An exterior view captures the Polène store located at 219 Rue de Richelieu in Paris, France, beneath an overcast sky

An exterior view captures the Polène store located at 219 Rue de Richelieu in Paris, France, beneath an overcast sky. The building exhibits classical Parisian architecture with a light-colored stone facade, featuring prominent columns, decorative cornices, and wrought-iron balconies on the upper floors. The ground level storefront consists of three large glass window sections, each displaying handbags and other items, with a dark frame around each window and a cream-colored retractable awning extended above. The word "POLÈNE" is discreetly displayed above each awning. A street sign for "RUE DE RICHELIEU" is affixed to the building's facade. A queue of approximately fifteen individuals, primarily women, stands in a line behind a gray metal barrier, extending across the sidewalk in front of the store. They are dressed in various casual outerwear, awaiting entry. A modern black street lamp is mounted on the upper right corner of the building. Bare tree branches are visible in the background on the far right.