La Trésorerie near République is a bright, modern Swedish style houseware/kitchen store that is…read moreworth browsing even if you think you have everything you need (they are working on an English version of their website, but they have people who speak English answering their phone lines). I don't really have room for any more pots and pans, but it's always fun to browse. They have utensils from butter spreaders to zesters, and tea and coffee sets and cups give you an option of making a beverage at home. Lights, tables, throws, curtains, and coordinated linens to enhance your decor. They even have practical things like cleaning supplies and tools. The most practical part of this store was their attached cafe, with Swedish snacks and sweets to sustain you as you shop:) Prices are reasonable, neither the lowest and nor the highest for brand names and types of products; you may find lower prices in the big department stores during sales, but this place will have less crowds and better service.

I visit Paris frequently and always look for interesting shops with unique items. I own a shop in…read moreChicago myself, Moth, and I was surprised to see that we carried some of the same brands. The shop is beautifully merchandised with items from Europe and Japan. I spent 90 Euros and then went to eat in the little cafe attached. When my friend and I were finished eating we walked through the shop again. I took a couple of photos of some nice displays. As we were leaving the store, a sales person approached us with a suspicious look and started asking questions as to what we were doing there. I am not sure if she thought I had been stealing or she saw me take the two photos (of displays) and was angry. Nevertheless. I explained to her that I myself was a shop owner, was excited to see many of the same designers and admired the merchandising. I told her I actually personally knew some of the designers (which is true) and I thought that might be of interest to her. She was still suspicious. I told her I had just spent the 90 Euros at her shop. She never smiled or apologized. Furthermore, the woman that rang up my sale was unfriendly. When I asked if she could wrap the delicate ceramics, she made no real effort and seemed annoyed. It is really a shame because it is a beautiful store and very well curated. They need some customer service lessons! I am afraid I will not return.