Project Description
PARIS
FASHION TOUR
There is no other city as fashionable as Paris. The city of lights has always held the tradition of being a crib of fashion, from its classical royal past to its glamorous history of Haute Couture and amazing designers like Coco Chanel, Yves Saint-Laurent, Lanvin, and countless more, France has a history of elegance, creativity, and talent like no other country. In this tour, you will dive deep into the world of French fashion, on a journey that will inspire and enchant you, like a true fashionista fairy tale…
Are you ready for an immersive journey to the world of French couture?
Bienvenue a Paris!
DAY
1
ARRIVAL IN PARIS
After arriving at the airport, you will be met by our local representative and be transferred to your hotel for check-in. You will have some free time before going out for a welcome dinner.
Overnight.
DAY
2
AN INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD OF HAUTE-COUTURE…
After breakfast, meet your expert guide and visit the Printemps store to learn about its history and modern-day initiatives like creating a unisex session for gender-neutral and non-binary clients section. You can also visit the backstage of the shop to have a unique view of how one of the most important shops in the world works, and end the tour at the rooftop where you can marvel at the panoramic views of the city of lights.
Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, you will head to Rue Saint Honoré, one of the meccas of luxury fashion in the world, where you will find the most important fashion brands and boutiques like Hermès, Lanvin, YSL, Isabel Marant, Louis Vuitton… On the way to this fashion paradise, you will get to see where Coco Chanel itself lived and founded her brand, a worldwide synonym of elegance and femininity.
Return to your hotel. Overnight.
DAY
3
EXPLORING COOL, HIP PARIS!
After breakfast, in the morning, you will embark on a journey to discover the world of Guerlain… Take part in a themed masterclass in the workshops of the famous House on the Champs-Elysées. Like a magician who reveals the secrets of his most beautiful tricks, Guerlain recounts the genesis and inspirations of his fragrances.
In the afternoon, with your local guide, explore the Les Marais district, the hip & cool area of Paris. Discover the village Saint-Paul with its alleys, secret courtyards, and hidden passages. Home to many antique shops, Les Marais is the best neighborhood to find second-hand steals. The cool part of Paris boasts an array of stores that offer clothing from as little as 1€ – a fashion enthusiast’s dream!
Return to your hotel. Overnight.
DAY
4
A JOURNEY INTO THE WORLD OF GLAMOUR…
After breakfast, in the morning, you will visit the Didier Ludot store, a world-famous vintage boutique. Didier Ludot is regularly solicited for professional evaluations of haute couture pieces. Didier knows when any article of clothing was made, spot fakes, and estimate an item’s worth. With an impeccable location, in the galleries facing the Palais Royal garden, a hidden gem usually skipped by tourists, visiting this boutique is like going back to the most glamorous years of Paris.
After lunch, head to the Louvre Museum, where you will visit the Musée de la Mode et du Textile, the Museum of the Costume and Textile. This museum in Paris now holds around 16,000 costumes, 35,000 fashion accessories, and around 30,000 textiles. Located within the Rohan wing of The Louvre, split over two levels, there are around 1500 meters squared of exhibition space. Return to your hotel. Overnight.
DAY
5
PARIS FASHION ICONS
After breakfast, you will visit the Azzedine Alaia Foundation, where you will have a private guided tour with a specialist in fashion history.
Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, you will head to another iconic Parisian area, the “Golden Triangle” Composed of the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, the elegant Avenue Montagne, and the Avenue Geroge V. You will end the tour with a visit to the Galeries Lafayette, where you can go to the rooftop to discover the amazing panoramic views.
Return to your hotel. Overnight.
DAY
6
THE HISTORY OF FRENCH FASHION…
After breakfast, you will head out to visit the Fondation Pierre Bergé/ Yves Saint Laurent Museum. followed by lunch and a visit to the Musèe Galliera, the museum of fashion. The Palais Galliera preserves some of the richest collections in the world. Estimated today at nearly 200,000 works (clothing, accessories, photographs, drawings…), these collections reflect the codes of clothing in France from the 18th century to the present day and are regularly the subject of numerous exhibitions in Paris, France, and foreign countries. Return to your hotel. Overnight.
DAY
7
A DAY FOR THE CLASSICS!
After breakfast, this morning, you will meet with one of the best experts of Maison Lanvin, who will introduce you to the history of the Lanvin House, during a private conference where you will discover fashion tips and cultural anecdotes. After that, you will be met by your local guide and explore the Saint-Germain-des-Près neighborhood, home to the famous Café de Flore, then head to the Palais du Luxembourg and its gardens.
Visit the Tour Eiffel, riding all the way up to the top, and end the day with a boat cruise through the river Seine so you can appreciate the scenic views of the city of lights from the water. Overnight.
DAY
8
FRANCE’S MOST GLAMOROUS PAST…
After breakfast, you will board your private transfer and head to Versailles. Come back in time and see how Marie Antoniette, a fashion icon herself, lived. Visit the palace and the gardens, and feel like you are a part of French royalty. Marvel at the luxury of the Hall of Mirrors, explore the King Apartments and try the famous hot chocolate at Angelina`s, considered by many the best hot chocolate in Paris. Did you know that hot chocolate was highly appreciated by the court? Return to Paris and overnight.
DAY
9
CONTEMPORARY FRENCH FASHION DESIGNERS
After breakfast, you will meet your guide and go on a walking tour to discover the world of contemporary French fashion brands like Comptoir des Cotonniers, Sézane, Maje, Sandro, and Isabel Marant. What`s so special about those brands? How does France`s fashion history influence them? You will have a special visit to one of their headquarters and learn about its style and strength.
Free afternoon to enjoy Paris as you wish.
Tonight, you will be treated to a very special farewell dinner to close your trip in high style. Overnight.
DAY
10
AURREVOIR, PARIS! GOODBYE PARIS!
Check out from your hotel and transfer to the airport. End of our services.
Please take note that this program is given depending on the sanitary conditions in 2022.
Depending on the Covid-19 evolution, gauges could be established and sites could be closed by our partners.
The agency reserves the right to modify or reverse the order of visits for the benefit of the traveler.
