleasure and not as a work… The most: The Gardicanin Foundation supports aid associations in distress (A handful of cronies, 4 legs of love, Pet alert, Rottweiler adoption…).

The F.F.A.C., Fédération française des associations chiens d'aveugles, founded in 1972 and recognised of public utility as of 1981, gathers around France a dozen schools of blind guides, the National Association of Masters of Blind Guides (ANMCGA) and the national centre of livestock (CESECAH). In 2011, actor Richard Boringher supported this very respectable association.

Word of Dog is an association of animal mediation, that is, using spontaneous contact of the dog to recreate a link with isolated persons, in this case with seniors and persons with disabilities. It invites everyone who owns a well-educated, up-to-date and clean dog to visit hospitals, nursing homes and specialized establishments. After a 45-min test, it is determined whether the dog is balanced, social and voluntary. The volunteer and his dog are then assigned a visiting place near their home.

Since 1993, this union has brought together two former bodies, the union of urban practitioners and that of French practitioners. It aims to create the links and develop a common ethic. The participating veterinarians are reliable and committed professionals. For your companions, use the affiliated veterinarians to benefit from good care and good advice.

The six pillars of this cat school? The trapping of stray cats (to sterilize, not to euthanize, of course!), sterilization, tattoo, site remission and domiciliation (integration of shelters for cats on the site in a enclosure, this solution is seldom put in place because of volunteers for the maintenance of these cats for cats), feeding (the friends of the birds thanks them!), taking into account the cats that can be made to life and their adoption.

This foundation ensures a mission of protection and rescue of animals. It provides assistance to animals that have been mistreated, abandoned or have lost their masters through clinics, retirement homes and reception centres. The foundation has also set up an educational programme so that children can learn more about animals by visiting the educational farm at the Hameau de la Reine in Versailles: a way of raising awareness among the youngest.

Since September 2023, Belgian designer Marie Martens, has opened her first boutique in Paris, having already opened an address in Versailles and counting over thirty points of sale in France, Belgium and Switzerland. Established since 2014, the accessible luxury leather goods brand offers a wide selection of handbags, clutches, card holders and phone organizers that are made in France from high-quality leathers. This new boutique, in acidulous pink tones in a Californian spirit, reflects the brand's cheerful, colorful collections, such as the best-known, Boobs ("breasts" in English). The brand donates €1 per bag sold to an association.

The capital's one and only Franco-German bookshop, Le Neuvième Pays opened its doors at the beginning of November 2023 in the ^6th arrondissement. Sophie Semin welcomes you with an attractive catalog of 6,000 items, a third of which are dedicated to Goethe's language. Classics and world literature, in French and German, and bilingual editions are on offer, much to the delight of German-speaking readers who have been left on their own since the closure of specialized bookshops in recent years. Highly recommended.

Famous throughout the world, the Diptych Boutique was founded in 1961 by three friends from the world of fine arts and decoration. A elegance of calligraphy and drawing, subtlety of scents, Diptych candles have made the reputation of the house and come down here in about fifty herbaceous scents (basil, hay, ivy), floral (iris, jasmine, lily), alkaline (laurier, saffron, musk), woody (sandalwood, waxed, leather) or fruity (fig, orange). Chic: the 34 collection (for 34 boulevard Saint-Germain), the Parisian home of griffe. Other proposed line, that of fragrances for the body with mixed toilet waters. A Parisian address to know for all those who wish to give a little class to their apartment and character to their perfumes.

Although smaller than its parent store on rue de Rivoli, the Smith & Son Marais bookshop is still the ideal place to pick up the latest VO release, or a great classic of Anglo-Saxon literature. There's something here for every taste and theme, including magazines, and even a few stationery accessories for gift ideas. English-speaking readers will find what they're looking for in this intimate, well-stocked boutique. We also appreciate the good advice offered by the on-site booksellers.

Tout chien is a general-interest magazine dedicated to the dog world. It appears every two months on newsstands. Each issue covers a range of subjects: health, behavior, diet, education... and features a number of breeds. So you get a healthy, varied read, with articles validated by top veterinarians and behaviorists. Each issue is also an opportunity to discover a personality and his or her relationship with man's best friend. Finally, smart shopping suggestions and trends are detailed.

Renowned for its quality men's underwear, the Pétrone brand has opened its first boutique in the Sentier district. Behind the burgundy storefront, you'll find briefs, boxers and boxer shorts, as well as socks, t-shirts, innerwear and winter sweaters... All our garments are made in Portugal from soft, skin-friendly materials. Cotton, Tencel (made from wood pulp) and merino wool are used in their composition, guaranteeing comfort and durability. Each product is available in a wide range of colours.

This adorable haberdashery in the iconic Sacré-Coeur district is a treasure trove for lovers of sewing, fashion and the creative arts. Here, you'll discover a unique and inspiring selection of over 24,000 button references to suit every style and desire. From the simplest to the most unusual, from the classic to the most contemporary, you're sure to find the button or buttons you're looking for. Belt buckles and decorative pins are also worth a look, and you'll be greeted with a warm welcome.

Founded in 1890, Carhartt was specialized in the manufacture of robust work clothes. The house provided the combinations and overalls of the American railway workers. It was only ten years ago that the brand developed a line of streetwear clothing at the same time. Near the Bastille, the Carhartt boutique offers sweats, pants pants, retro rétro, eyelashes sweaters, shoes, sneakers and accessories. It's one of the favorite brands of skaters and amateurs of surfing.

