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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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