Fashion may be a luxury, but it’s not inaccessible! From major vintage events, to free couture exhibitions, to stylish events in unusual or iconic locations, this guide takes you on a tour of the capital to bring you the best fashion & shopping tips for October 2024!
Paris, Capital of Fashion. The birthplace of emblematic Maisons de Couture, it is also the setting for Fashion Weeks and the world’s most sought-after trend-setting events. Parisian style is constantly imitated, never equalled, and rightly so! It’s an influence that you too can be a part of!
The City of Light is bursting with creativity. From unusual spots to iconic addresses, new concepts are popping up every day on the Parisian landscape. Friperies, garage sales, flea markets, free exhibitions & workshops, shows, meetings and exclusive tours open up a whole new world of possibilities for trend-setters and those in search of fashion and shopping bargains.
Paris is a veritable playground of style! By following this guide, you’ll discover pop-up stores nestled in palaces, sublime exhibitions in prestigious sales houses, ultra-hot creative workshops in the heart of department stores, visits to emblematiccouture ateliers, and many other free or low-cost surprises.
The guide will also cover the must-seefashion events on the Parisian scene, such as the major dress-vacances and vintage events, as well as the permanent “must-know” addresses!
This guide is updated as we make new discoveries.
The must-have fashion & shopping tips for October 2024 :
UNIQLO celebrates its 40th anniversary with a unique immersive experience! From October 1 to 5, 2024, visit the Pavillon Vendôme to discover the free exhibition The Art and Science of Lifewear, where XXL interactive installations reveal the advances in textile technology made by the famous Japanese fashion brand. [Read more]
The Foire de Chatou returns from September 27 to October 6, 2024 on the Île des Impressionnistes (78). A not-to-be-missed event for antique dealers and art galleries, the 300 exhibitors from all over France invite you to browse through a selection of antique furniture, haute couture fashion accessories, jewelry, vintage toys and other treasures of a bygone era. [Read more]
To coincide with Paris Fashion Week, Yves Saint Laurent Beauty is taking up residence under the Canopée du Forum des Halles from September 27 to October 6, 2024. The House opens an immersive pop-up showcasing its two new fragrances: Libre Flowers & Flames and MYSLF, in an Instagrammable setting punctuated by interactive animations. [Read more]
Are you interested in flea markets, garage sales and ephemeral markets in Paris? Then check out the list of bargain-hunting opportunities on the weekend of October 5-6, 2024 in Paris! [Read more]
The Claw Models is launching a giant casting session for supermodels at the O’Parinor shopping center (93) on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Come to Aulnay-sous-Bois and try your luck at becoming the new face of a major fashion house or the cover model of a famous fashion magazine! [Read more]
The Quidam de Revel Collection takes up residence at Bohnams Cornette de Saint Cyr for a free fashion and haute couture exhibition! On September 28, 30 and October 1, 2024, join us at the Maison de Ventes in Paris’s 8th arrondissement to stroll among emblematic creations from the 1920s to 2000, from Chanel to Yves Saint Laurent. [Read more]
Solidarity shopping returns to Paris with a new edition of the Emmaüs Alternatives kilo sale on Friday, October 4 and Saturday, October 5, 2024. Head to the Halle des Blancs Manteaux to find clothes & accessories for the whole family! [Read more]
La Textilerie launches its Grande Braderie de tissus et mercerie on October 17 and 18, 2024. In the heart of Paris’ 10th arrondissement, (re)discover this creative and eco-responsible place where you can find fabrics, buttons and much more, while contributing to more sustainable fashion! [Read more]
La Samaritaine hosts the free fashion exhibition of the autumn season, dedicated to Chinese embroidery revisited by ten daring young designers. From September 24 to October 23, 2024, discover a world where ancestral tradition and modernity intertwine through unique pieces. Fashion, art and innovation come together in a tribute to Chinese know-how. [Read more]
Want to pick up Paris 2024 Olympics-related items to keep a souvenir of this Olympiad? Several towns and cities in the Paris region will be holding garage sales over the next few months, featuring a wide range of accessories and furnishings! [Read more]
Galeries Lafayette Haussmann is celebrating its 130th anniversary in style! From September 6 to October 27, 2024, the department store has an avalanche of surprises in store, starting with the Anniversary Table suspended under the Coupole, as well as exclusive fashion collections and goodies signed by your favorite designers! [Read more]
Until October 13, 2024, Printemps Haussmann celebrates the jacket in all its guises! From the free fashion exhibition under the majestic cupola to the revamped window displays, the ESMOD Studio space and its couture animations, and the Courrèges pop-up in the Atrium, the entire department store is vibrating to the rhythm of the jacket. [Read more]
Fashion Week returns to Paris from September 23 to October 1, 2024! A 100% fashion week during which fashion houses and designers unveil the new women’s ready-to-wear trends for the Spring-Summer 2025 season. And we’re in luck! Some shows will even be livestreamed! [Read more]
The Puces de Couturières return to Conflans Sainte Honorine (78) for a new edition! On October 6, 2024, the Maison de Quartier de Chennevieres in this charming Yvelines town will be hosting exhibitors of fabrics and haberdashery of all kinds. A great opportunity to discover nuggets and share your passion for the handmade! [Read more]
