Longchamp may be best known for its Le Pliage bags, but as a leather goods company, its leather expertise and craftsmanship are what gave the brand its paramount status.
First introduced in 1978, Le Foulonné is named after the French word for “drummed”, which refers to the technique where leather is passed through a rotating drum after tanning. This process helps to enhance the material’s softness and reveal its natural grain, resulting in a leather that’s supple and sensual to the touch, and durable.
Subtle yet robust, discreet yet easily identifiable, the Le Foulonné range is a timeless classic that is ‘refresh’ regularly. Le Foulonné was only used to craft men’s products, but as fashion continues to celebrate timelessness and originality, it’s only apt that the iconic leather makes a rightful comeback.
Longchamp’s creative director Sophie Delafontaine gave the Le Foulonné the revival it deserves after 43 years. In the Autumn/Winter 2021 collection held at the Manège Battesti at the heart of Paris as a tribute to the equestrian world, two new models crafted in Le Foulonné complemented the equestrian-themed ensembles.
Instead of striking designs, the brand focused on classic and minimal silhouettes to let the beauty of the leather take center stage.
Firstly, there’s the square-shaped crossbody that gives off a subtle androgynous allure, and then there’s the versatile flap bag that comes in a rounder silhouette. Both designs share the same key details—an adjustable shoulder strap that’s attached to the bag by a leather loop, a stirrup-shaped buckle that’s derived from the archives, and minimal, pale-gold hardware for that touch of shine. Both bags come in small and medium formats. Refined and timeless, the carriers are truly the epitome of Parisian chic. The bags are available in six colors—black, red, caramel, yellow Mimosa, blush pink, and soft grey Turtledove.
For today, for tomorrow, for always, discover Le Foulonné, Longchamp’s forever leather. Le Foulonné is available at Longchamp Greenbelt 5, Rustan’s, www.rustans.com
