Fashion shopping guide

Fashion & shopping tips list free or less expensive fashion exhibitions, installations, events and workshops, vintage events, etc...

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Fashion Week: colette, the cult concept store, returns to the Grand Palais for a few days - last day

The blue icon turns its neon lights back on: colette makes a comeback at the Grand Palais. From September 30 to October 9, 2025, the "Virgil Abloh: The Codes" exhibition brings back the spirit of Sarah Andelman's cult concept store, a must-see spot on the Rue Saint-Honoré. Part living installation, part collector's boutique, this ephemeral return mixes fashion, art, design and music as only colette knew how.
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A free fashion exhibition of unique and sustainable upcycling pieces at Europa Expérience

From October 1 to 31, 2025, Europa Expérience Paris will host a free exhibition featuring 28 designers from across the European Union, showcasing more sustainable fashion.
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Fête des Vendanges 2025 in Rueil-Malmaison (92): between garage sales and events, the program

The Fête des Vendanges de Rueil-Malmaison 2025 returns this Sunday, October 12, for a 48th edition full of color! The Buzenval district will vibrate to the rhythm of traditions and flavors, with garage sales, shows and family events. A festive and gourmet event not to be missed this weekend in Hauts-de-Seine (92)!
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Les DeuxMains du Luxe: immersion in craftsmanship and know-how at the Grand Palais - our photos

Les DeuxMains du Luxe takes over the Grand Palais from October 2 to 5, 2025, to showcase exceptional craftsmanship and know-how. For four free days, discover 32 luxury houses and 20 schools or associations, take part in workshops and attend continuous demonstrations with the craftsmen who shape French creation, from Fashion to Jewellery, Leather to Decoration, Gastronomy and Perfumes.
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Miu Miu Beauty: the free beauty pop-up at Forum des Halles - last day

The Miu Miu Beauty pop-up sets up its bottles on the terrace of the Westfield Forum des Halles and makes Paris sparkle. Between fragrances to sniff, memories to capture and discoveries to take away, the bold universe of the new eau de parfum is experienced as a true sensory journey. From September 26 to October 5, 2025, immerse yourself in a pop, fun, free and 100% Miu Miu experience!
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Exhibition and sale of Hermès, Vuitton, Chanel and YSL luxury bags, jewelry and scarves in Paris

Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Dior ... Fashion's iconic bags and accessories will be on display at the Crédit Municipal de Paris on Friday October 10 and Saturday October 11, 2025, for a free exhibition prior to their auction!
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Fashion Week on the Canal Saint-Martin: Residence unveils its concept store and free parties

The Comptoir Général, on the banks of the Canal Saint-Martin, is transformed into an XXL podium with the pre-opening of the Résidence concept store. Fashion, design and music come together in 1,200 m2 of organic curves, coral floors and photogenic facades. An alternative Fashion Week, free and open to all, to discover designers, emerging labels and electrified nights.
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Le Salon du Vintage 2025, 100% fashion and luxury, at the Carreau du Temple in Paris

Retro, chic and ecological, the Salon du Vintage returns to Paris from November 15 to 16, 2025! In the heart of the Carreau du Temple, in the Marais district, the shopping event will set up its luxury and second-hand racks, for a new 100% fashion edition.
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The "Grande Braderie de tissus et mercerie de la Textilerie" returns to Paris in October

La Textilerie launches its Grande Braderie de tissus et mercerie on October 9, 10 and 11, 2025. In the heart of Paris' 10th arrondissement, (re)discover this creative and eco-responsible place where you can find hundreds of fabrics, buttons and much more!
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Paris Fashion Week: Repetto makes the Marais dance with its pop-up and free juices

To coincide with Paris Fashion Week, Repetto opens "De La Danse à La Ville", its new pop-up in the heart of the Marais district. From October 1 to 5, 2025, visitors can slip on their pointe shoes and plunge into the world of Repetto, where the iconic pink meets the mythical red ballerina, between pointe shoes, a dance bar and free fresh juice.
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Fripalooza: a festival of second-hand clothes and luxury items in Ivry-sur-Seine (94)

