Even a very busy person will certainly return from France with purchases. The very name of this country is associated with elegance, style and famous chic brands. And even the anticipation of such an occupation, like shopping in France, makes the heart of any fashionista knock faster. Even those who are indifferent to shopping are sure to enter the taste of visiting French boutiques.
Shopping tour in Paris
Many go to Paris just for shopping, in the so-called "shopping tours". Often these trips fall just for the period of sales, which are held twice a year. At this time, discounts reach up to 70% of the original cost of goods.
The most inexpensive shopping in Paris all year round can be done in the "Village of sales." The biggest outlet in Paris is not far from Disneyland. Nevertheless, when prices during discounts fall in all major boutiques, the choice and value of the goods here are not competitive.
If you come to do shopping in Paris in April or May, when you can buy at a discount both the remaining clothes of the last winter collection, and the new items of the spring-summer season, be sure to visit the main street, which has a huge number of boutiques - Rivoli. Lovers of large shopping centers and malls should visit the trading houses Printemps, BHV, Galeries Lafayette. The assortment here amazes absolutely everyone, even the most inveterate "shopaholics".
If the purpose of shopping in France are some rare things or antiques, it is worth to visit the "flea markets", which are invariably in demand both with the French themselves and with tourists.
How to save money while shopping in France?
Quite high prices in French shops make you think about ways to save money. So before you go shopping in France, remember some tips that will help you save money:
- Resale. Seasons of grandiose sales in
France lasts from mid-January to mid-February and from mid-June to mid-July. - Outlets. Year-round collections for the last year are provided by French outlets. Their lack - they are located outside the city.
- VAT refund. Another way to save money is to return the VAT on purchases from the customs - about 10%. In order to do this, the amount of purchases must be above 100 euros and at the time of purchase the cashier in the store must issue you a check of tax-free, which you need to notify the cashier before paying for the goods.