LE PORTRAIT
An address with a clear point of view.
Le Comptoir Bédier is a community-minded address in the 13th arrondissement that genuinely functions as a neighbourhood gathering place. You'll find a thoughtful mix of secondhand clothing for women, men and children, alongside tableware, linens, books and everyday objects of all kinds — all priced accessibly, often for just a few euros. What sets the place apart is its participatory model: locals can drop off their own clothes directly, which keeps the stock refreshed on a regular basis.
The shop also offers free or low-cost sewing workshops, ideal for learning how to repair or transform your pieces — it's worth signing up in advance, as places fill quickly. Worth noting: Le Comptoir also functions as a parcel collection point, which is convenient in theory, though opening hours can make weekday pickups tricky for those with regular work schedules. An earnest address, well-regarded by its regulars, that deserves a visit if you're looking for a thrift shop with genuine purpose on avenue Joseph Bédier.
« On est toujours accueilli avec le sourire au Comptoir Bedier que j'ai decouvert en allant recupérer un colis. J'y suis revenue pour deposer des vêtements. Tout est joliment présenté, l'endroit invite à prendre le temps de discuter, de flaner pour dénicher de bonnes affaires. Merci pour cette initiative. »
