Le Slip Français, founded in 2011 by Guillaume Gibault, established itself as a reference for made‑in‑France apparel. After two years marked by the pandemic and economic headwinds, the company launched a public fundraising campaign to finance a new initiative called Les Ateliers du Slip. The project is positioned as a large advisory and support agency to help textile actors launch or relocate production to France. The company intends the initiative to cover R&D, innovation, and large‑scale development of upcycling. The fundraiser reached €3.58 million from 2,242 investors via the Lita.co platform, a record for that crowdfunding site. The new funds are earmarked to build local textile material R&D, form a reliable team, finance multiple production launches, and scale upcycling efforts. Le Slip Français sells underwear and swimwear primarily online, with products manufactured in France. The company reported €8 million in revenue this year, with roughly 70% of sales coming from online channels. It also maintains partnerships with Parisian high-street stores and distributors across France. The new funds are intended to enhance its product range—including a new women’s line—and strengthen its presence in France. Over the next two years the company plans an ambitious international rollout, targeting expansion across Europe and into Asia. Management will push its online sales strategies into these new regions to drive growth.

Total raised

$4M

Funding rounds

2

Latest round

Equity

Latest activity

Mar 2023