40 YEARS OF CREATION, FREEDOM, AND INNOVATION
The beginning
1985
Trained in fashion design and visual arts, Sophie Rénier and Paul Droulers unite their complementary talents in 1985 to create JACK GOMME. JACK GOMME? An unusual-sounding name, almost like a fictional character—mysterious... yet logical! For their very first collection, they choose to use Bulgomme: an unexpected material, repurposed from its original use, echoing the spirit of Arte Povera.
The party
1986
JACK GOMME wins an award at the Festival International de Mode et de Photographie de Hyères for his joyful hybrid dress-bags. This was followed by the iconic Tour-Eiffel bags and the trapezoidal CARGO tote bags, marking the
beginning of a history of graphic design, vibrant colors and innovative materials.
The same year, the brand takes part in the very first edition of the Prêt-à Porter trade show at the Groupe des Halles, alongside iconic 80s designers such as Agnès B. and Clergerie.
A kangaroo in the ocean
1995
The creation of the OCÉAN line, in lightweight nylon canvas, marked the brand's first great success. In 1995, JACK GOMME unveiled the Kangaroo: an asymmetrical, avant-garde model, designed for hands-free carrying, which would become emblematic. Another pioneering piece was the P'Sac, a sweater bag to be tied around the waist, photographed by Denis Darzacq.
Paris-Tokyo
1998
In 1998, Paul Droulers designed the concept and layout of the first JACK GOMME boutique at 6 rue Montmartre, in the heart of Paris.
The softness of wood combined with the coldness of steel and the light of white became the identifying codes of the brand's universe. That same year, the designers made their first trip to Japan, where the brand continued to develop.
In 1999, two boutiques were opened: one in Ebisu, Tokyo, the other in Motomachi, Yokohama.
Hello world!
2000-2005
The turn of the millennium marked an international opening and a constant quest for innovative materials and shapes.
In 2001, the graphic DAPHNÉ line, a blend of nylon canvas and leather, met with great success with the Fresh tote bag, particularly in the United States, where the brand's distribution began.
In 2002, Marc Borgers also designed the stylized Pol & Sof faces, available in a monogrammed jacquard fabric.
In 2003, the brand opened its first boutique in New York, in the Nolita district. The brand collaborated with New York artist Jeannie Weissglass on a floral inkjet print.
Light
2006
Designed for everyday use and travel, the LIGHT line marks a turning point in the brand's history.
It crystallizes the fundamentals of the JACK GOMME DNA: innovation, contemporary design, ergonomics... and above all, unprecedented lightness. At the outset, the bags were delivered in a zipped pouch.
Success was immediate, supporting the brand's expansion with the opening of a third boutique in Japan (Osaka) and four corners in department stores in Tokyo and Osaka.
It also marks the start of a collaboration with 24 Issey Miyake , for four bags and four accessories.
Atelier
2012
Back to basics with the launch of the ATELIER line, bags and accessories in full-grain leather, with a refined design inspired by Japanese minimalism.
A line that will later welcome noble, sustainable materials such as linen, Tournier wool and patent and satin leathers sourced from the finest European and Japanese tanneries and factories.
Saint-Claude
2013
Summer 2013 saw the opening of a second boutique in the Marais district, on rue Saint-Claude. This luminous space, with its sculpted arches, reflects the brand's artistic codes. The windows regularly feature works by artists such as Marc Borgers, Watts Ouattara, Martes Bathori, Hélène Agofroy, and Robert and Siméon Droulers.
30 years
2015
JACK GOMME celebrates its 30th anniversary and unveils a new Anniversary capsule that revisits the emblematic models of the LIGHT line with a tricolor zip and iridescent colors.
The Great Escape!
2019
A true invitation to travel, the ESCAPE line unveils models inspired by the men's wardrobe, developed in a technical fabric with graphic and sporty details.
A line designed for urban nomads and modern travelers.
Today
Sophie and Paul, a creative and
complementary duo.
Sophie, passionate about design, typography, ceramics and color, infuses the brand with a vibrant palette and singular motifs.
Paul, a designer and adventurous sailor,
finds echoes of his sailboat in solid, lightweight materials. He designs each prototype in his workshop near the Buttes Chaumont in Paris.
Together, they form a visionary tandem, driven by the desire to create pieces that combine style, modernity and
functionality.
The workshop
The brand's headquarters was naturally built around Paul's studio, a true centerpiece.
Located in eastern Paris, near Belleville and the Buttes-Chaumont park, this creative space embodies the spirit of a neighborhood with typical Parisian charm, a family atmosphere and cosmopolitan influences, where daily life is gentle and warm.
"The useful can be beautiful and the beautiful accessible".
Sir Terence Conran
Made in France
From day one, Made in France has been the obvious choice: a guarantee of responsiveness, proximity to partners and production traceability. Prototypes are designed and developed in Paul's workshop before being entrusted to French and European workshops for production.
Today, over 90% of production is carried out in France.
Humor and Avant-Garde
Innovating and sailing against the tide: that's what designers have always done.
Asymmetrical bags (Kangourou, Gus, Prague), hybrids (dresses-bags, P'Sac), diverted objects and materials (Bulgomme, nets...), so many creations that embody the imaginative, creative and offbeat spirit of its founders.
Minimalism
Our bags are inspired by the simple lines of urban architecture.
Lightweight
The lightness of our products is an essential quality.
Originality
Our bags always contain a surprise that's original, funny and ahead of its time.
The material
At the origin of each creation, there is the material.
Italian leathers, Tournier French wool, Japanese nylons, coated linen and cotton...
So many materials rigorously selected in Europe and Japan, which meet the brand's commitment to eco-responsibility and
sustainability.
The color
Metallic, iridescent, vibrant, joyful, deep... Color is omnipresent at JACK GOMME. Our colors and prints are largely developed exclusively for the brand, giving them a unique character.
The shape
Passionate about design, our creators draw inspiration from everyday objects to imagine ergonomic shapes and
comfort. Asymmetrical, utilitarian, travel or mini, our bags respond to a constant quest for balance between style and functionality.
The function
Every detail of a bag has a meaning. There's no room for gratuitous fantasy: everything is designed for its utility and function. Pockets, snap hooks, multiple carrying options... so many features that make the JACK GOMME bag a true everyday ally.
Our icons
1985
The brand's first creations in this hijacked material: Bulgomme, with an Arte Povera resonance.
Our icons
1986
XXL tote bag with trapezoidal lines. The designers transformed this model into a cheerful bag-dress for their appearance at the Festival International de Mode et de Photographie de Hyères.
Our icons
1995
The first bag in asymmetrical format. A great success for the brand, it allows freedom of movement while keeping your hands
free!
Our icons
1996
Designers adept at hijacking, reinvent the sweater in a bag version, tied at the waist or slung over the shoulder and available in nylon, marinière and wool.
Our icons
2000
Inspired by isothermal bottle bags, the Ice bag is crafted in canvas.... With a colored nylon pouch inside.
Our icons
2002
Monogrammed jacquard canvas with "Pol & Sof" faces designed by Marc Borgers. A real success in Japan.
Our icons
2008
The brand's emblematic bag, first introduced in the LIGHT line, is now available in a variety of materials and shades.
Our icons
2008
Half-moon" bags that reflect a quest for beauty and functionality. Available in supple Italian nappa leather, enhanced by a tortoiseshell buckle for carrying on the shoulder or across the body.
Our icons
2024
Half-moon shoulder bag with snap hooks for multiple carrying options: shoulder or sling.