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The demand for Charentaises has been increasing since the start of the health crisis, especially since “Made in France” is very popular. Small problem: the shortage of felts slows down the production of the slipper.
High-end wool felt rolls are essential in the manufacture of the Charentaise slipper. “This is the historic felt that has been used for 300 years in the manufacture of Charentaise.“, explains Olivier Rondinaud, co-manager of” L’Atelier Charentaises “. The felt comes from this unique factory in France, installed in the Tarn since 1865. According to one of its managers, the shortage is largely due to strong demand for slippers made in France.
The shortage of raw materials limits the production, and therefore the stock of the small company of La Rochefoucauld (Charente). “At this time of year, you should have a shelf that is almost full. Now you see, there is absolutely nothing“, deplores Olivier Rondinaud. Retailers are struggling to supply their stores, like a Charentais merchant who owns several shops in the region.” L’Atelier Charentaises “is the emblematic manufacturer of the famous slipper with the reverse sewn. An artisanal method pledge of quality, which increasingly appeals to the French.