Shreya NairTis the season to be shopping, right? And what better place for an extravagant shopping spree than the Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussman store? The heart of shopping in Paris, this majestic store is famous for numerous things ranging from fashion-forward women’s clothing to avant-garde men’s apparel and designer labels. So, what if we tell you that you can have your very own personal shopping experience with Galeries Lafayette, without having to leave your homes!
From luxury brands and leather goods to exquisite shoes, accessories, and homeware collection, there’s an array of things for you to choose from! While tourism is at a standstill, shoppers from all around the world can participate in the remote personal shopping experience by Galeries Lafayette and enjoy a Paris shopping extravaganza. Let us take you through the details of this experience so you can begin your holiday shopping in style!
What does this shopping experience entail?
This personal shopping experience with Galeries Lafayette is nothing like your usual virtual shopping spree. This exciting service promises the elegance of Paris by kicking it up a notch and catering to specific customer needs; a personalised experience at its best! Whether you wish to splurge on indulgent goodies for Christmas, New Year’s Day, Valentine’s Day, or even Chinese New Year, this service guarantees the best experience!
As customers begin shopping online, they will be connected by a video to a sales advisor or a personal shopper at the store to help them browse and select items. Imagine sitting on your bed, sipping hot cocoa, and enjoying this unique, luxurious experience at your fingertips! After you make your selection, you can make your payment online and wait eagerly for the parcel to arrive at your doorstep.
Your personal shopping experience with Galeries Lafayette is going to be a combination of classy and accessible. The several brands participating in this service include Dior, Saint Laurent, Alexander McQueen, and Bottega Veneta. There can never be too many brands, right! With designer brands at your fingertips to your doorstep, enjoy an entire Paris shopping experience in the comfort of your homes. Could we ask for more?
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How does the service work?
The service is available from Monday to Friday between 11:00 am and 7:00 pm through their official website. Through this service, customers can explore three new ways to shop:
- Browse through the items and enjoy an in-store experience when they talk to a brand representative.
- Need the inspiration to begin shopping? Customers can seek the expert assistance of the store’s personal shopper to find the right style or item.
- And if your shopping list is ready, you can create a wishlist on the website using an online form and have the items delivered to your home.
Once you have thoroughly utilised this personal shopping feature by Galeries Lafayette, you can expect the package of your dreams to be delivered within a few days! Double the fun without the long, tiring hours of physical shopping!
How much will the shopping spree cost you?
We do go all out with our holiday shopping sprees. So a little more indulgence is all worth it, especially when we get to relive our Paris shopping dreams! The international (outside the European Union) delivery prices for this experience vary depending on the order:
Under 2000€ of purchases = 60€ delivery costs
From 2000€ to 4000€ of purchases = 100€ delivery costs
From 4000€ to 8000€ of purchases = 150 € delivery costs
From 8,000€ to 15,000€ of purchases = 250€ delivery costs
From 15,000€ to 20,000€ of purchases = 400€ delivery costs
Over 20,000€ of purchases = 500€ delivery costs
- The prices of the items purchased will be duty-free (16.67% of the total purchase price).
- From 1 January 2021, the minimum amount of tax refund will be from 100€.
All in all, the experience promises unlimited access to luxury and designer brands while in the comfort of your homes. Add to your wishlist, make your payment, and receive the package at your doorstep within the span of a few days and enjoy the convenience of tax-free purchases. We’re already convinced and are heading “in” to begin our personal shopping experience with Galeries Lafayette! What about you?