For non-stop bargain hunting, head for Ivry-sur-Seine, on October 4 and 5, 2025! Over the course of a weekend, the Fripalooza second-hand festival awaits you, with items at 8 euros as well as luxury items, and lots of entertainment!
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Pop up Café Lancôme x Aya Nakamura: make-up flash, treats and surprises to be won

Beauty addicts beware... get ready for a shot of coffee-scented glam! From October 2 to 4, 2025, Lancôme is taking over a trendy coffee shop in Montmartre to unveil its new make-up collection in collaboration with Aya Nakamura. On the program for this free pop-up: exclusive treats, beauty surprises and a concentrate of style to be savored without moderation!
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Shopping tip: big sale at the So Ouest shopping center in Levallois-Perret (92)

It's time to slash prices and warm up tote bags! The Grande Braderie de So Ouest takes up residence in Levallois-Perret, echoing the one in the city center, on September 27 and 28, 2025. Over 40 retailers, exclusive offers and an exceptional Sunday opening from 11am to 7pm ... a weekend designed for serial shoppers!
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Paris Fashion Week: Kate Moss and Mert Alas sign at Saint Laurent Rive Droite

As Fashion Week returns to light up Paris, Saint Laurent Rive Droite invites fashion addicts to a signing session with Kate Moss and Mert Alas on September 30, 2025.
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ELLE International: free exhibition in a beautiful mansion to celebrate the magazine's 80th anniversary

To celebrate its 80th anniversary, ELLE presents a free exhibition prior to a charity sale, from November 7 to 14, 2025, at the renowned Artcurial auction house. In the heart of the sublime Hôtel Marcel-Dassault, at the foot of the Champs-Élysées, thirty-one international artists unveil never-before-seen works, inspired by freedom, creativity, sisterhood and commitment - values that have thrilled the magazine for eight decades.
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Vide-dressing Violette Sauvage: the second-hand bargain returns this weekend in Paris

Violette Sauvage returns to Paris! France's biggest and most famous fashion sale will take place at Espace Froissart in the Marais district this weekend, September 27-28, 2025. In all, thousands of trendy items and good deals to be found from 11am to 6pm in the 3rd arrondissement of the capital.
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Undesignable Market: the designer furniture flea market returns to Paris this weekend

The Undesignable Market design flea market returns to Paris on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 6.30am to 6pm. The event, featuring over 80 exhibitors from France and Europe, offers a selection of vintage 20th-century furniture, from iconic pieces to the smallest trendy decorative objects, to be discovered outdoors. Take advantage of a stroll along the Left Bank to come and hunt for your favorite piece!
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Braderie des commerçants in Levallois (92): 60 stalls and 40 brands at So Ouest at bargain prices

Ready to bargain, bargain and bargain-hunt? This weekend, from September 27 to 28, 2025, the Levallois Traders' Braderie returns to take over Rue du Président-Wilson and Rue Henri-Barbusse, with 60 stalls including 40 local boutiques brimming with treasures at smart prices. Shops from the Centre So Ouest join in the fun, with a bonus fashion sale for influencers and family entertainment!
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Braderie Le Creuset, the famous French enamelled cast-iron casserole, at Espace Champerret - last day

The Le Creuset braderie returns to Paris from September 19 to 21, 2025 at the Espace Champerret. Three days only to find the iconic cocottes, frying pans and accessories of the French house at rock-bottom prices. Enamelled cast-iron, stainless steel or ceramic ... cult collections come to your kitchen with irresistible discounts!
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Plaza Athénée: a free XXL design installation by Uchronia on display in the palace courtyard

The Plaza Athénée is going to bed... but in a big way! Uchronia installs a monumental bed that transforms the Cour Jardin into a dreamlike stopover until November 11, 2025. Red, green, elegance and design mingle in this Day Bed open to all, where every detail invites you to stroll, contemplate and dream in the heart of the 8th arrondissement.