The best fashion and gift stores Ile-De-France

That it is nice to be able to satisfy his thirst for books all week! Open 7 m/7, the Équipages Équipages is spread over 80 m ². You'll find books on multiple themes, but also make great encounters. Here we are discussing a book or an author. We sit down, take the time to live and exchange… Place of meetings, collective projects, dream… To discover!

For some years, this bookstore in Belleville has been offering literature and testing. Not far away, two other addresses allow you to make a full range of books and books, or books on art (cinema, music, photo, fine arts…) and tourism. if you are in a hurry, please do not hesitate to consult the website. It will tell you if the book you want is available and will allow you to order it if necessary.

And here is a beautiful independent bookstore as we like them! The selection is demanding, original, frequently renewed and varied. The two booksellers who work here know the works inside out and will be able to give you extremely precise advice, whether for you or to make a gift. We also appreciate the quality of the events organized in these places, especially the dedications that allow us to meet our favorite authors, whatever their styles: Valentine Goby, Soledad Bravi and Laurent Binet, for example!

Fans of literature, history, politics, the humanities - and many other books of various genres - are not mistaken: Librairie Lamartine is the ideal store to stock up on well-meaning references! Located in the very chic rue de la Pompe, the address delights enthusiasts who have an appetite for reading and who are waiting for new well-considered experiences. The shop's booksellers focus on great classics, novelties, new trends and their personal favourites. If you are lost in this impressive collection of books, they will guide you through shelves and worlds.

It's a totally new kind of bookshop: located between Boulevard Sébastopol and Place de la République, Rupture Arts & Books is the brand's second Parisian store. Here, you enter a temple halfway between art gallery and bookshop/record store. In the latter part of the store, you'll find many fine books - and just as many gift ideas - on themes as diverse as architecture, art in the broadest sense and music. The latter is also very much in evidence, with a predilection for rock and vinyl.

Lithuania in honour! Paris is full of "concept blinds" but very little out of the lot. Yéyé Store is unique. This is not a free shop. The address includes a wide selection of the most advanced brands in Lithuania. Discover!, original and surprising creations. Let's combine with a scarf with a sweater, a soap on wheels or a broche made of bones for dogs. Prices are reasonable due to the quality of the products offered.

For many years now, this charming bookshop has been located in a rapidly evolving (not to say booming) neighborhood, formerly industrial but now residential and service-oriented. Easily accessible, it's the center of a vibrant cultural life. Of course, you'll find thousands of references to read, and the choice, as well as the themes, are vast and numerous. The seven booksellers are as professional as they are friendly, and will be happy to advise you or point you in the right direction.

Located in one of the most beautiful train stations in Paris, Gare de l'Est, that of the great departures for Strasbourg, Metz or Berlin, this Fnac presents in a nice setting: glass windows, huge art deco window, renovated hall, fine shopping… it's chic and discreet. We don't resist offering a novel before the head of the station head, listening to an album or choosing a DVD for the road (God bless the tablets now in rent on trains!)… it shines pleasantly, far from crowded corridors of the other Fnac of the capital, victims of urban density and places a brin. Here, light and space, high ceilings, are welcome. However, for VIP events, you will have to go to the other signs in Paris. A nice address for the pleasure of the place and for its usefulness. 

Who says bookstores close one after the other? While the number of these institutions is smaller than before, some are starting. This is the case on the main boulevards of this bookstore, mischievously entitled "Here", and launched by two friends, replacing a children's shop, which itself replaced an old disco. And what a nice surprise: it's very large, very beautiful, very clear, and what a choice! Opened last October, Ici organizes debates, coffee shops and many other activities. The public is not mistaken, and has quickly adopted this new place of culture. And he's right, because frankly, we love it!

A beautiful neighbourhood bookshop, part of an independent network of several bookshops in the capital and another in the Luberon. The shelves are well studied and well thought out, the choice is very vast, we have definitely optimized the space here! The reception is with the small care and the very pointed and friendly advice. The advice of the house is generally well felt, and even if you enter without any idea, you won't leave empty-handed! Excellent for finding nice gift ideas, and then this little neighbourhood bookshop shows that the area is still very much alive, so going there is also a gesture for the diversity of the offers!

