Printemps

Take a look at the elaborate facade of this store for a reminder of the Gilded Age. Inside, the merchandise is divided into housewares (Printemps Maison), women's fashion (Printemps de la Mode), and men's clothes (Le Printemps de l'Homme). Since a change in ownership in 2006, the Printemps has been chasing a serious luxury market, and now displays a cavalcade of high-end brands across its selection. Inside, a magnificent stained-glass dome, through which turquoise light cascades into the sixth-floor La Brasserie Printemps, where you can have a coffee or a full meal. Interpreters at the Welcome Service in Printemps de la Mode will help you find what you're looking for, claim your VAT refund, and so on. Printemps also has a tourist discount card, offering a flat 10% discount. Open Monday to Wednesday and Friday to Saturday 9:35am to 7pm; Thursday 9:35am to 9pm.

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