Romance in Paris: Top shopping spots

Other than being the city of love, Paris is known for numerous things – it’s patisseries, artisan breads and lavish cuisine. Boasting sights like the Eifel Tower, Louvre and Notre Dame. And if that’s not reason enough to jump on Easyjet, there’s always the fashion!

Picking the top shopping spots in Paris proved harder than we thought, but we nailed our choice five.

 1. Avenue Montaigne

Avenue Montaigne Paris
photo by Stephen Carlile on flickr

If it’s high fashion you want, you’ll find it on this avenue. The strip specialising in luxury brands such as Dior, Chanel, Fendi and Ralph Lauren. Jewellery brands like Bulgari are also in the mix, making it a ‘paradise city’ for fashion lovers.

Avenue Montaigne Paris
photo by Wally Gobetz on flickr

2. Champs-Élysées

Champs Elysees Paris
photo by Stuck in Customs on flickr

Running 1.18 miles through North West Paris with Arc de Triomphe as the trophy at the end,  Champs-Élysées seems to be the creme de la creme of tourist destinations. It’s pretty simple to see why. Adorned by cinemas, cafes and restaurants, the avenue offers enough stops for rest between an all-day shopping spree.

You’ll find yourself mesmerized by the strip and happily shopping at luxurious Louis Vuitton, Cartier and Hugo Boss.

Louis Vuitton Champs Elysees
photo by Gavin Gilmour on flickr

3. Le Marais

Le Marais Paris
photo by Henrik Berger Jorgensen on flickr

The Marais is a hipster’s dream. Between the many art galleries, you’ll find shoes, sunglasses and second hand shops with names like Noir Kennedy, Vintage Bar and Jimmy Fairley – one trendier than the next.

One of these we especially love (other than Odetta mentioned below) is Amusement. Creating an eclectic feel with everything geek – polaroids, rubik’s cubes  and personalised video games.

4. Odetta

Screenshot taken form odettavintage.com/‎
Screenshot taken form odettavintage.com/‎

Who doesn’t love vintage? Nestled in the Marais, this quant boutique is every shoppers dream. The store features designer pieces from the 70’s and 80’s, including Yves Saint Laurent.

Prices register somewhere between steal and splurge, but the quality of the products makes it a must on every fashionista’s list.

5. Kiloshop

Image form kilo-shop.fr/looks
Image form kilo-shop.fr/looks

This thrift is a gem. No matter your style, it’s guaranteed to have something in store for you. And the concept is simple, you pick what you want, weigh it and pay per kg. Getting away with bargains means you have euros left for croissants.

Images from http://kilo-shop.fr/looks
Images from http://kilo-shop.fr/looks

Paris is known for romances, so why not start your fashion affair now! Do you have a favourite place to shop in Paris? If so, leave a comment and let us know below!