Just trying to think ahead as time will be so limited (day trip from London). I love antiques - nearest shops to the Champs de Elysses? I would prefer something I can display as I have many shelves for such purposes. I do need a (perhaps brass) pen and ink well set for an antique desk. But also, would like something that announces %26quot;Paris%26quot; when visitors see it. Suggestions?
Also need souvenirs for 6 and 9 year old granddaughters - prefer something lasting, not t-shirts.
Many thanks!
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Don%26#39;t know about the souvenir for you but for your granddaughters I recommend collectible dolls. My husband travels extensively internationally. When he visits a new country he purchases a beautiful doll for each of our girls. They both love them. My oldest daughter is now 13 and still loves to receive a doll from Dad (Grandparents have now started as well, the dolls from China and Russia from my mother in law are real treasures). We recently updated my 13 year old%26#39;s room. I thought the dolls would be put away but NO, they still play a prominent role in her decor. Hope that helps. Moms
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When I did a post for gourmet gifts, here are some of the suggestions given to me. This may give you some suggetions.
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Cheers,
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What I like to do is bring some menus home from some authentic Parisian restaurants. They are easy to carry back and when I get home, I frame them. I keep them for myself or I give them as gifts. They look smart and we always have a lot of fun trying to figure out what exactly is on the menu.
I also do pretty much the same thing with posters that I buy from the many bookstores near the Latin Qtr.
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I like to bring back the information leaflets of any where we may visit, such as a museum or even a shopping mall - they look good framed too.
KRx
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Santons?
Figurines pertaining to nativity.
However, you wouldn%26#39;t have to stick to a nativity theme, as they are modeled after all sorts of townspeople. Some may be antique.
Rue Bac.
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For the girls, you might think about a necklace or bracelet with the Eiffel Tower or some other landmark. Check out any souvenir shop or go to Galleries Lafayette.
For you, what about a piece of art? I see you only have one day but you may want to check out the artists at Place du Tertre for a painting of a Paris landmark or have your portrait done. There%26#39;s also the little Eiffel Tower replicas. They come in various sizes. The price can also vary from shop to shop!
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