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2013 Press Releases

The perfect boot for when the going gets tough

Le Chameau, manufacturer of premium quality country footwear, has joined forces with Michelin, the leading tyre manufacturer, to bring you an impressive new boot – the Ceres.

Designed for agricultural professionals in particular, the sole of the boot shares in common many of the benefits of the market leading new Michelin tyre, the ‘Ultraflex’. As the name suggests this new sole is not only highly flexible but also extremely durable. The new rubber compound has been specially formulated to withstand heavy tractor and quad bike usage.

The sole’s tread, mirrors that of the Ultraflex tyre, which has been designed to better distribute weight over a greater surface area, thus reducing the amount the boot sinks into the ground, ultimately resulting in less crop damage. The sole is also self-cleaning, expelling mud automatically when in use.

The Ceres boot is lined with a comfortable Jersey cotton lining.  A Neoprene version will be available in the autumn.

Available now in all good Le Chameau retailers £95 (rrp)

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For our customers piece of mind and to increase purchase ease,we have now added PayPal to our list of payment methods!

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2012 Press Releases

Flers Softshell – RRP 175

New for the 2012/13 season, the Flers adds a new dimension to the extensive Le Chameau range. The Flers is made from a stretch LCX Action fabric which offers the user a breathable, windproof, lightweight and highly water repellent jacket.  The Flers is a versatile jacket providing the user with good levels of protection from the elements, making it very suited to the ever changing British weather. Gloves in the same fabric are also available - RRP £50.

Features include:

  • Water repellent
  • Alcantara Collar
  • Re-inforced shoulders and elbows
  • Re-inforced Hem
  • 2 zipped pockets
  • Hem drawstring adjustment

Le Chameau – Everything that is true of Le Chameau’s attention to detail in boot making is evident in the clothing collection. Crafted with the country user in mind, not only is Le Chameau clothing incredibly hard-wearing, but stylish and comfortable too; providing the optimum in terms of protection from the cold and wet of winter.

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Lady Jameson

A stunning new addition to Le Chameau’s leather boots range. The Lady Jameson, specially created for women, has been designed to bring together the elegance of a luxury finish with practicality. The boots are not only easy to put on thanks to the interior zip; once on, they are incredibly comfortable. Excellent waterproof qualities thanks to the GORE-TEX lining, which also ensures breathability. The slightly raised heel and easy to clean full grain and nubuck leather, make this a low maintenance yet stylish boot.

 - Available in sizes 36- 42

Le Chameau Jameson boots are crafted with the country user in mind. The range employs rugged fast drying leathers and fabrics in designs built for unrivalled comfort.

Le Chameau

It is over eighty years since le Chameau first began hand-making their premium quality, natural rubber boots at their factory in northern France. Thus Steeped in tradition and yet at the forefront of technology, the name Le Chameau is truly synonymous with excellence; excellence in materials, excellence in design and excellence in manufacture.

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LD Olonne

The Olonne is a longer length jacket with a flattering feminine cut.  Fleece lined for additional warmth, the LCX membrane ensures that jacket remains waterproof and breathable. With an RRP of only £195 the Olonne jacket offers an affordable and stylish solution for every day country wear.

 

Features include:

  • Insulated, waterproof and breathable
  • Waterproof outer fabric with soft touch feel
  • Fleece lined hand warmer pocket and two generous cargo pockets with pocket keepers
  • Alcantara trim collar and pockets
  • Lycra storm cuffs

 

Le Chameau – Everything that is true of Le Chameau’s attention to detail in boot making is evident in the clothing collection. Crafted with the country user in mind, not only is Le Chameau clothing incredibly hard-wearing, but stylish and comfortable too; providing the optimum in terms of protection from the cold and wet of winter.

