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The Marais; Paris, France
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The Marais; Paris, France

Every serious shopper has made at least one pilgrimage to Paris to soak in the seemingly effortless style. Though Avenue Montaigne still reigns over the fashion world with Chanel, Gucci and more, the exchange rate has driven travelers to quirkier options, such as the weekend markets or the Marais. Boutiques in this lively neighborhood are among the only ones in the city that stay open on Sunday and later into the evenings.

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