Antoine
Umbrellas and canes in Paris since 1745Antoine
Umbrellas and canes in Paris since 1745Antoine is the oldest canes and umbrellas shop in Paris.
Founded in 1745 and located on avenue de l’Opéra since 1885, Antoine offers the largest choice of exceptional canes and umbrellas. Also, we are specialist on many other accessories such as hats, caps, fans, gloves and bow ties.
To push the door of this store out of time is to enter a universe of elegance and class.
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Steeped in history
Umbrella in Paris
Mr. and Mrs. Antoine arrived in Paris in 1745 and first settled at the Pont-Neuf. They opened two shops, at each end of the bridge. At the time the sale of umbrellas was reserved for gentlemen with carriers porters.
Consequently, Mr. and Mrs. Antoine had the idea to rent umbrellas for the crossing of the Pont-Neuf. It was nice to walk there, all of Paris was there: Montesquieu, Rousseau, Voltaire.
Fifteen years later, in 1760, Antoine left the Pont-Neuf and moved to the Palais-Royal district, more precisely to 26 of the Montpensier Gallery, where they began to manufacture and sell canes. Very quickly, the Palais-Royal district became the favorite walk for Parisians.
Over time
For nearly 125 years, Antoine forged himself a high reputation in the manufacture and sale of canes and umbrellas. He also experienced 3 revolutions, a return to the monarchy, and 2 empires. It was precisely during the Second Empire that Baron Haussmann drafted how today’s Paris now looks.
In these new luxury lanes, gas lighting, omnibuses and paved sidewalks were new and attractive features. The dimensions of these wide avenues allowed more space for the sun, necessitating the use of parasols…!
Antoine had appreciated the quality and prestige of one of these new avenues,and opened a shop at n°10 avenue de l’Opéra in 1886 and is still ther today.
Having taken advantage of this opportunity he consolidated his undisputed reputation in Cannes, Umbrellas, Umbrellas and Gloves.
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They talk about us
"Antoine boutique boasts the oldest umbrella shop in Paris"
Boutiques Anciennes de Paris
The Antoine boutique boasts the oldest umbrella shop in the capital and offers a choice of functional or precious canes, umbrellas and parasols, and many other elegant souvenirs from Paris.
"Antoine is the ultimate frivolity trader to testify to what this triumphal avenue was like before"
Louis Vuitton City guide
Today, Antoine is the ultimate frivolity trader to testify to what this triumphal avenue was like before switching to the boulevard-de-la-franchise register… Deciding to enter and enter a world that is both delicious and unique, with a moulded decoration that remains intact.
"We like the wide choice of handles, parasols and the wide variety of canes"
Petit Futé
Specialist in cane and umbrella since 1745, Antoine is the meeting place for lovers of accessories. The dandies find magnificent umbrellas, as elegant as they are practical. Women in a hurry prefer lighter, folding creations. Refined or original, whimsical or discreet, the models follow one another and do not resemble each other. We love asymmetrical, rectangular or more classic shapes. We like the wide choice of handles, parasols and the wide variety of canes.
"Located in the heart of Paris Haussmannien since 1885, this institution offers the most beautiful umbrellas"
Le Ritz - Paris
Founded in 1745 and located in the heart of Paris Haussmannien since 1885, this institution offers the most beautiful umbrellas. It is the last one still existing, which is obviously worth a visit. Especially since sun-allergic people will also find great sunshades and a virtuoso choice of hats – from caps to panama – next door with gloves and canes of rare chic.
"Antoine boutique boasts the oldest umbrella shop in Paris"
Boutiques Anciennes de Paris
The Antoine boutique boasts the oldest umbrella shop in the capital and offers a choice of functional or precious canes, umbrellas and parasols, and many other elegant souvenirs from Paris.
"Antoine is the ultimate frivolity trader to testify to what this triumphal avenue was like before"
Louis Vuitton City guide
Today, Antoine is the ultimate frivolity trader to testify to what this triumphal avenue was like before switching to the boulevard-de-la-franchise register… Deciding to enter and enter a world that is both delicious and unique, with a moulded decoration that remains intact.
"We like the wide choice of handles, parasols and the wide variety of canes"
Petit Futé
Specialist in cane and umbrella since 1745, Antoine is the meeting place for lovers of accessories. The dandies find magnificent umbrellas, as elegant as they are practical. Women in a hurry prefer lighter, folding creations. Refined or original, whimsical or discreet, the models follow one another and do not resemble each other. We love asymmetrical, rectangular or more classic shapes. We like the wide choice of handles, parasols and the wide variety of canes.
"Located in the heart of Paris Haussmannien since 1885, this institution offers the most beautiful umbrellas"
Le Ritz - Paris
Founded in 1745 and located in the heart of Paris Haussmannien since 1885, this institution offers the most beautiful umbrellas. It is the last one still existing, which is obviously worth a visit. Especially since sun-allergic people will also find great sunshades and a virtuoso choice of hats – from caps to panama – next door with gloves and canes of rare chic.
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The largest choice of umbrellas of Paris
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Entrance to one of the oldest shop in Paris
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An incomparable choice of old canes
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All our exceptional old canes
The Service
The Antoine service is above all a know-how passed on over three generations. This transmission has allowed us to acquire a unique expertise regarding the quality of ours articles (umbrellas, canes, but also hats, caps, and fans).
Antoine’s team will be happy to assist you in your choices and advise you on the care of your canes, umbrellas, hats or fans. And to present you with some exceptional pieces.
Don’t hesitate to contact us.
Where to meet us
10 avenue de l'Opéra
75001 Paris