for wigs and hair extensions there is only one place to go in parispe: chateau d’eau. the streets in front the gare du nord are lined with shops selling african beauty products. there is everything from luscious locks a la destiny’s child to wilder tina turner inspired styles. with prices starting at 60 francs for a synthetic wig there really is something for every taste and pocket. all the shops stock a variety of different extension styles which are equally reasonable. appointments can be booked at one of the areas numerous hairdressers who will sew or glue on the extensions in about 45 minutes. the full service will cost about 300 francs. the shops are very busy on saturday and everything is closed on sundays.