Zadig & Voltaire

ZV France is a privately held company based in Paris, France, founded in 1997 by Thierry Gillier, the grandson of André Gillier, co-founder of Lacoste. The company specializes in luxury ready-to-wear fashion, offering a range of products including apparel, accessories, and fragrances. It operates over 350 stores worldwide and is known for its edgy, rock-and-roll-inspired style. The brand's collections are designed in Paris, with manufacturing facilities in Europe and Asia, including countries like Morocco, Portugal, China, Italy, and Tunisia. In 2021, ZV France was acquired by Peninsula Capital, a private equity firm. The brand is also active in the fragrance market through a partnership with Shiseido's subsidiary, Beauté Prestige International, established in 2016.