Private Tour: Fashion History in the Heart of Paris
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149 Ratings
Paris
Embark on a private walking tour through the fashion streets of Paris and uncover the rich history of fashion in the city. Explore Rue Saint-Honoré, Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, and Place Vendôme while learning fascinating stories about the iconic French design houses.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Palais-Royal - Les Deux Plateaux, more commonly known as the Colonnes de Buren, a highly controversial art installation created by the French artist Daniel Buren. It turned into an iconic place for the fashionistas, where you can enjoy a photo op.
Some notable vintage boutiques are also located in the area. - Rue Saint Honore - The oldest Parisian fashion district. We will also stop by the Chanel original store, located at rue Cambon, where the legendary designer started her career
- Place Vendome - The most important place in Europe for the jewelry business
- Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore - Walk along Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré where the most important fashion houses have their boutiques located, towards Palais de l’Elysée, the official residence of the President of France
What's Included
- Private guide
- Shopping tips and advice
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Uncover the roots of style in the city where it began with this personalized walking tour along the sartorial streets of Paris—Rue Saint-Honoré and Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. Also, explore the sophisticated Place Vendôme. As you stroll, receive fascinating insights into the fashion world from an expert guide, who imparts intriguing tales of top French design houses. We also provide adaptable commencement times to ensure customer’s contentment.
- May be operated by a multilingual guide
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
La Comédie Française
Place Colette
In front of the famous theater Comédie Française near the exit of the metro station
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(149 Ratings)
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Tiffany_b
May 15, 2024
Best tour in Paris! - This was maybe the best tour I did in Paris. Ivo was the best guide! So knowledgeable and passionate about his subject. I learned SO much. We walked the fashion district and I learned all about so many famous French designers.
I am no fashion expert but found this so fascinating. If you have any interest in fashion at all especially the history of it in Paris, this is the tour for you!
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Deirdre_m
May 9, 2024
amazing experience - Our personal guide Ivo was amazingly educated and passionate about the history of fashion and the fashion culture in Paris. I learned so much from him and really enjoyed our time on the tour. We highly recommend this tour!
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Pittmv
May 5, 2024
Great Fashion Tour and view of town - Ivo was a great guide and knew lots about fashion history and how it has changed over time. Took us too a few iconic spots along with a walk down the fashion avenue giving background on several fashion houses.
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Gerald_a
Apr 22, 2024
A very good introduction to the history of the grand names of Paris haute couture - We travelled back in time to the origins of haute couture in the early 17th century. We learnt from Ivo's encyclopaedic memory of fashion, from the original tailors who ventured into designing for clients (Mr Worth and beyond?)
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Jacklin_h
Apr 19, 2024
Had a wonder experience... - Had a wonder experience the tour guide was very passionate in his knowledge of couture, fashion and history of the area. Highly recommend this tour you will learn a lot about vintage couture and see some beautiful pieces!
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Kimberly_c
Apr 16, 2024
Interesting! - It was interesting to learn about the intentionality of the fashion shows, see where some were held and see behind the current window current displays of the various fashion houses and learn about their design as it relates to the designer or makes a reference to the season’s fashion show.
A fun afternoon spent with my niece!
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John_w
Apr 12, 2024
Very enjoyable - Meeting Ivo, such a lovely and knowledgable person, happy to interact and discuss certain elements of the tour. Very enjoyable.
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Patricia_k
Apr 9, 2024
Great Stories! - What a fabulous experience! Ivo is passionate about fashion, with great insight and stories of Paris. This was just what we were looking for…
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Redonna_b
Apr 7, 2024
Fantastic Tour! - We thoroughly enjoyed our time with Ivo! He is super knowledgeable and friendly and catered to my daughter (14) who wants to enter the Fashion Industry. He gave us the history of the major fashion designers from Paris and how they were inspired and grew their collections, and how they are known today. He also gave her practical tips on getting into the Fashion industry. We had my mother along as well and he kept the pace slow to accommodate her and the content engaging for all of us. 10/10 recommend!
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Kimberly_b
Apr 7, 2024
A PASSION for the history of fashion - Ivo was incredible! We were three generations of women aged 70s to 10 attending his tour. Ivo has a clear passion for fashion and had so many interesting stories to tell us. It was very fun to walk the historical fashion area. He answered every question we threw at him. The pace was great, the information was great, and he had such a warm personality. I would probably recommend this tour for slightly older children (maybe teens?) as my daughter had a harder time being entertained with the verbal and typically needs more visual and "games" such as find the X or something along those lines. Ivo did a great job working to engage her so it is very kid-dependent.
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