The Best Locations for Rent in Paris During Fashion Week

After New York, London, and Milan, Paris will host its Fashion Week from July 1 to 5, 2018. While the venues for the runway shows remain a well-kept secret, it’s easy to imagine that certain neighborhoods will once again be favored by top fashion houses. This is the perfect opportunity for a virtual stroll through the city, highlighting some of its most stunning districts—prime locations where major brands love to set up their showrooms during Fashion Week.

Rent a Space in a Chic and Trendy Neighborhood: The Marais, of Course!

In recent years, fashion enthusiasts have flocked to the stunning Marais district. Here, the vibe is both chic and laid-back. Strolling through its streets, Parisians and tourists alike enjoy the blend of styles and genres. It’s no surprise to see luxury boutiques alongside thrift shops, young designers next to vintage stores—and it’s highly recommended to explore them all. The district’s many concept stores add an extra twist, constantly offering fresh, unexpected selections to captivate a clientele eager for discovery and innovation. Just steps from Rue de Bretagne and Rue Charlot, Rue Vieille du Temple hosts numerous showrooms during Fashion Week. These beautiful, bright, and spacious locations serve as ideal showcases for collections, as if they were designed solely to enhance their allure.

During Fashion Week, the Marais Welcomes Emerging Designers

In the heart of the Marais, Rue Charlot is home to several beautiful townhouses. It also offers emerging designers intimate spaces, giving them visibility during Fashion Week. They might even be pleasantly surprised to find themselves neighbors with Jérôme Dreyfuss or Rick Owens, who often choose this street to set up their showrooms.

A Showroom in Paris’s 1st Arrondissement: The Epitome of Elegance

The 1st arrondissement is home to some of Paris’s most stunning architectural treasures, including Place Vendôme, the Palais Royal, and the Louvre Museum—arguably the most beautiful museum in the world. Rue de Rivoli, with its grand apartments boasting spectacular volumes and lovely views of the Tuileries Garden, offers dream locations for brands looking to open a showroom during Fashion Week. Just steps away, the Paris sur Mode and Première Classe Tuileries trade shows, held at Place de la Concorde during this period, provide additional visibility to fashion professionals.

The Golden Triangle: The Ultimate Luxury District

How can one talk about fashion and luxury in Paris without mentioning the Golden Triangle? Bounded by the Champs-Élysées, Avenue Montaigne, and Avenue George V, this district offers some of the most coveted addresses to secure during Fashion Week. The iconic Avenue Montaigne, lined with luxury boutiques and adjacent to grand palaces, attracts a prestigious clientele. Haute Couture and high-end ready-to-wear brands thrive here: Dior, Chanel, Céline, Yves Saint Laurent, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Kenzo—the list is far too long to name them all. For these esteemed houses, not being present on Avenue Montaigne would be an unforgivable faux pas.
During Fashion Week, just steps away, under the gilded ceilings of the Grand Palais, Karl Lagerfeld is bound to dazzle guests and the press once again at the Chanel show with one of his breathtakingly unique productions—secrets only he knows how to master.

A Left Bank Showroom: Experience the Discreet Luxury of the District

Let’s cross the Seine and conclude our stroll through Paris with a dive into the discreet luxury of the 7th arrondissement. Here, there’s nothing flashy—behind the heavy Haussmannian doors lie beautiful inner courtyards and serene spaces. Just steps from Les Invalides and the Rodin Museum, where Dior often hosts its fashion shows and masquerade balls, Rue de Varenne offers unique spaces that ensure meticulous staging, providing the perfect setting to showcase creations.
A short walk away, Le Bon Marché, a haven of fashion and luxury, welcomes both regulars and tourists alike. The 7th arrondissement boasts irresistible charm. During Fashion Week, its elegant addresses will host the showrooms of high-end brands, embodying the quintessential Rive Gauche style.

Make It Happen offers exceptional spaces in all of Paris’s most iconic locations. From the Marais to the Tuileries, the Golden Triangle, and the Rive Gauche, each neighborhood boasts its own unique identity, allowing you to choose the perfect fit for your brand.
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