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Handmade knife from LAGUIOLE city
The traditional LAGUIOLE style knife is born in the Laguiole village area (in the high plateau of Aubrac in the north Aveyron region, south of France). It was inspired from the spanish knives (Navaja) that the local men used to bring back after working there during the winter time. Since 1828, cutlers have been handcrafting the traditional knives with the following basic details: * an arche line * a folding form * a 1 to 3-pieces accessories: a blade, with additional corkscrew and/or awl. The corkscrew is linked to the request of the people from Aveyron who left the department to conquer the Parisian coffees. For the awl, it was…
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Organic cosmetics by MELVITA
The Melvita brand is one of the French organic cosmetic pioneer. It was founded in 1983 in the south of France (Ardeche region) by Mr Bernard Chevilliat, a biologist and beekeeper. MEL for Miel (honey) and VITA for Vie (Life)…! The initial cosmetic range was made with hive products. Nowadays, more than 200 clean cosmetics products are available (10 cosmetic patents have been registered). They are 100% manufactured in France in the eco-plant still located in Ardèche. You can so make your choice between the organic plants’ oils, floral waters, honey based products….etc. There even is a range for babies ! The organic beauty products are available…
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Winky robot by MAINBOT
In 2017, Boris Kesler (a French hardware entrepreneur) and his wife Amanda Ferreira had a great idea for their baby to come: the idea to create a little educational and customisable robot ! Best way to prepare children for the world’s to come … The Winky Robot teaches kids (from 5 to 12) about robotics, programming and artificial intelligence. It combines didactic contents and emotional behavior. It has a modular body, movement detector, tactile sensors, microphones, speaker to interact… but no camera to preserve users private life. You can use it without tablet (various memory games) or with it! An open platform will allow children to learn how…
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Luxury items (Clock, Pen, Lighter) by S.T. DUPONT
The history of the S.T. Dupont brand goes back to the year 1872 in Paris. Mr Simon Tissot Dupont, the Napoleon III photographer, decided to became a leather work designer. He started to manufacture refined travel trunks for the Parisian High Society. The S.T. Dupont accessories became soon essential for the European elite. In 1924, for an easier manufacturing process, the work shop was relocated in Haute-Savoie area (closed to the Annecy Lake). Over the years, the company successfully collaborated with Cartier in New-York. The customers were royalty, world leaders, screen legends and style icons. S.T. Dupont also launched new products such as beauty travel cases, briefcases, lighters, pens… …
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Luxury knit accessories by MAISON BONNEFOY
100% made in France, Maison BONNEFOY is a luxury knit family business since 1940. Scarves, beanies, gloves, ponchos and even plaids…..impossible to be cold during the winter ! The accessories are colorful and in various styles. You can by these products on Maison BONNEFROY e-shop or in retailers shops.
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Bracelet by LE VENT A LA FRANCAISE
When 2 young students , Mr Louis CHAUMEIL & Mr Charles TISSIER, decided to create a Made in France fashion accessories brand. Therefore in 2016, “Le Vent à la Française” (meaning the french-type wind) was born ! Their first and still iconic unisex jewel is the compass bracelet : a bronze medal stamped with a wind rose ! This hand made jewel is available in different covers: silver, plated gold…and even in wood. A long lasting bracelet, with an ultra water resistant rope, with lifetime warranty. Ransom of success, you can also now buy other high quality fashion products such as shirts, caps, beanies and socks . And…
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Pétanque boules by OBUT
Does the French word “Pétanque” reminds you of something ? You know, the typical french game played with steel balls (“boules”) and 1 wooden jack (“cochonnet” in french)… Well, whether you are an afficionado or a total beginner, it is time to buy an OBUT pétanque balls set ! Manufacturer since 1955, the OBUT brand is the French leader in pétanque balls. In their unique production site located in the Auvergne region, they master the various fabrication steps. For adults (in stainless steel) or for kids (in steel or wood), the choice is yours: for competition, regular practice or leisure ? natural steel or with black/gold finish ? smooth…
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“Sophie La Girafe” by VULLI
The most famous french giraffe ! It was created in 1961 by Mr Rampeau, during the Saint Sophie day (May, 25 th…). It soon became a staple of the french babies toys ! “Sophie” helps the baby to use all his 5 senses and is very helpful during the theeth growth. It is made with natural latex (from Malaysia) and natural pigment ink . 100 % manufactured in France, 14 handmade actions are required to make this toy. The “Sophie la Girafe” concept have been also diversified in many baby ranges of products. Where can you buy it ? well……every where indeed : supermarkets, toys boutiques, main departments stores…. and…
