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La Botte Gardiane
Exceptional savoir-faire since 1958


A supporter of French savoir-faire since our beginnings, L’Exception is proud to showcase one of the finest examples of born and bred talent – La Botte Gardiane, a certified ‘Living Heritage Company’ since 2007 (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant). A bootmaker based in Camargue with a history that dates back to the cowboys of the French south, their handcrafted pieces have been made by expert artisans since 1958 – working in local-sourced leathers to ensure the highest quality fit & finish.

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Traditional savoir-faire


In 1995, the Agulhon family took the reigns and steered the brand in a different direction – looking to the past to inspire the future with a new selection of modern footwear. Respecting tradition whilst offering something in step with current street style; today the workshop handcrafts in excess of 12,000 pairs of shoes each year – with more than 60 operations per pair. Every sole has a tale to tell – using traditional manufacturing methods, that include stitch, solder and glue binding: a unique savoir-faire that only the House still uses. La Botte Gardiane reflects a stylish nostalgia founded in authentic design.

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Timeless bootmaking


Sourcing the highest quality leather and constructing each piece using tried & tested methods, every pair celebrates time-old tradition and enduring style. Throughout history, La Botte Gardiane has always led with its strong sense of savoir-faire, respecting trends and silhouettes along the way. Find our favourite pieces from the La Botte Gardiane collection online at L’Exception and shop from boots, sandals and shoes for both men & woman – in a variety of colours and designs.

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THANKS TO THE LOCAL PRODUCTION OF ITS SHOES, THE GARDIAN BOOT BENEFITS FROM THE SMART CHOICE BY L’EXCEPTION LABEL. INDEED, SINCE 2019, 100% MADE IN FRANCE PRODUCTS HAVE BEEN PARTICULARLY HIGHLIGHTED IN OUR SMART CHOICE SELECTION FOR THEIR UNIQUE CHARACTERISTICS AND MANUFACTURING.


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