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Caramel & cie, the French brand of school bags and designer bags !
Create adventures, stories and happiness with a schoolbag. Give our children the power to dream by designing beautiful schoolbags that make them burst with joy.
To make good schoolbags that respect their morphology and help them grow... all this is possible and we work on it every day!
Rafaela Garcia
A word from the creator
Going to school is also learning to share: friends, games, songs, hide-and-seek, whispers, pretty notebooks and colored pencils.
All these moments of discovery are also moments of emotion.
Their schoolbag, unique, different, an everyday companion, is also a beacon of each child's personality.
How did the idea for the binders come about?
The wonderful story of Caramel & cie
When my son Adrien started first grade, I looked for a long time for a "beautiful" schoolbag that would respect his growing back.
But I couldn't find one. I then had the idea to design a schoolbag. After validating with my workshops in Vietnam the feasibility of production (I had a brand of ready-to-wear for children) the first schoolbag Caramel & cie was born.
Caramelo, the story of the little stray dog
Why the name Caramel & cie ?
Caramelo was the name of my dog in Caracas, a little stray dog that I found when I was 8 years old. He was very funny, always doing silly things and it is these memories and emotions of my childhood, full of laughter, color and joy, that I wanted to instill in Caramel & cie.
Our commitments and expertise
Our commitments
We care about protecting the back and respecting the child's morphology. And we are constantly trying to improve so that our bags are good for the planet.
Our expertise
Caramel & cie, committed to the development of children, creates design, durable and comfortable schoolbags.
Our technical schoolbags
Beyond the aesthetic side, a Caramel & cie schoolbag is atechnical product which requires a particular know-how.
Creativity
Stimulate the imagination of our children
Ecoresponsability
100% of the collection made with 80% recycled polyester
Wellness
Ergonomics and comfortable binders
Durability
Free repair for 2 years
A joyful imagination
The dream binder...
I create my binders by intuition, but as I am also a mother, I chose to design binders that stimulate the creativity and imagination of our children.
Because imagination is essential in their development. So I made binders that tell stories.
Or rather binders that encourage children to invent stories in their heads.
They turn into butterflies to fly from their rooms to school and pick flowers, they get on their big motorcycles to take a little detour through the Grand Canyon, they discuss with their friends whether unicorns, thanks to their horns, are stronger than tigers, and whether tigers that throw lightning bolts are stronger than triceratops.
And so I say to myself that our children will be happier to go to school and therefore happier to learn!
A story of passion
How did you become a designer?
As a little girl I was already transforming my toys, creating dresses for my dolls and having fun making disguises for my brother.
Naturally, this passion led me to become a designer, first at Prodiseño, the prestigious graphic design school in Caracas, then at ENSCI-les ateliers, in Paris.
Our news
The nice Christmas selection by Rafaela, the creator of Caramel...
Every year, at Christmas time, it's the race for gifts! And this excitement that precedes the holiday season is often experienced as a constraint
Every year, at Christmas time, it's the race for gifts! And this excitement that precedes the holiday season is often experienced as a constraint
Recycled polyester: an eco-responsible solution?
Our schoolbags are made of 80% recycled polyester. 80% because some materials, such as the bottom, which is made of waterproof imitation leather for more resistance, are not recycled.
Our schoolbags are made of 80% recycled polyester. 80% because some materials, such as the bottom, which is made of waterproof imitation leather for more resistance, are not recycled.
Together let's protect our children's planet... by recycling...
The children's industry, bad pupil of sustainable development! The fashion industry, like the children's industry, is one of the least eco-friendly: 60% of the clothes end up in the garbage in the first year.
The children's industry, bad pupil of sustainable development! The fashion industry, like the children's industry, is one of the least eco-friendly: 60% of the clothes end up in the garbage in the first year.
A 100% magical collection, 80% recycled polyester and 100%...
A very graphic and colorful collection mixing reverie and wildlife to delight children and for stories always so magical ...
A very graphic and colorful collection mixing reverie and wildlife to delight children and for stories always so magical ...
How to recognize a quality schoolbag?
We know that a school bag is often quite heavy with the numerous school supplies. Moreover, it is abused by the children at school, and must resist both the weather and the passage of time. It must therefore be of...
We know that a school bag is often quite heavy with the numerous school supplies. Moreover, it is abused by the children at school, and must resist both the weather and the passage of time. It must therefore be of...
What weight for a schoolbag in first grade?
Your child is leaving kindergarten and entering elementary school, and you're wondering how to equip them?
Your child is leaving kindergarten and entering elementary school, and you're wondering how to equip them?
Our medium backpacks, a new ergonomics for more comfort.
New for 2022, our medium backpacks have been redesigned to offer maximum storage and opening capacity. A...
New for 2022, our medium backpacks have been redesigned to offer maximum storage and opening capacity. A...
Look Paillettes, bags and accessories to shine with your friends!
The Look Paillettes collection is for all little girls and boys, from 4 years old, who love glitter!
The Look Paillettes collection is for all little girls and boys, from 4 years old, who love glitter!
En Vadrouille collection, super stylish sports bags for kids!