This perfectly well-stocked bookstore bears within it the identity of its parent group: Albin Michel Publishing. Founded in 1902, this company is one of the ten largest French publishers and has a real network of bookshops. During its existence, the company has developed multiple fields: literature, practical books, education, university, comics, etc. And since 2010, the group has been tackling the digital shift by offering its readers books of different genres on this medium. New or classic, this new way of consuming books is exploited with talent for a better transmission of literary heritage.

This impressive Parisian bookstore is a leader. It is the preferred partner of professionals in the publishing world, local authorities and companies, both in France and abroad. Thousands of public and private organisations have placed their trust in it and have reinforced its excellent reputation. In the heart of its 600 m² space, the SFL bookstore displays tens of thousands of books of all kinds and for all tastes.

The Librairie Fontaine on Victor Hugo Street is the proud representative of an incredible network of bookstores, the first of which was born in 1834! Nowadays, the organization has several sites in the capital and is constantly declaring its love for the literature of yesterday and today. The Fontaine Victor Hugo bookshop is no exception to the rule and stands out in particular for its selection of works. The booksellers in the shop apply themselves in order to propose sharp and modern references at the same time, far from clichés or boring books. This same requirement is applied to the superb - and very complete - "youth" department, a real gem in the neighbourhood!

Spanning almost 500 m² on the second floor of the vast building, the BHV bookshop has no fewer than three distinct areas: literature and detective stories, tourism and humanities, comics and fine books. The choice is vast, and the shop hosts numerous book signings. There's also a great reading area. You'll be hard-pressed not to find references in the above-mentioned fields. The advice is generally excellent.

The shelves are colourful, and attract the eye of this bookstore that bears its name well: Happiness is in the heart of Montrouge and since last October, the opportunity to find the best of the books of the moment, but not only. In this old dry cleaner, which now has a beautiful and sober front, the choice is vast, the advice is not an empty word, and meetings with the authors are frequent. Almost six months after its opening, the bet was totally successful!

This beautiful boutique, opened in June 2011 by two sisters, Diana and Kimo, recently left the Saint-Michel area to get closer to the brand new Canopy of the Forum des Halles. Now Implantée Street, she always offers men and women clothes and accessories but also gadgets, vinyl, posters, and bags in an urban and trendy style. From the tee-shirt inspired by American comics to the 80 ' s posters, all here will delight young fans of inverted and backward trends. The girls will also find their own account with nice, fleurs dresses, belts and other accessories that you would like to see from a washing machine. A real fan of Ali Baba for fashion enthusiasts!

In front of the Forum des Halles, this great shop at the red window leaves no one indifferent. If the clothes on the windows are not strictly timeless, they have style, well-cut lines and impeccable fabric quality. Since 1987, Tim Barjeot has worn you back in a retro way: costume three pieces, pantalons pants, dresses of the 1960 s, papillons nodes cut on demand… This address is packed with pieces of collection, in a spirit of rock, funk, soul, inspired by Anglo-Saxon music in sum. Staggered and chic.

Who said that the streetwear could not be French? Certainly not Johann and Fang, two lovers of music and fashion, who created Wasted, their own brand, in 2012. Giving a beautiful share to artists, they make very beautiful collaborations for each new collection. They can testify to the boards motifs of Simon Lecoq and the t-shirts with the drawings of Tattooist and illustrator Toma Pegaz. In fact, Wasted prints pictures, photos and drawings on-site, whether it be on tee-shirts, sweat, cups, caps and of course skate boards. Men and women have the choice of dressing cool at affordable prices.

Responsible consumption: a whole program, but you still have to find the right place! It's an understatement to say that En Second Lieu, located in the heart of the 10th arrondissement, is certainly one of the most popular places in this regard at the moment. The reasons are obvious: the size of the place, impressive, and the choice, logically great, make that the possibilities of finding second hand objects are numerous. Thus, clothes, furniture, sports or computer items, beauty products that you can buy in bulk: nothing is missing. If the shop is short-lived, it should remain open until the very end of the year: still several months to enjoy it!

