La Gentle Factory

What La Gentle Factory does

La Gentle Factory (legal entity: La Fabrique SAS) is a French eco-responsible apparel brand founded in 2012 and headquartered in Roubaix, France. The company designs, sources, and distributes made-in-France clothing for men, women, and children under the umbrella of an explicit Fair Fashion positioning. Core technical differentiators are a short French production circuit spanning 14+ named regional partners (knitting in Moreuil, dyeing in Roanne, confection across Barentin, Epagny, Pantin, Roubaix, and others, plus weaving, embroidery, washing, and recycling facilities), 100% Oeko-Tex certified fabrics, Origine France Garantie certification on T-shirts and sweatshirts, and a deliberate fiber mix of approximately 65% organic (GOTS) and 25% recycled (GRS) inputs.

The product portfolio centres on a timeless essentials line (Nos Intemporels / Gentle Classic) of t-shirts, sweatshirts, jeans, and outerwear, supplemented by themed capsule collections (Collection Vélo, Collection Frenchy), a technical Mobility range targeting urban cyclists, an accessible Gentle Eco entry-price line, and a white-label/private-label B2B service. Pricing spans roughly €17.50 to €240 per unit, with volume discounts (Duo -10%, Trio -15%) on certain items.

Revenue is generated through three channels: (i) direct-to-consumer e-commerce via lagentlefactory.com with global shipping, (ii) selective B2B distribution through a curated reseller network of multi-brand boutiques and concept stores in France plus a single corporate-owned boutique (La Factory) in Roubaix, and (iii) white-label/private-label garment services for enterprises seeking ethical French-made apparel under their own brand. The company is privately held, has not disclosed funding, and reports an internal headcount in the 11-50 range while supporting approximately 350 textile jobs across its named production network.

Name

La Gentle Factory

Legal name

La Fabrique SAS

Website

https://lagentlefactory.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

La Gentle Factory is a French eco-responsible apparel brand (founded 2012, Roubaix) that designs and distributes Oeko-Tex-certified, made-in-France clothing for men, women, and children via its own e-commerce site, a corporate boutique, a curated reseller network, and white-label B2B services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sustainable Apparel

NAICS

Apparel Manufacturing (315), Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (3152), Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors) (315250), Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors) (31525)

SIC

Apparel & Other Finishd Prods Of Fabrics & Similar Matl (2300), Retail-Family Clothing Stores (5651), Wholesale-Apparel, Piece Goods & Notions (5130), Retail-Apparel & Accessory Stores (5600)

akta.pro primary industry

Tops & Shirts Cut & Sew (T-Shirts/Shirts/Blouses) (IMAOAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Denim & Bottoms Cut & Sew (Jeans/Trousers/Shorts) (IMAOAEAD), Dresses, Skirts & Tailored Apparel Cut & Sew (Suits/Formalwear) (IMAOAEAF), Sustainable / Ethical Apparel & Accessories Wholesale (CRAOADAJ)

Keywords

• Eco responsible apparel
• Made in france clothing
• Organic cotton garments
• Sustainable fashion brand
• Recycled fiber apparel

Headquarters

HQ city

Marigot

Offices16 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. B2C E-commerce: Direct-to-consumer sales of eco-responsible clothing through their own e-commerce website, offering products across men, women, and children categories including t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, jeans, jackets, and accessories.
2. Wholesale/Reseller Channel: B2B sales to multi-brand boutiques, concept stores, and independent retailers through their reseller network program. Provides consistent brand story and product range to partner retailers.
3. White-label/Private Label: Customization of clothing with client branding for businesses wanting ethical French-made garments under their own brand. Target includes companies seeking sustainable corporate apparel.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

La Gentle Factory designs, manufactures, and retails eco-responsible, made-in-France clothing collections for men, women, and children, plus technical and mobility apparel built from organic cotton, recycled cotton, recycled denim, recycled polyester, and other low-impact fibers. Products are sold directly through the brand's e-commerce site and Roubaix boutique, while B2B customers access the same production circuit via a multi-brand reseller channel and a white-label manufacturing service (Marque Blanche).

