VOLUBILIS PARIS

Name

VOLUBILIS PARIS

Legal name

VOLUBILIS V.O.

Website

https://volubilis-paris.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: One-time purchase of indoor slippers and ballet flats through e-commerce platform. Products sold at retail prices ranging from €89 to €165 per pair. Revenue generated entirely from direct consumer transactions with no recurring subscription component.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

VOLUBILIS PARIS designs, produces, and sells handcrafted indoor slippers and ballet flats made entirely in France by EPV-certified partner workshops. The product line spans wool-felt-sole slippers (JO), velvet indoor/outdoor slippers (LEO), leather ballet flats (EVA, LIV), pointed-toe slippers (PIA), leather moccasins (NOA, EDEN), and limited-edition capsule collaborations, sold at retail prices ranging from €89 to €165 per pair.

Product overview

VOLUBILIS PARIS is a high-end Parisian slipper brand offering chic and modern indoor slippers and shoes entirely made in France. The product portfolio centers on handcrafted indoor footwear with multiple model lines: JO (wool felt sole slippers for indoor use), LEO (velvet slippers designed for both indoor and outdoor wear with rubber soles), EVA (leather ballet flats), PIA (feminine pointed toe slippers), LIV (leather ballet flats with plastic-coated sole), NOA (moccasin slippers with plastic-coated sole), and EDEN (classic hand-sewn moccasins). The brand also releases limited capsule collections, such as the Les Olivades collaboration featuring Provençal patterns. All products are meticulously handcrafted by carefully selected French workshops renowned for their craftsmanship expertise.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• JO Slippers with Wool Felt Sole Ultra-classic indoor slippers with contemporary variations crafted in the finest French tradition, featuring a wool felt sole woven and dyed in the mass. Available in velvet, tweed, herringbone, and tartan patterns for men and women.
• LEO Velvet Slippers Indoor/outdoor velvet slippers featuring a versatile rubber sole designed for both indoor and outdoor use. Available in blue, black, green, and mocha velvet with various trim options.
• EVA Leather Ballet Flat Feminine and comfortable indoor ballerina flats with a split leather sole that is hand-stitched in France. Features various prints and colors.
• PIA Pointed Toe Slippers Feminine pointed toe slippers combining ballet flat elegance with slipper comfort. Available in colored leather or houndstooth patterns, featuring a small heel and split leather sole.
• LIV Leather Ballet Flat Indoor ballerine model with a plastic-coated sole option for enhanced durability. Available in various colors and prints.
• NOA Leather Slippers Indoor moccasin model with a plastic-coated sole, offering a flexible and waterproof option. Features cotton lining on foam and various print options.
• EDEN Leather Moccasins Classic indoor moccasins with a hand-sewn split leather sole. Made in limited quantities in France, available in suede goat leather with various colors and prints. Unisex sizing (37-45).
• Les Olivades x Volubilis Paris Capsule Collection Collaboration capsule featuring JO slippers adorned with the Bonis pattern from Les Olivades, a heritage Provençal textile company. Available in velvet and denim versions with traditional French patterns.

Quantifiable outcome

• 65+ products across multiple collections offered year-round
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Les OlivadesflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 December 2024Volubilis Paris and Les Olivades collaborated to create exceptional capsule collection of slippers blending Parisian elegance with iconic Provençal patterns. The renowned Bonis pattern, inspired by an antique scarf and symbol of Provençal art de vivre, adorns two slipper models: one in denim and one in velvet. These unisex indoor loafers combine comfort and French craftsmanship with timeless Provençal prints.
• LouvreusecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Louvreuse, a charming brand of high-end leather goods made in France, to operate seasonal pop-up boutiques. Volubilis Paris was welcomed in Louvreuse's historic Left Bank boutique at 14 Rue Cler during holiday seasons, providing opportunity for customers to discover, try, and purchase French-made slippers.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mahabis: British DTC premium slipper brand selling direct-to-consumer via Shopify with a similar Made in Europe positioning. Closely comparable to Volubilis Paris on product category (indoor slippers), DTC channel mix, and premium price point.
• Giesswein: Austrian family-owned maker of premium wool and felt slippers sold globally online and through retail. Directly comparable to Volubilis Paris on material focus (wool felt), craftsmanship heritage, and indoor slipper specialization.
• Bedroom Athletics: British DTC brand marketing premium indoor slippers and socks. Comparable to Volubilis Paris on indoor slipper focus, premium DTC positioning, and gift-driven demand patterns.
• Laulhère: French heritage textile maker (Pau, Béarn) producing berets, slippers, and home accessories in France. Comparable to Volubilis Paris on French craftsmanship positioning and home/comfort category, with similar Made in France premium positioning.
• Beausoleil: French heritage slipper maker (founded in the 20th century, Limoges region) producing made-in-France indoor slippers. Direct French peer in terms of product, country of origin, and craftsmanship-led positioning.
• Shepherd of Sweden: Swedish heritage felt slipper and clog maker sold across Europe and internationally. Comparable to Volubilis Paris on felt-sole indoor slippers, premium materials, and European craft heritage.
• Haflinger: German heritage brand specializing in felt and wool indoor/outdoor slippers. Closely aligned with Volubilis Paris on category (boiled wool and felt slippers), European craftsmanship positioning, and multi-model product catalog.

Broad incumbents

• Dearfoams: American mass-market slipper brand with national retail and DTC distribution. Comparable on indoor slipper category but at significantly lower price points, illustrating the broader competitive set Volubilis Paris operates in.
• Paraboot: French heritage footwear brand producing made-in-France shoes with a craftsmanship-led narrative. Comparable to Volubilis Paris on Made in France positioning and premium price positioning, though broader in category (outdoor footwear).
• Isotoner: Long-established mass-market slipper and glove brand with broad retail distribution. Comparable on category (slippers) but operates at a different price tier and scale, serving as a broader incumbent reference point.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/volubilis.paris
• Instagraminstagram.com/volubilis.paris
• Pinterestpinterest.fr/VolubilisParis
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/volubilis-paris

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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