Location

France

Founded

2016

Price range

€150 – €300

Shipping

Worldwide

Catalogue

500 products

Size range

TU

New arrivals

303 this month

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Rouje

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About

Rouje is a French fashion brand founded in 2016 by Jeanne Damas. Inspired by the women she observed while growing up near Paris’s Bastille district, Damas created a wardrobe built around style, femininity and Parisian dressing. The brand’s idea is that people should notice the woman first and her clothing second, keeping expression at the centre. Rouje offers dresses, knitwear, jackets, denim, beauty products, accessories and women’s footwear. Its shoe collection includes Mary Janes, pumps, mules, sandals, loafers, ballet flats and ankle boots. Vintage references meet practical shapes, with details such as block heels, slim straps, leather and croc-effect finishes. These designs complement the label’s floral dresses, tailored pieces and separates without feeling overly coordinated. The Rouje aesthetic mixes Parisian and Mediterranean influences, masculine tailoring and delicate silhouettes, and everyday ease with glamour. Collections are designed by women for women, while the company works to bring production closer to Europe and develop long-term workshop relationships. For shoppers searching for a French fashion brand, Parisian women’s shoes or Jeanne Damas style, Rouje offers feminine footwear and clothing designed for personal combinations.

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Brand Details

Contract manufactured (handmade)

Italy & Portugal

Leather Working Group
Recyclable
Reusable
Recycled materials
Last reviewed
Sep 2026
Independent brand
Verified
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Jeanne Damas

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Frequently asked questions

What type of footwear does Rouje sell?
Rouje offers pumps, slingbacks, loafers, ballet flats, mules, sandals, ankle boots and tall boots. Its footwear reflects the vintage-influenced Parisian style seen throughout the brand’s clothing collections.
Who founded Rouje, and when was the brand launched?
Jeanne Damas launched Rouje in France in 2016. Damas serves as artistic director.
What is Rouje best known for as a fashion and footwear brand?
Rouje is known for a feminine Parisian aesthetic shaped by vintage references. Its footwear complements the brand’s dresses and tailoring through loafers, ballerinas, boots, mules and understated heels.
Is Rouje exclusively a footwear brand?
Rouje is a French fashion and lifestyle brand rather than a footwear-only company. Alongside shoes, it produces womenswear, handbags, accessories and beauty products.
What materials does Rouje use in its shoes?
Rouje’s footwear commonly uses leather and suede, with materials varying by design. The brand says it works with certified, environmentally and socially responsible tanneries for its leather shoes.
What does the name Rouje mean?
“Rouje” is a stylised version of the French word rouge. The letter “J” references founder Jeanne Damas, while the name also evokes the red lips associated with her style.

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