EuroCheapo's Fashion Articles

Paris: Tres chic Madame Grès retrospective at Musée Bourdelle

Works by Grès and Bourdelle
Works by Grès and Bourdelle. Photos © Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris and the Musée Bourdelle

May 02 By Theadora Brack in Paris— Got passion for fashion from watching the Royal Nuptials? I do! So gather ’round and jump on my train because I’ve got the cure, see. A rather smashing-looking retrospective saluting modernist couturier Madame Grès recently opened in Paris at Musée Bourdelle! Onwards and upwards, Cheapos! Here’s the lo-(gown)! Marriage made » Read more

Posted in Fashion, France, Museums, Paris

London: Affordable haircuts you can trust

London: Affordable haircuts you can trust

Mar 22 By Lara Kavanagh in London— Trying to get a haircut at a good price can be a bit of a gamble. Budget establishments can be less creative, and a bit of a worry if you want something specific. Visiting a salon with a more defined sense of style can be prohibitively expensive, particularly if you’re » Read more

Posted in Beauty, Fashion, London, Practical Info, United Kingdom

Paris: A fashion fanatic’s (Cheapo-friendly) shopping tour

Paris: A fashion fanatic’s (Cheapo-friendly) shopping tour

Mar 21 By Theadora Brack in Paris— Recently my sister Wendy flew to Paris for a short jaunt, so I spun a special day tour, tailor-made to suit my very stylish and au courant sibling. With a little pre-planning, we were able to visit two fashion-related exhibitions, three historical monuments, four grand magasins, along with five prime » Read more

Posted in Cheap Souvenirs, Fashion, France, Paris, Shops, Trip Planning

Paris Winter Sales: Our 2 favorite shopping neighborhoods

Paris Winter Sales: Our 2 favorite shopping neighborhoods

Jan 24 By Theadora Brack in Paris— Make no tips, hands or buts about it, “Les soldes d’hiver 2011″ (big winter sales) are in full and vibrant swing here in Paris! They began on January 12, 2011 and last through Tuesday, February 15, 2011. So this week I’ve decided to don my faux fur tour guide hat, » Read more

Posted in Fashion, France, Paris, Shops

London: A not-so-lazy Sunday in East London

London: A not-so-lazy Sunday in East London

Jan 18 By Nina Derham in London— Calling all Cheapos looking for an affordable, fun Sunday that won’t break the bank: Set that alarm clock and head for East London! The day promises art, plenty of shopping for all budgets and mouth-watering cheapo eats. 1. Morning: Art at the Whitechapel Gallery Start your day at the Whitechapel » Read more

Posted in Art, Fashion, London, Shops, United Kingdom

London Tip: Night spots to hit when you’re all dolled up

London Tip: Night spots to hit when you’re all dolled up

Jan 07 By Lara Kavanagh in London—Cheapos clean up well. It’s the time of the year when the last of the Christmas turkey has disappeared into the trash, and the New Year hangover is receding. January can be a bit of a downer, but luckily London has a year-round calendar of fun nights out, many of them involving » Read more

Posted in Bars, Clubs, dance, Entertainment, Fashion, London, Nightlife, United Kingdom

Florence: 2 fascinating (and fabulous) Florentine fashion museums

Florence: 2 fascinating (and fabulous) Florentine fashion museums

Dec 03 Laura Mongillo in Florence— When people think of Italian fashion their mind usually goes straight to Milan and Rome. But it’s actually Florence that is the birthplace of many of Italy’s most famous designers and fashion houses such as Gucci, Roberto Cavalli, Emilio Pucci, Salvatore Ferragamo and the up and coming Patrizia Pepe. With all » Read more

Posted in Exhibitions, Fashion, Florence, Italy, Museums

New York: The best outdoor holiday markets

New York: The best outdoor holiday markets

The holidays are upon us and New York City is abuzz with hurried shoppers and jubilant tourists enjoying the winter decor. With the city’s holiday transformation also comes the temporary transformation of city squares and spaces into pop-up holiday marts. These little boutiques are great for last-minute shoppers and those looking for unique gifts and » Read more

Posted in Cheap Souvenirs, Fashion, holidays, New York, Shops, United States

Paris: Fall 2010 cheapo fashion report

Paris: Fall 2010 cheapo fashion report

Nov 01 By Theadora Brack in Paris— Here’s my fall fashion news report from Paris. After studying countless window displays and people on the street, I’ve spotted a few trends. Outerwear is everywhere in the form of soft cotton t-shirts, faux sheared sheepskin (la peau lainée) vests, and faux fur waistcoats. Rugged, sexy, and unisex—layering just got » Read more

Posted in Cheap Souvenirs, Fashion, France, Paris, Shops

London: Vintage clothing shops and markets in London

London: Vintage clothing shops and markets in London

Oct 26 By Neha Gadhvi in London— Every now and again I catch my breath going through a pile of crumbled clothes in a damp smelling sea of castoffs at one of London’s vintage or charity shops. Who knows where it’s been? Or what sort of person had worn it? How did it make them feel? And » Read more

Posted in Cheap Souvenirs, Fashion, London, Shops, United Kingdom