Imagine that you are going on a shopping spree in Paris. You've decided that you need a new wardrobe, but how are you going to spend your money? Do you splurge on "haute couture" (high fashion), or do you shop the sales for "prêt-à-porter" (ready-to-wear)? Use the links or the keyword(s) and one of the Francophone search engines listed below to make your choices.

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1		Peruse the collections of at least three different French fashion designers. Which collection do you prefer? Describe the designer's style. What elements of his or her style drew your notice and your interest? What would you purchase from these designers?
2		Choose a French couturier. What type of accessories does this fashion designer offer his or her customers? Which item is your favorite? How much does it cost?
3		Look at the site for the French store, Tati. What would be the North-American equivalent of this department store? What would you purchase? Note the location and the hours of at least one of these stores. Lien utile Tati Mot clé Tati Moteurs de recherche Alta Vista France Francité Google France Nomade Wo!Yaa Yahoo France
4		A French friend has told you about the Galeries Lafayette, the largest department store in Paris. But you are not sure where it is. Use the Internet to discover its location and its hours of operation. Other than clothing, what type of items can you find here? Lien utile Galeries Lafayette Mots clés Galeries Lafayette Moteurs de recherche Alta Vista France Francité Google France Nomade Wo!Yaa Yahoo France