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merci is a concept store in Paris created by Marie-France and Bernard Cohen, founders of the renowned children’s clothing line Bonpoint. merci offers three stories of furniture, home accessories, fragrances, children's clothing, textiles, flowers, specially designed pieces by Stella McCartney, YSL, and Paul Smith, a vintage bookstore, and an organic café overlooking a courtyard garden. "A personal mix of rare pieces and daily objects, which illustrates my life philosophy" according to Marie-France. merci's mission combines fashion with philanthropy; vintage with contemporary design; and bespoke creations with the accessible. All proceeds are donated to various children's charities and to provide work for impoverished youth in Madagascar.
