Brands

THE LYON BLOUSE

Nestled between the vibrant Barbès neighborhood and historic Montmartre, La Blouse de Lyon has specialized since 1937 in selling workwear for tradespeople and artisans, as well as household linens. Gwendoline and Nicolas, who took over the business in July 2019, are preserving the spirit of the place while modernizing it. A clientele seeking authenticity mingles with professionals and the new generation of artisans: bakers, chefs, shoemakers, chocolatiers, winemakers, wine merchants, and more. More than just a wardrobe for professionals, it is a selection of work clothes, accessories and utilitarian objects related to work.

ON THE HOOF

Located in Thiers, the capital of French cutlery, for three generations, Au Sabot is one of the oldest cutlery brands. Preserving time-honored techniques while incorporating the latest production technologies, it specializes in crafting regional French knives, renowned for their edge retention and durability. Awarded the EPV (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant - Living Heritage Company) label.

COUPERIER COURSOLLE

Founded in 1928 in Nontron (Dordogne), the factory was acquired in 1992 by the company La Forge de Laguiole. It manufactures Nontron knives, the oldest knives in France, with the earliest traces dating back to 1300. Handling everything from blade grinding and polishing to turning, handle machining, and assembly, the Nontron cutlery workshop is the only one to produce traditional Nontron knives. It holds the EPV (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant - Living Heritage Company) label.

Nontronnaise cutlery

Founded in 1928 in Nontron (Dordogne), the factory was acquired in 1992 by the company La Forge de Laguiole. It manufactures Nontron knives, the oldest knives in France, with the earliest traces dating back to 1300. Handling everything from blade grinding and polishing to turning, handle machining, and assembly, the Nontron cutlery workshop is the only one to produce traditional Nontron knives. It holds the EPV (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant - Living Heritage Company) label.

FHB

The specialist in German workwear since 1947. Now located in Spege, the company meticulously crafts traditional garments, such as the brand's signature double-zippered carpenter's trousers. German-woven fabrics, carefully selected accessories, and rigorous manufacturing make this manufacturer the benchmark in Germany for workwear so beloved by tradespeople. In addition to workwear, the range includes a wide selection of durable and functional accessories.

HAFERL ORIGINAL

The Haferlschuh is a true German classic. Its origins date back to the Bavarian region of Allgäu. It is said that in 1803, Franz Schratt, a shoemaker from Oberstdorf, invented the Haferlschuh to meet the robustness needs of the farmers and Alpine hunters of the time. A classic shoe was born: the Allgäu Haferlschuh. 200 steps are required to traditionally manufacture a Haferlschuh. The Haferl Original brand has been working for 20 years in their Hungarian factory, which boasts 100 years of experience, combining modern production technology and artisanal know-how to respect ancestral methods.

HIGONOKAMI

In 1894, the first Higonokami knife was forged in the former Higo province. Handcrafted, it is THE quintessential rustic and traditional Japanese folding knife. Its razor-sharp blade, made of three layers of carbon steel (San Mai), with curves characteristic of a Japanese sword, is sheathed in a brass scabbard, most of which bear the blacksmith's signature. Historically, it was used in calligraphy for sharpening quill pens. Today, Nagao Kanekoma Knife is the only manufacturer authorized to use the Higonokami trademark.

THE INDIAN WOMEN OF NIMES

Indian prints from Palempore in India, Kalamkari from Persia, printed fabrics from Nîmes or Marseille were all known in the 18th century under the name "Indian," in reference to their distant origin. It was at the end of the 19th century, driven by the passion of a herdsman, the Marquis Folco de Baroncelli-Javon, known as Lou Marquès (The Marquis), that the herdsman fashion and all its codes came into being. Since 1938, the Mistral workshops have continued to produce quality clothing in the pure herdsman tradition under the brand Indiennes de Nîmes.

Pencil Island

Since 1996, Patrick Tourré has been crafting pencils from willow branches in the Puy-de-Dôme region of France. Making a good pencil requires time: from harvesting the branches to drying, it's a long, six-month process. The leads are handcrafted using kaolin and natural pigments. These pencils—trees of all colors and shapes—each possess a unique geometry, just like those found in nature. "They are so beautiful that I don't dare use them, I am often told…" "And yet, I make them so that they can be used." - Patrick Tourré

THE GARDIANE BOOT

Since 1958, in Aigues-Vives in the Gard hinterland, La Botte Gardiane has been manufacturing shoes and leather goods initially for the gardians, and for individuals in search of authenticity and true French quality know-how, recognized by obtaining the Living Heritage Company label in 2007. Today it is one of the only French companies that still manufactures everything in its workshop and sources locally from the most quality tanneries.

LAFONT

Founded in 1844 by Adolphe Lafont, this Lyon-based manufacturer is one of France's iconic workwear brands. It owes part of its renown to the dungarees (work trousers with an added bib), the original model of which, the 406 dungarees, remains in the Lafont catalog more than 100 years after its creation. Acquired in 2016 by Cepovett, a leading French professional clothing company, Lafont aims to modernize its lines while drawing on the brand's heritage, as exemplified by the re-release of the 406 dungarees.