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Le Chameau has given the Fontenay jacket an upgrade for the 2012/13 season.  The weight of the jacket has been significantly reduced, whilst retaining all the benefits of the Kotkor fabric. The reduced weight and softer feel of the jacket make it a pleasure to wear.  This three quarter length hunting jacket is constructed from Le Chameau's extremely resilient KotKor® fabric, an exclusive material blend of cotton for comfort and Cordura® for abrasion resistance; providing exceptional durability and ensuring the jacket is fully waterproof and breathable. A must have in your outdoor clothing collection.

Features include:

  • Alcantara protective chin guard, collar lining and trims
  • Action back for ease of movement
  • Two gusseted front pockets and pocket keepers
  • Two zipped hand-warmer pockets
  • Lycra storm cuffs
  • Zipped game bag pocket

Le Chameau – Everything that is true of Le Chameau’s attention to detail in boot making is evident in the clothing collection. Crafted with the country user in mind, not only is Le Chameau clothing incredibly hard-wearing, but stylish and comfortable too; providing the optimum in terms of protection from the cold and wet of winter.

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The new Faroz is made from ultra light Cordura® making it silent, light and resistant.  The padding gives the jacket a feeling of comfort and immediate warmth but adds only 60g to the overall weight. Lined with an LCX membrane the Faroz is both fully waterproof and breathable. The articulated elbows ensure ease of movement, whilst the substantial removable hood, adds practicality.

Features include:

  • Lightweight  insulation
  • Magnetic pocket keepers
  • Removable hood
  • Lycra storm cuffs
  • Security pocket
  • Game pocket
  • Draw cord adjustment
  • Soft Alcantara trim

Le Chameau – Everything that is true of Le Chameau’s attention to detail in boot making is evident in the clothing collection. Crafted with the country user in mind, not only is Le Chameau clothing incredibly hard-wearing, but stylish and comfortable too; providing the optimum in terms of protection from the cold and wet of winter.

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Packed full of features the new Sika jacket is the ultimate hunting jacket. The Sika is an innovative multi-layered jacket with two types of silent GORE-TEX fabric, regular performance GORE-TEX and 2 way stretch. In keeping with Le Chameau’s rubber heritage, a non slip rubber strip has been woven into the front of the jacket. The lining uses recycled mesh to ensure comfort and breathability at all times.

  • GORE-TEX Cordura Mix
  • Waterproof front zip
  • 2 Pockets with dry zips & 1 dry zip chest pocket
  • 2 Hand warmer pockets
  • Fold away hood with volume adjuster
  • Lycra storm cuff
  • Stretch fabric at shoulders and below arms for ease of movement
  • Alcantara collar
  • A neoprene band has been added at the jacket hem for added comfort and warmth when sitting

Le Chameau – Everything that is true of Le Chameau’s attention to detail in boot making is evident in the clothing collection. Crafted with the country user in mind, not only is Le Chameau clothing incredibly hard-wearing, but stylish and comfortable too; providing the optimum in terms of protection from the cold and wet of winter.

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Duchess of Cambridge wears Le Chameau wellingtons on Camping Trip

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Kate, The Duchess of Cambridge’s choice of footwear for a recent camping trip, was a pair of Le Chameau Vierzonord wellingtons (RRP £160). Coverage of her wearing her favourite wellington boots has appeared today in the Daily Mail, Daily Express, Daily Star and The Times newspapers. 

Le Chameau is a long-time favourite among the hunting, shooting and fishing community who are attracted by the boots luxurious lining, excellent fit and longevity. It is therefore no surprise that Kate, William and Harry, as true country people, are now choosing to wear Le Chameau. It seems that in the competition to decide who wears the country boot crown, Le Chameau may already have succeeded to the throne.

See the links below for the recent articles featuring the Duchess in our wellies

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2160580/Kate-Middleton-Duchess-Cambridge-mucks-childrens-camping-trip.html

http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/fashion/archive/2012/06/17/kate-middletons-woodland-wardobe--zara-jeans--burberry-shirt-and-le-chameau-boot.htm

http://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/view/257332/Kate-Middleton-in-300-wellies/

http://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity/536728/pics-all-the-details-of-kate-middleton-s-camping-trip.html#index=1



We are very proud to announce that the Duchess of Cambridge has been spotted wearing our very own Le Chameau wellington boots. A picture which was featured in the Daily Mail before Christmas has caused a flurry of interest in the brand and it’s products.

