14 October 2026International edition
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14 October 2026
AI in Fashion
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Premium and contemporary

OAKWOOD

France

OAKWOOD is a French fashion brand founded in 1980 that specialises in leather clothing for women and men. It is best known for leather jackets and coats, alongside accessories and denim pieces.

Facts
Founded1980
CountryFrance
SpecialityLeather clothing
CollectionsWomen and men
Websiteoakwood.fr
Segment
Premium
Categories
WomenswearMenswearAccessoriesBags
Sales channels
WholesaleE-commerce

What is OAKWOOD?

OAKWOOD is a French brand that describes itself as The Leather Brand. Founded in 1980, it has spent around four decades as a reference in leather ready-to-wear for women and men.

Products and positioning

Leather outerwear is the heart of the brand. Classic leather jackets and coats are complemented by contemporary pieces in denim and other materials, positioning OAKWOOD in the premium segment of the leather market.

  • Women's leather jackets, coats, trousers, skirts and dresses
  • Men's leather jackets and down jackets
  • Gilets, parkas and faux fur pieces
  • Hats, scarves, mittens, ponchos and bags

Distribution

OAKWOOD sells through its own online shop and through fashion retailers in France and abroad.

Why it matters

OAKWOOD is one of the established French specialists in leather apparel. Its long focus on a single material shows how a category specialist can stay relevant by extending a core product, the leather jacket, into a full wardrobe for women and men.

Frequently asked questions

Where is OAKWOOD from?

OAKWOOD is a French brand specialising in leather clothing.

What is OAKWOOD known for?

OAKWOOD is known for leather jackets and coats for women and men, sold under the tagline The Leather Brand.

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