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Paris Bouquinistes, are they facing another crisis?
What is a stroll along the Seine through the heart of Paris, without a pause to peruse the books at the stalls of the Bouquinistes?

Helen@Quintessentially
Jan 153 min read


Paris Chatou Antique Fair
Paris Chatou Antiques Fair, a feast for the eyes and nourishment for your vintage soul! Here's what you need to know ...

Helen@Quintessentially
Aug 28, 20243 min read


Navigating the Treasure Troves: Insider Tips for Paris Fleamarkets Part 2
Do you dream of wandering through a Paris fleamarket, finding a treasure? Read this insider's guide to the markets the locals shop.

Helen@Quintessentially
Jul 12, 20244 min read


May Day Holiday in France; Fleamarkets and Lily of the Valley
May Day traditions in France; Labour Day, fleamarkets and lily of the valley

Helen@Quintessentially
May 1, 20243 min read


Exploring Paris fleamarkets: Puces Saint Ouen Part 2 : Marché Dauphine
Discover the hidden treasures of Paris fleamarkets at Puces Saint Ouen Dauphine. Uncover antique stores, eclectic finds, and insider tips.

Helen@Quintessentially
Apr 21, 20244 min read


Paris Fleamarkets - an insider's guide
Insider's guide to the Paris fleamarkets, by a Paris resident, finding the fleamarket locations

Helen@Quintessentially
Apr 7, 20244 min read


Exploring Paris fleamarkets; the Marché aux Puces de Saint Ouen - Part 1
Information and tips for visiting Paris fleamarket Puces d'Ouen

Helen@Quintessentially
Feb 21, 20244 min read


Felix Potin Collectibles; Memories of an Extraordinary Paris Store
Felix Potin, was THE Paris grocer, with the slogan, "Félix Potin, on y revient!” (“Félix Potin, your go-to store!”) The favourite of the...

Helen@Quintessentially
Feb 16, 20243 min read


Will you find vintage Dior at a Paris fleamarket?
Parisian flea markets, they can be absolute treasure troves! If you are lucky, you can sometimes find the best vintage designer labels

Helen@Quintessentially
Jan 1, 20243 min read


French Art de Vivre
And the joy of Christofle's silverware designs We are familiar with hearing all these French terms, but what is ‘l’art de vivre’? Like...

Helen@Quintessentially
Oct 13, 20223 min read
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