A follow up piece in The Telegraph appeared in January 2nd issue and highlighted that Le Chameau could be ‘The Wellington’ to buy.

Please find below the links to the articles.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2080094/Kate-Middleton-Prince-Harry-choose-matching-footwear-watch-William-play-football.html

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2081076/Where-Kate-Middleton-Prince-Harrys-stylish-boots.html

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/kate-middleton/8988157/Will-Kate-Middleton-kick-off-a-war-of-the-wellies.html

http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/fashion/archive/2012/01/03/kate-middleton--the-boots-are-off.htm




2011 Press Releases

The new Le Chameau Prunay jacket is a stylish and warm quilted jacket designed for a sophisticated silhouette.  This all purpose jacket features a cotton rich fabric in truffle brown that has received anti-stain Teflon treatment, making the Prunay not only elegant but also low maintenance. The Prunay is unlike any other in the mens range and is equally at home when worn in the country or for more formal occasions.  

 

Key Features:

  • Two large cargo hand pockets, internal chest pocket and inside pocket
  • Cotton Cordura® peach skin finish
  • Two way zip
  • Press stud fastened vents to allow movement when sitting
  • Teflon coating for added protection

 

Le Chameau – Everything that is true of Le Chameau’s attention to detail in boot making is evident in the clothing collection. Crafted with the country user in mind, not only is Le Chameau clothing incredibly hard-wearing, but stylish and comfortable too; providing the optimum in terms of protection from the cold and wet of winter.
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Le Chameau’s best-selling Marval Ladies jacket is now available in a fantastic new oregano colour. The fully waterproof and breathable ¾ length ladies hunting jacket is constructed from Teflon® coated emerised cotton Cordura®. The collar has soft Alcantara® lining with a protective chin guard. The Marval is not just a practical jacket; it is feminine and stylish, featuring a quilted belt which compliments the female figure.

 

Key Features:

  • Snapped shoulder tabs & small storm patch across back, fastened by a press stud
  • 2 large gusseted front pockets with pocket keepers
  • 2 zipped hand-warmer pockets
  • 1 inside zipped pocket
  • Adjustable windbreaker cuffs
  • Alcantara® protective chin guard
  • Two way zip
  • Quilted belt closed by a locking buckle

 

Le Chameau – Everything that is true of Le Chameau’s attention to detail in boot making is evident in the clothing collection. Crafted with the country user in mind, not only is Le Chameau clothing incredibly hard-wearing, but stylish and comfortable too; providing the optimum in terms of protection from the cold and wet of winter.
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New for Winter 2011, the Chasseur Fourée combines all the craftsmanship of the Chasseur boot with a wool lining to keep your feet warm even on the coldest days. With similar insulating properties to Neoprene, the wool lining is not only exceptionally warm and luxurious in feel, but also quick to dry. Deluxe wool combined with a full length zip make the Chasseur Fourée as comfortable and easy to slip on as your favourite shoe. Crafted as it is from natural rubber*, the boot is guaranteed to be 100% waterproof. The Chasseur Fourée is also finished with the technically advanced dual density sole.

Le Chameau - It is over eighty years since Le Chameau first began hand-making their premium quality, natural rubber boots* at their factory in Northern France.  The qualities of Le Chameau boots derive largely from the properties of this natural elastic material in being supple, robust and waterproof.  The ability to maintain these properties, even at low temperatures, makes rubber the finest natural product available for protection from the worst of the British climate. Thus steeped in tradition and yet at the forefront of technology, the name Le Chameau is truly synonymous with excellence; excellence in materials, excellence in design and excellence in manufacture.

*Natural Rubber The Hevea, a native tree of tropical Amazonia, is the source of natural rubber. 

