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History and Fun Facts about Le Printemps Haussmann
Born of a bold vision, Le Printemps Haussmann was established in 1865 on Boulevard Haussman in the heart of Paris. Its founder, Jules Jaluzot, was a true pioneer. He designed a department store that was off the beaten track, offering an unprecedented shopping experience. Far from the traditional stalls, Le Printemps Haussmann offered a bright, elegant and organised space where products were presented in a highly attractive way. Jaluzot understands that the customer must be seduced, and does everything possible to create an atmosphere conducive to consumption.
Le Printemps Haussmann was more than just a department store. It quickly became a living space, a place where people came to stroll, admire the window displays and keep abreast of the latest trends. The store was constantly innovating: it was one of the first to install lifts, organise fashion shows and offer made-to-measure services. Le Printemps Haussmann thus became a symbol of French luxury and elegance.
Over the decades, Le Printemps Haussmann has adapted to changes in society and new consumer trends. It has stood the test of time, through wars and economic crises, while retaining its truly pioneering spirit. The department stores' has become a must for Parisians and tourists alike, a place where tradition meets modernity.
Today, Le Printemps Haussmann is still a major player in luxury retail. Its three department stores, Le Printemps Beauté Maison Enfant, Le Printemps Femme, and Le Printemps Homme, located in the most prestigious areas of Paris right next to the Saint-Lazare train station, attract an international clientele. While preserving its heritage and original architecture, Printemps Haussmann is constantly renewing itself, offering designer brands, exclusive products and unique shopping experiences.
A veritable monument to the history of retail, Le Printemps Haussmann is an iconic Parisian landmark and a symbol of French elegance. The founders of Le Printemps Haussmann had the intuition to create a space where the shopping experience became one of pleasure and discovery.
Today, tours of the department stores' are organised to allow viewers to take a look behind the scenes. Let yourself be tempted… There are plenty of surprises in store!
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Handicap accessible: Yes
Air conditioning: Yes
Heating: Yes
LOCATION
64 boulevard Haussmann, 75009 Paris
Saint-Lazare
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Havre-Caumartin
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Auber
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