As summer draws to a close, it’s time to relax, visit, sunbathe and, of course, shop! [Read more]
Lesage celebrates its centenary with a free retrospective exhibition in Paris! From September 26 to January 5, 2024, visit the Galerie du 19M to go behind the scenes of this famous embroidery and weaving house, with haute couture creations and immersive installations, not to mention workshops to introduce you, too, to the art of thread! [Read more]
Paris reinvents itself under a surreal sky with the “Paris Paris!” exhibition at the Bon Marché Rive Gauche from August 24 to October 20, 2024. On the program? Fashion, iconic cafés, culinary delights and hip culture, the best clichés are respected to unveil a postcard Paris, stylish version! [Read more]
An exceptional clearance sale awaits sewing and decorating enthusiasts at Tissus Lolie Shop, in Bobigny (93), until October 4, 2024. With over 10,000 high-quality fabrics at prices up to -70%, it’s the perfect opportunity to unearth nuggets at minis! [Read more]
Dover Street Market, Rei Kawakubo’s concept store, arrives in the Marais district, transforming the former 3537 into an 1100 m2 temple of fashion and art. On the program? Shopping with brands such as Comme des Garçons, Prada and Jacquemus, a gourmet café, exhibitions and cultural and musical events! [Read more]
An avalanche of adorable plush toys and “kawaii” gadgets arrives on the Champs-Élysées with the opening of the MINISO flagship! The ultra-mimi lifestyle brand’s biggest store invites fans of cuteness and inveterate collectors to (re)discover its irresistible products, through multiple universes and collaborations. Opening this Saturday, June 22, 2024! [Read more]
In anticipation of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, LVMH is launching its Cultural Olympiad, a series of exhibitions combining art, sport and fashion at 7 of its iconic addresses. Berluti, Dior, Guerlain, Louis Vuitton and La Samaritaine are all getting in on the Games action! [Read more]
In Guyancourt in the Yvelines, near the Place du Marché, you’ll find a solidarity store offering new goods for three times less, as well as second-hand goods for even less. From clothes to crockery, household linen and even cellophane, you’ll find it all. For 3 months, until June, a second adjacent store is also offering furniture and other large-volume items. Chairs for €5, shelves and other beds still wrapped at bargain prices, how about that? [Read more]
Maison Saint Laurent inaugurates its own bookshop-gallery in the 7th arrondissement of Paris: Saint Laurent Babylone. Open from Wednesday to Sunday, the new hybrid cultural haunt for art and fashion lovers organizes monthly exhibitions, book signings and DJ sets, among shelves stocked with fine art books and a cutting-edge selection of magazines and vinyl. [Read more]
Traveling thrift store, Adjace Paris, is organizing a pop-up of vintage and second-hand jewelry for just €5 in Paris! Until October 6, 2024, head to the Halles district to get your hands on jewelry and accessories for men and women, without breaking your PEL! [Read more]
Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann unveils the Glasswalk, a 9-metre-long glass walkway on the 3rd floor of the Coupole store, suspended 16 metres above the ground. Perfect for an unforgettable shot, this spot offers a unique perspective on 120 years of history. A must for lovers of architecture and quality Instagram spots! [Read more]
Paris has not stolen its reputation as a fashion capital, and Galeries Lafayette wants to remind you of it! Every Friday, the Boulevard Haussmann department store invites you to attend a fashion show to keep up with the latest trends. It’s show time! [Read more]
Permanent fashion & shopping addresses :
Stock clearance stores in Paris are the best way to make good deals during your shopping sessions. If you want to buy beautiful pieces of brands at a reduced price, it’s here! [Read more]
Fans of second-hand and vintage clothing will tell you: when it comes to shopping, there’s nothing better than thrift stores! As there are so many bargain addresses in Paris, we’ve assembled the crème de la crème for you. [Read more]
Welcome to Retro: the temple of second-hand clothing in Paris’s 2nd arrondissement! This 125m2 thrift store offers men, women and children trendy, quality pieces at totally affordable prices. And the best part? Its monthly events combining shopping, flash tattoos and DJ sets. [Read more]
From Paris to Amsterdam, Episode thrift stores are havens of vintage and second-hand, where each piece tells a story of style and originality. Head for the huge Parisian boutique in the Halles district, to explore decades of fashion and be seduced by timeless elegance at affordable prices! [Read more]
A hidden thrift shop has arrived in Paris’ 20th arrondissement! This new second-hand hot spot is sure to cause a stir in the capital, with its concept of unbeatable prices and weekly price reductions! Whether you’re looking for clothes, linen or accessories, you’ll be in for a treat! [Read more]
Popincourt Village is the new destination for second hand and vintage in Paris! Nestled in the 11th arrondissement of the capital, the 100% eco-friendly fashion spot brings together beautiful, eco-friendly stalls where you can find ultra-stylish pieces, vintage luxury, children’s items and home decor at low prices! [Read more]
La Boutique Sans Argent is the place to go for responsible shopping! Located in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, this bargain den offers a wide variety of free items awaiting a second life. An eco-responsible approach, which also encourages customers to drop off donations of all kinds to fill the shelves and thus participate in this virtuous circle of solidarity, fighting against waste! [Read more]
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