Paris Private Shopping Guide

My name is Jodie- Personal Shopping Guides in Paris, is what I’m about. I know what it’s like to be lost in an amazing city, wanting to see and do more than what a guidebook recommends, but just not knowing how.  Now after a decade in Paris I’ve mastered not only the language and the culture but the ins and outs of this complex shopping capital. Shopping with Jodie in Paris will fulfill your Parisian shopping desires by every persons individual shopping wants and needs.  Every shopping outing is set up with one thing in mind –YOU, so whether you’re looking for haute couture, kitch, gourmet, couture, sports, spa or even nightlife, I’m here to make your Parisian dreams come true.

My City- There are thousands of things you already know about Paris, but do you know where to get that perfect Cacharel shirt, a demi-cooked foie gras, or Baccarat crystal at an incredible price?  I show you where to go for all these (and more) and connect you with the cultural codes you'll need so you won’t be pegged as a tourist.  With my guidance you receive better service, discover back-street boutiques and even learn the secrets of Rue de Montorgeuil.  Paris is a wonderful place to visit with me as your shopping guide.

About me- I’m an American who’s been living in Paris for over a decade.  I’ve worked both as a Personal Assistant, and in the fashion industry designing hand-bags and home design, now along with giving personalized Paris shopping tours, I also host networking events.

Special Interest Tours-  is what I’m all about.  The point of hiring me is to get the most out of your Parisian vacation no matter what you’re looking for.  I’ll start my work before you even get here offering not only shopping advice, hotel information, reserving special-event tickets, in short tailoring your trip specifically to your desires, Haute couture, vintage apparel, independent designers, must see sights, the best bistros, biking, boating, music, museums; even gay-friendly locales!  So let Jodie in Paris design your personalized shopping tour in Paris.  If your unsure of what you want, no problem I’ve lived in Paris long enough to dole out a hearty list of the best recommendations just for you.

My Prices

Personalized shopping with Jodie is personally priced.  The starting rate is 150 euros for the first 3 hours, however the more you shop, the more you save.  Special weekly rates are available.  You really can’t afford not to shop with Jodie.

How to Contact Me

Click to Email Jodie: jodieinparis@mac.com

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My Past Guest's Comments

"Jodie took three of us on a whirlwind shopping trip of Paris February 20th, 2006.  In less than three hours Priscilla found tailored wool pants on sale, Vicki found a skirt that satisfied her dream of something original from Paris, and I found all the little gifts for friends and family who hoped for a souvenir from my trip.  We also had time for a glimpse inside St. Sulpice and a perfume boutique before Jodie pointed out a cafe for lunch and left us.  Jodie even took the time to type up lists for each of us with recommendations to investigate on our own if we wished. (She was flying to Thailand the next day.)  It was like having a delightful cousin in town who knew all the best places to shop.  She came to our apartment to pick us up and pointed out the best metro route for us to return home after lunch.  The best part of finishing almost all my shopping on the first day was that I didn't even have to think about it for the rest of the week I was in Paris. Thank you for finding Jodie for us."  Mary Anne Simpson, Palo Alto, CA USA
 
"We just returned from a week in Paris Feb. 2006.  We had Jodie for a shopping tour for about 4 hours....it wasn't nearly long enough!!  We all loved her and wished we could have spent more time with her.  She is like a long lost friend....so easy going and sweet!  She made communicating in the stores so much easier and knew the great stores to take us to for all of our interests.  She is a pro on the metro too, which made getting around much easier too.  Jodie has great suggestions for what ever you're looking for...wine, food, CLOTHES, etc....If I get back to Paris, I will definitely be booking Jodie again...  Merci Jodie!!"  Tina O'Connell   Boston, MA USA
 
"My husband and I visited Paris in November and had just a few days to see the city, which of course, needed to include some power shopping. We found Jodie on the Travel with Friends Web site prior to our trip and communicated via email about what we wanted to see and do while in Pairs. Upon arrival at our Hotel, we were greeted by a goody bag filled with maps, shopping guides and other essentials that Jodie had left for us. She met us at our hotel, got us acquainted with the Metro and we were soon on our way to the greatest "Shop til you Drop" experience we have ever had in any city!  Jodie guided us in and out of fun boutiques, through shoe stores that were so great they gave me a buzz, fantastic lunch spots, sidewalk cafes for people watching, swanky hang-outs for drinks, then dinner and even more shops!
 
The second day when my husband was pooped, she booked him a massage at a fabulous Spa, which I am happy to say left me "free to be" with my American Express.

After our return to the U.S., some friends loved a few of the tid- bits I had brought home. A quick email to Jodie, and before I knew it, I had a box of Christmas gifts at my door!!  What a gal!! She is truly a find! She took our trip over the top and we can not imagine hitting Paris without her!! Leaving Jodie in Paris was likeleaving a friend. We can't wait to go back! "   Blaine and Kathy Hoggard, Portland, Oregon USA
 
"Prior to arriving in Paris, Jodie made show reservations for us, sent us numerous articles regarding Paris and stayed in contact with us daily. Jodie asked many questions regarding each person in our shopping party to ensure she would accommodate each one of us. When we arrived at our hotel she had delivered a personal gift to each one of us ( 5 ) with wonderful information about Paris , we were thrilled. Later that day she followed up with a phone call to make sure we had arrived and to confirm our next morning shopping experience. Upon meeting Jodie she welcomed us to Paris with open arms. Jodie guided us to wonderful shops, outstanding restaurants, places tourist would not normally visit and joined us for dinner. We had hired Jodie for the day and it turned in to many days, she was so fabulous we just could not visit Paris without her. We have made a lifelong friend! I highly recommend anyone visiting Paris male or female to contact Jodie, it will be a memory forever."  Deanne C., October 2005

"I was in Paris for only a weekend so I desperately needed someone to focus my shopping for me. Jodie sent me questions ahead of time that helped her to tailor the tour to me, which was perfect. By the time we got together she had a very good idea of the areas I'd be most interested in. Jodie provided me with detailed information before my arrival which made me feel totally at ease and excited. When we got together, we had an absolute blast and quite a successful shopping trip. I highly recommend Jodie to anyone that is interested in shopping in Paris. She made the trip!" Maria K., January 2005

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Photo- Photo of Jodie taken by Olivier Louch Paris.