Updated August 2026
In 2016, linen created by LinenMe reached one of Paris’s best-known department stores: Galeries Lafayette Haussmann. Linen tea towels from the family business behind the Domi Lini linen experience were displayed in the store’s kitchen and home section. It was a proud international milestone—and a fitting chapter in the story of a Lithuanian family business built around natural linen.
LinenMe at Galeries Lafayette Paris: the 2016 milestone
The original LinenMe announcement, published in November 2016, documented the products on the shelves of the Boulevard Haussmann flagship. The featured collection included linen tea towels, presented among established international names in kitchenware and home design.
This article records that 2016 achievement; it should not be read as confirmation that the same products remain in the store today. Retail selections change, but the milestone still matters. It showed that thoughtfully designed Lithuanian linen could earn a place in an internationally recognised Parisian setting.
Why the Paris story belongs to Domi Lini
Domi Lini and LinenMe share the same family roots and respect for flax. Domi Lini was not conceived as a conventional apartment property with generic hotel textiles. Its identity grew from the family’s linen knowledge: an understanding of the fibre, the cloth and the calm, tactile atmosphere it can create.
That connection is visible throughout the apartments. Guests sleep in linen bedding, use linen towels and encounter natural textiles as part of everyday life rather than as decoration. Read more about Domi Lini’s linen story and the qualities of linen fabric, or discover how that family idea became a distinctive place to stay in Druskininkai.
The products shown in Paris and the textiles experienced at Domi Lini were not identical in purpose: Galeries Lafayette presented linen for the home, while Domi Lini lets guests live with linen during their stay. What connects them is the same design culture and manufacturing knowledge.
Galeries Lafayette: from a small shop to a Paris landmark
The setting adds another layer to the story. According to the official history of Galeries Lafayette, cousins Théophile Bader and Alphonse Kahn opened their first 70-square-metre store at 1 rue La Fayette in 1894. Its location, close to the Opéra Garnier and major railway stations, helped the business grow rapidly.
The famous Haussmann flagship was inaugurated in 1912. Its spectacular Art Nouveau dome rises 43 metres above the store. Architect Ferdinand Chanut worked with glass artist Jacques Gruber on the coloured glass, while Louis Majorelle created the decorative ironwork for the balconies. The result transformed shopping into an experience of architecture, light and theatre—a bold expression of the founders’ idea of a “luxury bazaar.”
The building has accumulated colourful stories of its own. In 1919, aviator Jules Védrines landed a plane on the rooftop terrace after accepting a challenge that offered a 25,000-franc prize. He collected the prize—and reportedly received a 16-franc fine for flying too low over Paris. Since 1976, the store’s monumental Christmas tree has also become an annual part of the Paris festive season.
A natural meeting of French style and Lithuanian linen
Paris and Lithuania may seem like very different starting points, yet linen connects them naturally. It is one of Europe’s oldest textile fibres, valued for breathability, strength and the way it becomes softer with use. Linen can feel relaxed and understated, but careful weaving, colour and finishing also give it a refined character suited to a design-led department store.
For Domi Lini, the Paris milestone was never only about prestige. It confirmed that the material at the heart of the apartments could travel between contexts—from a Lithuanian family workshop to a Paris homeware department, and from beautifully dressed dining tables to the practical comfort of a holiday stay.
Experience the linen story in Druskininkai
The easiest way to understand linen is to use it. At Domi Lini, guests can experience the fabric in a quiet, personal setting surrounded by the pine forests and wellness culture of Druskininkai. Each apartment has its own character, while the linen details provide a consistent sense of natural comfort.
The Paris connection is especially at home in the French Story apartment, but linen runs through the complete Domi Lini experience. Explore all rooms, apartment features and current rates to choose the setting that suits your stay.
Frequently asked questions
Were Domi Lini linens sold at Galeries Lafayette?
In 2016, LinenMe products—including linen tea towels—were stocked at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann in Paris. Domi Lini and LinenMe share the same family linen story; Domi Lini itself is an apartment property rather than a separate retail linen label.
Can I still buy the same LinenMe products at Galeries Lafayette?
We have verified the 2016 listing, but not the store’s current assortment. Product selections change, so visitors should check with Galeries Lafayette or LinenMe before making a special journey to purchase a particular item.
What makes the Galeries Lafayette Haussmann building special?
The flagship is known for its 1912 Art Nouveau dome, decorative balconies and long role in Parisian fashion and retail culture. Its rooftop and central atrium have also made the building a destination in its own right.
Where can I experience the Domi Lini linen concept?
Domi Lini apartments in Druskininkai use linen bedding, towels and interior details as an integral part of the stay. Guests can compare the individual apartment stories on the rooms and rates page.