The best fashion and gift stores Sète

A historical optician of Sète, since 1921, this family of opticians will certainly listen to you and advise you on the frame and glasses of your future eyeglasses. Among the choices, brands of creators, fashion designer, from the most trendy to the most classic via the sunglasses, the choice is wide. A child shelf, lentils and specialist in low vision complete the offer. Two stores in Sète, one in Balaruc and one in Mèze, the team is composed of 17 graduated opticians. Partner of all mutual societies, they will always be of very good advice. An address of specialists!

In Sétois, "chichois" means bazaar, and here, it is a beautiful quality bric-a-brac. An associative store of local creators, the Joyeux chichois is a very good address for artisanal gifts made on the singular island. In the middle of textile articles, posters, ceramics, illustrations, bags, accessories or decoration, it is the taste for the hand-made, the eco-responsibility and the authenticity which is expressed. An atypical place where creative workshops are held to share the know-how of the craftsmen with the amateurs of manual productions.

Nice store of creators and craftsmen a few steps away from Les Halles, we go to Twenty uno to discover new products, to fall in love with a handmade article and to fill our basket with gifts for the birthdays to come. And there is a lot to choose from: jewelry, textile creations, wallpaper, soaps, ceramics, decorations, prints, lighting, sculptures, embroidery, linocuts, bags and clothes... There is something for every taste, every style and every wallet. What to leave with original memories.

The Sunday flea market is an opportunity for the people of Sète and bargain hunters to stroll through the streets of the Ile Singulière, to rummage through the stalls in search of a little dress, a decorative object, a pair of cheap pants, a bag, a book... A hundred or so stalls are set up on this square where the atmosphere is pleasant. Here, we chat, we stroll, we have a little pleasure. A nice program after having taken its coffee of Sunday in the sun, baguette of bread under the arm, some coins in the pocket.

Vintage store, at Simone et Lucette we find beautiful second hand pieces, from the 1950s to 2000, sometimes branded, always carefully selected. Each piece is found, washed and ironed. We find all sizes from 32 to 52, the selection is renewed every week with new items every day. Clothes but also accessories, flowered dishes, some lights, shoes... The store is a treat for the eyes: everything is arranged by color, we admire the gradations and the decoration, we appreciate the welcome.

A must for all those who devour books, this general bookstore has a nice section for comics and children's books. With its thousands of references, there is every chance to find the book you are looking for. And if it is not the case, you can order it on the spot. The books are classified by theme, you can browse, and you can also settle down in the pretty patio, located at the back of the store to leaf through some books. You can meet authors regularly and participate in creative workshops.

In this art gallery, the colors of the South and the Mediterranean artists are honored. Martin Bez is the man who had the idea to open this place and gives it all its inspiration. Photographer, this art lover loves the work of the material, the light that clings to the canvas. In his home, artists inspired by the region are exhibited. One discovers there the Lucien Puyuelo fund, the Montpellier Sète group, the Sétois artists of yesterday and today, the favorites of the moment as well as a collection of Chinese contemporary art.

A young place that honors local artistic creations, Galerie Plurielle breathes serenity as much as it invites you to escape, to immerse yourself in the colors of the paintings, in the shapes of the sculptures, in the movement of the mobiles. For Marie-José, the premise is simple: she who has traveled a lot in her life, she wishes to give pride of place to artists from the South, those who create under the sun and in particular in Sète. Figurative or abstract paintings, she works by heart and finds a common thread in each exhibition.

In her little store made in the Mediterranean, Sophie welcomes her customers with a smile, always ready to advise them, to find the right combination of materials and styles. The clothes are colorful and assembled with care. You can find printed tunics, little jackets for spring, jeans, jumpsuits, little flowery tops, skirts, but also scarves, handbags, purses, jewels... Each woman can find a piece to her taste, her size and her budget. As a bonus, there are often new items.

From the street, one notices the pretty workshop by its colored frontage, its joyful window with garlands of guinguette. When one pushes the door, one discovers the den of a seamstress who proposes a whole pallet of creations and accessories to decorate one's house, to make a pretty gift, to get dressed, to learn how to sew, to tidy up one's little things... Here it is Nathalie who officiates behind her machine and warmly welcomes everyone. As a bonus, she offers sewing workshops for children, teenagers, adults and even parent-child sessions.

General bookshop since 1981, a few steps away from the "Halles", here you can find thousands of books of all kinds: literature, children's albums, thrillers, arts and fine books, comics, school books... A team of enthusiasts watches over this superb address and advises all readers. A tip: climb to the second floor and sit in the leather armchairs to consult a book in complete relaxation. As a bonus, the bookstore regularly offers meetings and events.

Since 1895, the Vié family has specialized in naval clothing. Striped knits, woolen sweaters, jackets, coats... All the gear of the perfect sailor will give you the look of a real sea wolf and the taste of the open sea. All the clothes are produced in France and the company supplies the famous jousters. Note that the store also offers classic men's clothing and professional clothing for the hotel industry. A very specialized shop, of quality, which invites to the voyage and the traditions.

Chez Paulette is a pretty boutique where you can find a new outfit, objects for your decoration, but also toys. So we go to Chez Paulette to treat ourselves and take advantage of some shopping to offer gifts. On the clothing side, we find brands like King Louie, SKFK, Froy and Dind... As far as decoration is concerned, the articles are from Petit pan, Pink stories, Doing goods, Zaralobo, Studio roof... And for toys, the brands Dejeco, Jelly cat, Maileg, or Longi are there.

René-François Le Bail is a former jouster reconverted in the art of the pavois of Sète. Now an authentic artist, this heritage and woodworking enthusiast makes pavois, i.e. wooden shields used by jousters during the Languedoc jousts. They can be personalized according to your desires from photographs, drawings, names. Among his creations, the Ricard bulwark (with a compartment-bar) made the buzz! Among the personalities who own his works are... the Pope! Price on request.

Eco, deco, tea & Co: Catherine's store is halfway between deco, well being, artists and craftsmen place, cosy tea room next to the bookshop. In short, the place is worthy of an inventory in the Prevert, we feel good there. The selection is rigorous to have the most ethical articles possible, from fair trade. The colors and the choice of materials are original. India, Vietnam, Nepal, South Africa: we travel through fabrics, jewelry, pottery, dishes, and we also appreciate the local crafts. It's a pleasure to shop here!

One Sunday a month, the association Les compagnons du livre invites a dozen book dealers to set up shop on the Place du Pouffre to present their stalls filled with books and old papers. Each time you can discover a new theme: comics, children's books, cinema, photography, black American culture, French and colonial history, humor and caricature, esotericism, religions, oriental philosophies and astrology..

Almost twenty years ago, Christine Caporiccio created the famous Thursday flea market, which she still organizes to attract the curious and connoisseurs on the banks of the Ile Singulière. Lovers of antiques and beautiful finds meet every Thursday on the Leopold Suquet quay to appreciate the stalls of treasures. Paintings, knick-knacks, flowery dishes, small furniture and big nuggets, jewelry, toys, lights... Along the Canal, you can stroll, rummage and find treasures to take home or to offer as unique gifts.