Paris’s Hottest New Openings This Winter

Paris, the eternal city of lights, continues to dazzle with new concept-driven spaces that blend heritage, innovation, and exceptional experiences. This winter, explore the latest openings in hospitality, fashion, lifestyle, and dining, each offering a unique and immersive approach to the Parisian art de vivre.

Hospitality

Maison Barrière Vendôme – A Tribute to Iconic Women

Nestled between Place Vendôme and the Tuileries Gardens, Maison Barrière Vendôme redefines boutique hospitality as a poetic homage to feminine icons. With only 26 rooms, suites, and apartments, each space is dedicated to a remarkable woman—whether Sarah Bernhardt, Agatha Christie, or Alexandra David-Néel—brought to life through the refined lens of architect Daniel Jibert.

French craftsmanship shines throughout: Pierre Frey textiles, Lalique sconces, Atelier de Ricou frescoes, and Declercq trimmings blend into a luxurious narrative. The in-house restaurant immerses guests in the vibrant world of Frida Kahlo, whether in the opulent dining room or the verdant patio. Beneath the hotel, the Spa Diane Barrière invites serenity, cocooned beneath vaulted stone ceilings.

• Address: 17 rue du Mon Thabor, 1er arrondissement

With only 25 rooms and 2 suites, each space is a refined cocoon filled with a harmonious blend of materials, textures, and feng shui principles. The result? A boutique hotel where guests feel equally at home in Tokyo or Paris.

• Address: 17 rue du 4 septembre, 2ème arrondissement

Floor-to-ceiling windows, dark oak floors, and industrial stainless-steel kitchens meet Haussmannian charm. Communal spaces include a triple-height atrium restaurant, coffee shop, cocktail bar, and lush courtyard, all designed by Fettle to maximize natural light and greenery. The result is a sophisticated urban retreat.

• Address: 7 rue Lacépède, 5ème arrondissement

Fashion

Stone Island – A Temple to Experimentation

Stone Island’s new Paris flagship at 223 Rue Saint-Honoré stands as a bold statement of the brand’s dedication to innovation. Designed with OMA/AMO, the 200m² space merges Haussmannian architecture with contemporary industrial design. Natural light floods the interior through a grand skylight, illuminating the interplay of metal, glass, and historical elements.

The store showcases all Stone Island collections—including Ghost, Marina, and Stellina—alongside exclusive collaborations. Art installations, like Johan Viladrich’s anodized aluminum table and Phil Procter’s archival glass display, enhance the immersive experience, while Mo Yasin’s sound system pays homage to Paris’s multicultural music scene.

• Address: 223 rue Saint-Honoré, 1er arrondissement

The ground floor’s transparent pink-tinted pods showcase Alaïa’s collections, framed by nude tones that create an ethereal atmosphere. Upstairs, the Café Sant Ambroeus offers an intimate space for clients to unwind, while art pieces by Ron Arad and Diamond Stingily blur the line between retail and gallery.

This isn’t just a store—it’s an invitation into the Alaïa universe, where craftsmanship and art live in harmony.

• Address: 15 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, 8ème arrondissement

This is not just shopping—it’s an experience, where every room invites discovery and play.

• Address: 92, rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, 8ème arrondissement

Lifestyle

• Address: 60 rue François 1er, 8ème arrondissement

In the Marais, renowned hairstylist Etienne Sekola has launched his first salon—a hybrid space that functions as a design office and exhibition space alongside a high-end salon. Designed by Laurence Simoncini, the studio blurs the line between beauty and art, offering personalized hair treatments in an avant-garde setting.

• Address: 5 rue Aubriot, 4ème arrondissement

Food & Beverage

Red Katz – Where Paris Meets Shanghai

Red Katz blends the sophistication of a Parisian brasserie with the flamboyance of a 1930s New York speakeasy. Created by Claire Huang, Hélène Ding, and Hélène Huang, the two-level space pays homage to their Franco-Chinese roots, both in décor and on the plate.

Expect a menu that fuses French epicureanism with Asian flavors—think delicate dim sum alongside French classics—all served in an atmosphere dripping with old-school glamour.

• Address: 14 rue de Cléry, 2ème arrondissement

Paris’s latest openings continue to push the boundaries of creativity and luxury, offering immersive experiences that go beyond traditional retail, hospitality, and dining. From concept stores that double as art galleries to hotels that pay tribute to history and culture, each space invites exploration and wonder.

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