How to Plan the Best Shopping Sprees in Paris
July 5th, 2023Paris is a haven for shopping! With so many places to choose from, here’s where to start planning a fun shopping spree in the City of Light. ... Read More
Discover the Post-Impressionist Artwork of Maurice Fallies
May 4th, 2023The final decorative touches for each Paris Perfect vacation rental are always special. Find out more about one of the most unique: the original paintings of French artist Maurice Fallies. ... Read More
Charming Paris Children’s Books: An Interview with Oliver Gee
November 19th, 2021Meet Oliver Gee and Lina Nordin Gee, the husband and wife team behind two charming Paris children’s books you’ll want on your bookshelf. Find out more about their creative process and the inspiration behind their whimsical books! ... Read More
La Samaritaine: The Classic Paris Department Store Returns in Style
October 14th, 2021Department stores in Paris are wonderful shopping destinations, and iconic beauty La Samaritaine is a must-visit. Relaunched recently after a major redesign, this elegant emporium now boasts a strikingly modern look to match its inspiring wares. ... Read More
Jewelry Hunting in Paris: 8 Designers to Discover Now
April 21st, 2021While we’re all dreaming of those beautiful shopping strolls through the streets of Paris, here are some of our favorite jewelry designers in Paris to get you dreaming. It may not be quite the same, but you can still let your imagination wander! ... Read More
7 Ways to Bring Paris Into Your Home Until You Return to France
June 8th, 2020Are you longing to be in the City of Light? Well, never fear–we have a great solution! We’re bringing Paris to you with a slew of ideas for your home. Whether it’s a little pick-me-up or a full meal worthy of the finest restaurants in Paris, we’ve got some suggestions to help stave off your Paris cravings, until you can hop a plane bound for CDG. ... Read More
Parisian Handbag Designers You Need to Know
February 20th, 2020While Paris is the city of luxury handbags, iconic brands Louis Vuitton and Hermès among them, who are the new designers crafting the soon-to-be most coveted bag collections? As a local handbag designer creating my own label for the past ten years, I took to the Parisian streets to meet the women and men behind these exclusive labels. ... Read More
Vintage Shopping in Paris: Some of the Best Spots in the Fashion Capital
January 21st, 2020With Paris the world’s fashion capital, once home to venerated designers including Coco Chanel, Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent, where better to embark on a vintage shopping spree? You may even find timeless treasures crafted by these very designers. The question is, with so many consignment and vintage shops, referred to as dépôt–vente by the locals, where to go vintage shopping in Paris? Allow me to share my favorite addresses. ... Read More
Fragrant Souvenirs: Buy these Bespoke Perfumes in Paris
December 17th, 2019Selecting a perfume is very personal, as each of us is attracted to different notes. For some, sweet floral scents appeal while others gravitate more towards spicy or woody fragrances. We often select a signature scent and wear it for years, or perhaps alternate between a few depending on the mood, or the season. Layering perfumes, common among fragrance aficionados, can also become a manner of sensory expression. ... Read More
12 Francophile Gifts to Buy your Paris-Loving Friends and Family
November 26th, 2019Who doesn’t love a little piece of Paris? Whether it’s Christmas, New Year or Valentine’s Day, a reminder of the City of Light makes a special present. At Paris Perfect we’ve rounded up 12 Francophile gifts for your family and friends – or just treat yourself. Most brands have global branches and can be purchased online, so you don’t even have to visit France to buy them – although a Paris shopping trip is always a good idea! ... Read More
Made in Paris Fashion: Discovering the City’s Dedicated Designers
November 12th, 2019Paris is undoubtedly the fashion capital of the world. To observe the never-ending catwalk along the streets of the rive droite’s Marais and the left bank’s Saint Germain is to be reminded of just how stylish the city’s residents are. It’s no wonder that iconic French designers including Christian Dior, Coco Chanel, Hubert de Givenchy and Yves Saint Laurent found their muse in Paris’ ethereal beauty, dressing some of the most haute Parisiennes. Modern-day designers followed suit, inspired by the elegance of the city and the casually composed attitude towards fashion that is so characteristically French. ... Read More
Buying for Baby: A Dozen Darling Children’s Shops in Paris
September 10th, 2019The gorgeous children’s shops in Paris are heaven for parents or travelers seeking great gifts for family and friends. France is famous for chic kids’ fashion and décor, with lots of niche brands in the capital creating stylish designs. We’ve picked 12 of the best boutiques for babies, infants, tweens and teens, near our central Paris Perfect vacation apartments. ... Read More
Beauty Shops in Paris Guaranteed to become your French Favorites
December 27th, 2018Paris has been called the capital of many things: romance, fashion, food… and we’d like to add one more specialty to the list: beauty. And more specifically, beauty shops. Beauty products are definitely having a moment right now (take a look at the #shelfie hashtag on Instagram if you need proof) and the beauty shops in Paris are stepping up to the plate. ... Read More
Guide to Les Grands Magasins: Discovering the Marvelous Department Stores in Paris
December 11th, 2018Paris may be famous for the Notre-Dame Cathedral, but shopping is also a spiritual experience in this super-chic city. The department stores in Paris are some of the world’s most beautiful, rivaling the Eiffel Tower as alluring attractions. The big three legendary monuments to shopping are Le Bon Marché, Printemps and Galeries Lafayette. All feature fabulous fashion, beauty buys, homewares and accessories. It’s not just retail therapy on offer, though – heritage history, cultural events, pop-ups and destination dining tempt you to linger. ... Read More
Shopping near the Eiffel Tower on Rue Saint-Dominique
September 4th, 2018The rue Saint-Dominique stretches from the Esplanade des Invalides in the east to the Champ de Mars in the west, connecting some of the most famous landmarks in the city. They say it’s the journey that counts, not the destination, and this street is much more than a way to get from the Eiffel Tower to the Pont Alexandre III. With plenty of boutiques and a great view on most of the street, you’ll love shopping near the Eiffel Tower on rue Saint-Dominique. ... Read More
