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The Bensimon brothers started their brand over 40 years ago with their now iconic “tennis Bensimon,” flat canvas sneakers with rubber soles and tips, which they bought from an army surplus store and dyed in a variety of colors. The shoes were an instant hit, whose popularity has continued to endure, and the brand has since expanded into prêt-à-porter, accessories, and home decor. The simple, classic designs favor cheerful, solid colors, which are wearable day after day and year after year.
54 rue de Seine, Paris, Île-de-France, France
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The city's major marché biologique, or organic market, is on Boulevard Raspail between Rue du Cherche-Midi and Rue de Rennes. Bursting with fresh produce, baked items, and eco-friendly products, it's open every Sunday from 9 to 3. A very delicious nonorganic market operates at this location on Tuesday and Friday, from 8 am to 2 pm.
Allée Sonia Rykiel, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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This company made a name for itself in the 1950s with its youthful designs that were made to match with the modern fashions of iconic designer Christian Dior. The playful, low-heeled, and comfortable shoes and boots have remained popular thanks to their playful spins on classic designs.
12 rue du Four, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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Although de Gournay has been decorating homes with hand-painted wallpaper for a mere 30 years (compare that to Zuber's 200 years), the results are timeless and enviable. If you've always dreamed of transforming your living room into a colorful jungle, your sunroom into a lemon orchard, or your bathroom into a gold-leaf boudoir, de Gournay will help you create your desired universe.
15 rue des Saint-Pères, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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The two former chemists who founded Debauve & Gallais in 1800 became the royal chocolate purveyors and were famed for their "health chocolates," made with almond milk. Test the benefits yourself with ganache, truffles, or pistoles (flavored dark-chocolate disks).
30 rue des Sts-Pères, Paris, Île-de-France, 75007, France
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The originator of the renowned caramel au beurre salé, Henri Le Roux pairs a Breton pedigree with Japanese flair. Brilliant confections result.
1 rue de Bourbon le Château, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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Nothing's Plain-Jane at Jamin Puech, which thinks of its bags not just as a necessity, but as jewelry. Beaded purses swing from thin link chains; fringes flutter from dark embossed-leather totes; and small evening clutches are covered with shells, oversize sequins, or hand-dyed crochet. The collections fluctuate with the seasons but never fail to be whimsical and imaginative.
43 rue Madame, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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Rochoux makes three superb collections of artisanal chocolates: the Ephemeral, with fresh fruit; Made-to-Measure, in the form of animals and figurines; and the Permanent Collection of everyday favorites.
16 rue d'Assas, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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The newest star in the city's handbag universe has captivated le tout Paris with his artsy take on hobo, Birkin, and messenger bags. Unique styles (like the twee-mini) are impossibly cute, though you may need to take out a second mortgage to tote around a luxe matte-python model. A line of gorgeous, high-heeled footwear is equally chic.
4 rue Jacob, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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The titular late designer's own chiseled profile is still a key design element in this St-Germain flagship store. Inside, look for very chic ready-to-wear collections for men and women, playing to the fashion-conscious twenty- and thirtysomethings who want to strut their stuff (think body-slimming jackets, jeans, and geometric-print T-shirts, mostly in black and white with a splash of color). The store also stocks signature caps, keychains, eyewear, accessories, bags, shoes, fragrances, and—you guessed it—Lagerfeld's signature fingerless leather gloves.
194 bd. St-Germain, Paris, Île-de-France, 75007, France
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A bit less artisanal than most of the others, the silky ganaches still have subtlety and flavor. See the website for a full list of Paris locations.
19 rue de Sèvres, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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LMDW has more than 1,000 items to entice collectors of whiskey, as well as all kinds of fine spirits from around the world, including 400 types of rum.
6 carrefour de l'Odeon, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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With a history that dates back to the 16th century, the Marché Saint-Germain has undergone many transformations in its lifetime. The current structure of stone arcades, which wrap around an entire city block, was built in 1817. The ground floor of this elegant complex is now home to an Apple store, a Uniqlo, and an appetizing grocery store that connects to a gourmet food court called the marché couvert Saint-Germain, an indoor space for epicureans. This indoor market is home to greengrocers, a fishmonger, a cheesemonger, a butcher, a florist, and a number of international food stalls; it's open every day except Monday.
4–6 rue Lobineau, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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The simplicity and style of these handmade children's clothes has helped Marie Puce acquire a loyal clientele since it was created in 2003. Made to withstand everyday wear and tear, the cotton pants and Liberty of London blouses and dresses can be passed down from one sibling to another.
60 rue du Cherche Midi, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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Artist and illustrator Marin Montagut's whimsical boutique near the Luxembourg Gardens is filled with hand-painted porcelain, glasses, paper boxes, globes, notebooks, and just about anything that is decorative and useful. His tea towels and silk scarves, which feature original illustrations in cheerful pastel colors of the gardens' famous green chairs, or a map of the gardens themselves are perfect souvenirs for lovers of the Left Bank.
48 rue Madame, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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After years of working with the best and brightest in the Paris pastry world, superstar Christophe Michalak is now opening boutiques, writing books, and promoting his skills. His signature pastries are smooth, eye-popping ovals of glazed perfection, whether the bright orange mango mousse with crunchy textures or the green pistachio coconut version. If you're less adventurous, the small vanilla cake is rich and flavorful.
8 rue du Vieux Colombier, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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Paris's bad-boy chocolatier likes to shock with provocative shapes and wicked humor, but it all tastes sinfully good. He designs every detail in his shops, including the presentation tables and futuristic decor. The Boulevard St-Germain shop, his very first, is one of three in the neighborhood and seven citywide. The other two nearby are at 19 rue de Sevres and 2–4 place Saint-Sulpice.
108 bd. St-Germain, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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Sourcing his star ingredient from independent farmers, Pierre Marcolini proves it's all in the bean. His specialty saveurs du monde ("flavors of the world") collection of Belgian chocolates are each made with a single cacao from a single location, such as Madagascar or Ecuador—thus, each has a distinct flavor.
89 rue de Seine, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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Pom d'Api lines up footwear for babies and young children in quality leathers and vivid colors. Expect well-made, eye-catching fashion—bright fuchsia sneakers and leopard suede boots, as well as classic Mary Janes in shades of silver, pink, and gold. There are also utility boots, sandals, and sturdy rain gear.
28 rue du Four, Paris, Île-de-France, 75006, France
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Paris-based couple Ria and Yiouri Augousti have been a designing duo for over three decades. Their signature revival of the artisanal technique of shagreen also includes other exotic materials such as parchment, snakeskin, nacre, and metal. Each piece, whether a desk, table, or chair, is a one-of-a-kind work of art. Though they travel the world for international commissions their flagship store in Paris is still home.
103 rue du Bac, Paris, Île-de-France, 76007, France