LE PORTRAIT
An address with a clear point of view.
Located at 340 rue des Pyrénées, Le Relais is part of the Ding Fring network, Emmaüs's thrift branch — which already says much about the spirit of the place: accessible, unpretentious, rooted in the fabric of the 20th arrondissement. Stock rotates regularly and covers a broad spectrum: jeans and denim in all cuts, casual or office dresses, jumpers, shoes, bags and accessories. You'll occasionally find Levi's or Guess pieces at prices that pleasantly surprise, ranging from 2 to 30€ depending on the item. Clothes are organized by colour, which differs from standard shop layouts and makes browsing more intuitive once you've got the hang of it.
A few reviews note that prices can be somewhat inconsistent from day to day — it's worth checking before you reach the till. The real bargain lies in the flash sales on Label Emmaüs, with occasional discounts reaching up to 50%: it's worth setting up alerts. An honest, no-frills address for anyone seeking useful, affordable secondhand pieces in eastern Paris.
« Aujourd’hui, je me suis fait plaisir en m’offrant quelques jeans Levi’s et des pulls de super qualité pour l’hiver. Franchement, un grand bravo à l’équipe en caisse pour leur accueil chaleureux et leur bonne humeur communicative ! Un grand merci à Rojilia, Soujoud, Naomi, Mamadou et Rufin pour leur gentillesse, leur disponibilité et leur professionnalisme. La boutique est très bien rangée, agréable à visiter, on a envie d’y revenir. Je recommande vivement ! »