LITTLE AFRICA DNA

What LITTLE AFRICA DNA does

LITTLE AFRICA DNA is a French private limited company (SARL) headquartered in Savigny-sur-Orge that designs and sells eco-responsible, multicultural children's clothing and accessories through a direct-to-consumer Shopify e-commerce store. The product portfolio spans swimwear, shorts, trousers, shirts, T-shirt sets, dresses, jumpsuits, and gift cards, with prices ranging from €16.50 to €100. Differentiation is built on three pillars: traditional African Wax Bogolan (mud cloth) fabrics combined with European natural materials (Oeko-Tex 100 certified organic cotton, LVMH deadstock-certified linen, recycled polyester for swimwear); GOTS-certified European manufacturing; and a multicultural brand narrative targeting parents and multicultural families seeking sustainable, culturally authentic children's wear.

The business model is straightforward unit-pricing DTC: customers purchase individual items online via Shopify, with payment options including CB, Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Amex, Apple Pay, Shop Pay, and Klarna. Free delivery thresholds apply (€50 in mainland France per the homepage, €100 per terms of sale, €150 worldwide). The company ships globally via Colissimo (standard) and DHL (express). Distribution is single-channel — its own Shopify storefront — with no physical retail, wholesale, or marketplace presence. Marketing is exclusively organic: Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and email newsletter.

The company is bootstrapped with €5,000 of share capital, has no disclosed external funding, and the team size is unknown. The registered brand is LITTLEAFRICADNA, and operations are structured around third-party certified manufacturing rather than owned production. The active catalog sits at approximately 34 in-stock SKUs with 11 currently out of stock, suggesting a small but actively replenished assortment.

Name

LITTLE AFRICA DNA

Legal name

Little Africa DNA SARL

Website

https://little-africa-dna.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

LITTLE AFRICA DNA is a French bootstrapped e-commerce brand that designs and sells eco-responsible, multicultural children's clothing and accessories — featuring African Wax Bogolan fabrics, organic cotton, and LVMH deadstock linen — directly to parents and multicultural families worldwide via Shopify.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Children's Apparel

NAICS

Clothing and Clothing Accessories Retailers (458110), Apparel Manufacturing (315)

SIC

Retail-Apparel & Accessory Stores (5600), Apparel & Other Finishd Prods Of Fabrics & Similar Matl (2300)

akta.pro primary industry

Children’s, Baby & Maternity Apparel Brands (CRAAAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Kids’ & Baby Apparel Retail (CRAAABAD), Toddler Apparel (2T–5T) (CRAAAHAB), Kids Apparel (5–12) (CRAAAHAC)

Keywords

• Multicultural children's clothing
• Eco-responsible fashion
• Organic cotton apparel
• Sustainable kids wear
• African-inspired designs

Headquarters

HQ city

Savigny-sur-orge

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: One-time purchase model for children's clothing and accessories. Customers purchase individual items at fixed prices through the e-commerce store. Products include T-shirts, shorts, dresses, trousers, swimwear, and gift cards. The model relies on order volume and repeat purchases from satisfied customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Little Africa DNA designs, manufactures, and sells eco-responsible multicultural children's clothing and accessories through a Shopify-powered direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform. The product range includes T-shirts, shorts, trousers, dresses, jumpsuits, and swimwear made from Oeko-Tex 100 certified organic cotton, LVMH-certified deadstock linen, and traditional African Wax Bogolan (mud cloth) fabrics, all produced in GOTS-certified European factories and shipped worldwide.

