Fashion in Paris

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Fashion-focused museum and school visits and the chance to meet a Parisian designer
Good design sensibilities come partly from within, but they are also a product of what we see. Best to start with the aesthetic masterpieces at the Louvre, where an old dress in one of Diego Velázquez’s portraits may just inspire a creative revival of the ruffle. Even leisure time on the busy streets of Paris could spark an idea, driving pencil to paper as the sidewalk becomes your atelier.

🔹 Curated experiences: Every program is intentionally designed to feature guided learning, cultural engagement, and independent exploration experiences to drive global competency development, denoted on each itinerary with a blue diamond. Learn more about these experiences.

  • Day 1: Fly overnight to France

  • Day 2: Paris

    Meet your Field Director at the airport

    Take a walking tour of the Latin Quarter, so named because the language was once commonly spoken by the Sorbonne students that populated the area

    See Notre-Dame Cathedral, known for its sculptured facade, stained-glass rose windows, and seemingly weightless vaulted ceilings, and see the progress of its restoration following the 2019 fire which damaged much of the building

    Enjoy dinner in the Latin Quarter

  • Day 3: Paris

    🔹 Guided learning: Take a guided tour of Paris

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Place de la Concorde, a major public square
    • Champs-Élysées, an elegant boulevard packed with high-fashion boutiques 
    • Arc de Triomphe, a monument honoring those who fought for France in the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars 
    • Eiffel Tower, built for the 1889 World's Fair and an iconic symbol of Paris
    • Hôtel des Invalides, a grand hospital commissioned by Louis XIV 

    Explore art from around the world at the Louvre, home to over 35,000 objects including Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, the Mona Lisa

    🔹 Guided learning: Take a fashion-themed guided tour in the Louvre, which boasts the handiwork of some of the most influential names in the rise of the modern fashion industry

    Enjoy a scenic view of Paris as you sail along the iconic Seine River 

  • Day 4: Paris

    Visit the Museum of Fashion and take a self-guided tour of its impressive collection of accessories and fabrics (over 90,000 pieces)

     ðŸ”¹ Independent exploration: Spend the afternoon exploring Paris on your own  

    Enjoy dinner in Paris

  • Day 5: Paris

    🔹 Cultural engagement & industry experience: Visit a Parisian fashion institute to gain insights on the French fashion industry

  • Day 6: Paris

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Versailles

    Versailles
    Welcome to the world headquarters of decadence—the grand palace of Versailles. The enormous estate was built to keep commoners far from its gilded doors and expansive gardens—but fortunately, you won’t have to win Louie or Marie’s notoriously fickle favor to get in. After spending the day in a maze of manicured shrubbery and the staggering Hall of Mirrors, continue the theme of indulgence by treating yourself at a local patisserie nearby.

  • Day 7: Paris

    🔹 Cultural engagement & industry experience: Meet with an industry expert and gain some insight into what the next fashion-forward trends will be

    Enjoy dinner in Montmartre and explore the district has long been a haven for artists

  • Day 8: Depart for home

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  • Day 1: Fly overnight to France

  • Day 2: Paris

    Meet your Field Director at the airport

    Take a walking tour of the Latin Quarter, so named because the language was once commonly spoken by the Sorbonne students that populated the area

    See Notre-Dame Cathedral, known for its sculptured facade, stained-glass rose windows, and seemingly weightless vaulted ceilings, and see the progress of its restoration following the 2019 fire which damaged much of the building

    Enjoy dinner in the Latin Quarter

  • Day 3: Paris

    🔹 Guided learning: Take a guided tour of Paris

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Place de la Concorde, a major public square
    • Champs-Élysées, an elegant boulevard packed with high-fashion boutiques 
    • Arc de Triomphe, a monument honoring those who fought for France in the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars 
    • Eiffel Tower, built for the 1889 World's Fair and an iconic symbol of Paris
    • Hôtel des Invalides, a grand hospital commissioned by Louis XIV 

    Explore art from around the world at the Louvre, home to over 35,000 objects including Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, the Mona Lisa

    🔹 Guided learning: Take a fashion-themed guided tour in the Louvre, which boasts the handiwork of some of the most influential names in the rise of the modern fashion industry

    Enjoy a scenic view of Paris as you sail along the iconic Seine River 

  • Day 4: Paris

    Visit the Museum of Fashion and take a self-guided tour of its impressive collection of accessories and fabrics (over 90,000 pieces)

     ðŸ”¹ Independent exploration: Spend the afternoon exploring Paris on your own  

    Enjoy dinner in Paris

  • Day 5: Paris

    🔹 Cultural engagement & industry experience: Visit a Parisian fashion institute to gain insights on the French fashion industry

  • Day 6: Paris

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Versailles

    Versailles
    Welcome to the world headquarters of decadence—the grand palace of Versailles. The enormous estate was built to keep commoners far from its gilded doors and expansive gardens—but fortunately, you won’t have to win Louie or Marie’s notoriously fickle favor to get in. After spending the day in a maze of manicured shrubbery and the staggering Hall of Mirrors, continue the theme of indulgence by treating yourself at a local patisserie nearby.

  • Day 7: Paris

    🔹 Cultural engagement & industry experience: Meet with an industry expert and gain some insight into what the next fashion-forward trends will be

    Enjoy dinner in Montmartre and explore the district has long been a haven for artists

  • Day 8: Depart for home

Learning outcomes on this program

Confidence • Curiosity • Global perspective • Empathy • Adaptability • Relatability • Self-Awareness

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Academic resources

With this program, you get access to our Global Learning Resources, which include:

  • Discussion questions
  • Sample assignments
  • Journal prompts
  • Webinars
  • EF's Global Competency Assessment, a pre- and post-program assessment to measure competency development
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EF Global Learning Model Post-Study Abroad Learning Resources
Academic resources


With this program, you get access to our Global Learning Resources, which include:

  • Discussion questions
  • Sample assignments
  • Journal prompts
  • Webinars
  • EF's Global Competency Assessment, a pre- and post-program assessment to measure competency development

See the resources you get

What's Included

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  • Transportation

    Various modes of transport are tailored to your program. While some transfers are included, others may come at additional cost.

  • Accommodations

    Safe, comfortable lodging will be waiting for you at your destination.

  • Select meals

    Enjoy a combination of included meals and the freedom to explore local cuisine on your own.

  • End-to-end support

    Your dedicated EF team helps secure administrative approval and academic credit, provides enrollment tools, and helps establish your program’s ongoing presence on campus.

  • EF Global Learning Toolkit

    We offer various tools to help educators facilitate student growth abroad and on campus, including academically enriched travel programs, industry engagement opportunities, global learning resources, and a Global Competencies Assessment tool.

  • Field Director

    Your Field Director is on the ground with your group, providing deep local insights while handling program logistics.

  • Guided exploration

    Gain insider knowledge and cultural perspective from licensed local guides: natural historians who provide cultural insights to enhance learning moments throughout the program.

  • Field Visits

    Experience academics in action during engaging visits with relevant organizations, thought leaders, and partners.

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