Shopping tips Lorraine

The history of the Linvosges company, born in the heart of the Vosges in 1923, is linked to the tradition of the Vosges master clothmakers who, in the 19th century, had their linen cloths bleached in the surrounding meadows. Since its creation in the town of Gérardmer, the Linvosges company has offered collections of top-of-the-range household linen. 90 years later, Linvosges, which has become a mail order specialist, remains a reference in the high-end household linen sector. Distributed all over the world, the company works with the most noble materials.

Access: 10 minutes from Reims city center, in the original warehouse!

History: The Aubaines is the discount brand of La Redoute, the French leader of the VPC, a mail-order sale. Founded in 1873 in Roubaix, La Redoute has developed since the 1970 s this sign that allows to dispose of the stocks of unsold goods or products returned by customers for various reasons. At present, the Redoubt does not use the name «Les Aubaines» anymore, but rather prefers the word «Outlet».

Specifications: The Aubaines, La Redoute's unsold boutique shop, is a gold mine for the shopping addicts that find the unsold catalog of the catalog with 1,450 square meters of sales area!

Products: Men's clothing and accessories, women, children. More than 30,000 items in radius! Among the marks: Kickers, Levi's, Nike, Puma, Reebok, Vera Moda, Geox, Esprit, Bensimon, the Coq Sportive, Kaporal jeans, Pepe Jeans…

Benefits: Wide choice all year round, regular arrivals. Up to 80% discount.

Futed: Commercial transactions are added throughout the year to the already granted discounts.

Access: Next to the Triumph plant in Obernai.

History: Everything started in 1886. Originally there is the corseer Johann Gottfried Spiesshofer and the merchant Michael Braun. They both founded Spiesshofer & Braun. They start their production of corsetry in South Germany. In 1902, the successful company and founders need a memorable name for their brand. They are inspired by the Arc de Triomphe to call it Triumph. Very quickly, the company became leader in the production of lingerie in Europe until it became established worldwide. In 1990 Triumph bought Valisère's luxury lingerie brand. Triumph also owns the Sloggi and Triaction brands.

Particularity: Obernai's site is no longer a production site but a logistics platform, the largest distribution center in Europe. The factory store is in the platform.

Products: Day and night lingerie, Triumph bathing suits, Sloggi, Valisère, Triaction for men and women. Also find the Mamabel brand (lingerie for pregnant women).

Benefits: Reduction of 30% throughout the year. In the period of sale, the reductions reach up to 50%.

Obviously, it's not really the door, but the place is really worth it and we're looking for it to find old furniture, mirrors, objects, toys and clothes all over the place.

It's a pleasure for fans to find the rare room at a competitive price! Ideal for small budgets and diy.

More than 100 brand-name stores, restaurants and services are available in this "new generation" shopping area. In addition to ready-to-wear, you will also find boutiques selling shoes, leather goods, jewelry, tableware, household linen and beauty products. The collections of the previous seasons are sold with a minimum discount of 30%. Free shuttle from Strasbourg on reservation at 03 88 72 77 17

To avoid waste, Brigitte recovers thousands of games and toys that she completes, refurbishes and pampers to offer them to you as new at second-hand prices. More than 3,000 are available and 7,000 are on hold... So much to say that there is something for everyone! Solidarity and ecology, this games and toys store offers a real alternative to overconsumption and proposes to the smallest budgets to spoil their children without ruining themselves because everything is at less than fifty percent compared to the prices in stores.

In the middle of the hotel you can find this tiny pedestrian street in front of Saint-Alpine church. A model, a table and an ensign draw the eye to this beautiful house, which is set up in a boutique. We move from one piece to the other, caressing from the eye or hand to furniture from a variety of times, from sometimes narrow aisles. Rustic cabinets, secretaries in good condition, show their patina. Old objects complement the framework: crockery of yesteryear, chandeliers, lamps, crystal or bronze, gramophone with or without pavilion, military or pretty trinkets… Patrick Pierrejean buys and sells.

For information, call the afternoon. The amateurs of public auctions find their happiness there. Dates and lots are displayed or appear in free newspapers. For those who would like to know the value of their property, Patricia Casini-Vitalis makes gracious and verbal statements on Tuesdays and Thursdays afternoon. This street is located at the end of the rue Alphonse-Karr, near the forest lanes.

Not far from General-De-Gaulle square, by going to the ZAC of the Moulin-de-l'Ecaille, we discover this sign, which places in its large courtyard a parking lot for visitors. Place with a multitude of things. This very large room is well equipped to move and take the best advantage of what is set out, and there are: furniture of all beauty, a cygne col, a convenient, a bronze lamp, a soupière of tin, a cupboard, a box to cover… We walk in all peace and quiet and better forecast to spend time there.

