Paraboot

Paraboot is a French shoemaker of exceptional standing founded in 1908 by Rémy-Alexis Richard in Izeaux, Isère, which revolutionized utilitarian footwear by combining fine leather with soles made from natural vulcanized latex rubber imported from the Amazon (hence the name of the port city "Para"). Renowned for its nearly century-old artisanal expertise, its continued manufacturing in France, and its almost systematic use of Norwegian welt construction—ensuring foolproof waterproofing and robustness—the brand has endured through the decades thanks to cult silhouettes like the Michael, the Chambord derby, or the Avoriaz boot. Initially favored by workers, mountaineers, and explorers, Paraboot has become a true icon of chic men's and women's wardrobes, adored in Japan and adopted by fans of sophisticated workwear for its rugged silhouette and timeless elegance.