Founded in 1908, Paraboot is a historic French footwear brand famous for its rugged durability and traditional craftsmanship. The name blends "Para" (the Brazilian port exporting natural latex) with "boot," reflecting the brand's unique history of manufacturing its own proprietary rubber soles in-house.
Paraboot is defined by two major hallmarks:
• The Norwegian Welt (Cousu Norvégien): This heavy-duty Alpine stitching technique joins the leather upper directly to the sole with a visible double seam. It makes the footwear remarkably water-resistant and easily repairable for decades.
• The Paraboot Michael: Launched in 1945, this chunky, Tyrolean-style derby is the brand’s most iconic silhouette. Originally built for rugged outdoor environments, its distinct look eventually transitioned into a high-fashion staple.
Still manufactured at its factory in Saint-Jean-de-Moirans, France, Paraboot seamlessly bridges the gap between functional workwear and modern street style, frequently collaborating with premier global fashion labels.
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