LE PORTRAIT
An address with a clear point of view.
Emmaüs Alternatives Monge is the kind of place where you arrive with no expectations and sometimes leave with a genuine find—or empty-handed. Located on rue Monge in the heart of the 5th arrondissement, this charity shop offers a fairly broad mix: unisex clothing, shoes, accessories, as well as books, vinyl, CDs, DVDs and decorative objects. Prices remain accessible, ranging from 2 to 65 euros, making it an honest option for those looking to consume differently without breaking the bank. Organisation is not the shop's strong suit—the stock is dense, sometimes chaotic—but that's also what gives this type of address its charm.
A few tips before you visit: call ahead to confirm opening hours, as they're not always strictly observed. Donations are accepted only until 6pm, not until closing time. And if you want the best pieces, come early in the week, before the staff have sorted through the stock.
« Je suis habituellement les arrivages dans cette boutique Emmaus alternative avant l'heure de la Messe de 18h30 dans ma paroisse Saint Nicolas du Chardonnet. J'apprécie les personnes qui y travaillent quotidiennement car certaines ont beaucoup de délicatesse.Les prix peuvent effectivement grimper mais globalement le lieu est attractif. »