Simone Harouche
PFW client: Harouche, who works with Christina Aguilera and Miley Cyrus, was in town with Kim Kardashian for her appearances at Balmain and Givenchy before the week’s high-profile jewelry heist.
Where do you shop in Paris?
I love shopping in the Marais — a few favorites include Merci [a concept shop with women’s, men’s and home décor], Azzedine Alaia and Bonton [Parisian-chic kids clothing]. I also love to wander around and explore vintage shops and independent boutiques with a very French curated clothing selection.
What's the best thing you've ever purchased on a trip to Paris?
It would have to be an amazing vintage Alaia bondage leather skirt.
Is there something you always stock up on while you're in town for fashion week?
I love to purchase French underpinnings. Hosiery is a must in Paris! So are nightgowns and lingerie — no one gets those quite like the French do.
B. Akerlund
PFW client: The L.A. and Stockholm-based stylist, who works with Madonna and most recently broke Twitter with Beyonce’s canary yellow Roberto Cavalli dress in Lemonade, hit the City of Lights to take in the designer shows herself.
Where do you shop in Paris?
L’Eclaireur [avant-garde fashion and design destination with Rick Owens, Yohji Yamamoto, Fornasetti and more].
What's the best thing you've ever purchased on a trip to Paris?
I always score when I visit the Rick Owens store.
Is there something you always stock up on while you’re in town for fashion week?
Gouttes Bleues — French blue eye drops [by Innoxa] to keep my eyes clear from jet-lag and traveling.
Rebecca Corbin- Murray
PFW client: Murray, who’s based in London, popped over to help get Game of Thrones actress Sophie Turner ready for the Louis Vuitton front row.
Where do you shop in Paris?
I go to Maison Michel for hats [Chanel’s milliner]; the URiBE pop-up for jewelry; Didier Ludo for vintage clothing and accessories; and Marché aux Puces in Saint-Ouen for more vintage and furniture.
What have you purchased on this trip to Paris?
So far, I have placed pre-orders for the some of the new Ellery and Galvan looks!
What's the best thing you've ever purchased on a trip to Paris?
There are two things — a vintage silver pineapple ice bucket (circa 1970s) and a structured Celine coat.
Is there something you always stock up on while you're in town for fashion week?
David Mallet’s hair products — the Hair Serum is to die for!
Jeff K. Kim
PFW clients: Michael B. Jordan’s fashion guru hit the town with clients Charlotte Le Bon (spotted front-row at Dior) and Elsa Hosk.
Where do you shop in Paris?
I love shopping everywhere, but I always make sure to swing by Printemps or Colette.
What have you purchased on this trip?
I purchased a stunning — with a capital S! — camel Alexander McQueen coat.
What's the best thing you've ever purchased on a trip to Paris?
It would have to be a ticket to the Petit Palais museum for one of the first exhibitions of Patrick Demarchelier’s early photographs.
Maeve Reilly
PFW client: Reilly made sure that Hailey Baldwin’s street style hit the mark whenever the model stepped out.
Where do you shop in Paris?
Whenever I travel, I make it a point to only shop at places that I don't have at home — Paris is my absolute favorite. My must-shop spots are Colette and Montaigne Market. Both stores are beautifully curated. Montaigne Market specifically sticks to a neutral color palette — black, white, nude, gray — which is mostly how I dress. As a stylist, I know what I want and I'm very focused and can get in and out of stores quickly... But, I’ve never managed to walk out of there without finding and buying something. Colette is a bit more fun and often carries up-and-coming brands along with to the classics. They also host several events, so it’s a safe bet I’ll run into a friend when I’m there during fashion week.
If I have some free time, you’ll find me in Le Marais [historic district in Paris] popping into stores and seeking out new designers. This area of Paris can be less expensive and more rare in terms of finds — it’s worth it to spend an afternoon there and just get lost. You can find everything from streetwear to great vintage to Japanese designers to iconic French brands. It’s all in the mix.
What have you purchased on this trip?
I bought a Gucci bag at the Avenue Montaigne store (the Dinysus GG Supreme embroidered style).
What's the best thing you've ever purchased on a trip to Paris?
A vintage black tuxedo jacket that I found at a random shop in Le Marais — it was $80! It looks like Saint Laurent and fits like a glove.
Nicolas Bru
PFW client: The L.A.-based stylist, who originally hails from Paris, was in town with Fergie.
Where do you shop in Paris?
I shop at Merci, Bon Marché, Colette and the Palais-Royal [area between the Louvre and the Opéra].
What have you purchased on this trip?
I found a new Balenciaga bomber jacket.
What's the best thing you've ever purchased on a trip to Paris?
Two things — my favorite Rick Owens leather jacket and a vintage Serge Mouille lamp from the flea market.
Is there something you always stock up on while you're in town for fashion week?
Mariage Frères teas — they are the absolute best!
Jamie Mizrahi
PFW clients: Mizrahi dressed American Honey actress Sasha Lane for the Louis Vuitton show at Place Vendôme.
Where do you shop in Paris?
Didier Ludot, Anouschka [a cult vintage store), Le Bon Marché, Sonia Rykiel, Celine, Charvet and the flea market.
What's the best thing you've ever purchased on a trip to Paris?
A black chiffon gown from the 1930's that I found at Didier Ludot.
Is there something you always stock up on while you're in town for fashion week?
My Charvet slippers — I have accumulated a few pairs over the years.
