The best fashion and gift stores Vietnam

Near the cathedral, this very nicely furnished store is full of gift ideas. Reproductions declined in an inventive way (stationery, bags, posters...) which make relive all the periods of the Vietnamese history, artisanal products, fine grocery (teas, coffee, chocolate, spices...). Inventive, original and high quality objects. One of the best places in Hanoi to buy gifts and souvenirs.

Tailor made suits and shirts for men. Imported materials (UK and Italy) and high quality work. The company has opened its own factory in Vietnam to produce high quality suits. Obviously, the first and most important step for a successful realization is the design of the model. This tailor relies on many criteria to make a piece that fits perfectly to your body. Made by hand and sewing machine only. Prices available on the website.

In the rue de la Soie, an institution whose core business is embroidery. A store where 4 generations live together. The business has evolved with the times, has diversified and the atmosphere is contemporary and attractive. But the house remains attached to the values of craftsmanship and work well done. It is a pleasure to choose beautiful clothes, linens, jewelry and other refined gifts. A nicely decorated café allows for a gourmet break.

Right next to the great cathedral, a fruitful stop-off point for stocking up on gifts and souvenirs. It's a small store, but the choice is vast, and even if you're lacking in imagination, you're sure to find the happy surprise and the gift that will hit the spot. The founders wanted to create a space where it would be easy for friends and family to find the little gift that represents a trip to Vietnam. Handcrafted items, leather goods, cards, board games - always original and of the highest quality.

Beautiful creations by a Japanese craftsman who, in the spirit of ethical and fair trade, is interested in traditional methods and works to preserve minority techniques relating to the manufacture of plant-based textiles and their treatment with natural dyes. In the store, you'll find beautiful Japanese-inspired clothing, traditional minority garments for collectors, scarves and scarves, silver and stone jewelry. Highly recommended for gifts and souvenirs.

Silk institution on Hang Gay.

Digital photo, computers and Apple products.

This address is really original and you'd be wrong to miss it. Here, creativity has no limits: from the art of recycling the old rice bags from the farm... to produce handbags displaying calves, buffaloes or even pigs! You will also discover a wide choice of stationery, mugs... The whole is inspired by colonial imagery or propaganda posters that find an ironic and unexpected second life. This sign is recommended to find original, quirky and inexpensive gifts.

We pass by to take a look and you can easily linger a long time in this gallery of a Vietnamese photographer, Long Thanh, who presents beautiful black and white prints. Born in 1951, a native of Nha Trang, he began photographing at the age of 13. He has been awarded several international prizes. An old-fashioned photographer, faithful to silver, he excels absolutely in all genres: street photography, still life, portraits, landscapes?

For men. The leathers are imported from Italy. They are cut, assembled and dyed by hand by Vietnamese craftsmen, under the direction of Dominique Saint-Paul. The result: magnificent shoes that are one-of-a-kind. Shoe fanatics will be delighted by the diversity of models and materials, and taste the possibility of made-to-measure, with the desired, individualized shade. English style, French finesse, Italian flair and Vietnamese creativity, all inspired by Old Saigon...

Open since 2002 (but it has moved), it is the French bookshop of Hô-Chi-Minh-Ville. Regularly supplied with novelties - and classics - despite the persistence of an increasingly anachronistic censorship every day. There are also second-hand books and charming gift ideas. It is a very pleasant place, with a warm and friendly welcome. A visit is highly recommended, an opportunity to meet French speakers and expatriates who will be delighted to exchange and share experiences and good plans.

Founded by two people from Nantes, Ronan and Kevin, N'go is a new brand of sneakers that shows solidarity and responsibility. With each pair of shoes you buy, you participate in the construction of schools in Vietnam thanks to the NGO Sao Bien which supports education and schooling of children in remote villages in the north of the country. The N'go sneakers promote traditional know-how, handicraft techniques of ethnic minorities and the patterns are hand woven by Vietnamese craftsmen. All the stages of manufacture on the website.

Photographic works: paper prints, enlargements, retouching, making albums, etc. Serious benefits and Low rates. Clearly clarify what one wants. 

The gallery brings together the fine flower of contemporary Vietnamese artists. Very professional, prices are accordingly.

Clothing and linen. Products that favour natural materials.

Very practical shop to prepare motorcycle outings and hikes. Sale of equipment: helmets, protection, waterproof bags, ropes, lamps...

Quality service. Knitted and miscellaneous materials, silk, flax, cotton… French.

For lovers of the genre. Few originals however. Casques bô helmets, sandals of Uncle Ho…

Feminine clothing and accessories.

Commercial gallery located south of Hoan Kiêm Lake. A Versailles Côté side for this plaza, the most luxurious of the capital, which from this point of view cannot compete with Singapore or Bangkok… There are represented the great international luxury.

Propaganda posters. Reproductions and original models (rather rare and very expensive). Vietnamese propaganda posters have become over time a very popular souvenir for travelers. Not very bulky, they are easy to slip into luggage and their graphic quality makes them very decorative. The original historical pieces are very rare and coveted by collectors, but the handcrafted reproductions on vegetable paper have an undeniable charm. Each piece, because of its imperfections, is unique...

The staff were friendly and helpful. Glasses and mounts at soft prices.

Equipment and equipment for outdoor activities and hiking: bags, lamps, motorcycle protection, waterproof clothing and protections, shoes, some bicycles… The choice is not very extensive and the quality not always in the appointment but it is possible to do good business with the large-brand factory outlets that produce in Vietnam.

A few books in French on the second floor.

Gallery dedicated to contemporary Vietnamese art. Painters and sculptors. Some remarkable artists but the quality of the exhibited works is heterogeneous and the catalogue suffers from too much complacency.

Digital photo, computer. Top of the line with Apple and Leica products.

Large space with brac brace of artisanal products: ceramic, carved wood, copper objects, burning-perfumes… Many gift ideas and decks for the house at reasonable prices.