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Excellent value for money stylish shooting jacket

The New Lansac jacket is a stylish and durable shooting, jacket lined with an LCX membrane to ensure it is a 100% waterproof and breathable. The Lansac is lightweight with a soft-handle material making it comfortable for in the field. With an SRP of only £180 the Lansac jacket offers an affordable solution for every day country wear.

Key Features:

  • 100% Waterproof and breathable
  • Anti-stain Teflon coating
  • Contrast collar lining and trim
  • Action back for ease of movement
  • Two large gusseted cargo pockets with pocket keepers
  • Two zipped hand-warmer pockets
  • Inside & security pockets
  • Adjustable windbreaker cuffs
  • Drawcord waist

Le Chameau – Everything that is true of Le Chameau’s attention to detail in boot making is evident in the clothing collection. Crafted with the country user in mind, not only is Le Chameau clothing incredibly hard-wearing, but stylish and comfortable too; providing the optimum in terms of protection from the cold and wet of winter.

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Le Chameau’s best selling boot the Vierzon is now available with a luxurious Italian full grain leather lining, for those who want a low maintenance leather lined boot. Leather is a natural material like no other, comfortable throughout the year. It actually seems to improve with age as it gradually moulds to the shape of the users foot. The gusset and snap fastening buckle design, exclusive to Le Chameau, eases entry into the boot and ensures the perfect fit around the calf. Finished with a Le Chameau dual density sole, the Vierzon leather is the ideal boot for year round use.

Leather Lining - No synthetic material can duplicate the properties of soft, full grain leather; insulating, breathable, durable and supremely comfortable. When used in our boots, this luxurious natural material is crafted to fully envelope the wearer’s foot, ensuring exceptional all-round comfort. The tanning process leaves the leather resistant to damp and water damage.

Le Chameau - It is over eighty years since Le Chameau first began hand-making their premium quality, natural rubber boots* at their factory in Northern France.  The qualities of Le Chameau boots derive largely from the properties of this natural elastic material in being supple, robust and waterproof.  The ability to maintain these properties, even at low temperatures, makes rubber the finest natural product available for protection from the worst of the British climate. Thus steeped in tradition and yet at the forefront of technology, the name Le Chameau is truly synonymous with excellence; excellence in materials, excellence in design and excellence in manufacture.   

*Natural Rubber The Hevea, a native tree of tropical Amazonia, is the source of natural rubber.

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Le Chameau Iris Coloured Boots are handmade from natural rubber* and designed to provide ladies with exceptional comfort and elegance.  The ergonomic design is shaped to fit the morphology of a ladies lower leg and the slightly raised heel provides greater stability and comfort when walking.  The boot is attractively finished with a side buckle and comes in three fashionable colours: Violet, Red and Moss available in sizes 36-42.

Le Chameau

It is over eighty years since Le Chameau first began hand-making their premium quality, natural rubber boots at their factory in Northern France.  The qualities of Le Chameau boots derive largely from the properties of this natural elastic material in being supple, robust and waterproof.  The ability to maintain these properties, even at low temperatures, makes rubber the finest natural product available for protection from the worst of the British climate.Thus steeped in tradition and yet at the forefront of technology, the name Le Chameau is truly synonymous with excellence; excellence in materials, excellence in design and excellence in manufacture.

*Natural Rubber

The Hevea, a native tree of tropical Amazonia, is the source of natural rubber. 
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Le Chameau has once again delivered the perfect balance of sophistication and functionality, with a new stylish tweed pattern. The Redbone shooting suit is constructed from 100% Scottish wool tweed and consists of a waterproof and breathable jacket, breeks and cap, together with a complimenting shooting waistcoat, ensuring the wearer is both stylish and comfortable in all weather conditions.