Emilie Biens is a multi-talented painter and illustrator. With a background in zoology, design and art history, she puts each of her skills at the service of art. Self-taught, she perfected a technique of illustration with Indian ink and then moved on to painting on canvas with acrylic. Since 2015, she has been a member of the Taylor Foundation and the Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts. The following year, she opened her studio-gallery to exhibit her animal works with design curves - the only Parisian gallery specializing in scientific drawing! You can therefore find here Emilie's drawings, but also the works of other artists on the occasion of temporary exhibitions. The artist also offers courses for all levels and for all ages, focusing on environmental awareness. In short, a warm place, not far from a cabinet of curiosities!

At Bows & Arrows, you'll feel like you've travelled far, far away. As soon as you cross the threshold of this concept store, king of lifestyle and design made in Japan, you won't know where to look, there's so much to choose from: decorative objects, dolls, incense, cosmetics, "Porter-Yoshida & Co" bags, kitchen utensils, antiques, soaps, washi paper products (generally made from mulberry bark), blades from the Banshu Hamono district, as well as sakés, shochu, spirits, whiskies....There's no shortage of great gift ideas.

Le Renard Doré, named after a famous Japanese fantasy figure, is an invitation to travel to the heart of the archipelago's manga and literature. Founded by Mickaël Brun-Arnaud, the bookstore opened its doors in May 2018, a few steps from the Jardin des Plantes and its venerable Japanese cherry blossom tree... It offers on two levels a kawaii stationery, a nice selection of books as well as DVDs, plush toys, accessories, figurines, posters... A dreamlike Ghibli-like universe in a charming floral tapestry decor. Escape games, workshops, conferences and signing sessions are regularly organized there! A jewel we tell you!

Paris has always been one of the showcases of French know-how and craftsmanship. Founded in 1892 in Aveyron and bought by Chanel in 2012, the Causse glovemaker is located a few steps from Place Vendôme, in a neighborhood rich in exceptional craft stores. In this jewel box with a decoration signed by Jean-Michel Wilmotte, you will find all the creations of the glove maker. Whether the models are classic, sophisticated, colorful, patterned, with bows, stuffed... You will be seduced by their unique style, their quality materials and their perfect cuts.

This venerable establishment is more of an institution than a classic bookstore: indeed, for more than 140 years, the space has offered a wide range of literary references, from novels to detective stories, including comic books, books dedicated to fine arts and, of course, school books. The advice is always very wise, and Lettre et Merveilles also offers many meetings and dedications of known authors - or to discover!

Presentation: you can dress from head to toe in Paris! That's why we're talking about introducing you to this shop for destocking rather targeted luxury shoes.

Products: for your feet: Marc Jacobs pumps, Sonia Rykiel, Chloé... Men will also find what they are looking for with a wide selection of laced moccasins or closed shoes.

Advantages: all this at half price.

Just go down the streets of Marseille to queue the pleasures at low prices, provided that you have the collection of the last year: at 4, the Marque brand, created by Judith Milgroom, mother of Sandro House, meets a luxury that is accessible between ready-to-wear and sewing. We are cracking for his little ups, his dresses in a very fresh mind, but here at half price! At 6 Claudie Pierlot: the Parisian side chic and preppy spring; Claudine flower shirts, shorts, pants in a spirit Audrey Hepburn… At 11 The Kids whose retro-chic clothing for more than 50 years dance Parisians who enjoy style without doing too much. In these stocks, these three brands are easily less than 40%.

Catherine André is a high-end clothing company specializing in knitwear. It is distinguished by its identity, its history and, above all, its work on materials and colors. Catherine André has built a creative and poetic universe dressed in exclusive jacquards and prints with refined details. The design studio has a specific know-how, mixing traditional and innovative knitting techniques with those of the warp and weft to create its own "fabrics". Each season, this expertise is used to create a new story.

All or all of you have something De Diddy or Jacques Dutronc in us… fur or perfecto leather, choose your camp! At Label Skins, you can count on a wide choice of brands, all of which are on the street: Mauritus, Oakwood, Chevignon Giorgio, Canada Goose, Scott… there is nothing to dress for winter! All guaranteed in France or made in USA. Here, no mémère mink, we are in the air of the time when leather and furs wear with nobility or small touches. From the leather jacket to the feminine version of Sylvie Vartan, to the jacket lined with fox, hooded doudoune, jacket with edge in lamb, skirt, dress, extensible leather torpedoes… everything is allowed! These gentlemen are not left with the famous Bombardier leather and collar aviator, biker jacket, leather vests… Entering a shoe shop and fur shop will not make you a beast under the control of sellers. here you will be given a royal peace to make your choice, without commercial pressure, and that is very good. On the other hand, you can count on the workshop that performs on-site retouching (offered!), Guarantee sewing, pressure, lining…. The most pressed will buy on the website. 

