SOFTNESS AND WARMTH FOR WINTER
The Mid Royal, The origin of Baron Papillon
It was in 2013, in Hong Kong, fed up with lacing and unlacing our mountain sneakers that the idea of Mid Royal came to mind. A model with an innovative design, brought on by a desire to save time and effort which – 10 years later – is still appreciated as if it were the first day we put on those shoes.
TM 180, such is our code name
Our unique and iconic TM180 scratch enables a 180° opening so that your feet can slip into our sneakers without unlacing them. It’s still easier to take them off. A true gain of time and effort.
We are very proud to see that we’re the only ones to have thought of it and even prouder to see how many of you appreciate it.
100% confort
Leather outside and woolen synthetic hide inside, Mid Royal fur will keep your feet warm all winter and in all circumstances.
A truly urban sneaker, it’s ideal for those who drive two-wheel vehicles. What better than Mid Royal fur for more warmth and a cozy sensation to get through winter?
A style which can’t be beat
Baron Papillon is a French brand of high quality sneakers. We pay particular attention to the quality of our raw materials, to the modern look of our line and to the precision of details and finishings. These criteria enable us to associate our models with all situations in life, from the most casual to the most formal.
CRAFTED DOWN TO THE SMALLEST DETAIL
The butterfly
The silhouette of the insect which incarnates freedom and movement is at the heart of the brand. Its origin is to be found in the heraldry of the Renaissance barons and its logo is directly embossed.
CAREFULLY SELECTED MATERIALS
Fabricated with particular attention paid to the least detail
From the golden logo using the hot engraving technique, from the pure French jewelry tradition to the choice of laces, everything at Baron Papillon is the result of lengthy reflexion.
We attach great importance to comfort, quality and especially an elegant association of all materials used.
Well made
The material used is the very basis of handicraft work: without quality materials, no good product can be made. This is why we don’t neglect anything.
The quality of the leathers used is the right compromise between softness and rigidity. The same goes for the inner lining, while the upper lining is made of calf leather from Italy. It will be long lasting with a beautiful sheen.
Clean insole
It is the result of our secret alchemy of calf leather and cork with sanitizing herbal inserts. In addition to smelling good, these herbs improve foot hygiene by promoting aeration and absorbing moisture.
In other words, perspiration is kept to a minimum and the sneakers can be worn barefoot without giving off an unpleasant smell.
This sole also remains removable, allowing you to replace it if needed.
Sole
Paris, at Baron Papillon, it is the « Place de l’Étoile. We are re-using our unique design which identically retraces the roundabout and the avenues that enter it.
Concerning the composition, we provided our new Portuguese supplier with very strict specifications:
- 75% recycled rubber
- 20 % natural rubber
- 5% synthetic rubber
The abrasion coefficient is high and guarantees durability. Its 3 cm height protects the uppers against scratchs. Neither too big or too thin, just in keeping with the ground.
FRENCH KNOW-HOW
Handicraft work and well thought-out production
Concerned about environmental problems, we have always wanted sneakers which are both elegant and astute, perfect for today’s slow fashion movement.
We adhere to the principle of "zero destruction" for our unsold stock and we continue to develop creative processes, privileging European materials which are truly respectful of the environment, while associating ourselves with ecological collaborative project
True quality fabrication
Without quality materials, no quality products! At Baron, we are now more demanding with the quality of our leathers, just as we are with the inner lining. As for the upper lining, it is made of calf leather from Italy.
The conception is quite intricate, 100% made in France
Upstream, Eric makes a brief for each model and Benoit proposes several designs. Once the design is validated for the new sneaker, it’s time to choose the raw materials, which come from France and Europe in order to privilege short circuit production. Upon reception in Montjean-sur-Loire, Cathy and her team elaborate the prototype from the selected design.
The prototype is validated. Production can begin.
Cutting, stabbing, assembling the sole with the upper lining, hot gluing the sole... there are no less than 35 steps in the entire production chain.
Until the last step: shipping
Nothing is taken for granted. Each step goes through the expert hands of our French artisans and each pair is pampered until its final preparation, then packaged.
To see all the steps in video, click here.
Attractive and responsible, an example of up-cycling
What makes us conscious of our environment? Production which is 100% made in France. We have
recently adopted boxes made of recycled cardboard, also made in France at our La Roche-sur-Yon site. Lighter, they enable us to further reduce our environmental impact and our carbon footprint linked to transport. As long as you’re lightening your footprint – even if it’s a carbon footprint – what better way to do it than with our sneakers!
