Mecca of French shopping can be called one of the most expensive shopping centers in Paris and at the same time a fine sight of the French capital - Galeries Lafayette, located in the area of the Great shops on Boulevard Osman and Chase-d-Antan.
History Galeries Lafayette
The Layfayette Gallery was opened in the 1890s by the Kahn brothers originally as a haberdashery boutique of lace and ribbons, which for several years grew to the size of a shopping center and became the fashion trendsetter of Paris. The now famous Art Nouveau building with a glass dome by Jacques Gruber was opened in 1912.
In the history of world trade, the Kahn brothers entered their new approach to the sale of clothing for the 19th century. In the Lafayette Gallery, they began to use large counters and sales, and also conducted PR campaigns with the participation of famous people. There were often star performers, such as Edith Piaf in the 50's.
Lafayette Gallery today
Gallery Lafayette 21 century - not only a fashion store, but also one of the attractions of Paris. The glass dome of Jacques Gruber, made in neo-Byzantine style, is included in the category of historical monuments.
The Paris gallery includes three separate buildings with hinged transitions: the central store - Lafayette Coupole, only for men - Lafayette Homme and the convenience store - Lafayette Maison.
On an area of more than 30,000 square meters. m located boutiques more than 300 world brands of clothing, footwear, accessories and products for children. Here are fashion houses like Chanel, Armani, Galliano, Jean Paul Gaultier, Christian Lacroix, Sonia Rykiel, Prada, Calvin Klein, Yves Saint Laurent, Montana, Trussardi, etc.
As in any major shopping center that discerns any customer desires, the Lafayette Gallery has many cafes and restaurants, the Lafayette Gourmet wine and delicatessen supermarket - at the same time a gastronomic court and restaurant complex that includes Bar Rouge and Chêne Vert ), as well as underground parking.
In the fairy-tale palace with gifts Lafayette Gallery turns every Christmas, when in the center of the main building, under the dome, a huge luxurious Christmas tree is put up.
Also Gallery Lafayette pleases its visitors with exhibitions, autograph sessions of celebrities and fashion shows.
Practical information
- Address: Osman Boulevard, 40
- Working hours: from 9:30 to 20:00 (until 21:00 on Thursday), Sunday - a day off
- Tel. +33 142 823 456
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