Weekly Digest
☕ COFFEE TABLE BOOKS: Ofr. Librairie
Why: Unassuming at a glance, Ofr is your one-stop shop for almost any kind of coffee table book. From fashion magazines to artist biographies, the store is stacked with books from the bottom to the top and always brings an eclectic crowd. Photography, fashion, retrospectives and anthologies line the walls along with posters, postcards, pottery pieces and even apparel merch. The store doubles as its own independent publishing house and an agency that hosts regular exhibitions and book signings. Big fashion names like Raf Simons and Kim Jones have done magazine and book signings at the store.
Where: 20 Rue Dupetit-Thouars, 75003 Paris, France
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🖼️ ALL ABOUT VISUALS: Artazart
Why: Artazart is a bookshop dedicated to images and illustrations. The store brings whimsy and fun for those looking for all things visual arts, whether it's a book of posters, uniquely illustrated playing cards, limited edition hand-drawn home goods, photography prints and more.
Where: 83 Quai de Valmy, 75010 Paris, France
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🏛️ A HISTORICAL LANDMARK: Librairie Delamain
Why: Librairie Delamain is considered to be the oldest bookstore in Paris. Located amongst the other historical attractions in the 1ae arrondissement on Saint-Honoré, the bookstore was founded in the 18th century. Now a heritage and cultural site, the store is a dream destination for bibliophiles looking for both old and modern books.
Where: 155 Rue Saint-Honoré, 75001 Paris, France
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👁️ FEAST FOR EYES: Assouline Bookstore
Why: For a broad selection of coffee table books, Assouline's bookstore is the spot for you. The luxury bibliophilic shop is just a stone's throw away from the famous Café de Flore and Les Deux Margot in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood. With signature red walls, it is warm and inviting, welcoming guests to step into a world of wonder.
Where: 35 Rue Bonaparte, 75006 Paris, France
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⛵ BOOKS ON A BOAT: L’Eau Et Les Rêves
Why: L’Eau Et Les Rêves aka the Water and Dreams book store in Paris is uniquely situated on a boat by the bridge of Rue de l’Ourcq. Also doubling as a café, the boat or péniche, features a wide range of books fit for the imaginative reader.
Where: 9 Quai de l'Oise, 75019 Paris, France
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