Bpifrance

Bpifrance is a financial institution dedicated to supporting companies throughout their development stages, particularly those preparing for stock market listing and seeking credit equity. The organization provides a range of financial solutions, including financing, innovation assistance, and capital investment. By integrating various entities such as OSEO and CDC Entreprises, Bpifrance aims to deliver tailored financial support that addresses the specific needs of businesses. The institution is committed to fostering innovation and helping companies transition toward sustainable growth, ensuring they are well-equipped to face future challenges.

Laurent Arthaud

Managing Director

Marion Aubry

Investment Director

Emmanuel Audouard

Director of Transverse Venture Capital Investments Division

Benoit Barteau Ph.D

Investment Director

Nicolas Berdou

Investment Director, Defense Expert

Clarisse Blandin

Investment Director

Elyssa Maufras du Châtellier

Investment Director

Edouard Combette

Investment Director

Charlotte Corbaz

Deputy Director of the Large Venture Fund and Deputy Managing Director

Nicolas Dardenne

Senior Investment Director, Normandy (Caen Rouen)

Arnaud Despoisse

Director of Occitanie Participations

Philippe Dutheil

Investment Director

Mailys Ferrere

Director of Large Venture Investments

Paul-Francois Fournier

Executive Director, Innovation Department

Pierre Gillet

Investment Director

Vanessa Giraud

Director of Environmental Impact Funds

Gwenael Hamon

Investment Director

Laurent Higueret Ph.D

Senior Investment Director

Louis Janneau

Investment Director and Fund Manager

Magali Joessel

Director of Funds

So-Yeon Koo

Senior Investment Manager

Jérôme Langlade

Investment Director Aquitaine / Limousin / Poitou-Charentes

Eric Lefebvre

Director

Stephane Lefevre-Sauli

Senior Investment Director

Arnaud Legardeur

Investment Director

Chahra Louafi

Senior Investment Director

Serge Mesguich

Director of FIT

Laure Michel

Investment Director

Louis Molis

Investment Director

Jean-Francois Morin

Investment Director

Sébastien Moynot

Director

Adrien Muller

Investment Director

Adrien Néel

Investment Director

Axel Piriou

Director of Investments

Olivier Rameil

Senior Investment Director / VC seed

Vincent Roque

Director

Thibaut Roulon Ph.D

Investment Director

Gilles Schang

Deputy Director

Jean-Marie Fougeray

Senior Investment Director, Brittany

Past deals in Fashion

Limited Resell

Seed Round in 2024
Developer of an online shoe-selling marketplace intended to offer the possibility to buy and sell rare and authentic pairs of sneakers. The company's platform offers exclusive trainer models that are rare in shops and on brand websites, enabling customers to find and buy shoes of their choice.

FairCraft

Series A in 2024
FairCraft is a company focused on creating a sustainable alternative to traditional animal leather through innovative synthetic biology and material science techniques. By utilizing cellular culture, tissue engineering, and advanced material science, FairCraft develops lab-grown leather that provides a slaughter-free option for the fashion industry. This approach not only aims to reduce CO2 emissions associated with conventional leather production but also ensures high mechanical strength and durability for consumers. Through its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, FairCraft is positioned to transform the leather market by offering environmentally friendly solutions.

Belledonne

Venture Round in 2024
Belledonne is a fashion brand that designs, makes, and develops sneakers that are well-designed and comfortable.

ANKA

Seed Round in 2023
ANKA is an e-commerce platform dedicated to the discovery, buying, and selling of African fashion, arts, and crafts. Founded with the mission to connect creators and enthusiasts of African culture, ANKA enables users to engage with a diverse range of products, including clothing, jewelry, and art. The platform serves as a marketplace that facilitates direct transactions between buyers and sellers globally, ensuring a user-friendly and secure experience. ANKA aims to support African creators by providing them with opportunities to thrive in their crafts while allowing customers worldwide to appreciate and acquire unique African creations. Based in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, ANKA has established itself as a significant player in promoting and celebrating African artistry.

ANKA

Debt Financing in 2023
ANKA is an e-commerce platform dedicated to the discovery, buying, and selling of African fashion, arts, and crafts. Founded with the mission to connect creators and enthusiasts of African culture, ANKA enables users to engage with a diverse range of products, including clothing, jewelry, and art. The platform serves as a marketplace that facilitates direct transactions between buyers and sellers globally, ensuring a user-friendly and secure experience. ANKA aims to support African creators by providing them with opportunities to thrive in their crafts while allowing customers worldwide to appreciate and acquire unique African creations. Based in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, ANKA has established itself as a significant player in promoting and celebrating African artistry.

Saola

Venture Round in 2023
Saola is an eco-friendly footwear company that develops one-of-a-kind shoes out of recycled and bio-based materials. Saola shoes are made from recycled PET, algae bloom foam, natural cork and organic cotton.

i-Run

Private Equity Round in 2022
i-Run, S.A.S. is a privately held online retailer based in Saint Alban, France, specializing in running and fitness clothing. Founded in 2002, the company focuses on providing a wide range of apparel and gear designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. With its emphasis on quality and performance, i-Run caters to the needs of individuals looking to enhance their running and fitness experiences through specialized clothing options.