Suzuki and Honda dealer. Repairs of all makes.

It all began next door, at 38 rue des Ecoles, where the brand's founder, Roger de Rorthays, acquired a small 23 m² premises during the Second World War to set up his new company selling equipment for outdoor activities. This space has since been transformed into a mini-museum, and Le Vieux Campeur has become what we know it to be, namely, in the^5th arrondissement of Paris, "a village of 25 stores", including this one. You're sure to find everything you need for outdoor activities in one of them. Expert staff.

Vintage Motor Sport specializes in sports cars, particularly Porsche. It provides both routine and specific maintenance (engine and gearbox rebuilds), and prepares vehicles for track use. A concierge service is also available. You can entrust them with your vehicle, which is stored in a safe place and checked, for example, for battery charge and tire pressure. You'll find products from Motul's Classic range here, as the brand recommends this garage.

Opened in 2018 L'eau et les rêves is a café-library located on a 1950s barge. Transformed into a bookstore in 1980, it sailed from adventure to adventure until it was taken over by Cyrille Bruneau, who made it a place of knowledge and exchange around nature, plants and gardens. The books offered cover a wide range of fields: landscaping, horticulture, seeds, botanical drawing... Those interested in natural well-being will find many references on sylvotherapy, ancestral recipes such as those of Hildegarde de Bingen... This atypical place also offers events: workshops (plant painting, terrariums), presentations, conferences... We love it!

Since 2004, this pretty 80 m² purple-fronted bookshop has been openly feminist and keen to highlight women and homosexuality in all their forms. You'll find novels, essays, magazines and comics on these subjects. The mezzanine hosts literary meetings, readings, debates and exhibitions. You'll also find a small gift area with CDs, DVDs and jewellery that's quite original, to say the least!

Harley Davidson / Buell dealer. New and used motorcycles. Accessories. Maintenance and clothing line. To see or buy Harley-Davidson motorcycles, the dealership also offers you the full range of accessories developed by Harley-Davidson to help you personalize your bike. You can also rent a Softail or Touring equipped with comfort features, including helmets, rain gear and optional GPS.

Just across the street from the BHV, you'll find everything you need for a party. Disguises for adults and children alike, wigs, hats, masks, make-up, hair bombs, balloons and helium bottles, as well as various accessories to complete your costume (fake cigarettes, boas, canes or even eye patches) populate the shelves of the 1,000-wonder boutique. You'll also find cotillions to celebrate the New Year, confetti for carnival, juggling items, magic items and tricks.

The bookshop is aptly named: here, Philippe sets the tone. And if the place seems like a strange mess, it is terribly charming and, in the end, has countless nuggets. From the selection to the decoration (mainly composed of posters and posters of all kinds, and this is a must-see), the bookseller wants to present to the public what he is passionate about, namely good comics. Rather heir to the Hara Kiri spirit, one can however come across treasures in youth or incredible graphic novels.

Julia and Alice, at the helm of La Régulière, brilliantly run a well-known store in the neighbourhood. Located right in the middle of the Goutte d'Or, La Régulière's credo is to provide access to books and promote independent publishing. Here, you can learn and discover little nuggets that you wouldn't see anywhere else. In addition to a fine selection of children's books, graphic arts and comics, the bookshop hosts numerous events. Special mention should be made of the arts and crafts workshops, which children love.

Some of you may be familiar with the French Boutik quarter, made up of Serge Hoffman and his friend Gabriella. After a long career in advertising, the former decided to convert to a bookshop on the quays of the Seine. But be warned, this is a far cry from a souvenir shop. The selection is fine and specialised, aimed at a clientele of enthusiasts: here, vintagemagazines, Anglo-Saxon books and a few rare essays. Here, advice is not an empty word, and we know how to point you in the right direction!

