The best fashion and gift stores Bordeaux

Between rue Sainte-Catherine and Place Camille Jullian, you'll find Krazy Kat, a rock'n'roll café-library. On two floors, comics are the order of the day: the store boasts no fewer than 15,000 references, and the staff are unbeatable! In addition to the great comic-book classics, purists can find graphic novels, rare items and attend signing sessions. At lunchtime, the store welcomes those who want to bubble up and nibble! Salads, quiches and pizzas can be enjoyed on the tables and benches of the Franquin bar.

France's first independent bookshop is from Bordeaux! Founded in 1886, it's no longer a household name, recognizable by its beautiful blue storefronts. Over an area of 2,500 m², you'll find almost 180,000 references in all fields. Since 2016, the venue has expanded with the creation of Station Ausone, a new 300-seat space at 8 rue de la Vieille Tour, which hosts conferences, exhibitions, book signings and concerts. Nearly 350 events are organized every year and broadcast live on the website.

Laurent the bearded one and Carine the blonde one are a happy pair with a passion for racing, indus and antiques. Their eclectic, vintage universe can be found in Bordeaux, in the largest of their stores. And it's Arnaud, a bearded custom car and motorcycle enthusiast, who welcomes you to this temple for urban bikers who want to strip down. T-shirts, caps, jackets, accessories... Not forgetting Soeurs d'encre goodies, an association close to their hearts! Samuel Obregon Martinez, aka Sam'e Barb, has joined the team to offer his barbering services.

Established in Bordeaux for more than thirty years, Agence Photo Création has made a good reputation, notably by multiplying its services with originality. Here, we come as a family for a photo session in the shooting studio. Christophe Viaud and his team offer sessions for your portfolio, culinary images and even reports for all your events. The agency is also specialized in graphic design and the creation of visual identity.

Petits Pouces invites you to (re) discover the retro charm of wooden toys for children of all ages. In this little Santa's workshop, wooden rockets, starry nightlights and roller bikes replace electronic toys and electric cars. The early playthings are beautiful and sturdy. Alongside the traditional rabbits, Willie the walrus, Bertie the owl or Mattie the monkey are among the many stuffed animals that we fall for! At Petits Pouces the atmosphere is very colorful, soft and chewy.

This independent bookstore-gallery has been the pride of Bordeaux's underground culture since 2002. Located in the Old Bordeaux, La Mauvaise Réputation specializes in contemporary art, philosophy and graphic design. The bookstore offers literary genres that are not well represented among its colleagues. On the gallery side, the exhibitions follow one another and are carefully chosen. The artists put forward are funny, avant-garde or protesting and are part of this offbeat spirit which makes the Mauvaise Réputation a really unique place!

Looking for second-hand books? Head for La Bouquinerie Plus! The franchise is also present in Mérignac, Pessac, Soulac-sur-Mer and Vendays-Montalivet. Everywhere, they offer a buying, selling and exchange service. In Bordeaux, you'll find shelves devoted to novels (large format and paperback), comics and science fiction, as well as CDs and DVDs. Don't want your books any more? La Bouquinerie Plus buys them back or exchanges them for the books it owns. A great way to sort out your library!

The shop where all the sportsmen and fashion victims must run! A beautiful, clean and well organised space puts the shoe in all its states: Running shoes, sports in the room (basketball, handball) or outdoors (tennis, skateboard). But the fashion of "basketball" went far beyond the sports frame and Run did so well. The Enseigne offers hundreds of pairs that put their feet in full fashion! The choice of almost complete brands (Adidas, Nike, Asics, DC Shoes, Fred Perry, Zoo York…) makes Run one of the specialists of sports footwear. Most: friendly sellers and very good advice.

It is certainly one of the computer paradise in the Bordeaux region with an Apple Shop that will delight the macophiles! In the field of the computer, all major brands are represented with Sony, HP, Toshiba, Packard, and Samsung… Handheld computers, you will be seduced by the choice and the prices really competitive. To accompany you, Fnac offers a large number of home services: installation, training and assistance that open to tax cuts and on simple request, a subscription to the supplier of your choice.

Described as one of France's most "bike-friendly" cities, Bordeaux offers some great cycling routes. For family outings, we recommend Cool Bike, which offers a wide choice of bikes: children's, adult, tandem, trailer, follower... A repair and customization store, Cool Bike also offers bike rentals (including electric) for a day, a weekend or a week, as well as the sale of accessories. On the workshop side, you can take advantage of express service and a range of services at fair prices.

Created by the Panajou brothers in 1865, this shop has a window display that would make professionals and amateurs of photography green with envy. At the entrance, contemplate the magnificent fresco dating from 1920 and restored on which appears the name of the creators of the sign. The place is spacious and unashamedly combines old and new. In the shelves, you will find the best brands of photo and video. There is something for everyone, as you can buy new and second-hand cameras and accessories.

You thought the era of the video store was over? You were wrong! In Bordeaux's Grand Parc district, Yoyo Vidéo has been offering film rentals since 1984. And there are over 25,000 DVD, Blu-Ray and 4K references! Here, you'll find the conviviality, neighborhood spirit and exchange that we've been missing since the switch to digital. From arthouse films to the latest popcorn movies, it's impossible to leave empty-handed when you come to pick up a movie. Membership is free for life. Yoyo's owner is always in a good mood and always ready to help!

As soon as you enter, the tone is set: there's no need to go far to travel, as Comptoirs de Magellan is a veritable Ali Baba's cave, a bazaar in the heart of the city that delights all the senses. Spread over two floors, the place enchants with its plethora of treasures from 5 continents: clothing, jewelry, tableware, gourmet products, books... You're sure to unearth some pretty nuggets! A must for anyone looking for authentic gifts.

Founded in 1814, this brush factory has stood the test of time, retaining its reputation thanks to its unique expertise. The name Au sanglier de Russie is historic, because in the ^19th century, the country had a monopoly on wild boar hair, renowned for the art of brushmaking. Decades later, the materials are still chosen for their quality and authenticity. You'll find everything you need for everyday life: shaving brushes and accessories, hairbrushes, toothbrushes, clothes brushes, natural sea sponges, feather dusters... Discover them for yourself!

Under its traditional classicism, this optical boutique hides a modern competence. Discretion, warmth and dependability are the essential qualities of the irreproachable establishment, of course in the field of optical knowledge, but which also take into account the aesthetic requirements of eyeglasses holders. A video system allows to compare its head with the different frames tested. The choice is made more clearly, with patient patient help. Apart from eyes, Mr Allilaire is also interested in the ears by offering a choice of products for people suffering hearing problems - amplifiers, devices… He advises professionally and quickly in this field. If you have not seen the recent bus stop in front of the store, you will see it out!

Do you know Quai des Marques? Located on the banks of the Garonne, this shopping center is the place to go for those who want to treat themselves without breaking the bank. Here you'll find some thirty major brand-name stores offering discounted prices. Among the brands you'll find this household appliance store. Small appliances include Calor, Rowenta, Moulinex, Seb, Tefal, Krups and Lagostina. Food processors, cooking appliances, juicers, table accessories... All with a discount of at least 30%!

What about Bordeaux? Wine of course… but also useful and pleasant objects, which have the symbol BDX for Bordeaux. Tee-shirt and cap to show his love of the capital Gironde, key door and mugs to remember a gentle stay, tire, wine box and tablier's deck to take full advantage of the reported bottles! And other gadgets for all budgets.