Best of Shopping

sleep_like_a_princess.jpg1000 thread count, 100% Egyptian cotton; pure indulgence. Be warned: you won’t want to get out of bed!

Sferra
The company that introduced us to the world of 1000 thread count linens - oh and how we thank them for it! Choose from 6 collections, each with unique little details and all finished in Italy. For pure indulgence, try and get one of ten sets with handmade Burano Point Venice Lace ($15,000). Queen sets from $1,185.

Dea
Sheets fit for a king; past clients include the White House, the Sultan of Brunei, and the Emperor of Japan! All manufacturing is done in Italy, and the quality speaks for itself. Queen set $1,140

Léron
Famous for its custom embroidery and appliqués; some of the finest sheets in the world. 1000 thread counts aren’t kept on the premises, but they are happy to source fabric for clients and make them up. Queen set from $1,200

Schweitzer Linen
Woven and finished in Italy, the 1000 thread count sheets are high quality and super comfy. Only available in white and cream at the moment, but they’re so popular more colours might be introduced soon… Queen set $1,270

D. Porthault
1000 thread counts are available by special order from this French company. All sheets are made and finished just outside Paris, but there are U.S. stores in Dallas and New York. Queen set from $1,700

Sferra www.neimanmarcus.com +1 888 888 4757
Dea +1 800 344 4552
Léron +1 954 6369
Schweitzer Linen www.schweitzerlinen.com+1 800 554 6367
D. Porthault www.dporthault.fr +1 212 688 1660

covington.jpgCarol Cornell
Fort Wayne, Indiana

Cornell’s “Arts de la Table” tours hit all the best European factory stores for china, crystal, pottery, and silver. Linens, she says, are a steal in Alsace, where the huge inventory makes for cut-rate prices despite the strong euro…what a find!

carolc@covingtontravelinc.com
+1 260 432 5995

This is an example of a Premium Membership File. We feature unique shops and products around the world- from local favorites to hidden gems; from fabulous boutiques to great gifts. Become a Premium Member HERE

8prsbtq.jpgEight Great: Parisian Boutiques

Reciproque
Fabulous designer cast-offs at amazingly knocked-down prices. Not one for impatient shoppers…but those who seek for long enough will find classics such as Lacroix evening gowns and Prada, Gucci and Chanel daywear.

Liste Rouge
Affordable but stylish bespoke shirts…great for the man in a hurry- once you have been measured you can order on-line. Easy or what?!

Lady Soul
Cute street-line from hip designer Zina Kachanoui. Expect simple, practical, chic separates. The trousers and stretch dresses are a snip at less than 100 Euros.

Number 44
Uber-cool Japanese concept cool. Go for the great range of own-brand basics for guys and gals and limited-edition books, CDs and accessories.

Anna Lowe
Half-price runway pieces from the last two seasons. If you’re in search of that timeless Galliano suit or Yves Saint Laurent Gown then look no further…

Fred & Alfred
Affordable, quality made-to-measure suits. In four weeks one of their expert tailors will make a suit for you for as little as 800 Euros. Form an orderly queue monsieurs…

Vintage Clothing
The place to go in Paris for glamorous ladies’ wear. Chic proprietress Brigitte Petit certainly has an eye for timeless class: take your pick from chloe, YSL and Guy Laroche.

Rodolphe Menudier
For glamorous foot-wear to go with that knock-out gown, head to this chic shoe shop… fab for killer high-heels and sassy summer sandals.

Also check out: Isabel Marant boutique for unique designs, Maison Goyard for timeless bags and Paul Bert Market on the weekend for antiques and vintage 1950’s American jewellery.

To find out more about these, and other great boutiques and insider shopping secrets worldwide, become a Premium Member- click here to read more and subscribe.

Legal disclaimer | Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions | Editorial Policy | Sources | Sitemap

Copyright © 2007 Suzanne's Files LLC