Editor’s Note
This profile of Isabelle Bascou and her concept store, La Grange d’Isa, highlights a compelling career pivot driven by a passion for travel and unique craftsmanship. Her journey from politics and corporate life to curating a collection of global finds is a testament to pursuing one’s authentic interests. We hope her story inspires you to explore new paths.
Isabelle travels the world in search of unique pieces. After working in politics, then in communications, and finally at the SNCF, Isabelle Bascou decided to change course and open her concept store in early 2024. In her authentically charming boutique, the Salon native sells clothes, jewelry, and other decorative items sourced from her travels.
This is why she regularly travels to Cambodia, Laos, Morocco, or Greece to bring back clothes, but also bags, jewelry, stuffed animals, knitwear…
says this granddaughter of a seamstress who has launched a very original mili-chic collection.
• La Grange d’Isa. 33 Rue Moulin d’Isnard. Open Wednesday to Saturday from 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
Laury Diamant wants to please the whole family. A salesperson for ten years, Laury Diamant opened her concept store for the whole family last March, in the former “Elles en Provence” boutique.
explains the young entrepreneur. Thus, whether for dads, moms, children, or babies, it’s possible to find original items. Caps, fanny packs, socks, toiletry bags… the choice is wide. Especially for children aged 0 to 5, for whom Laury Diamant offers everything necessary.
says the woman who started her business after the birth of her second child.
• Ly Concept Store, 133 Cours Gimon. 06 24 78 75 90. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
The shop offers more than 250 teas and infusions. A French tea house founded in 1986 by François-Xavier Delmas, Palais des Thés opened in Salon on March 27, replacing the Melrose store, which moved a few meters away. With 100 shops in France and around the world, the brand, whose Salon manager is Nadia Ben Amar, offers more than 250 teas and infusions. Upon entry, the customer takes time to savor a welcome tea around the tasting table. Then the gustatory journey continues by choosing a few samples.
• Palais des Thés, 104 Cours Victor Hugo. 04 37 03 72 53. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Jade Balverde, always present to advise you. Saga Cosmetics, which already has 30 makeup stores across France, opened its Salon boutique on March 22. Advertised as a low-price makeup store, Saga Cosmetics offers makeup, but not only. You can also find sun care products, hair products, perfume, and face and body care products.
says Jade Balverde, who works alongside Cécilia Grosso. A small men’s range is also available.
• Saga Cosmetics, 169 Cours Gimon, 04 86 64 15 60. Open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Hortensa Messina took courses at the Terrade school in Salon. Hortense Messina opened her nail and beauty salon a few weeks ago on Boulevard de la République. Originally from Cameroon, the young woman trained at the Salon-based Silvya Terrade school. After several years spent in different institutes, she chose to open her own brand
She offers nail services, hand and foot care, but also waxing, facial treatments, eyelash lifts or tints…
• Plumeria Beauties, 204 Boulevard de la République, 06 67 30 85 99. Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM and Saturday from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Sylvie Schoeser makes the objects she sells herself. Previously located in Miramas, Sylvie Schoeser chose to move her shop to Salon:
So it was on April 16 that she opened “L’Atelier des Créas,” a shop that also serves as her workshop. Indeed, 80% of the objects sold are made by the creator. Whether textiles, crocheted objects, or even bags… Sylvie Schoeser says:
There are crocheted objects, wool items, jewelry, stationery, accessories…
• L’Atelier des Créas, 80 Rue du Bourg Neuf, 04 90 58 85 97. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.