Ethical Yvelines
Gift ideas made in Yvelines!
Explore our carefully chosen selection of gifts imbued with the unique spirit and charm of the Yvelines. From local crafts to gourmet delights, discover gift ideas that celebrate the authenticity and diversity of our beautiful region. Make your festive season a warm, local celebration with gifts that tell the story of the Yvelines.
Historiae, the perfumes of history
Stroll through the Orangerie du Roy, explore the Jardin Le Nôtre, stop off at the Hameau de la Reine: with its evocatively named fragrances, Historiae, founded in Montainville, invites you to step back in time.
Orijns, textiles made in France!
Orijns: clothing and accessories made in France! Blandine Berjot founded Orijns in April 2013. Based in Triel-sur-Seine, this company specialises in the sale of clothing and accessories made exclusively in France.
Look and decorate with Nadivare & Co
Baby universe, tableware, jewellery, bags and clutches, household linen…with Nadivare & Co your interior decoration will be adorned with a thousand colours. Nadine Ouandji, the founder of the brand created in January 2015, located in Les Clayes-sous-Bois.
Damien Béal’s leathers
Made in France is popular, and so is made in Yvelines. All the more so when craftsmen and designers work with noble materials. Such is the case of Damien Béal, who crafts wood and leather in his Versailles workshop to create a collection of exceptional furniture, objects and leather goods.
Boutique-atelier : LE L’A.BO – 40 Rue d’Anjou 78000 Versailles – Opening by appointment only
Mademoiselle Saint Germain: legendary beauty recipes
This is the story of a young couple from Versailles, both pharmacists, who passed the Potager du Roi every day. Until one of them, Charles, dared to ask his partner: “What about making cosmetics in the Potager du Roi?”
Good handmade soap
We tend to wear it out quickly these days, washing our hands dozens of times a day, so we might as well give it as a gift! Discover soaps from the Savonnerie du Loup qui Chante in Chanteloup-les-Vignes, made with cold-saponified vegetable oils, as well as magic balms, whipped karite butters, solid shampoos and many other products handcrafted in the Yvelines workshop with a minimum of waste and a maximum of passion.
Would you care for some Yvelines cordial?
Whether to flavour your confectionery dishes or as a gift, discover all the handmade cordials concocted by L’Alchimiste, artisan cordial maker in Chevreuse, grouped into 5 flavour ranges: Aromatic, Fruity, Floral, Spicy and Roasted. Choose from the cordial ranges below, or search for a particular flavour. Or let your curiosity lead you to the Prestige range…
Or liqueur de Poissy?
The boutique at the Noyau de Poissy distillery is nothing but temptations for those who love the famous liqueur made from apricot kernels. Although alcohol should be consumed in moderation, it’s still so good to enjoy a mini glass of Gobelet d’Argent…or its by-products!
For your chocolate gifts
Discover our best of Yvelines chocolatiers, each more talented than the last to make you melt with pleasure! An example? Chocolaterie Colas, based in Maule for 40 years, offers pick-up, delivery and dispatch.
Hot gifts at the Bergerie Nationale
Find plenty of gift ideas in the Bergerie Nationale souvenir store: “Learn to knit” kit with Merino wool from the Bergerie, Mohair wool scarves, mittens, hats, wooden toys, local products…
Open from 2pm to 6pm, Wednesday to Sunday, and every day during holiday periods (except December 25 and January 1).
Luxury hampers with Les Deux gourmands…
If you haven’t already heard of Les Deux Gourmands , it’s high time you did! Founded in 2012 by two passionate residents of the Paris Region, this Crespières-based brand offers a range of food products made from high-quality ingredients sourced from the region’s most renowned addresses!
Toile de Jouy on the web
The pretty Toile de Jouy boutique offers its E-shop, and a selection of decorative objects, accessories, stationery and tableware with Toile de Jouy illustrations. In partnership with the Musée de la Toile de Jouy, this new online boutique offers original models, made by craftsmen and “Made in France”. Gift ideas from €5.
How about a gift of music?
Because music softens the soul, and we clearly missed seeing shows in 2020, for your next event, treat yourself to an unforgettable moment at the Royal Opera of the Château de Versailles!
For more information on the Château de Versailles Spectacles label and available CDs/DVDs, click here.
To give a gift voucher or subscription card, click here.
Do you prefer to share moments of relaxation?
Give the gift of well-being at Spaquana, the Spa on the banks of the Seine at Domaine de la Corniche in Rolleboise!
Gift sets at Waldorf Astoria Versailles – Trianon Palace
A prestigious stay, a luxury dinner, a wellness break at the Guerlain Spa…the ideal offer for those who want to treat themselves. You can visit the online store here!
An enchanted break at Le Cazaudehore in Saint-Germain-en-Laye
Last but not least, the Hôtel Relais & Châteaux, in the heart of the forest of Saint Germain en Laye, awaits you for an exceptional moment in refined surroundings. Less than twenty minutes from the Place de l’Etoile in Paris, this exceptional establishment, where the art of entertaining is reflected in every detail, offers a wide range of gift packs: quiet, gourmet or gastronomic stays, brunches, tasting or gourmet menus, musical evenings or well-being and pampering mornings…you’re sure to find your pleasure!
Le Cuisinaire du Roi, cooking classes in Versailles
Whether you’re a budding cook or a seasoned amateur, foodies young and old alike will discover new culinary delights and learn all the tricks of the trade that make for success in the kitchen! Attend a cooking or pastry class in Versailles with Karine and Jérôme, two passionate cooks! Le Cuisinaire du Roi makes cooking and entertaining a real pleasure!
Mademoiselle K Créations
Mademoiselle K Créations is a brand born in Andresy in 2020, driven by a passion for beauty and sustainable living. In her workshop, she makes products that are aesthetically pleasing, practical and environmentally friendly. Each item is the result of meticulous work and attention to detail. By using sustainable, quality materials, Mademoiselle K Créations strives to offer products that last over time, reducing our ecological footprint while adding a touch of style to your everyday life.
Discover her unique creations, combining elegance and functionality.
Tourism artisans
They are painters in trompe l’oeil decoration or on porcelain, gilders on gold-glazed glass, ceramists, cabinetmakers, leather workers, perfume designers… But also chocolate makers, cheese makers, brewers, beekeepers, cordial makers or fish smokers…
The “Artisan du tourisme” label is designed to promote local production and the creativity of craftspeople, and to enhance the region’s appeal to tourists.