Little black book

Brocante des Quinconces, Place des Quinconces, 33000 Bordeaux, France. bordeauxquinconces.com ‘This antiques fair and flea market is held twice a year during the spring and autumn, in the centre of Bordeaux in the city’s (and also France’s) largest square. It has a relaxed atmosphere and I find that we always leave with something, even if it is just a little trinket,’ says Olivier.

Cabanes et châteaux, 74 Rue Notre Dame, 33000 Bordeaux, France. +33 5 56 44 13 08; cabanesetchateaux.com ‘ We love the cabinet of curiosities style of this shop in Chartrons, Bordeaux’s charming antiques district,’ says Olivier. ‘Antiques, decorative accessories, books and more abound here. We often visit to buy gifts as they have a very inspiring selection.’

Galerie Saint James, Rue Saint James, 33000 Bordeaux, France ‘This tiny antiques shop is located on a pretty pedestrian street in the old city centre. Stanislas Marconi is passionate and always happy to share his expertise. He is an encyclopedia of 20th- century design. He has an incredible collection of old design magazines.’

Marché aux Puces de Saint- Ouen, 93400 Saint- Ouen, Paris, France. marcheauxpuces-saintouen.com ‘Of the many parts of the flea market, make sure that you go to both Biron and Dauphine markets: they have the most interesting antiques dealers,’ says Olivier. ‘Here you’ll find a feast for the eyes and a true journey into the past of French decorative art. One of the many treasures that we have uncovered here is the 1940s art deco desk in our living room (on page 65).’