The Faithful

The LE FIDELE cutlery shop was created in 1991 by Isabelle and Yvan Boitel. In its early days, the Marque au Chien (Dog Brand) specialized in the handcrafted production of the legendary "Le Laguiole" knife. It quickly expanded its range to include regional knives, such as Le Thiers, Le Pradel, and the marine knife Le London.

THE PLOWER

Founded by Primo Zélanti in 1956 in Digoin, in southern Burgundy, this small family business manufactures traditional work clothes and everyday garments reminiscent of bygone eras. His son, Jean-Charles Zélanti, who took over the reins of the factory in 1988, liked to say: "My father wanted to trademark 'L'Agriculteur' (The Farmer), but it was already taken, so he chose 'Le Laboureur' (The Ploughman)." The factory owes much of its renown to the production of traditional work clothes (largeots, coltins) in velvet, thick moleskin, or linen/cotton blends, which the journeyman guilds required their apprentices—carpenters, stonemasons, and joiners—to wear, in strict accordance with the time-honored craftsmanship.

MAM

Since 1870, MAM folding knives have been to Portugal what Opinel is to French cutlery: a simple knife made in Portugal, easily recognizable by its sheep's foot blade and appreciated for its cutting power at a low price.

MASERIN

Founded in 1960 by Maserin Fervido, the family business continues 60 years later to produce knives with high production process standards. Its small shuttle knife, "Temperino," originally made of copper, was traditionally passed down from father to son in Italy.

NIWAKI

Jack Hobson, a budding sculptor and passionate about Japanese floral art, created Niwaki – meaning garden tree – in the 2000s in Wales. He began by offering a wide range of Japanese tripod garden ladders and pruning tools. The brand has since been registered to produce a line of beautifully crafted clothing and accessories specifically designed for the garden, adhering to the exacting standards of Japanese tradition.

OLD BEAR

Despite its name, Old Bear is an Italian cutlery company founded in 1925. The folding knives, marked with a bear—the brand's emblem—are still handcrafted. The handles are made from local woods, olive or walnut, and the steel is of high quality. They feature a double-locking bolster. An EDC knife

OTTER MESSER

The Otter company was founded around 1840 in Solingen, the German steel capital. Its name comes from the otters that lived on the banks of the streams and rivers of the Bergisches Land region at that time. The Mercator knife, created in 1867, equipped German soldiers during the First and Second World Wars. Still handcrafted and sharpened with the utmost care, more than 40 manual steps are required to make an Otter Mercator knife.

PAINE'S

Since 1931, in Auburn, Maine, the family-run Paine's factory has been crafting artisanal incense. Branches of balsam trees (red cedar, fir, pine) are brought in by local loggers. They are then ground, dried, and molded into dried incense sticks or cones, without the addition of any chemicals. 100% natural and sustainable incense!

PLASTICANA

Behind the brand founded in 1998 is a man, André Ravachol, who has been crafting shoes and accessories since 1981. He first encountered hemp in 1997 while working for the Italian brand OXS. This encounter led the following year to a series of shoes and boots designed for gardening, made from a molded material combining recycled hemp with vinyl plastic, with the aim of minimizing environmental impact. Clean design, simple manufacturing, and recyclable materials are the hallmarks of Plasticana, which has enjoyed resounding success since 2023, from Paris to New York and across the UK.

TALLA

A Finnish family business founded in 1968 by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Touko Ollila. He developed a birch wood insole that provides comfort and support. Its shape and function reduce lower back pain and relieve foot discomfort. The craftsmanship is evident in every clog, a successful combination of design and wood, with a selection of quality leathers. Talla collaborates with talented Finnish and international designers such as Marimekko and Nanso. Clogs for urban consumers interested in a more sustainable lifestyle.

THIERS-ISSARD

Founded in 1884 by Pierre Thiers, who already had an extraordinary reputation as a skilled blacksmith, the company's pieces, primarily straight razors, were of exceptional quality. Known worldwide for the surgical precision of its edges, the cutlery company has established its reputation among individuals with its extensive range of straight razors, as well as its folding knives, distinguished by their character and robustness.

TORAICHI

Since its founding in 1959, Toraichi has been the leading workwear brand in Japan. Their "Tobi," wide, flowing trousers worn by Japanese construction workers, are very popular both in Japan and abroad. These trousers derive their shape from a combination of the knikerbocker, baggy trousers gathered above the knee and worn by European high society in the late 19th century, and the hakama, trousers traditionally worn in Japan by Kendo practitioners.

TOYO

Founded in 1969 by Keiyu Hisashi, Toyo Steel manufactures metal toolboxes in its Osaka factory. Their distinguishing features include robust, embossed, and enameled steel to protect against corrosion, a weld-free manufacturing process, and rounded corners to prevent injuries. This is how Toyo Steel has built a solid reputation for quality and durability over the past 50 years.

Troëntorp

A century-old Swedish company located in Troentorp. An anatomically designed clog for proper foot and back support. The use of alder wood for the soles is known for its moisture-wicking properties, keeping feet dry and healthy during long workdays. It is for these qualities of comfort and hygiene that Troëntorp work clogs are valued in professions such as catering, healthcare, and agriculture.