Paris! What to buy, where to go?

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I'm off to Paris for 5 days at the end of September. Any recommendations for great second hand shops, vintage finds and markets? I'm also keen for advice on skincare as I've heard French pharmacy products are great. Obviously any food related must haves are most welcome!

Ps. I have no idea what clothes to pack! I'm assuming it will be mild rather than freezing?

Anyone? I'm relying on the MN experts!

It’ll still be warm. My faves in Paris
-Trip to Versailles
-A visit to Laduree
-Long walks around the Champs Elyse
-Drinks at George V
-Dine at the Pompidou Centre
-Lunch at the Eiffel Tower
-Visit to the Catacombs
-Stock up on La Roche Posay

Pressed send too soon!

-Le V at the Hotel Vernet
-Maceo for dinner
-Louvre
-Visit to Chanel

Have fun!

If you like stationery, then I definitely recommend BHV Marais (the 2nd floor) and Buci News.
Even if it’s mild, you should get a hot chocolate from Angelina. I also recommend their signature pastry ‘Mont-Blanc’. You can also buy some of their hot chocolate mix and I bring some back every time I visit. Their original place is at 226 rue de Rivoli.

There’s a fantastic huge market for antiques etc - gosh I’ve been there heaps of times but with my French relatives and I’m never sure of where it is exactly Porte du Clingancourt?

Also, almond scented soap. I always stock up on French soap. But for me, trips to Paris are family time do we do ordinary Parisian things …