The best fashion and gift stores Quimper

Textile creation is a little known discipline in the history of Breton industry and crafts. Embroidery was a marker of wealth throughout Breton society. Pascal Jaouen is the major actor of the revival of this art. He revisits the codes with audacity to propose sumptuous and delicate creations. The school he created is still alive after its transmission in 2021. It hosts regularly renewed exhibitions, as well as a very beautiful haberdashery.

Galerie Philippe Théallet is an art gallery located in Quimper, Brittany. Specializing in Breton art, it exhibits talented artists, both past and present, such as Mathurin Méheut, Henri Rivière, Valérie Le Roux and Olivier Lapicque. The gallery presents a variety of works, from paintings and prints to earthenware and sculptures. Particular attention is paid to Quimper ceramics. Art here is infinitely declined around Breton inspiration. Philippe Théallet, art historian and passionate researcher, will accompany you in your discovery. He is the author of the blog "Faïence de Quimper" and has contributed to numerous books and exhibition catalogs.

History:Armor- lLux is today a renowned brand for the originality of collections inspired from the colours of the sea and the values of Bretagne (marine, t-shirts striped, marine sweater, jackets, shiny, reefer jacket, duffle-coat…). It is also a company that stove to curb unemployment in France and to defend a unique know-how in the production of products in mesh teases and cotton. It is a citizen company that works for sustainable development and fair trade. 640 people work in the group. The headquater is located at Quimper.

Particularities: Designing, production, distribution of high - quality clothes for men, women and children. A unique know-how in the production of clothes with mesh teases and cotton. 3 production sites in France and a tradition employment distribution.

Products:Armor- Lux (Clothes, night wears) Land and Sea (clothing), Bermudas (technical water sports and sportswear), Male Berac (classic sweaters), male Italian costumes, shoes, collections of old seasonal products, oddments and some recent products. Table arts, regional alimentary, decoration and cultural products (CD, books, DVD).

Advantages: Two exceptional sales of oddments at the end of November and early May.

Chic: Shop adjacent to the factory, changing room, temporary exhibitions of local artists in the reception hall. Relaxation area.

In 1938 Bonneteries d'Armor was created and later on became very successful since the end of the 50s with the famous navy sweater and striped jersey Today the company produces and markets 4 different brands: " Armor-Lux" for all marine clothes and undergarments, "Terre et Meré" dedicated to women rather " branchées", " Bermudas" for garments inspired by water sports and " Armor kids" for children. With values (quality, innovation and ethics), the brand has won many hearts. And, in 2005 the Max Havelaar cotton center was created to implant sustainable development. A 1,500 m² shop in which some production machines are constantly exhibited is located next to the factory. Apart from new collections of clothes, this shop offers regional products, decoration items, textile and François le Villec items. By the car park an Armor Lux clearance center, located in a large warehouse is available. Here, discounts are offered. Without forgetting the two braderie sales from the end of November and early May…

Discreetly located in the middle of the rue des Halles, this bookshop is well worth a visit. Max is passionate about books and loves to pass on his passion. No fewer than 6,000 references, both new and second-hand, await you. The main themes are literature and the humanities. You'll also find books on current affairs that will enrich your thoughts. The bookshop also serves as a tea room and wine bar, with pastries and aperitif platters on the menu. Take a break in the middle of your Quimper exploration.

PADD Quimper is a horse-riding equipment store. It is part of a chain of stores specializing in equestrian and stable products, as well as rider equipment. The store offers a range of services including in-store shopping and in-store collection. The store manager is Hélène BEIGEAUD.

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