Product overview

La Gentle Factory is an eco-responsible French clothing brand founded in 2012, offering a comprehensive wardrobe for men, women, and children. The product portfolio centers on core essentials (Nos Intemporels / Gentle Classic) featuring timeless t-shirts, sweats, jeans, chinos, and jackets made in France from organic cotton and recycled fibers. Key capsule collections include Collection Vélo (bicycle-themed), Collection Frenchy (French-themed motifs like coq and café croissant), and Gamme Mobility (technical clothing for urban mobility with stretch and waterproof features). The company also offers an accessible Gentle Eco line and white-label private-label services. Products span t-shirts (Barthélémien, Isao, Isaure, Julienne, Paoline), sweats (Benoît, Basile, Anaïs), jeans (Antoine, Dorian, Jacky, Aurore), pants (Fleming Flex, Léon), jackets (Valéry, Hamilton, Kim, Neil), dresses (Rita), shirts (Lily, Valentin), and accessories. All products emphasize French manufacturing, organic/recycled materials, OEKO-TEX and Origine France Garantie certifications, and short supply chains.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Collection Homme Men's everyday apparel collection featuring t-shirts (including the Barthélémien T-shirt), sweatshirts (e.g., Sweat Paul), hoodies, jeans (including Jean Tilienite 100% recyclé), and jackets, made from organic cotton and recycled fibers; for male consumers seeking sustainable everyday wear.
• Collection Femme Women's everyday apparel collection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, jeans, and jackets in organic cotton and recycled materials; for female consumers seeking sustainable everyday wear.
• Collection Vélo Capsule collection of cycling apparel, including jerseys, bib shorts, and accessories designed for cyclists and active mobility use; produced within the French manufacturing circuit in eco-responsible materials.
• Collection Frenchy Capsule collection of casual French-themed pieces (including the Frenchy Boxer short) positioned as a heritage/seasonal line; for consumers seeking made-in-France casual wear with an eco-responsible production footprint.
• Nos Intemporels Curated assortment of timeless essential garments prioritising durability, longevity, and classic cuts; targeted at consumers building a long-life eco-responsible wardrobe.
• Gamme Mobility Technical apparel range designed for sport and active mobility activities (including the Doudoune Enzo technical jacket); for athletes, cyclists, and consumers needing functional, eco-responsible garments.
• Gentle Eco Accessible eco-responsible product line positioned at a lower price point than the main collections; for price-sensitive consumers who still want sustainable, made-in-France apparel.
• Marque Blanche (white-label B2B service) B2B white-label service that lets organizations produce their own branded apparel (uniforms, corporate merchandise, event apparel) using La Gentle Factory's eco-responsible, made-in-France supply chain.
• Carte Cadeau Digital/physical gift cards redeemable on the La Gentle Factory e-commerce store, available as a present option for consumers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Recycled fibers reduce water consumption by 50% compared to conventional production
• +4 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Emmaüs / Le RelaicoreOthers · 1 January 2012Partnership with textile collection organizations for recycling post-consumer garments. Old clothes and items not suitable for second-hand sale are transformed into new yarn through their recycling partners, supporting the circular economy model.
• Adapted Enterprises (Entreprises Adaptées)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2012Collaboration with sheltered workshops providing employment for people with disabilities. Supports social inclusion through meaningful work in the textile industry.
• PochecominorOthersFrench company specializing in eco-designed stationery products. Supplies sustainable packaging materials including recycled paper gift bags and pouches for La Gentle Factory's e-commerce shipments.
• GRS-certified Fiber PartnerscoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership since founding with recycled yarn manufacturers certified Global Recycled Standard. Transforms production waste (pre-consumer) and old garments (post-consumer) into new fibers for clothing.
• AnkamaminorOthersHosting provider for La Gentle Factory's corporate address at their facility in Roubaix. La Fabrique SAS operates under the Ankama business center umbrella.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Loom: French sustainable basics brand offering organic essentials made in Europe. Comparable in product focus on eco-responsible essentials, French DTC positioning, and accessible price points.
• Mud Jeans: Dutch circular denim brand specializing in 100% post-consumer recycled denim with leasing model. Comparable in circular-economy positioning, recycled fiber focus, and GRS-certified supply chain — relevant specifically for La Gentle Factory's jeans line.
• Dedicated: Swedish sustainable streetwear brand using organic cotton and GOTS-certified materials with vegan and Fair Trade positioning. Comparable in eco-responsible positioning, urban/everyday apparel mix, and multi-channel European distribution.
• Kings of Indigo: Dutch sustainable denim and apparel brand using organic and recycled materials with strong transparency. Comparable in product mix (denim-led), certifications, and European DTC + wholesale GTM.

Broad incumbents

• Veja: French sustainable brand best known for sneakers but increasingly expanding into apparel. Comparable in French origin, fair-trade supply chain, and DTC sustainability storytelling, though apparel mix is narrower than La Gentle Factory's.
• Patagonia: Global benchmark for sustainable outdoor apparel with deep environmental activism and traceability. Comparable in sustainability positioning and recycled materials use, though much larger and broader in product scope.
• Sézane: Leading French DTC fashion brand expanding into sustainable collections with strong made-in-France craftsmanship narrative. Comparable in French DTC GTM, customer base (style-conscious women), and premium pricing tier.

Direct peers

• EKO: French ethical fashion brand offering made-in-Europe sustainable clothing with strong supply-chain transparency and organic/recycled materials. Directly comparable in positioning, customer base, and product categories.
• 1083: French eco-responsible apparel brand producing jeans and basics made entirely in France. Closest direct peer — same Made-in-France positioning, similar sustainability certifications, comparable product mix (jeans, basics), and French DTC + reseller GTM.
• Armedangels: German sustainable fashion brand offering organic and recycled apparel with strong third-party certifications (GOTS, Fair Wear). Comparable in sustainability positioning, product mix, and pan-European DTC + retail distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/lagentlefactory
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCR1fyABK-u2uHNvUvPiVsHw
• Facebookfacebook.com/lagentlefactory
• Instagraminstagram.com/lagentlefactory
• Pinterestfr.pinterest.com/lagentlefactory
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gentle-factory

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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