Need a good english read?
WH Smith – Two levels of novels, magazines, videos, guides and childrens' section. 248 rue de Rivoli Magazines and books
Tea & Tattered Pages, 24 rue Mayet in the 6th,
Great if you’re feeling homesick for an English read, a bagel or just a cup of tea
Shakespeare & Co, 37 rue de la Bûcherie – no longer just a bookshop but an institution. If you’re in Paris for a while go along for a reading or workshop. Open 12-12pm
Brentanos, 37 ave de L’Opera - great seleciton of books in all categories.
Galignani, 224, rue de Rivoli, 75001, go here for fine arts books, coffee table editions; they also have a selection of newspapers and magazines.
Purcell Fashion Paris - for brand names
Men and Women’s boutique quality brands only; D&G, Roberto Cavalli, Christian Lacroix, La Martina and more. Situated just off the Avenue des Champs Elyseés, staff are bi-lingual. Open from Monday to Saturday 10.30am to 7.30pm
www.purcell.fr
Purcell, 26 avenue des Champs Elyseés, 75008 t: 01 42 89 02 01