At the bottom of the gallery, the clever chineur exposes the objects and magazines that date back to his open doors. The realm of Chineur, the whole shop is full of collections of iron boxes, old posters, dolls, seats, a real attic! The house also disposes of greniers on demand and considers what is in it.

The crossroads of arts, antiques and antiques takes place on a monthly basis in the covered market, Saint-Antoine Square and the city centre all year round. Free admission. Contact information (Tel.) 03 83 26 38 96 or 06 19 72 47 71.

Berthel is a place dedicated to crafts and upcycling. With a passion for manual work and a concern for the environment, Berthel's designers give a second life to existing materials. Each month, the space also welcomes three guest artisans, who present their handmade creations from Strasbourg or the surrounding area. Upcycling is not necessarily at the heart of their concept, but Berthel is keen to promote craftsmanship in a more global sense.

Mad Vintage is the place to be for lovers of retro clothing and eco-friendly fashion. In this thrift store, you'll find beautiful second-hand pieces, sourced by expert thrifters from the four corners of the globe. From colorblock sportswear from the 1980s to pure wool jacquard sweaters, timeless jeans and coats from the seventies, step back in time from the 1950s to the early 2000s through a rich collection of unique pieces that are sure to add a touch of originality to your wardrobe. Away from fast fashion, here's an ethical alternative to indulge yourself and consume responsibly by opting for sustainable pieces.

A good plan for small budgets and anyone who would like to discover another facet of Épinal. Every year, the union of shopkeepers and craftsmen of Epinal organizes two large sales and yard sales (late June or early July depending on the year and the ^second Sunday in September). Thousands of people find themselves in the streets of Epinal. An unmissable event where you will find products of all kinds! A festive atmosphere where you can do business and find products at low prices. DVD, household appliances, telephony, fashion, clothing, DIY... Most of the city's merchants participate in this popular event. A real fair atmosphere that will delight young and old alike. During the summer sale, you will also find a tea dance hosted on site by an accordionist.

Close to the production site, the Carlton Mephisto Sarrebourg factory outlet sells Mephisto shoes, renowned for their comfort and durability, in the town where the brand was born in 1965. Hundreds of women's, men's, children's, casual and sports shoes, boots and sandals by Mephisto, as well as Rieker and Allrounder, bags, gloves and belts, scarves, stoles and a few items of clothing line the 2,000 m² premises. The address is well worth a visit. Shoppers come from all over Germany to take advantage of the sales. Great bargains at sale time!

In this second-hand shop, you will find a wealth of useful items. The brand buys cash items and sells them second-hand. Of course, they are checked and guaranteed. So you can quickly get rid of the devices that are cluttering you up, and do good business. In the shelves, there are small electrical appliances, audio-video, power tools, but also useful and decorative objects. The Geispolsheim store specializes in musical instruments and more particularly guitars. In Vendenheim, it is mainly the camera department that is well stocked.You have the option of having an object transferred to another warehouse.

The O Brik' A Brak depot was created in April 2010 in the former premises of the Battin company. The owner of the premises, Christopher, welcomes you and lets you freely roam the shelves of his store. In addition to trinkets, dishes and all kinds of second-hand goods, it offers clothes, DVDs, toys, and even furniture. He ensures the delivery of the furniture. He buys the house storage and takes care of the collection at home of bulky items that you wish to entrust to him for sale. He accepts the payment by means of CAF loans.

At Maison Claude, come and hunt for exceptional pieces! These two true lovers and enthusiasts of second-hand clothes travel all over France and neighboring countries to unearth for you the very best that vintage has to offer! For women and men alike, they'll always have a pretty piece to recommend, the kind you've always dreamed of without even knowing it. Between top brands and working-class outfits, you'll find your heart swaying, but don't panic: while prices may be a little high due to the high quality, they're still very reasonable.

1 200 m 2 of used products: This is what the Troc de Saint-Parres proposes to all lovers of good business. Half of the store is devoted to new furniture from bankruptcies, arranged by genre, chairs, cupboards, sofas, buffets, tables are waiting wisely for buyers. The other half-sale is a bric from dishes to cupboards and bahuts. Ten years of experience and a good knowledge of the local market make Troc de Saint-Parres a trusted address.

From children's wardrobes and irons to dishwashers, comic books, vintage toys and new furniture on clearance, everything here is sold for cash or on consignment. Prices are set by the seller, in return for a commission deducted by the store from the agreed price. Items remain on display for a minimum of one month and a maximum of six months. The site, which was dynamic when it opened, has undergone a name change, and is now very unappealing, with new products and less renewal. Quite disappointing.