Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Hermès, and Yves Saint Laurent—Paris is home to some of the world’s biggest fashion houses. If you’re looking to add a few designer pieces to your wardrobe without spending a fortune, we’ve got you covered.
We spoke with longtime Paris resident, and author of The New Paris and The New Parisienne, Lindsey Tramuta for her tips on where to shop for designer goods on a budget in Paris. Tramuta has spent years combing Paris’ streets in search of its most distinctive businesses and residents, which she posts about on her blog, Lost in Cheeseland, and Instagram. Now, she’s sharing her advice on how to capture that Parisian je ne sais quoi—all without emptying your wallet.