Product overview

LITTLE AFRICA DNA is an eco-responsible children's clothing e-commerce brand offering a multicultural and timeless wardrobe for girls and boys. The product portfolio spans multiple categories including swimwear (All-Over Print Kids Swimsuit, Maillot de Bain Pour Fille), bottoms (Louis linen trousers, Short Malo en Lin), tops and shirts (tropical print short-sleeve shirt, T-shirt and shorts set), dresses (Organic cotton dress Ayanna, Flared dress), and jumpsuits (Jumpsuit). All products feature African Wax Bogolan fabrics and ethnic patterns, with materials sourced from European haute couture houses including Oeko-Tex 100 certified organic cotton and GOTS-certified manufacturing. The brand also offers gift cards. The store is powered by Shopify and sells directly to consumers globally with delivery within 24-48 hours.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• All-Over Print Kids Swimsuit Children's swimsuit with comfortable fit, elastic fabric, deep-colored print that resists fading, double-layered front and bias binding. Made from recycled polyester and elastane. Targeted at children for swimwear use.
• Louis Linen Trousers (Pantalon Louis en Lin) Linen trousers for children made from surplus stock of Italian luxury brand (LVMH Deadstock certified). Features two large front pockets in vibrant wax print colors, slightly high-waisted and elasticated design. Targeted at parents seeking sustainable children's bottoms.
• Yellow Short-Sleeve Children's Shirt with Tropical Print (Chemise enfant manches courtes jaune) Yellow short-sleeve children's shirt with tropical print collar and chest pocket. Made from 100% Oeko-Tex 100 certified organic cotton. Targeted at parents seeking organic cotton shirts for children.
• Girls' Swimsuit (Maillot de Bain Pour Fille) Girls' swimsuit with comfortable fit, elastic fabric, fade-resistant deep colors, double-layered front panel and white bias binding, made from polyester and elastane. Targeted at parents of girls seeking swimwear.
• T-shirt and Shorts Set (Boys' Outfit) Boys' outfit consisting of ZAKIA cotton shorts and Tendaji T-shirt set in 100% cotton wax Bogolan print with ethnic patterns. Features elasticated waistband and side pockets. Made from Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified organic cotton.
• Ivory Yellow Boys' Trousers Set (2-7 years) Complete trousers set for boys aged 2-7 years in ivory and yellow colors, part of the timeless multicultural wardrobe collection.
• Children's Jumpsuit (Combi-pantalon) Children's jumpsuit from the multicultural and eco-friendly collection, designed for everyday wear or special occasions. Targeted at parents seeking versatile children's clothing.
• Girls' Top with Adjustable Straps Girls' top with adjustable straps from the multicultural children's clothing collection. Targeted at parents of girls.
• Flared Dress for Girls (Robe évasée) Flared dress for girls from the multicultural eco-friendly children's collection. Targeted at parents of girls seeking ethnic-inspired dresses.
• Ayanna Organic Cotton Summer Dress (Robe en coton organique) Ayanna summer dress with ruffled armholes made from 100% cotton African Wax Bogolan fabrics. Features round neckline like Peter Pan collar, front patch pockets, and knee length ethnic design with African Wax Bogolan patterns. Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified.
• Short Malo en Lin (Boys' Linen Shorts) Linen shorts for boys featuring ethnic patterns, part of the Lin Garçons collection made from European-sourced natural materials. Targeted at parents seeking sustainable linen bottoms for boys.
• LITTLE AFRICA DNA Gift Card (Carte cadeau) Gift cards available in variable denominations starting from €10, allowing customers to purchase items from the multicultural children's clothing collection. Targeted at gift-givers seeking presents for children or parents.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% organic cotton certified Oeko-Tex Standard 100
• +2 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ShopifycoreTechnology or IntegrationShopify powers the Little Africa DNA e-commerce platform, enabling the online store functionality, payment processing, order management, and customer account systems. This is essential infrastructure for the company's direct-to-consumer business model.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Hanna Andersson: Hanna Andersson is a US-based children's apparel brand known for colorful patterns and organic cotton. Comparable as an established DTC-plus-wholesale children's apparel brand emphasizing quality fabrics and ethical manufacturing.
• Boden: Boden is a UK family clothing brand with a strong children's line known for colorful patterns and ethical sourcing. Comparable as a multi-category family apparel brand with an emphasis on distinctive prints and ethical supply.
• Petit Bateau: Petit Bateau is a long-established French children's apparel brand offering everyday cotton clothing. Comparable as a French-market children's apparel incumbent with which Little Africa DNA competes for the same parental customer in France.
• Jacadi: Jacadi is a French heritage children's clothing brand with traditional and dressy offerings. Comparable as a French-market children's apparel incumbent operating in the same cultural/occasion-driven niche.
• Carter's: Carter's is the largest US-branded marketer of children's apparel. Comparable as a category-defining incumbent that anchors the competitive set Little Africa DNA must differentiate against in the children's apparel market.

Direct peers

• aden + anais: aden + anais makes baby and children's textiles and apparel with globally inspired prints and a focus on soft, natural fabrics. Directly comparable as a multicultural-pattern, premium-children's brand with global DTC distribution.
• Mori: Mori is a UK-based DTC children's and baby clothing brand built around organic cotton, sustainability, and ethical manufacturing. Comparable to Little Africa DNA on eco-credentials, premium positioning, and direct-to-consumer model.
• Frugi: Frugi is a UK-based organic children's clothing brand with GOTS-certified supply chain and strong sustainability positioning. Closely comparable on certified-eco credentials, organic cotton use, and DTC/wholesale children's apparel model.
• Tea Collection: Tea Collection designs children's clothing inspired by global cultures and traditions with a similar multicultural-heritage storytelling approach to Little Africa DNA. Operates as a DTC and wholesale children's apparel brand targeting style-conscious parents.
• Lässig: Lässig is a European sustainable lifestyle and children's brand offering organic and eco-friendly baby/children products. Comparable as a sustainability-led European children's brand operating across multiple categories via DTC and retail.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/LITTLEAFRICADNA
• Instagraminstagram.com/littleafricadna?igsh=aG1pZmQycmNmND
• Pinterestpinterest.com/littleafricadna

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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