This year, for your Christmas gifts, favor local products and artisanal gifts. It’s a way to promote French know-how, and to offer your loved ones unique and personalized objects. To help you in your quest, here are 10 good addresses for artisanal gifts in Paris .
Arty Dandy, original and quality gifts
Arty Dandy offers a selection of original gifts that will make a difference under the tree. The best design and fashion brands are represented through refined brands of shoes, watches, scarves, decorative objects, and even high-tech products. And for small budgets, you will find what you are looking for in the selection of inexpensive gifts.
Addresses:
- Arty Dandy Marais, rue de Turenne, 3rd arrondissement;
- Arty Dandy Saint-Germain-des-Prés, rue Furstemberg, 6th arrondissement.
Flying Tiger, the Danish boutique in the heart of Paris
Flying Tigeris a chain of decoration stores straight from Copenhagen, and spread across more than 30 countries. There you can find all kinds of original creations all having in common their low prices. Great finds are yours in this Parisian boutique with hundreds of trendy references .
Address: 72 rue rambuteau, 1st arrondissement.
Les Refiners, to offer a story and an experience
At Les Raffineurs , each object has a story, from decorative objects to gourmet gifts. The creators are selected on line to offer a unique experience to customers, and to stand out with a more personalized gift idea , the Parisian boutique also offers experiences to offer. From creating your own perfume to making your own beer, Les Raffineurs have the ideal gift for you.
Addresses:
- Les Raffineurs Marais, rue Vieille du Temple, 3rd arrondissement;
- Les Raffineurs Saint-Sulpice, rue de Rennes, 6th arrondissement;
- Les Raffineurs Bastille, rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine, 11th arrondissement.
Thank you, the boutique with unique pieces
The Merci concept store is installed in a large 1,500 m² house where each room is unique. From household linen to fashion accessories, including high-tech objects, you will find great gift ideas in this trendy Paris address.
Address: 111, boulevard Beaumarchais, 3rd arrondissement.
Slow Galerie, your art gallery in Paris 11
Art lovers will definitely find what they are looking for at the Slow Galerie boutique , where hundreds of limited edition works , sometimes even numbered, are on sale. From illustration to screen printing, find the original and unique gift that will delight your loved ones for Christmas.
Address: 5, rue Jean-Pierre Timbaud, 11th arrondissement.
Flowers, the charming decoration boutique
Contrary to what its name suggests, the concept store Les fleurs is not a flower shop, but rather two shops with very distinct universes : on one side, Passage Josset, you will find stationery items, toys for child, decoration and jewelry. On the other side, rue Trousseau, the space is more dedicated to furniture, plants and vintage decoration. One thing is certain, you will find unique gift ideas for your loved ones.
Addresses:
- 6, Passage Josset;
- 5, rue Trousseau, 11th arrondissement.
The bookstore-workshop La Régulière
La Régulière is the essential address for all lovers of beautiful books and literature . Much more than a simple bookstore, this charming little shop also offers a place for exchange and sharing around art in general. This Parisian address will always be of good advice to find the gift you are missing.
Address: 43, rue Myrha, 18th arrondissement.
Offer a moment of well-being in the living room
What if, for Christmas, you chose to offer an experience rather than an object? At the Singjan Sabaikaya massage parlor , we offer you a journey of the senses through traditional massages and well-being treatments. Between the Thai massage and foot reflexology, hot oil massage and skull massage, treat your loved ones with a well-being experience.
Address: 76, rue des Martyrs, 18th arrondissement.
Sardine flowers, the Parisian soap factory
Another sure value for Christmas gifts: cosmetics. Fleurs de sardines is an original address to find soaps for the face and body . Made up of 100% French ingredients, most often organic, the soaps highlight Parisian know-how and the quality of local products, with a cold saponification method which preserves the properties of each ingredient as much as possible.
Address: 64, rue des Poissonniers, 18th arrondissement.
Mon Jardin Chocolaté, for gourmet gifts
At Christmas, giving chocolate is a sure bet, almost a tradition! So, to be original and offer a truly delicious gift, go to My Chocolate Garden . The artisan chocolatier imagines original and tasty creations for all your family and friends. From mini chocolate bars to milk chocolate Christmas balls, including the little dark chocolate Christmas tree, the hardest part will be choosing!
Address: 28, rue Raymond Losserand, 14th arrondissement.
Christmas gift shopping often turns into a headache. Visit our selection of 10 Parisian artisanal boutiques to find the original idea that is sure to please.