The French capital is a true paradise for fashionistas.
One of the most popular shopping districts in Paris is Le Marais, on whose streets there are many small shops, designer boutiques, cafes and art galleries. To explore all the nooks of Le Marais, it is best to start your journey through this district at 11 AM, as soon as the shops open.
If you consider yourself a fan of luxury goods, then you should head straight to Avenue Montaigne, where items are sold under brands such as Chanel, Gucci, Dolce&Gabbana, Dior, Vuitton and many others. Shops with brands adored by bohemian types are concentrated on Rue de Rennes, Rue Dragon, Rue de Sèvres and Rue du Cherche-Midi. And for those who, on the contrary, would like to save money on purchases, we recommend taking a look at the stock store located near the General Leclerc metro station, as well as many other stock stores on Rue d'Alésia and Rue du Bourg Tibourg.
Besides small shops, Paris has many large shopping centers, which offer the same assortment as small boutiques and shops: fashionable clothing, cosmetics, perfumery and much more. There are always many people here, which can create some inconvenience, but this type of shopping also has its advantages. For example, if you are the owner of a store discount card, you can count on good bonuses or additional discounts.
But even without a discount card, it is worth going to large stores during sales, when you can try on clothes from different brands in one place and compare prices. Sales are usually held in January and July, although some stores prefer to sell off last season's models before Christmas.
Most Parisian stores are open daily from 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM, except Sunday. For small shops and markets, the day off is usually Monday. Payment in Parisian stores can be made in cash or with a plastic card. Visa cards are accepted almost everywhere, and many stores also allow payment with other cards.