La Librairie du Globe is a space dedicated to Russian culture in Paris. Founded over 80 years ago, this specialist bookshop offers a wide selection of literature, from poetry to philosophy, humanities and gastronomy. More than just a bookshop, it's a veritable voyage to the heart of Russia. It also offers a wide range of Russian language learning methods. Whether you're a novice or an initiate, you'll find everything you need to feed your curiosity and prepare for a future trip on the mythical Trans-Siberian Railway.

Shiseido, a leading cosmetic manufacturer in Japan, holds 30% of the Japanese market. On the international scene, the results are equally spectacular since the Japanese firm occupies 4 ^th world rank with turnover of 80   % in Asia. Today, this brand of more than a century is increasingly required in Europe by displaying a Japanese ideal, innovative for Western minds  : "   true beauty rests on harmony between body and mind. » Return to a success announced  !

In 1872, Fukuhara Yushin, a former Navy pharmacist founded in Tokyo, in the district of Ginza, the first Western-type pharmacy. As a good visionary, he introduced the first Western toothpaste in 1888; in 1897 it creates Eudermine water, a moisturizing serum, which is still marketed today… Success is blowing. The agency now lined with a space dedicated to beauty is the forced passage of all beautiful Tokyo. Shinzo, his son, after studying in the West, comes up with original concepts for Japan: it marks the beginnings of a range of beauty products such as rice powder, perfume cream… And above all, it launches unprecedented publicity campaigns in the country of the rising sun. Shiseido's philosophy is well seated: art and beauty are only one. In 1923 Shiseido became a chain in Japan but it was only in 1965 that the first stand opened in the West, in the United States. Paradoxically, the brand, which has inspired so much of European and American fashion to build an identity, succeeds in imposing on the international market by shaping a new idea of women, a joint between the East and the West. Shiseido woman is a modern woman, in agreement with her spirit and nature. For evidence, the very name of Shiseido, borrowed from a Chinese classic, Yi Jing would thus lead to  : «  Leased be the virtues of the earth, a source of new life and deep values…  » Since then Shiseido has been constantly renewing himself: in 1989, the first line of makeup came into being with fluid bottoms, red colours with natural colours, compact powder in a box that resembles a galet-polished roller by water and light and persistent mascaras; in 1993 a line of solar care is created; in 2000 it is the turning-point "   Skincare  " which gives a young person a shot in the mark with care for the face fighting the ageing of the skin while spreading delicious odors of white flowers; in 2008 with Benefiance Nutriperfect, the brand is aimed at women subject to hormonal changes. And finally, difficult not to talk about it, for you, Shiseido is one of the first brands to have been interested in the beauty of men by marketing as early as 2004 intelligent and efficient products such as total conditioner (one, anti-fatigue anti-fatigue  !) or toning lotion, a fresh moisturizer after shaving. 

Les Ateliers d'artistes de Belleville (AAB) brings together three hundreds of artists in the 10^th, 11^th, 19^th and 20th districts in Paris, in the heart of the working class area which they entertain. Open day's exhibitions which give you the opportunity to meet designers at home and discover their works in a relaxed atmosphere are organised every spring. Exhibitions are held in the AAB gallery, beautifully called Le dAdA de Belleville.

Le Merle Moqueur is a bookstore not to be missed in the ^20th arrondissement, a stone's throw from the iconic Père-Lachaise cemetery. Since its opening in 1999, this bookshop has kept its free and rebellious spirit: you will find in its shelves novels, essays, but also children's literature, science fiction... There is something for all tastes, for both regular and novice readers. Do not hesitate to ask for advice, or to consult the "Reading advice" on the website, as well as to attend the meetings in the bookshop.

It's a good deal that's gradually spreading throughout the capital, and we're not complaining - quite the contrary! Based on the recycling of vintage clothes and with an environmental approach, this chain offers a different way of consuming, and second-hand means more sustainable! What sets Kilo Shop apart from other thrift stores in the capital is that it sells by the kilo - as its name suggests - with the price per item determined by weight. This means you can leave the shop having frantically rummaged through the bins or selected one or two choice items.

For a long time, this bookshop was located in the heart of the Marais, before the owner wanted to take over the premises. After a period of uncertainty, this unique bookshop in the capital finally opted for a location in the 11th arrondissement. Les Mots à la Bouche is a bookstore dedicated to literature, comics and books about the LGBT community. If the selection is vast, it is in no way exclusive, and includes many other books. Finally, note that the place organizes regular meetings with the authors.

This huge 300 m² concept store is both very "Rive Gauche" and absolutely Bohemian, whatever, it is an important address in the area in which you will be seduced by clothes, bags, jewelleries, baby clothes, scarfs, belts etc. signed by best designers of ready-to-wear clothings.

It's hard to miss this huge Apple Store, and not to recognize that the apple brand has really put the package for its installation on the most beautiful avenue in the world! On six floors, you will of course be able to buy the company's products, from computers to phones, including tablets and numerous accessories (wireless headphones, anti-breakage protection films for screens, anti-shock protective covers for iPhone...), but you can also come and solve technical problems with your devices and have learning sessions. A real experience in itself that will particularly delight fans of the brand.

In the very heart of the Carrousel du Louvre, we believe you'll find one of the finest mineral boutiques in Paris. A family passion that has been going on for some fifty years. The showcases, rich in rough or rolled stones, meteorite fragments, fossils, amethyst geodes, necklaces, sculpted objects..., are truly bewitching, all at a wide range of prices. As a true connoisseur, Christophe, the very friendly owner, won't hesitate to advise you or identify the stones you own.