France, known for its sophistication and depth of culture, carries its charm into the retail industry. Let’s enjoy a pleasant stroll around the charming streets of French towns, which are lined with a variety of distinctive shops that draw in both locals and tourists.
As we all know, French people take great pride in their little shops so it’s worth going in and having a good experience. So if you’re traveling in France you will likely be visiting the stores. In this post, we are discussing different kinds of stores and shops in France.
1. Boutiques de Mode- Fashion Boutique
- Yves Saint Laurent
- Chanel
- Dior
- Louis Vuitton
- Hermès
2. Grands Magasin- Department Stores
- Le Bon Marché
- Printemps
- Galeries Lafayette
3. Boulangeries et Pâtisseries- Bakery and Pastry Shops
- Ladurée
- Paul
- Maison Landemaine
4. Magasins de Décoration- Home Decor Stores
- Zara
- Merci
- Fleux’
5. Parfumeries- Perfume Shops
- Chanel
- Guerlain
- Hermès
6. Fromageries- Cheese Shops
- Fromagerie Germain
- Maison Mons
- La Fromagerie
Purchasing goods in stores? Hold on! Please familiarize yourself with the various retail types in France before hitting the stores. Knowing the French names for the things you are purchasing and where to get them is crucial when visiting a French-speaking nation.
However, the difficulty comes from not knowing the vocabulary when you are learning common words from a non-French-speaking country.
List of some French stores- (Vocabulaire)
| Supermarché | Supermarket |
| Marché | Farmer’s Market |
| Boucherie | Butcher Shop |
| Magasins de Fruits et légumes | Green Grocer |
| Bureau de Tabac | Stores that sell cigarettes and tobacco |
| Pharmacie | Pharmacy |
| Épicerie | General Store |
| Les Cabines | Changing Rooms |