This week marks a major step in the long and eventful history of Printemps Le Havre. The first location outside Paris to become affiliated with our central purchasing service in 1928, it has now regained its original status and independence through an extraordinary reversal of history.
Founded 160 years ago by Eugène Huet, it began under the name of “Boule d’Or,” which appeared between two lions on the majestic sign adorning its entrance. Destroyed by the bombings of 1941, the store was not rebuilt until 1954 using an original floorplan for the era. Finally, on August 1, 1958, its management was acquired by Printemps, whose name was definitively affixed to its façade.
Its curved architecture, originally transparent, stood apart from the rectangular buildings preferred by Auguste Perret. Now it stands as an icon and landmark of the city center.
We are extremely proud that this historical gem, which is classed as a UNESCO world heritage site, has become a protected building.
On the same theme
As part of the ESMOD Talent Show, Printemps awarded the “Prix Printemps” to Nathan Vandenberghe.
Le Printemps has appointed chef Gregory Gourdet as culinary director of its upcoming concept at One Wall Street NYC.
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For the first time, Printemps is included in Les Echos and Statista's Leaders in Innovation ranking.
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The Printemps group announces the appointment of David Herrenschmidt as Chief Operations Officer.
Typology opens a corner at Printemps Haussmann!
Jean-Marc Bellaiche spoke at the World Retail Congress 2024, which inspires and brings together over 800 retail leaders every year, and whose theme this year was "High Performance in ...
In April, the 6 contributory projects developed by students at the Institut Français de la Mode as part of the IFM x Kering Sustainability Certificate were presented at the French ...
Some 50 top Printemps customers and influencers were invited to a vintage fashion show at Printemps Haussmann's "7ème Ciel".
As a trend-spotter and fashion trendsetter, Printemps is inaugurating a 187 m2 space dedicated to "Minimal Chic", which has been making its mark on collections for several seasons now.
Printemps Haussmann and Jean-Marc Bellaiche, President of the Printemps Group, were pleased to welcome Mr. Srettha Thavisin, Prime Minister of Thailand.
Printemps de Lille is helping to replace the curtains at the Villa Cavrois, an architectural masterpiece designed by Robert Mallet-Stevens.
Printemps receives the "Strongest Progress" award in KPMG France's Customer Experience Excellence 2023 barometer, which recognizes the excellence of Printemps' customer experience practices.