WeDressFair

Seed Round in 2022
WeDressFair is an e-commerce platform that focuses on providing access to ethical clothing while prioritizing the respect of workers and the environment. The company curates a selection of brands that emphasize sustainability and social responsibility, offering a variety of apparel, including jeans, tops, tees, shoes, underwear, dresses, and shorts. By creating a marketplace for ethically produced fashion, WeDressFair aims to promote conscious consumerism and make sustainable choices more accessible to men and women.

Arianee

Series A in 2022
Arianee SA, founded in 2018 and based in Paris, France, specializes in providing digital certifications for products using blockchain technology. The company has developed an Ethereum-compatible platform that aims to revolutionize the authentication process for branded products through a universal open-source protocol. This platform enables the creation of a secure, immutable ledger that records all aspects of a product's creation and sales, ensuring transparency and trust among brands, owners, and third-party retailers. By leveraging non-fungible tokens (NFTs), Arianee facilitates direct and ongoing interactions between brands and consumers, enhancing the digital experience associated with products, experiences, and communities.

Circle Sportswear

Seed Round in 2022
Circle Sportswear is an online retailer specializing in sportswear crafted from recycled and recyclable materials, promoting a circular economy. The company offers a diverse range of activewear, including t-shirts, pants, shorts, and leggings, primarily made from Tencel, a non-toxic and eco-friendly fiber. By focusing on sustainability, Circle Sportswear provides comfortable and affordable activewear options while contributing positively to environmental conservation.

Vestiaire Collective

Series I in 2021
Vestiaire Collective is a social commerce platform specializing in the buying and selling of luxury pre-owned fashion items. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Paris, the company promotes sustainable fashion by encouraging the circular fashion movement, which aims to reduce overproduction and waste in the industry. Vestiaire Collective boasts a unique inventory of approximately 3 million items, with around 140,000 new listings added weekly, catering to a community of over 7.5 million fashion enthusiasts across 50 countries. The platform offers a curated selection of vintage and luxury clothing, jewelry, accessories, and footwear, enhancing the shopping experience through verified and desirable products. By fostering a highly engaged community, Vestiaire Collective empowers its members to actively participate in a more sustainable fashion economy.

Arianee

Seed Round in 2021
Arianee SA, founded in 2018 and based in Paris, France, specializes in providing digital certifications for products using blockchain technology. The company has developed an Ethereum-compatible platform that aims to revolutionize the authentication process for branded products through a universal open-source protocol. This platform enables the creation of a secure, immutable ledger that records all aspects of a product's creation and sales, ensuring transparency and trust among brands, owners, and third-party retailers. By leveraging non-fungible tokens (NFTs), Arianee facilitates direct and ongoing interactions between brands and consumers, enhancing the digital experience associated with products, experiences, and communities.

Vestiaire Collective

Venture Round in 2020
Vestiaire Collective is a social commerce platform specializing in the buying and selling of luxury pre-owned fashion items. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Paris, the company promotes sustainable fashion by encouraging the circular fashion movement, which aims to reduce overproduction and waste in the industry. Vestiaire Collective boasts a unique inventory of approximately 3 million items, with around 140,000 new listings added weekly, catering to a community of over 7.5 million fashion enthusiasts across 50 countries. The platform offers a curated selection of vintage and luxury clothing, jewelry, accessories, and footwear, enhancing the shopping experience through verified and desirable products. By fostering a highly engaged community, Vestiaire Collective empowers its members to actively participate in a more sustainable fashion economy.

Little Cigogne

Venture Round in 2020
Little Cigogne SAS is an online retailer specializing in children's apparel, founded in 2012 and headquartered in Claye Souilly, France. The company aims to enhance the shopping experience for children by offering personalized trunks of ready-to-wear clothing tailored to the specific needs of children and the preferences of their parents. This approach allows customers to access age-appropriate and stylish clothing options at affordable prices. Little Cigogne focuses on providing a unique and convenient shopping solution for families seeking quality children's fashion.

Jolies Culottes

Venture Round in 2019
Jolies Culottes is a French company that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling women's innerwear, including briefs, bloomers, shorts, and tanga. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Gelos, France, the company offers its products through both a physical showroom and an online platform. Jolies Culottes caters to a modern generation of women, emphasizing freshness, simplicity, and comfort in its designs.

Launchmetrics

Venture Round in 2018
Launchmetrics is a marketing and analytics platform that specializes in serving the fashion, luxury, and beauty industries. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in New York, with additional operations in Paris, the company offers a suite of products designed to enhance brand performance and streamline marketing processes. Its offerings include Samples, Events, Contacts, Discover, and Influencers by Launchmetrics, which collectively assist brands in planning product launches and improving media performance. The company has established itself as a trusted technology provider, working with over 1,000 clients, including prominent names like Dior, Fendi, and NET-A-PORTER, as well as partners such as the British Fashion Council and Google. With a presence in eight markets and support in five languages, Launchmetrics aims to empower brands to create impactful and measurable consumer experiences, adapting to the rapidly changing digital landscape. The company was originally known as Fashion GPS, Inc. before rebranding in January 2016.

