Where to buy umbrellas and canes France

At the François', the oldest store in Poitiers, since 1882 and five generations, umbrellas are made, repaired and restored by hand in the workshop adjacent to the store. Choice of color and shape, maple handle for comfort, carbon fiber structure for strength, the umbrellas are custom-made, unique. There are also folding umbrellas, parasols or cane umbrellas adapted to the size of each person. But the emblem of the august house remains the shepherd's umbrella with its large diameter and its rattan ribs.

The Piganiol family has been making umbrellas in Aurillac since 1884, in their factory on rue Ampère. The reputation of these top-of-the-range umbrellas extends beyond the borders of the Cantal. From the small folding umbrella to the large straight model, known as the "shepherd's umbrella" which was traditionally used to shelter shepherds, it is impossible not to find a model to your taste. The collections are renewed twice a year and if you want something more personal, the house can make a digital print. The umbrellas are guaranteed for two years.

In Piney you can find one of the last manufacturers of umbrellas and parasols. Located near the village station, a wide window displays some open models: golf umbrella, unbreakable, parasols… You must push the door of the house to discover in a small piece the work of the house. Someone immediately proposes to make a commented visit of each "pépin": the intelligent umbrella studied to never fold in the event of a large wind, lined umbrellas with a certain charm, "cultural umbrellas" decorated with known works. What would you say to walk with a reproduction of the Sistine Chapel ceiling above the head? And then there are the romantic with their delicious frous and each time the handles are accompanied by: in maple, ebony… according to model. The handle can also be worked. Colours, materials, canes, parasols… and prices for all the awards, very much rain.