The best fashion and gift stores Loire

Founded in 1961, Librairie de Paris has just been voted ^22nd independent bookshop in France (according to Livre Hebdo 2020). Here, you'll find books of the moment, booksellers' favorites and the great classics. Among the countless references, absolutely every type of work is available: French literature, fine arts, children's books, school and university books, comics, mangas, comic books, craft books, foreign literature... Regional books remain the house specialty, with a wide selection of local historical books. The staff are passionate and knowledgeable, so don't hesitate to ask for advice or a little help in finding your item!

Opening in November 2022, this store is sure to delight fans of Les Verts! Take a nostalgic dip and revive memories of the Saint-Etienne team's glory days in this store dedicated to vintage soccer merchandise. ASSE jacket from 1980, supporter scarf, poncho from 1976, flags, megaphones, posters, Cake Rocher t-shirt, supporter horn from 1990! Don't fit into your old Les Verts jersey? The store can give it a second life by transforming it into a fashionable banana!

Good deals in the many factory shops or on the occasion of sales of factories, the big brands make you small prices, in loan-to-wear man, woman or child, mesh, linen linen, linen… Lucky visitors will discover products at unbeatable prices from 30% to 50% cheaper than in shop. Among the marks present: White, Azuleros, Eminence, Little Ear, Rose Apple, Lewinger Degriff, White Docks, Creastyl, Marcelle Griffon, Jolymousse…

We can't be better placed on People's square, Zara remains a quality shop in the ready-to-wear. On two levels, this store proposes to dress women (at first level) and children (at the second level) from head to foot! We actually find everything we need: t-shirts and shirts, sweaters, trousers, coats, accessories and even some shoes. In this large shop, in a large shop where the reception is pleasant, you can find fashion victims.

For all the stylish and elegant people of Saint-Etienne, this store is the right address! Whether you are looking for a suit, a shirt or shoes for a special occasion, a t-shirt, Bermuda shorts or jeans for everyday life, you will find a large choice in this store, with brands like Hugo Boss, JOTT or Diesel. Don Juan is located in the old Café de Lyon and has kept its decoration with a painted ceiling and staffs of amazing quality and beauty. An address that deserves to be discovered! Also to be found at the Cube in Andrézieux.

Passionate about museums, ethnographer and great travellers, this goldsmith, from Montbrison, links the universe of precious stones and metals with the history of art and science. A symbol architect, it assembles colours, treats the slightest detail, sculpts metal by hand to achieve perfection of harmony. After opening a superb boutique in Lyon, he recently created a third professor in Paris, Place Vendôme, next to the most prestigious brands. An exceptional artist.

This manufacturer of suspenders and belts in Villard, almost octogenarian, was taken over in 2021. The work is done in the workshop and at home for some seamstresses. The made in Loire is proudly claimed by its leaders. The quality of manufacture and finishing of the leathers and fabrics is a guarantee of durability. There are two ways to shop: on site or online. Note that customization, from 180 pieces, is possible.

Ecological, economical and often very stylish, second-hand is all the rage! Especially when it's done with taste, as Chloé Ronjat defends. "Ethical, urban and unique" is how the young woman describes her store. A breeze of youth and elegance blows through this simple boutique, where everything is selected with taste by a committed shopkeeper. The items are showcased by young models, demonstrating how elegant second-hand can be. A new boutique to discover!

The jewelers Philippe and Mathieu Tournaire offer amazing jewels. Philippe Tournaire, a passionate creator, combines metals and precious stones with science to offer jewelry with alchemical, architectural, romantic and antique connotations... In Paris, in Lyon, in Savigneux or on the online store, customers have the chance to discover and several possibilities to get the precious objects. As the new president of the company, Mathieu Tournaire unveiled in 2022 the new 300 m² showcase dedicated to the beautiful Tournaire objects.

Matins d'Avril is the story of a stylist, Claire Picard, mother of three daughters, who decided to create her own brand of delicate lingerie, designed in noble materials, from natural, organic and recycled fibers, offering a better comfort for the skin. The models are chic, ethical and poetic, 100% French, and combine know-how and high standards. Matins d'Avril offers refined lingerie, but more than a brand, it is above all a state of mind and a beautiful invitation to consume differently.

With a real willingness to act in favour of fair trade, Julie decided to create his own online store dedicated to the ethical and ecological fashion for children aged 0 to 8. Denouncing the inconvenience caused by the bad practices of the textile sector, particularly with regard to conventional cotton crops, this young girl full of ideas proposes a whole range of clothing, accessories and other doudous to fill your little protected in the way it is! The principle is simple, you consult and order one of the many products on the site. All these articles of gaieté and colour are made with natural materials and with respect for man and his environment. In addition, the great innovation of this project is based on setting up a repository that allows you to resell your items that have become too small. We love and ask, bravo Julie!

