French heritage brand known for its high-quality cotton basics and timeless nautical style for children.
ORIGIN
FRANCE
PRICE TIER
premium
Established in Troyes, France, in 1893, Petit Bateau has become synonymous with high-quality, comfortable clothing for children and families. The brand’s story began when founder Pierre Valton’s son, Etienne, had the innovative idea to cut the legs off traditional long johns, inventing the classic cotton briefs we know today. This spirit of freedom and comfort remains central to the brand, which is celebrated for its durable cotton essentials, most notably the marinière (Breton stripe shirt) and the simple white t-shirt, which gained international fame after being worn by Claudia Schiffer under a Chanel suit in the 1990s.