Hot on the Highstreet Week 194: Parisian shopping

Coincidence: A small and selective boutique fashion store hidden away on Rue Chapon. At the forefront of the chic Concept movement in Paris this shop offers cutting edge cool fashion, furniture and beauty products.

Nose: An emporium of different sized coloured bottles like you have never seen before, Nose will find evaluate and discover the perfect perfume for you. Sit at the stylish counter and let the experts recommend a scent which suits your character, age and personality. We spent hours here trying and testing rare and exclusive creations.

L’Eclaireur: This is THE original concept store, launched in 1980 by Armand Hadida. This innovative shop now has seven stores in Paris, though Rue de Sevigne is arguably the most impressive with a two-tonne sculpture made from wooden planks amongst the clothes. Stocking high end designers alongside lesser known newcomers L’Eclaireur stills sets the trends.

Etat Libre D’Orange: After visiting this punk Parisian perfume brand on Redchurch Street, I was determined to find the flagship store in Paris. This perfumery is brave and bold proudly producing scents which are both unique and addictive. I loved the Soho-esque look of the shop and adored the quirky scents which use intense flavours like gunpowder and popcorn to make their perfumes completely one of a kind.

APC: This French institution has spread worldwide, and I have often admired the collections in London shops. There are numerous branches in Paris, pick up a blue striped top that will never go out of fashion.

If you are lucky enough to be spending Valentines weekend in Paris be sure to pick up a present for your love in one of these cool concept stores.