The Agent

Venture Round in 2018
The Agent is a company that transforms the digital distribution landscape for fashion brands. It operates a platform that links numerous European designer brands with e-retailers across 30 countries, including the USA, Australia, the UK, Germany, Spain, Switzerland, Sweden, Russia, and regions in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. By facilitating these connections, The Agent enables fashion brands to reach a broader audience and enhances the online shopping experience for consumers seeking diverse designer offerings.

AD Education

Venture Round in 2016
AD Education is a service platform focused on higher education institutions that specialize in creative training. The company operates seven institutions across eleven campuses, including one in Italy. It offers a diverse range of courses in fields such as fashion design, communication strategy, graphic arts, media, digital, audiovisual, and luxury industries. By providing educational services tailored to these areas, AD Education supports the development of skills necessary for careers in the creative sector.

Tunetoo

Venture Round in 2016
Tunetoo is an online platform specializing in personalized fashion and accessories, including clothing, mugs, and bags. The company emphasizes the importance of individuality in its offerings, allowing customers to express their unique identities through customized products. Tunetoo collaborates with professional artists who design these items, providing them with a commission for their creative contributions. This approach not only supports creative diversity but also enables consumers to choose from a wide range of designs and materials at affordable prices. By fostering a marketplace that values authenticity, Tunetoo provides a venue for both self-expression and artistic collaboration.

Little Cigogne

Venture Round in 2016
Little Cigogne SAS is an online retailer specializing in children's apparel, founded in 2012 and headquartered in Claye Souilly, France. The company aims to enhance the shopping experience for children by offering personalized trunks of ready-to-wear clothing tailored to the specific needs of children and the preferences of their parents. This approach allows customers to access age-appropriate and stylish clothing options at affordable prices. Little Cigogne focuses on providing a unique and convenient shopping solution for families seeking quality children's fashion.

Snowleader

Venture Round in 2015
Snowleader is an online retail platform specializing in winter sports, outdoor activities, and streetwear. The company offers a wide range of sports accessories, shoes, equipment, and apparel, catering to ski and mountain enthusiasts. Snowleader focuses on providing customers with access to various brands and product references at affordable prices. The platform enhances the shopping experience by offering free home delivery and returns, ensuring convenience for its users.

i-Run

Private Equity Round in 2015
i-Run, S.A.S. is a privately held online retailer based in Saint Alban, France, specializing in running and fitness clothing. Founded in 2002, the company focuses on providing a wide range of apparel and gear designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. With its emphasis on quality and performance, i-Run caters to the needs of individuals looking to enhance their running and fitness experiences through specialized clothing options.

Menlook Group

Venture Round in 2014
Menlook Group is a prominent European online marketplace focused on men's lifestyle and fashion, attracting over 4 million unique visitors each month. Since its acquisition of oki-ni.com in 2013, the company has solidified its position in the premium and luxury markets. With a workforce of 150 employees across four countries and a network of over 1,000 partners, Menlook has demonstrated significant growth, achieving an impressive growth rate of 80% in 2015. The marketplace offers a diverse range of products, including ready-to-wear clothing, shoes, and accessories, complemented by editorial content that covers various topics of interest to men, such as fashion, technology, culture, travel, and gourmet food. This comprehensive approach enables Menlook to embody and promote the essence of the modern masculine lifestyle.

Sarenza

Venture Round in 2014
Sarenza S.A. is an online retailer based in Paris, France, specializing in footwear, clothing, bags, and accessories for men, women, and children. Founded in 2005, the company boasts an extensive selection, featuring over 640 brands and 40,350 styles, including popular names such as Adidas, Nike, and Birkenstock. Sarenza is committed to customer satisfaction, offering free delivery, exchanges, and returns with a full cash refund policy, allowing customers 100 days to return unwanted items. Orders placed before noon are dispatched on the same day, ensuring prompt service. As a subsidiary of Monoprix SA, Sarenza continues to position itself as a leading player in the European online retail market, providing trendy footwear and accessories at competitive prices.

Vestiaire Collective

Series C in 2013
Vestiaire Collective is a social commerce platform specializing in the buying and selling of luxury pre-owned fashion items. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Paris, the company promotes sustainable fashion by encouraging the circular fashion movement, which aims to reduce overproduction and waste in the industry. Vestiaire Collective boasts a unique inventory of approximately 3 million items, with around 140,000 new listings added weekly, catering to a community of over 7.5 million fashion enthusiasts across 50 countries. The platform offers a curated selection of vintage and luxury clothing, jewelry, accessories, and footwear, enhancing the shopping experience through verified and desirable products. By fostering a highly engaged community, Vestiaire Collective empowers its members to actively participate in a more sustainable fashion economy.

Oree

Seed Round in 2012
We are the Hermes of high tech: We craft emotional consumer tech products with the finest natural materials. We create emotions in technology by bringing French design and the finest materials to the world of high tech. We offer a radical alternative to the impersonal tech products made from cheap plastics or aluminum. We do so through a proprietary combination of handcrafting know-how and advanced technologies we developed to offer customized yet affordable products made from the finest materials.
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