Unlike in the United States, stores in France don’t have random, year-round sales. The sales season here is limited to just 2 four-week periods each year, so you need to make the most of that time to take advantage of the best promotions. Here are our suggestions for shopping the sales in Paris.
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It’s officially the season of Les Soldes! In France, these government-regulated sales periods come around twice a year, once in summer and once in winter, so make sure to take advantage while you can!
The 2026 Paris summer sales run from June 24 through July 21, with the 2027 winter sales scheduled for January 6 through February 2.
If you’re in Paris at this time, it’s the perfect chance to get some great deals. From world-renowned luxury brands to small local boutiques, nearly all stores in Paris participate, so prepare to do some serious shopping!
Below, you’ll find our five top tips for where to shop les soldes while in Paris.
- Luxury shopping
- Something for everyone
- Far from the crowds
- Classic Paris department stores
- Chic shopping center
Discover even more of our favorite places to shop in Paris.
Luxury Shopping: Place Vendôme & Rue Saint Honoré
Yes, even the crème de la crème of luxury brands gets in on les soldes, often offering between 20% and 40% off some of last season’s items. From Louboutin to Chanel and Louis Vuitton to Longchamp, all the famous names can be found around the Place Vendôme or along the Rue Saint Honoré.
This oh-so-chic part of Paris lies north of the Tuileries Gardens and extends west to the Palais de l’Elysées, the home of the French President. Needless to say, this area attracts a lot of tourists, window shoppers, and luxury-lovers alike.
- Place Vendôme, 75001 Paris (Metro Tuileries)
- Rue Saint Honoré, 75001 Paris (Metro Concorde)
Something for Everyone: Rue de Rivoli & Rue du Commerce
One of Paris’s main shopping streets, the Rue de Rivoli is roughly two miles long.
Although it runs all the way from Saint Paul in Le Marais past the Louvre to the Place de la Concorde, most of the stores lie between Hôtel de Ville and the metro stop Louvre-Rivoli. Along the street, you’ll find shops selling mostly fast fashion, affordable accessories, or beauty products.
For a somewhat-less-crowded shopping session, try the Rue du Commerce instead.
Little-known by tourists, this tree-lined street in the 15th Arrondissement is a favorite among locals. Roughly 100 mid-range boutiques and budget-friendly brands sell men’s and women’s fashion, shoes and accessories, beauty products, and jewelry.
- Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris (Metro Louvre-Rivoli)
- Rue du Commerce, 75015 Paris (Metro Commerce)
Away from the Crowds: Bercy Village
This pleasant open-air shopping center is often overlooked by Parisians and tourists alike. Situated in the 12th Arrondissement, Bercy Village is home to several home décor boutiques and clothing stores, and there are also plenty of great restaurants if you work up an appetite.
- Cour Saint-Emilion, 75012 Paris (Metro Cour Saint-Émilion)
Classic Paris Department Stores: Printemps, Galeries Lafayette, BHV, Bon Marché
These four stores represent the historic Grands Magasins de Paris, department stores that date back to the second half of the 19th century.
With impressive architecture housing several floors of designer clothing, accessories, home décor, beauty products, and gourmet goodies, these stores are like a shopping mall in and of themselves. You could spend all day shopping the sales, and even take a break for lunch, without ever having to step outside!
- Printemps – 64 Boulevard Haussmann, 75009 Paris (Metro Havre-Caumartin)
- Galeries Lafayette – 40 Boulevard Haussmann, 75009 Paris (Metro Chaussée d’Antin La Fayette)
- BHV – 52 Rue de Rivoli, 75004 Paris (Metro Hôtel de Ville)
- Le Bon Marché – 24 Rue de Sèvres, 75007 Paris (Metro Sèvres-Babylone)
Chic Shopping Center: Beaugrenelle Paris
Stay warm while doing your winter shopping in this recently-constructed indoor mall. Located on the Left Bank of the Seine in the 15th Arrondissement, the Beaugrenelle Paris is light and airy with impressive contemporary architecture.
This chic but edgy building is home to over 100 stores and restaurants, covering everything from home décor to fashion and beauty.
Inside you’ll find prestigious Parisian brands like Ladurée and Guerlain as well as fashion-forward clothing boutiques and big-name chains. And to top it off, it’s just a 10-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower.
- Beaugrenelle Paris – 12 Rue Linois, 75015 Paris (Metro Charles Michels)
Paris Sales Shopping FAQs
The 2026 winter sales (les soldes d’hiver) ran from January 7 to February 3. The summer sales are scheduled for June 24 – July 21, 2026.
Each sales period in France lasts four weeks. Dates are set by the French government each year and apply to both in-store and online shopping.
Not quite. Les soldes are government-regulated and happen on set dates twice a year.
Outside of these sales periods, stores aren’t allowed to use the word soldes — you’ll see alternatives like destockage or vente privée instead with discounts often exclusively for members or those with loyalty accounts.
Les soldes are the only time of the year when retailers are legally permitted to sell items below cost.
Discounts start at around 20–30% in the first week and increase as the sales go on. By the final week (dernière démarque), you can find reductions of 50–70%, though the selection will be more limited by then.
It depends on the store. Many shops have signs saying sales items can’t be returned, but French consumer law still protects you if the item turns out to be faulty.
If you simply changed your mind or bought the wrong size, the store isn’t required to take it back — so it’s worth checking the store’s policy before you buy.
Yes, if you’re a non-EU resident and spend over 100€ in a single store, you’re eligible for a VAT refund of around 12–15%. Ask for a détaxe form at the checkout, then validate it at customs before you leave the airport.
Editor’s note: Article originally published January 7, 2019. Last updated December 30, 2025.
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