What: Polène, a French leather goods brand, is set to open a new space at Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche in Paris on June 3.

Why it is important: Polène's entrance into the department store sector marks a significant expansion of its retail presence and offers the brand a prestigious platform to reach both local and international customers.

Polène is expanding its retail footprint by opening a new space at Le Bon Marché in Paris, a move that introduces the brand to the department store sector. This new location will feature Polène’s collections of handbags, small leather goods, and jewelry. The store design will highlight Polène’s commitment to local craftsmanship with a prominently featured wooden table named Racine, crafted by French artisans. In addition to this store, Polène plans to open a flagship store at 2 rond-point des Champs-Elysées by the end of the year, demonstrating the brand's ongoing expansion and commitment to establishing a strong retail presence in key fashion capitals. Polène currently operates two stores in Paris, including a pop-up, and has international locations in New York and Tokyo.

Polène to open at Le Bon Marché in Paris