Located in the center of La Talaudière, Le Petit Salon Dorey is a retail outlet of the renowned jeweler whose manufacturing, repair and transformation workshop is located in Lorette. In a cosy space, Romain Pangaud, master craftsman jeweler, and his team offer a selection of precious jewelry and chic, modern and elegant costume pieces, with a bohemian touch and available for all budgets. In addition to their own creations, the store features French designers such as Ligérienne ceramist Margote, Simon & Simon pearls, Parisian parurier Philippe Ferrandis and the Gas bijoux brand. For a trendy piece of jewelry or a creation in your own image... unique!

Created by Carla Gonçalves, Felixidade is a unique concept store in Montbrison, acting both as a ready-to-wear and decoration boutique and as a tea room. With Felixidade, a word meaning "Happiness" in Portuguese, Carla has created a warm and friendly space around beautiful brands and homemade cupcakes. Quality articles, as many gift ideas, a nice decoration and a smiling manager, it is definitely an address to visit. Note the presence of a game corner for the youngest, well appreciated by the moms.

Music Maestro! Sainté Boogie Store sets the tone, welcoming you into its colorful vintage decor, where hundreds of vinyls and records are displayed. Florian Rollet is a local Stéphanois who has been passionate about music for many years. He sells rare items that he loves to unearth. The program features a wide range of styles and artists, from pop-rock to disco-funk to rap. Aretha Franklin, The Beatles, The Doors and Black Sabbath are all on the bill. Ideal for discovering new tunes or rediscovering favorite artists.

Direct et Culottée offers washable and reusable menstrual panties and pads. Made from organic hemp and cotton, the panties are available in 3 different models: panty, tanga and shorty. In addition to choosing the fit, you can select the absorption rate that corresponds to your flow, for both panties (light, medium and heavy) and disposable pads (day and night). Our discreet black panties range in sizes from 32 to 56, and are easy to wash by hand or machine.

The Centre-Deux shopping centre is located just a few tram stops from the city centre, between Bellevue and the university. It is a favourite meeting place for young people to spend an afternoon shopping and houses around fifty shops spread over three levels. Ready-to-wear, fast-food, shoes, optics, decoration, catering, video games, beauty, children... all your window-shopping desires are in one and the same place. Need to do some food shopping? Find all your shopping needs in Auchan, open from 8:30am to 8pm. And if you come by car, the various covered car parks are free for two hours!

Le Tapis Vert, specialized in the sale of toys and games, was born in the heart of the city in 1903. Since 2016, Marie and Patrick welcome you in this large and pretty shop. With more than 2,000 items, it's hard not to find what you're looking for! First age toys, imitation or strategy games, board games, creative games, musical instruments, chess and draughts and even games adapted for the visually impaired: the choice is varied. To complete its offer, the store offers to maintain or repair your billiards and table football (even if you didn't buy them in the shop) and makes a deposit-sale of second-hand games. Advice and fun are the order of the day!

La Banque du Livre is a bookstore offering books, CDs, DVDs and vinyl records of all kinds. In this bookstore, you will only find second-hand, old or new and above all, at a low price. The stock is very important, but the large time slot will allow you to take your time to find small treasures for the whole family. Novels, comics, manga, children's books, literature, theatre or regional books, you can buy, offer your books for sale or exchange your books. The same applies to other supports. Please note that the bookshop has a stand on the markets of Bellevue, Firminy and Rive de Gier. An address to recommend.

Looking for a pair of sneakers, ankle boots, pumps or ballerinas? At Ann'Chauss, Annabelle and her team welcome you with a smile, ready to find the pair of shoes of your dreams. Strong point of the store: we put shoes on moms and kids! Pretty bags and accessories are added to the offer in chic, classic or more original models. We also note the presence of a second store on rue Tupinerie in Montbrison to be sure to find the right shoe. A great address to remember!

Covering 1,000 m², just a stone's throw from the town hall, the Forum bookshop is the culture shop in the centre of Saint-Etienne. On two floors, you can browse through the bookshop, stationery, music, video and games/toys departments. The book world is very rich: from essays on ecology to fine arts, from children's comics to Montessori education... all audiences can find something for everyone. Literature is particularly represented: great authors, youth, translations, a pleiad, detective novels, fantasy? Relaxation and strolling will be at the rendezvous in this place always so appreciated by artists and bibliophiles. Please note that the bookshop offers online booking or purchase.