VAT Refund Guide

Maje

Get up to 20% back on Maje in Europe with your VAT refund. Basalt Leather Jacket, Romantic Lace Dresses, Tailored Blazers across 11 stores. Paris flagship.

About Maje.

Founded in 1998 by Judith Milgrom in Paris, Maje (a portmanteau of “Maman” and “Je” - “Mom and I”) was created as an accessible contemporary fashion brand combining Parisian elegance with youthful energy. Part of the SMCP Group (alongside Sandro and Claudie Pierlot), Maje has grown from a single Bastille boutique to over 600 stores worldwide. The brand is known for its effortless French-girl aesthetic, mixing feminine silhouettes with rock ‘n’ roll edge—signature leather jackets, romantic dresses, and tailored blazers at accessible luxury price points (€100-€300).

Signature products.

Basalt Leather Jacket €395–€495
Romantic Lace Dresses €195–€295
Tailored Blazers €225–€325
Knit Cardigans €125–€195
M Mini Bag €165–€245
Why shop Maje in Europe?

Maje is a French brand with European design and headquarters in Paris, making Europe the best place globally for pricing, selection, and exclusive collections. With 12-20% VAT refunds, a €395 Basalt leather jacket becomes €316-€348 after refund—compared to $495 in the US (€460), saving €112-€144. European boutiques also stock seasonal exclusives and collaborations 2-3 months before global release.

Best cities to shop.

Paris

30+ boutiques including Rue Saint-Honoré and Le Marais flagships, birthplace of Maje

Lyon

2 locations (Avenue de Saxe, Rue du Président Herriot), full collections

Barcelona

Rambla de Catalunya boutique in Eixample district, prime shopping area

Store locations.

Amsterdam

Maje P.C. Hooftstraat

Pieter Cornelisz Hooftstraat, 18, 1071 BX Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Barcelona

Maje Rambla de Catalunya

Rambla de Catalunya, 120, 08008 Barcelona, Spain

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Lisbon

Maje Avenida da Liberdade

Avenida da Liberdade, 75, 1250-217 Lisbon, Portugal

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Lyon

Maje Lyon Saxe

18 Avenue de Saxe, 69006 Lyon, France

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Maje Lyon Herriot

68 Rue du Président Herriot, 69002 Lyon, France

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Paris

Maje Rue Saint-Honoré

267 Rue Saint-Honoré, 75001 Paris, France

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Maje Le Marais

49-51 Rue Vieille du Temple, 75004 Paris, France

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Maje Saint-Germain-des-Prés

24 Rue Saint-Sulpice, 75006 Paris, France

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Maje Place des Victoires

10 Place des Victoires, 75002 Paris, France

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Maje Rue de la Pompe

143 Rue de la Pompe, 75116 Paris, France

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Maje Rue de Sèvres

15 Rue de Sèvres, 75006 Paris, France

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How much can you save?

Purchase: €1,000 Save up to €180
Purchase: €5,000 Save up to €900
Purchase: €10,000 Save up to €1,800

VAT refund essentials.

Minimum Spend

€100.01

VAT Rate

20% standard rate

Net Refund

12-15% back

Time Limit

3 months to validate at departure

Pro tips.

Paris has 30+ Maje boutiques across all neighborhoods—Rue Saint-Honoré flagship offers full collection

Le Marais flagship (49-51 Rue Vieille du Temple) combines historic setting with latest collections

European prices are 20-30% lower than US/Asia before VAT refunds (€295 dress vs $395 US)

Maje frequently collaborates with artists and designers—European stores get exclusive capsule collections first

Frequently asked questions.

Can I get VAT refund on Maje online purchases?

No. VAT refunds are only available for in-store purchases made in Europe. Online orders shipped internationally are already VAT-exempt.

Do I need to show my Maje purchase at customs?

High-value items (typically over €1,000) may require physical inspection at customs. Keep your purchase in carry-on luggage, not checked bags.

What if I'm connecting through a non-EU airport?

You must validate your VAT refund at your last EU point of departure, not your final destination.

How long does it take to get my refund?

With TravelMoney, refunds are processed instantly once validated at customs. Standard tax-free services can take 4-12 weeks.

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