Key features include:

  • 100% Waterproof and breathable
  • Anti-stain Teflon Coating
  • Alcantara protective chin guard, collar lining and trims
  • Action back for ease of movement
  • Two large gusseted cargo pockets with pocket keepers
  • Two zipped hand-warmer pockets
  • Inside and security pocket
  • Adjustable windbreaker cuffs
  • Two way Zip
The Redbone tweed is also available in a waistcoat, breeks and cap.
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Mouflonord - RRP £240

Based on the Mouflon boot, Le Chameau introduces the Mouflonord, an even tougher version for those that require the ultimate in performance. The high rand (sometimes known as a stoneguard) made of PU impregnated leather has been stitched to the full grain leather upper offering unparalleled protection against stones and gorse. A cosy, hard-wearing lining is retained inside the tongue and collar. The warm Gore-Tex lining ensures the boot is waterproof and breathable whilst also keeping your feet warm. The Vibram® Hunting sole gives excellent grip and resistance to wear.

Vibram® is the worldwide leader in sole design for walking and mountaineering footwear. They are made from composite rubber material to give unbeatable resistance to wear. Another benefit is outstanding grip whilst remaining lightweight and shock absorbing.

Le Chameau

Le Chameau has been producing footwear for country people for over 80 years, in the process earning a reputation for comfort, longevity and excellent design, qualities which are every bit as evident in Le Chameau’s walking boot collection.

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Le Chameau Jameson boots are crafted with the country user in mind. The range employs rugged fast drying leathers and fabrics in designs built for unrivalled comfort. A programme of rigorous testing in the field means that wearers comfort and the longevity of the boot is ensured.

Jameson Zip GTX – Such is the growth in demand for the Jameson boot that Le Chameau have introduced a additional new model for 2011. The new boot retains all the excellent features of the Jameson, but includes a full length YKK zip for easy access and removal. The hardwearing zip also allows le Chameau to create a more fitted design around the ankle and lower leg. Manufactured using the same combination of full grain and nubuck leather as the standard Jameson, this zipped version has a Gore-Tex® lining to ensure waterproofness and the Razzia sole unit provides unparalleled grip and comfort.

Le Chameau

It is over eighty years since le Chameau first began hand-making their premium quality, natural rubber boots at their factory in northern France. Thus Steeped in tradition and yet at the forefront of technology, the name Le Chameau is truly synonymous with excellence; excellence in materials, excellence in design and excellence in manufacture.

NOTES TO EDITORS

  • All of the products featured are available from Le Chameau stockists. To locate a local stockist, visit www.lechameau.co.uk or contact LLC Ltd (UK distributor) on 01489 557600.
  • Images of all the featured products are available upon request from the press contact, details below.

PRESS CONTACT:MONICA STONE, Marketing Assistant. Tel: 01489555390 Email: mstone@gmk.co.uk



Farming communities in Sierra Leone are benefitting from a generous charitable donation of Le Chameau rubber footwear from the UK distributor, LLC Ltd.

The Footwear Appeal 2010 was organised by international charity Real Aid. The charity supports agricultural projects in the Bumpe Chiefdom, Sierra Leone.  These projects enable the local community to grow rice to feed their families.  Real Aid's footwear appeal aims to help the community by reducing the spread of parasitic disease, which spreads through the soil to the field workers, by providing footwear so they aren't working barefoot.

LLC Ltd donated around 60 pairs of good quality second hand/redundant boots to the appeal in May 2010. LLC's Managing Director, Karl Waktare, commented he was "extremely pleased to be able to support Real Aid's worthy cause and donate beneficial rubber boots the children and families of the recipient community."

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Real Aid thanked LLC Ltd for their boot donation, adding that "the impact of these is enormous and [LLC's] support is most welcome."

 




2009 Press Releases

With the recent festival-fuelled trend for cheap and colourful wellies and the subsequent market explosion to meet demand, it is a quiet relief to find the true country user firmly backing the quality
corner and sticking resolutely to their Le Chameau boots.

