258 Best Places to Shop in France

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.

To experience the French fascination for comic books, take a peek in this bookstore, where you'll find Tintin alive and well. The café in back is a nice place to get a feel for the bande dessinée (graphic novel) scene, known as the "Ninth Art" in France.

Plan a trip here to see how silk prints are made, and perhaps take home a piece of Lyon.

This Rue de Sevigné boutique is Paris's touchstone for edgy, up-to-the-second styles. L'Eclaireur's knack for uncovering new talent and championing established visionaries is legendary—no surprise after 30 years in the business. Hard-to-find geniuses, like leather wizard Isaac Sellam and British prodigy Paul Harnden, coexist with luxe labels such as Ann Demeulemeester, Jil Sander, and Maison Margiela.

L'Habilleur is a favorite with the fashion press and anyone looking for a deal. For women, there's a great selection from Harley of Scotland, Wax London, and Henrik Vibskov. Men can find elegant suits from Scandinavian designers.

Want Bordeaux's best bread to go with your cheese? Get in line. Apparently, the word's out about La Fabrique Pains et Bricoles because the queue is out the door at this fine bakery—and that's always a good sign.

Cheese fans will fall in love with this little shop steps from Les Cave du Louvre, a wine cellar run by the same team. The open plan of the fromagerie allows shoppers to get up close and personal with a wide range of cheeses, from time-tested favorites like Comté and Brie to house specialties like peat whiskey-aged tomme de Savoie. And unlike many other Parisian cheese shops, it's open on Monday. The shop also offers customizable picnic boxes for one to four people that feature a selection of cheeses and charcuterie.

Hélene Vié's unique floating boutique, La Maison de la Violette, celebrates the flower that has been emblematic of Toulouse since Napoleon's time. A box of crystallized violets or a bottle of violet liqueur makes a suitably imperial souvenir.

In Lyon's old silk quartier, this boutique is replete with fine examples of locally made fabrics that you can wear or take home with you.

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.

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.

Founded in 1862, Ladurée oozes period atmosphere—even at the big Champs-Élysées branch (No. 75)—but nothing beats the original tearoom on Rue Royale, with its pint-size tables and frescoed ceiling. Ladurée claims a familial link to the invention of the macaron, so it's no surprise that there's a huge selection on offer. Unfortunately, service has lagged at all three of the tearooms in recent years, and the crowded space feels more like an ersatz tourist destination than the historic tearoom that it is. Still, Ladurée’s stylish boxes make memorable, delicious gifts.

This shop has the largest selection of wine in one spot in Europe—more than 6,000 wines and spirits from all over the world, ranging from the simple to the sublime. There are expert English-speaking sommeliers on-site to help you sort it all out, as well as a wine-tasting bar, a bookshop, and a restaurant.

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.

Le Monde Sauvage is a must-visit for home accessories. Expect reversible silk bedspreads in rich colors, velvet throws, hand-quilted bed linens, silk floor cushions, colorful rugs, and the best selection of hand-embroidered curtains in silk, cotton, linen, or velvet.

White tea, green tea, black tea, tea from China, Japan, Indonesia, South America, and more: you can expect a comprehensive tea experience here. Try one of the flavored varieties, such as Hammam, a traditional Turkish recipe with date pulp, orange flower, rose, and red berries.

One of the best wine shops in Paris, Les Caves Augé has been in operation since 1850. It's just the ticket, whether you're looking for a rare vintage, a select Bordeaux, or a seductive bubbly for a tête-à-tête. English-speaking experts are on hand to guide you through an excellent selection of small-producer, organic, and natural wines and select grower-producer Champagnes.

Everyone heads here to pick up homemade pâté, cold cuts, cheese, salad, and other picnic essentials.

Monsieur Roellinger's newest addition to his culinary empire, Les Entrepôts Épices-Roellinger is dedicated to the exotic spices he personally searches the world to find. In addition to individual spices, it stocks exotic peppers, fleur de sel, choice vanillas, and the acclaimed owner’s signature spice blends—such as Poudre Curry Corsaire (for mussels and shellfish) and Poudre du Vent (for squab or cream sauces). There's now a branch in St-Malo and another in Paris.

This curated selection of elegant vintage and contemporary housewares, artwork, tableware, lighting, carpets, furniture, and much more is all "ethical" secondhand and sourced with love for their next owners.

Take a cue from superstar chef Paul Bocuse and shop at the market stalls of Lyon's most extensive and vibrant food market, named after its legendary chef.

You'd be hard pressed to find a more charming line of vibrant, adorable, colorful, and feminine costume jewelry, and everything is completely distinct and a lot of fun. This Nice-based brand's necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and rings mix leaves, flowers, fruit, and a colorful array of faux gemstones in fanciful bouquets. You'll also find colorful creatures, such as ladybugs, unicorns, ballerinas, bird's nests, and a couple of koala bears swinging from a golden vine among green gems. You'll get a lift just trying them on.

The "Oeil de Sainte Lucie," the small plate that closes a mollusk's shell, can be found here in pendants, rings, earrings, and bracelets. Natural Corsican stones are also showcased at this friendly boutique.

This small flea market is a hit with the fashion and design set. It specializes in easily portable items (like textiles or clothing) and collectible objects that include books, posters, postcards, and glassware. With tables sprawling along both sides of the sidewalk, there's an extravagant selection—just be sure to bargain with vendors. It's open only on weekends from 8 am to 2 pm, but come early for the real deals as good stuff goes fast.

Since 1902, this candy maker has been delighting gourmands of all ages with the delicious rigolette, a thin shell of steamed sugar lightly frosted and filled with natural fruit pulp. You'll also find a range of traditional sweets and specialty chocolates packed in sachets or beautiful signature boxes for the perfect gift.

One-stop shopping for all your beverage needs, this lovely wineshop is just a few blocks north of the Place de la Republique and stocks vintages from around the country, often from small producers. There's also a nice selection of French spirits. For those looking for a deeper understanding of the grape, regular workshops and tastings are held by the owner.