About Les Boutiques Longchamp

Les Boutiques Longchamp

Les Boutiques Longchamp, a renowned French luxury leather goods company, was founded in Paris in 1948 by Jean Cassegrain. The brand began its journey with innovative luxury leather-covered pipes and has since expanded into a wide array of products.

Heritage and Innovation

  • 1948: The inception of Longchamp marked a new chapter in French leather goods, starting with a unique leather-covered pipe that garnered international attention.
  • 1950s-1980s: The brand diversified its offerings to include small leather goods, passport covers, wallets, and other accessories, establishing a global presence.

Expansion into Fashion

  • 1971: Longchamp introduced its first women's handbag, setting the stage for becoming one of France's leading leather goods makers.
  • 2006: The launch of their Ready-to-Wear collection.
  • 2012: The brand expanded into footwear.
  • 2017: Longchamp added eyewear to its repertoire.

Artistic Direction

Under the artistic direction of Sophie Delafontaine, Longchamp defines the Longchamp woman as free, independent, Parisian, and cosmopolitan.

Global Presence

Today, Longchamp operates in 80 countries with around 1,500 retail outlets, offering products that include handbags, luggage, shoes, travel items, fashion accessories, and women's ready-to-wear.

Brand Symbolism

The logo, a galloping horse, reflects the brand's commitment to elegance and dynamism, drawing inspiration from the Longchamp Racecourse and the milling heritage of the Cassegrain family.

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