Lord Mandelson has become the recent owner of a pair of Vierzonord boots, Le Chameau's most popular neoprene lined model. He joins the ranks of the true country experts, who have been wearing Le Chameau boots since they were first introduced to the UK. Over the last few years, the 'in the know' status inferred from being seen in a pair of Le Chameau boots has reached the consciousness of royals like Prince William and country-savvy celebrities such as Madonna, Guy Richie, Jamie Oliver, Jeremy Clarkson, Stella McCartney and Elizabeth Hurley, who have all been 'spotted' wearing their Le Chameau boots while out and about in the country. These people have ignored the fad for brightly coloured 'town' wellies, realising that to be taken seriously in the country, you need to be wearing a pair of handmade, natural rubber boots that prove quality is worth investing in.

Le Chameau have been making premium quality, natural rubber boots at their factory in northern France since 1927 and the name Le Chameau has become as renown for tradition and quality in the UK as it has at home in France. The Le Chameau brand became dominant in the UK shooting market during the 1990s when GMK Ltd, the UK's leading distributor to the shooting sports market, took on the UK distribution. GMK introduced Le Chameau's leather and neoprene lined models to a consumer already looking for
something better than what was on offer. The true UK country user, who lives and works on the land, knows they need a boot that can withstand the cold, wet conditions of British winters while offering comfort and style. Le Chameau stepped into the gap, offering boots handmade from luxurious, supple rubber, which were combined with soft leather or premium neoprene linings and technically advanced soles.

Over fifteen years later and Le Chameau is an established name, popular not only among the shooting fraternity, but with any true country user. As the cold and rain settle in this autumn, those venturing outdoors into the country for work or pleasure will be relying on their trusty Le Chameau wellingtons to  keep them comfortably warm and dry.

Karl Waktare, Managing Director of LLC Ltd, the sister company of GMK Ltd and now the UK distributor of Le Chameau, comments that while the cheap, brightly coloured festival boots that grace the high street are great for the overall image and popularity of wellies, it is a comforting to know that among those for whom country living is more than just a weekend away, Le Chameau is still the boot brand of choice. Recent additions to the rubber range demonstrate that Le Chameau is still committed to producing quality products that embrace technical advancements while not compromising on style.




2007 Press Releases

Renowned French boot-maker, Le Chameau, is celebrating 80 years production of their premium quality natural rubber boots.

Le Chameau began in Cherbourg in 1927 when agricultural engineer Claude Chamot produced his first natural rubber boot. As users discovered the distinct advantages natural rubber has over other materials, Chamot's hand-made boots quickly became popular. Over the last eighty years, the processes initiated by Claude Chamot have been refined and developed to create the finest natural product available for protection against the wet.

In 1995, Lafuma SA of France bought the Le Chameau brand. With their expertise in the manufacture of outdoor products, Lafuma SA expanded the Le Chameau brand into other product areas. Retaining the principals of traditional manufacture and excellence which it is renowned for, the Le Chameau brand ventured into the manufacture of leather footwear and country clothing.

Today two factories in France still operate, employing traditional craftsmanship with modern materials to produce the Le Chameau natural rubber boots. Recognised for its excellence in materials, design and manufacture, the Le Chameau brand is popular with country users and shooting sports enthusiasts, who recognise that the products are crafted with them in mind.

Natural rubber footwear

Le Chameau combines traditional craftsmanship with technical innovation to create their extensive footwear range. Its takes nine months of intense training to become a Chameau boot-maker and acquire the unique skills which have been passed down through generations, from master to apprentice, so that the wearer has the assurance of a boot hand-made with the same care and craftsmanship that they were 80 years ago.

Leather footwear

Le Chameau uses only the finest quality leather in the creation of their popular range of stylish, hardwearing and comfortable shoes and walking boots. All products in the range feature hardwearing soles for greater longevity. To ensure they are water-proof and breathable, most of the walking boots feature an extremely high quality Gore-Tex lining.

Clothing

The Le Chameau clothing range embodies all of the qualities found in the footwear ranges. Created in 2000 with the marriage of the Le Chameau name and the respected Charles Dubourg brand, Le Chameau clothes are incredibly hardwearing, ensuring they can withstand cold and wet weather, but remain stylish and comfortable too, as you would expect from a premium brand.