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Printemps Christmas windows celebrate "Noël, Rêves d'Evasion." Photos by Theadora Brack

Paris Review: Christmas windows at Galeries Lafayette and Printemps

From Theadora Brack in Paris— Trekking to Paris during the months of November and December? If so, don’t miss the lights and “Vitrines de Noël” (holiday windows) on the hustling, bustling Boulevard Haussmann. The festive, gussied-up stroll both soothes and re-energizes my spirits every time. Yes, the lights are much brighter there! This year, however, » Read more

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Posted in Exhibitions, Fashion, France, holidays, Paris, Shops
Florence: How to look like a local – Part 1: The Clothes

Florence: How to look like a local – Part 1: The Clothes

By Marc Justin in Florence— Let’s face it. Most of us look like Clydesdales trotting around Florence in our clunky running shoes and baggy Bermuda shorts while the locals prance down the sidewalk like fashionistas of cool. So what can we do about the not-fitting-in situation? Read on my friend, read on. Start with the » Read more

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Posted in Fashion, Florence, Italy, Local Customs, Practical Info
Paris Fashion: Finding high-end designers at Cheapo prices

Paris Fashion: Finding high-end designers at Cheapo prices

By Theadora Brack in Paris— Calling all fashionistas and fashionistos! Last week were you caught madly zigzagging between utter love and frustration with Target by Missoni’s recent launch? Well, lean in because this Paris insider tip is for you. (Target by Missoni’s 1960s Italian film-inspired campaign featuring Margherita Missoni was pretty marvelous, I must say. » Read more

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Posted in Fashion, France, Paris, Shops
Paris: Lingerie shopping from tops to bottoms

Paris: Lingerie shopping from tops to bottoms

By Theadora Brack in Paris— Cozy up because this week we’re going lingerie shopping in Paris. Lightweight and affordable, they’re my favorite souvenirs. Truth be bold, if buying dozens of French slips and strings is wrong, I don’t want to be right! But first things first, let’s prepare for our voluptuous quest. Looking for discounts? » Read more

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Posted in Fashion, France, Paris, Shops
Paris: Vintage clothing shops for discerning Cheapos

Paris: Vintage clothing shops for discerning Cheapos

By Theadora Brack in Paris— This week, let’s go-go vintage clothing shopping! Throughout Paris, you’ll find “friperies” (second-hand clothing shops) and “depôts-ventes” (consignment shops). Possessing a mad penchant for collecting the garb of yesteryear but on a budget, I’ve three favorite hunting grounds: Abbesses, the Marais, and the Porte de Vanves flea market. But first, » Read more

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Posted in Fashion, France, markets, Paris, Shops
Amsterdam: How to dress and act like a local

Amsterdam: How to dress and act like a local

By Audrey Sykes in Amsterdam— Maybe it’s because I’m American, but I can spot our style from a mile away. I see it all over Amsterdam: The baseball cap, the oh-so handy cargo pants, and a sporty, all weather and near fluorescent wind breaker. We stick out like sore thumbs in Euroland. Of course, standing » Read more

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Posted in Amsterdam, Fashion, Netherlands, Practical Info, Trip Planning
Fashioning Paris: Where to shop for fabric

Fashioning Paris: Where to shop for fabric

By Theadora Brack in Paris— This week, let’s go fabric shopping in Paris. Whether your place is in need of a supreme makeover, with some classic French upholstery retouches, or you’re on the make for material worthy of a wedding (New Yorkers, I’m talking to you!), Paris has what you need. One of my favorite textile » Read more

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Posted in Fashion, Museums, Neighborhood, Other, Paris
Barcelona’s Summer Sales: Tips on how to save

Barcelona’s Summer Sales: Tips on how to save

By Regina W Bryan in Barcelona— July in Barcelona means humid days on the beach, lots of visitors in the city, tons of cool music and cinema festivals and the second best sale of the year. Sales are held in Barcelona twice a year, in January and in July. Of course, these are the times » Read more

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Posted in Barcelona, Fashion, Shops, Spain
Paris Shopping Spree: The wonderful rue de Rennes

Paris Shopping Spree: The wonderful rue de Rennes

By Theadora Brack in Paris— Recently one of our Cheapo readers asked us for a few shopping tips. Emily plans to visit Paris with her teenage daughter in July, which is the parfait time because “Les soldes d’été 2011” (the big summer sales) kick off on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 and last through Tuesday, July » Read more

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Posted in Ask the Cheapos, Fashion, France, Paris, Shops
Dublin: Vintage shopping with Cheapo prices

Dublin: Vintage shopping with Cheapo prices

By Jessica Colley— During the years of the Celtic Tiger boom, it was just about impossible for a Cheapo to do any shopping in Dublin. Sure, it’s fun to marvel at the gorgeous window displays at Brown Thomas department store on Grafton Street, but buying anything? Not in the cards, especially not with the exchange » Read more

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Posted in Cheap Souvenirs, Dublin, Fashion, Ireland, Shops