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TravelingProfessor
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Fashion Tour of Paris
Sometimes I think the city of Paris is a fashion show unto itself. It seems that Parisians have been born with a sense of style and panache. For instance, observe how the French women wear scarves. Notice how the children are neatly attired. French men can dress casually and still seem to have that sophisticated sense of style.
Here is my itinerary for fashion lovers:
Avenue Montaigne
With shops and boutiques paying rents approaching $55,000 per square meter, this is one of the wealthiest (and fashionable) streets in the world. Start at the location of the Franklin D. Roosevelt metró station and spend your way down the “Miracle Half-Mile” down towards the Alma-Marceau métro station. On the way, notice the legendary names of fashion on the shops of Bulgari, Dior, Chanel, Valentino, Ferragamo, Celine, Nina Ricci and more. There are clothes, handbags, accessories, and shoes that would make Carrie Bradshaw blush. Speaking of Carrie Bradshaw, stop at the Hôtel Plaza Athénée, site of the last episode of “Sex and the City” and have a (pricey) Cosmopolitan with lunch.
Galleries Lafayette Department Store Metro: Chaussée d'Antin - La Fayette
This famous grands magasin (department store) is located at 40, boulevard Haussmann. Each week they feature a 30-minute fashion show on Friday at 3 p.m. There is commentary in English. Reservations are a must and should be done early. They can be obtained by e-mail at welcome@galerieslafayette.com.
Afterwards, do a runway walk over to Le Printemps, just down the block at 64, boulevard Haussmann. Web sites: http://www2.galerieslafayette.com/international/goFolder.do?f=home_en&lang=en and http://departmentstoreparis.printemps.com.
Les Arts Décoratifs Métro: Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre
This is the museum of French lifestyle, located in a wing of the Louvre. Two of the collections housed here are of special attention to those interested in fashion. The decorative arts collection is dedicated to the understanding of the evolution of human taste, style and crafts. The fashion and textile museum presents temporary exhibits concerned with the history of garments. A famous designer is often asked to participate in the design of these exhibitions. Website: http://www.lesartsdecoratifs.fr
Musée Galliera Metro: Iléna
This museum was seen in the film, “The Devil Wears Prada”. It is the fashion museum of Paris. All of its exhibits are temporary. Sometimes a top name in fashion is featured. At other times there might be an exhibit on a fashion era, or perhaps a certain fashion theme will be promoted. The museum is open every day but Monday and whenever there is a scheduled exhibit. Therefore, it is important to check the website before going: http://en.parisinfo.com/museum-monuments/294/musee-galliera-musee-de-la-mode-de-la-ville-de-paris
Check this website for a comprehensive listing of the top Paris fashion sites: http://www.stargonaut.com/fashion.html
2 comment(s) so far...
I am glad! It is pleasant to see that you are enthusiastic about your document. If you are flying to Paris you can check the Paris airports for transfer to Paris guide and general information. If your destination is Charles de Gaulle Airport check the airport tranfser to Paris options. The fastest and cheapest transfer mode is using the RER train line B (Blue)
Keep up the great work and I’ll return for more! Cheers!
By Simon on
Thursday, September 01, 2011
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I found your post very super. If you are flying to Paris you could check the Paris metro system for traveling within Paris city. Also check the Paris travel guide for planning your trip.
Keep up the good work and I’ll return for more! Cheers!
By Hassan on
Thursday, September 01, 2011
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