Here, we repair, tinker, re-inflate and adjust the brakes of our favorite frames for prices more than correct for the capital. However, as the address is very popular, it is better to make an appointment if you have a big repair to do. It is also here that you can get a small used bike, and of course some new parts. The place, which reintegrates handicapped people in its walls, also offers many spare parts that allow the most handymen among you to build their own bikes.

Possible is a unique offer that allows fashionistas to change their style as they please! The principle? Boxes without commitment to which you can subscribe and which contain between 3 and 5 clothes from committed designers, depending on the formula. A great way to consume differently and make fashion more responsible without sacrificing your look! In 2020, the two founders of the brand opened this boutique in the 14th arrondissement so that subscribers can see the collections, select pieces or return their box. This elegant place is also a good way to introduce their philosophy to the local residents. An address and a concept to discover!

Enrico is at the helm of Tricoteurs Volants, after ending his career as a bookseller. We quickly understand the bias here: sewing is not a specifically feminine activity, men too can take pleasure in knitting and sewing. You come here to choose your balls (most wools are produced in Europe) and needles, and sign up for an introductory course between Knitters and Knitters. The courses take place in a friendly setting and in a limited number (5 participants maximum). All courses start at 7pm and last about two and a half hours.

Catherine and Martine welcome your mattresses in this exclusively feline pension. A luxurious establishment where everything is thought about the comfort and well-being of the residents. The chattery is elegant and peaceful, Zen way. It has 20 boxes that can accommodate up to 4 sociable cats with their congeners. A good formula against boredom! The boxes are equipped with aquarium where cats are busy trying to catch fish and forget the stress of the first hours! It also gives them the stimuli necessary to exercise the art of hunting through the game. And all this with a soothing background music. The house, ecologically correct, uses a plant litter. The food is at will and signed Royal Canin. The Minouterie is heated winter to maintain a temperature of 20 ° C at all times. A very good house!

On the grounds of the Veterinary School, you'll find a rehabilitation and fitness center. Your dog can be treated for tendonitis, injury, accident or any other condition requiring rehabilitation. Treatments include massage, hydrotherapy, shock waves, physiotherapy, laser, ultrasound or orthotics. To undergo treatment, you must first meet your veterinarian, who will indicate the method to be used to treat your pet. Fees depend on the type of treatment and its duration.

It's a city institution, open since 1938! It's more than just a bookshop. Of course, you'll find a wide range of books here, all duly recommended to you. But that's not all: you'll also find stationery, art supplies, leather goods and luxury pens. It also organizes frequent meetings with various cultural players: a very nice place.

La Mouette rieuse isn't just a bookshop: it's also a concept store, offering not only a café-restaurant but also a gallery, and from time to time, the funny bird transforms itself into a convivial place where you can take part in wine or local produce tastings! So, once you've unearthed the book of your dreams, from the "Contemplate", "Emotion" or "Savour" sections, you can start devouring it on the spot, on the small terrace, accompanied by a coffee or a hearty meal.

The Capitaine school in Rueil-Malmaison offers comprehensive training to become a pleasure boat captain. Its boating license options include coastal, river, offshore and CRR. Experienced instructors will teach you how to maneuver a boat safely, whether in freshwater or at sea. A boating license is required to operate a motorboat in freshwater or at sea, and Capitaine School is here to help you pass your license in real-life conditions, with practical exercises on board real boats.

The Terres Karens boutique in Paris is a must for lovers of handicrafts. Located in the 7th arrondissement, this boutique offers a selection of products made by the Karens, an ethnic group from Myanmar. Visitors can find clothing, accessories and decorative objects, all handmade using traditional techniques.

For those who live in manga, eat manga and sleep (and there's since France is the second country of the manga by its number of consumers), the Manga Café is their promised land. In the vein of Japan's kissa manga, these relaxing spaces in which a manga library is set up for vignettes compulsive, the Manga Café proposes, with a right of acquittal (from 3 € the half hour, 20 € the day pass), to devour as many grouse as one can (there are 10 000 references!) while sipping a soda comfortably. installed and do, if the heart follows, some exercises on Sony Playstation terminals. The Manga Café also organizes events such as role play or film projections.