Zadig & Voltaire

[helena]

What do people think of this shop? I always think I like the idea of these clothes but I never really like them when I try them on. They make nice bags though.

http://www.zadig-et-voltaire.com/mode.html

 

[susie_bubble]

^All the guides always list this shop as one of THE places to go in Paris....but when I get there I always think 'What???' Never impressed me I'm afraid. I bought one nice sweater there though. The quality is pretty good.

 

[softgrey]

they're doing some stuff for la redoute...
i went to the store in the marais las time i was in paris...
i thought it was cute stuff in a trendy sort of way...


someone i know has a nice bag from there....
...

 

[Grill]

I like the look of the store with all the cashmere colours and the little silk camis, either folded or hanging on the rails, etc. but I have never bought anything from them. While the things look good, they don't wear good on me that is! The prices are also quite high for what goods that are quite boring and of average quality.

 

[iSpot]

I love it! It's a typical french clothing line. I love the colours they use (like bright purple, coral and greens against pale grays or rose) and the quality is very good esp. the cashmere you can wash it Also love their bags, I'm considering buying one. The quality of their leather is so nice, I like it even more than Darel.

 

[softgrey]

they seem to be breaking into the american market...
i see some of their pieces credited in some of the mainstream american mags...

but i don't know where it is for sale in the US...
anyone have a clue?

thanks in advance...

 

[belletrist]

Z&V changed a lot since a couple of years when it began de become overhyped and ***the*** thing to wear for tasteless young children-of-the-rich. The quality is becoming worse and worse. The cashmere won't hold its shape after a couple of washing.

I'd say that Paul&Joe is now that classic brand that Z&V used to be.

But please, cashmere sweater with a skull head on it? No.....

 

[iSpot]

they seem to be breaking into the american market...
i see some of their pieces credited in some of the mainstream american mags...

but i don't know where it is for sale in the US...
anyone have a clue?

thanks in advance...

I think you can order through their website (or phone)

 

[iSpot]

But please, cashmere sweater with a skull head on it? No.....

I kinda like the contrast...cashmere...skull

 

[helena]

Over the last few years it is just spinning out the same styles & colours all the time. Its dull as dishwater. Hate the sweater that says Robbie on it. Its a bit pathetic. Yes softgrey I think Z&V has stores in LA now. Its like french Juicy!!!

 

[softgrey]

oh dear...too bad!
i think a lot of things get watered down as they reach a mass market level...
i guess it's necessary in order to appeal to the widest audience possible...
but it's not very appealing to me...

thanks for the info and feedback everyone...

 

[helena]

^^ exactly.....mass market= boring

 

[Gwennilicious]

Does anyone know where I can find Z&V's watch that has a skull on the center of the clock face? I know it came out at least a year ago. I searched eBay but there's hardly anything by Z&V in general. Just wondering if there's any chance somewhere still sells this watch. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks a lot.

 

[Aby]

^have you searched ebay France?

 

[Gwennilicious]

^have you searched ebay France?

Yes i have. I totally forgot about ebay.fr until another kind member reminded me. Thank you guys. :-)