The iconic Parisian department store is serving up Manhattan madness with a side of French fancy—and yes, there’s a rooftop ice rink involved
Your Instagram feed is about to be flooded with the same old Christmas content. But trust the French to do things differently. Printemps, the 160-year-old Parisian shopping institution, has gone full “Emily in Paris meets Home Alone 2” with their latest Christmas spectacular!
Here’s the charming backstory: Printemps just opened its first-ever American outpost at One Wall Street this March (after 160 years of being quintessentially Parisian). So naturally, they’re celebrating by bringing New York to Paris in the most theatrical way possible.
When Poodles Take Manhattan
Forget your basic Santa’s workshop vibes. This year, Printemps has unleashed 125 hand-crafted dogs dressed in tiny Christmas jumpers and wielding mini hot dogs across their Boulevard Haussmann windows. Think of it as a canine invasion of NYC’s greatest hits: Times Square flash mobs, Rockefeller Center ice-skating, and Fifth Avenue traffic jams.
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Skate Above the City
The pièce de résistance? A dreamy rooftop ice rink on the 7th floor, complete with a golden Ferrero Rocher pyramid (très chic) and sweeping views of the Eiffel Tower. It’s giving “Serendipity meets Midnight in Paris” vibes, and entry is completely free with pre-booking. Warm up afterward with Ferrero-inspired treats at the gourmet corner because regular hot chocolate is so last season.
Eat Your Way Through Two Cities
Printemps executive chef Xavier Pistol clearly understood the assignment, creating duelling Christmas burgers that pit NYC against Paris. The Manhattan version keeps it classic with aged cheddar and funky coleslaw, while Paris goes full Rossini with foie gras and balsamic onion jam.
Don’t sleep on the Candy Cake yule log either. Pastry chef Bryan Esposito’s created an XXL American candy cane-inspired situation with lime cheesecake mousse and cranberry marmalade.
Shop Like Nobody’s Watching
With over 350 exclusive items, Printemps has basically turned Christmas shopping into an Olympic sport. Standouts include Saison 1865’s leather pieces, gloriously extra sequin dresses, and enough quirky Christmas ornaments to make your tree look like it got dressed by a fashion editor.
Curated Experiences Beyond Shopping
Printemps Haussmann transforms into a full-service festive destination with thoughtfully curated experiences beyond shopping. The Christmas Photo Studio on the ground floor operates Wednesday through Sunday (12-8pm), with Santa making special appearances on weekends from December 7 and daily from December 22 to 24, creating magical moments for families.
For those seeking pampering, the Beauty Breaks on floor 1 offers everything from nail and makeup bars to hair styling and spa treatments—perfect for prepping for holiday soirées.
The complimentary Personal Shopper service, available by appointment both in-store and remotely via personalshopper@printemps.com, acts as your style concierge, expertly navigating gift selections, party outfits, and festive decorations tailored to your budget. Meanwhile, the Gift Shop stocks clever tech accessories, scented candles, and charming decorations for those last-minute presents, ensuring no one leaves empty-handed this Christmas.
When to Go: Weekday mornings for peaceful shopping, evening for the window displays in full twinkly-light glory
Book Ahead: The ice rink (free but ticketed), personal shopping services, and restaurant reservations
Travel Hack: Time your visit with January sales for maximum haul potential. Plus, don’t forget to claim your tax refund—every euro saved is another macaron earned!
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