What are the best exclusive luxury brands and products to know that are available only in France? In our quest to bring the world of luxury to you, we’ve rounded up the best shopping guide of luxury items you can buy only in France or Paris, or online from a chic French brand.
What are the best chic luxury brands and products you can buy only in France?
Just as the famous song implies, there is nothing like April in Paris. The flowers, the outdoor cafes, the bustling narrow streets. And of course, the luxury boutiques along the Avenue, Montaigne, and Rue St. Honore brimming with the latest spring styles. Unfortunately, we will have to wait until next year to enjoy springtime in the City of Lights.
But just because we cannot travel to Paris right now doesn’t mean that we can’t bring a little piece of France to us. Thanks to the internet, even some of the most hard-to-find made-in-France items are available at our fingertips.
The only problem? Knowing what to get and where to find it. That’s where we come i
From the latest fashion finds and cult beauty brands for recreating the iconic French girl look to the must-have heirloom cookware for crafting and creating the perfect crepe during your comfort baking sessions, we’ve assembled some of the most sought-after cult favorite French products.
While we can’t replace the pure joy of exploring Paris in the spring, we can bring some of the country’s iconic craftsmanship, elegance and luxury right to your doorstep.
Without further ado, here are our top fifteen picks for enjoying a little piece of that ineffable Parisian “je ne sais quoi” from the comfort of your home.
the best luxury brands found only in France
1. Gabin Dress
Dress like a Parisian in one of Rouje’s breezy floral dresses. The label’s Gabin Dress ($265.00.) reminds us of a quintessential French girl look previously only found from scouring vintage shops. All you need is your favorite red lipstick to complete the look.
BUY NOW – $265.00.
2. BB Raffia Mules
Amélie Pichard is probably one of the most adventurous shoe designers in the entire world, not just France. Among our favorites is the BB Raffia Mules ($210.72) which can be worn with dresses or simply with jeans and a white t-shirt.
BUY NOW – $210.72.
3. Virginie Felt Hat
Part of Chanel’s special ateliers, Maison Michel is known for everything from jaunty berets to fedoras and tulle veils. You can’t go wrong with a classic Virginie Felt Hat ($930.00). It makes for the perfect topper for practically any outfit.
BUY NOW – $930.00.
4. Bonjour Coco Straw Basket Bag
Bonjour Coco specializes in Straw Basket ($162.00) bags designed after the one carried by Jane Birkin in the ’70’s. French girls like Sabina Socol and Jeanne Damas carry them on repeat.
BUY NOW – $162.00.
5. Pamela Air Necklace
Louise Damas creates everyday jewelry pieces for layering, like the simple yet elegant Pamela Air Necklace ($151.31) featuring a golden daisy.
BUY NOW – $151.31.
6. Single Wire Hair Band
Looking for the perfect hair accessory to accent your messy bun? Try a Single Wire Hair Band ($149.21) from Annelise Michelson. You’ll also find stunning earrings, necklaces and rings.
BUY NOW – $149.21.
7. L’Huile de Leonor Greyl
Wanna know the French secret to healthy lived-in hair? Leonor Greyl L’Huile de Leonor Greyl ($60.00) detangles, protects and restores damaged length and ends. Use it as a pre-shampoo treatment for over-processed hair.
BUY NOW – $60.00.
8. Marseilles Lavender Hand Soap
There’s nothing more French than Lavender Hand Soap ($10.00) from Marseilles.
BUY NOW – $10.00.
9. Josephine Floral Garden
Cire Trudon has been crafting candles since the 1600’s. In addition to luscious scents like the Josephine Floral Garden ($125.00 – $660.00), they’re also known for their intricate candle busts of Napoleon and Marie Antoinette.
BUY NOW – $125.00 – $660.00 Depending on Size.
10. Wedding Imperial Tea
Bring Paris’s Mariage Frères famous deliciously aromatic teas, including the chocolatey Wedding Imperial Tea ($18.00), into your home for an elegant afternoon treat aftering a Zoom with your boss.
BUY NOW – $18.00.
11. Larousee Gastronomique: The World’s Greatest Culinary Encyclopedia
Larousse Gastronomique: The World’s Greatest Culinary Encyclopedia ($115.00) has been the foremost resource of culinary knowledge since its initial publication in 1938. Considered the bible of French cooking, it covers everything from cooking techniques, ingredients and recipes to equipment, food histories and culinary biographies. In fact, Julia Child once wrote, “If I were allowed only one reference book in my library, Larousse Gastronomique would be it, without question.”
BUY NOW – $115.00.
luxury brands and products you can buy only in France
There you have it, our shopping guide to the best exclusive luxury brands available only in France. Any one of these items would be a wonderful way to help bring some of the joy of the City of Lights into your home. In the meantime it also helps to remember the French saying, “après la pluie, le beau temps.” After the rain, the nice weather.
We’ll see you soon, Paris.