Espace Guerrisol

This is a treasure trove of very cheap thrift. Ok, so you will find many pieces you wouldn't want to wear, but, hidden amonst the pilesare items of pure gold. On our last visit we found 3 vintage cocktail frocks for under 10 euros each, a handful of cardigans for 2 euros and a pair of red ankle boots.

This is the place to go if you enjoy the rummage and the adrenalin rush of finding something amazing for a bargain basement price. This is why those in the know keep coming back here again and again.

Espace Guerrisol
19 avenue de Clichy, Paris, 75017
Mon - Sat 10.00 - 19.30
Metro Place de Clichy

Episode

We just love a visit to Episode on the rue Tiquetonne; a charming piétonne street just off the bustling market street of rue Montorgueil. 

Popular with students and fashionistas alike; Episode provides reliable vintage selections at reasonable second hand prices. We find it impossible to go into this shop without buying at least one item.

As you can see, you will find lots of denim, leather jackets, floral play suits, racks of vintage dresses and hundreds of men's shirts and t shirts. 

It's all here and easy to find, what ever you are after. So if you don't like to rummage you will enjoy this address.

Episode
16 rue Tiquetonne, Paris, 75002
Mon 13.00 - 20.00, Tues - Fri 11.30 - 19.30, Sat 11.00 - 20.00
Metro Etienne Marcel

Marché aux Puces D'Aligre

This little market has a real local feel to it. Located in Bastille and next to the food market; it makes for a pleasant lunchtime potter. Here you will find clothes, books and bric a brac at low prices. We found some cool 70's vintage scarves for 3 euros each. Take cash and don't forget to haggle.

Big piles of old clothes and trinkets can be found on tables here... so dive in and see what you can find!

Marché aux Puces D'Aligre
Place d'aligre, Paris, 75011
Tues - Sun 7.30 - 13.30
Metro Ledru Rollin

Frip'irium

Spending an afternoon wandering the fashionable streets of the Marais is one of our favorite things to do in Paris. While in the area we always pop into this excellent vintage boutique. Their collection of colourful frocks from the 70's and 80's is excellent. Also, for a bit of fun on our last visit we picked up some vintage pin up girl swimwear. Allez à la plage (let's go to the beach) anyone?

Frip'irium
2 rue de la Verrerie, Paris, 75004
Tues - Sat 13.00 - 21.00, Sun from 14.00, closed Mon
Metro St Paul

Free'p'Star

With three locations in the fashionable Marais district, Free'p'Star stores are fun to visit. They are popular for good reasons; good collection, good prices and great locations.They are jam packed with vintage items from predominately the 70's and 80's. There are bargains to be found here, but you also have to compete with the crowds that pack these stores out every day.

This is a wonderfully disorganised space crammed with vintage treats and lots of other shoppers; but we think that's gotta be that's be a big part of the store's charm. We'll see you there early so we can grab the best bargains!

Free'p'Star
3 locations
61 rue de la Verrerie, Paris, 75004
8 rue Sainte Croix de la Bretonnerie, Paris, 75004
20 rue de Rivoli, Paris, 75004
Tues - Sat 11.00 - 21.00, Sun 12.00 - 21.00
Metro St Paul

La Petite Fripe

Oh what a lovely little friperie!

We were having lunch across the road at one of the many cool cafes in the area when we spottedt his inviting little red shop and popped in. We were really excited by what we found.

They have a large selection of retro sunglasses and other accessories that were all in very good condition.

We went at sale time and bought a couple of very pretty vintage dresses for less than 10 euros. We also saw a good selection of leather, fur and denim at really reasonable prices.

La Petite Fripe has a warm and friendly vibe that makes this must visit address on your vintage trip around the Oberkampf and Belleville areas.

La Petite Fripe
118 Rue Oberkampf, Paris, 75011
Tues - Thurs 13.00 - 21.00, Fri - Sat 13.00 - 22.00, Sun 15.00 - 21.00
Metro Parmentier or Menilmontant

Chinemachine

Wandering around Montmatre, Paris' bohemian neighborhood on the hill, feels a little like strolling through your own vintage movie. Full of local characters and quirky boutiques.

One of our favourite boutiques up here, is Chinemachine.  They have a good selection of vintage dresses, shoes and other pieces at really reasonable prices. We found a cool vintage kimono and colourful retro summer dresses at very low prices. We think you will be smitten.

Where: 100 Rue Des Martyrs, 75018 PARIS