Tag Archives: FRENCH

ARMORIAL

A legendary stationers based in Paris, Armorial was founded in 1890. The maison has been a go-to for Parisian society ever since. Armorial’s range includes luxury stationery, which can be customised to a client’s exact needs. The firm also produces a range of luxurious leather goods and accessories.

ZILLI: A LEATHER JACKET EMPIRE IS BORN

The Zilli story begins in 1965 with the foundation of the iconic brand which, today, is synonymous with luxurious apparel and stylish, tailored pieces, especially leather apparel. It was then that a collaboration would begin which would shape the direction of the Maison Zilli line – a collaboration between a French entrepreneur and an established Italian tailor with a reputation for sleek and elegant designs for discerning customers.

CHARVET: AMONGST THE WORLD’S GREATEST BESPOKE SHIRTMAKERS

Charvet is a French luxury shirtmaker that was founded in 1838 by Joseph-Christophe Charvet. The company is known internationally for its high-quality, handcrafted shirts. Charvet shirts are made from the finest materials, including Egyptian cotton, French linen, and Italian silk. The shirts are assembled by hand, and each shirt is carefully inspected before it is shipped.

LE PARAPLUIE DE CHERBOURG: THE ANCIENT CRAFT OF UMBRELLA MAKING, IMMORTALISED IN FILM

Le Parapluie de Cherbourg (The Cherbourg Umbrella) is a French umbrella manufacturer that was founded in 1986 by Jean-Pierre Yvon. The company is known for its high-quality, handcrafted umbrellas. Descended from a long-line of umbrella craftsmen who helped shape Cherbourg as a global centre for that particular trade, he named his business for the famous movie from the 1960s: ‘The Umbrellas of Cherbourg’.

CHAMPAGNE ALFRED GRATIEN: AN AWARD-WINNING CHAMPAGNE HOUSE

Champagne Alfred Gratien is a family champagne house founded in 1864 in Épernay, France. The house is known for its exceptional champagnes, which are handcrafted using traditional methods and aged in oak barrels. Alfred Gratien champagnes are characterized by their complexity, elegance, and long finish.

HESCHUNG: THE GRAND ALSATIAN SHOEMAKERS

Heschung is an iconic, luxury French shoemaker that has been handcrafting high-quality shoes in Alsace since 1934. The company is known for its timeless designs, reverse welt construction, and use of premium materials. Heschung shoes are made with a variety of leathers, including Anicalf, a full-grain leather that is known for its strength and durability. The company also uses hydrovelour leather, which is a water-resistant leather that is ideal for boots and other shoes that will be exposed to the elements.

BOWEN: FRENCH SHOEMAKERS IN THE BRITISH TRADITION

Bowen Shoes is a French shoemaker that specializes in Goodyear welted shoes. The company was founded in 1988 by Francois de Virieu, who wanted to create a brand that combined the best of English shoemaking with French design. Bowen shoes are known for their high quality, classic styling, and comfortable fit and are a subsidiary brand of the French footwear specialists, Manfield.

LONGCHAMP: THE LUXURY PARISIAN BAGS AND LEATHER GOODS BRAND

Longchamp is a French luxury leather goods company founded in Paris in 1948 by Jean Cassegrain. The company pioneered luxury leather-covered pipes before expanding into small leather goods, such as handbags, wallets, and belts. Today, Longchamp is known for its high-quality, stylish, and affordable products.