The new range of En Vadrouille sports bags has been enriched with new stylish designs. They are...
The new range of En Vadrouille sports bags has been enriched with new stylish designs. They are...
Green Power, an eco-responsible collection that gives power to...
Since its creation, Caramel & cie has always been committed to a responsible approach by engaging in a more ethical and sustainable production to protect the planet and offer an optimistic vision to our children.
Since its creation, Caramel & cie has always been committed to a responsible approach by engaging in a more ethical and sustainable production to protect the planet and offer an optimistic vision to our children.
Which binder for the third grade?
With their entry into third grade, children are in the middle of their journey through elementary school. The homework load is getting heavier and so are the number of subjects and notebooks.
With their entry into third grade, children are in the middle of their journey through elementary school. The homework load is getting heavier and so are the number of subjects and notebooks.
What is the best schoolbag for first grade?
Starting first grade is a milestone in the school career of young children.
Starting first grade is a milestone in the school career of young children.
Let's help the solidarity project of Dan and Maya in Togo.
Last Thursday, Rafaela met Dan, founder of Dingue de Lunettes; 5 minutes later, Dan's energy and enthusiasm embarked us on the adventure. Are you coming with us?
Last Thursday, Rafaela met Dan, founder of Dingue de Lunettes; 5 minutes later, Dan's energy and enthusiasm embarked us on the adventure. Are you coming with us?
How to take care of your Caramel & cie. schoolbag or backpack?
Our backpacks and satchels meet all the requirements of our brand: they are ergonomic, light, eco-responsible ... and design!
Our backpacks and satchels meet all the requirements of our brand: they are ergonomic, light, eco-responsible ... and design!
Behind the scenes of the workshops
Today, we open the doors of our main workshop to introduce you to the team that makes Caramel & cie binders and backpacks.
Today, we open the doors of our main workshop to introduce you to the team that makes Caramel & cie binders and backpacks.
ON THE GO!
Because there is not only school in life, we have created the collection EN VADROUILLE !
Because there is not only school in life, we have created the collection EN VADROUILLE !
The history of Caramel & cie's dream binders
In 2019, we present you in the form of a Chinese portrait the creator, Rafaela, of Caramel & cie!
In 2019, we present you in the form of a Chinese portrait the creator, Rafaela, of Caramel & cie!
Are your children more like schoolbags or backpacks?
Our children are more and more influenced by brands, and they demand a backpack earlier and earlier. To do like the grown-ups!
Our children are more and more influenced by brands, and they demand a backpack earlier and earlier. To do like the grown-ups!
The 2020 back-to-school season, full of stories!
Like any back-to-school season, it's the beginning of a new adventure, a new class, new friends...
Like any back-to-school season, it's the beginning of a new adventure, a new class, new friends...
An eco-friendly schoolbag.
Joyeuse Fée, a limited edition schoolbag that combines eco-responsible manufacturing....
Joyeuse Fée, a limited edition schoolbag that combines eco-responsible manufacturing....
Caramel & cie. x Exacompta
This is the story of a meeting between Exacompta and Caramel & cie. at the Maison & Objet trade fair in January 2019.
This is the story of a meeting between Exacompta and Caramel & cie. at the Maison & Objet trade fair in January 2019.
Short Stories
A back to school without a little stories is not a real comeback... With each Caramel & cie schoolbag, your child will tell himself a lot of little stories through which he can escape to infinity and develop his...
A back to school without a little stories is not a real comeback... With each Caramel & cie schoolbag, your child will tell himself a lot of little stories through which he can escape to infinity and develop his...
New Collection
This year, the start of the new school year, the real one, will be exceptional. Like a holiday in the country with that delicious feeling of freedom ....
This year, the start of the new school year, the real one, will be exceptional. Like a holiday in the country with that delicious feeling of freedom ....
Anti-virus love vouchers
Catch-word are good, but you can't tell everything in them. Our children are still worried: when will it all end?
Catch-word are good, but you can't tell everything in them. Our children are still worried: when will it all end?
Funny slogans for healthy children
May 11th, it's going to be a crazy first day of school. A back-to-school period that's gonna go boom, woosh, splash!
May 11th, it's going to be a crazy first day of school. A back-to-school period that's gonna go boom, woosh, splash!
"It's gonna go boom-boom-boom again!"
Let's take care of ourselves. Agnès Bailly, psychoanalyst, continues to enlighten us on the anxieties that may affect our children at this time and how to respond appropriately.
Let's take care of ourselves. Agnès Bailly, psychoanalyst, continues to enlighten us on the anxieties that may affect our children at this time and how to respond appropriately.
" Until further notice "?
New article by Agnès Bailly, psychologist psychoanalyst
New article by Agnès Bailly, psychologist psychoanalyst
Listening to children in the time of COVID-19
Always concerned about the well-being of our children, I thought I would give you a few keys to help your ...
Always concerned about the well-being of our children, I thought I would give you a few keys to help your ...
Lovely meeting with a pragmatic young man
Lovely meeting with a pragmatic young man of 4 years old--three-quarters
Lovely meeting with a pragmatic young man of 4 years old--three-quarters
Happy New Year !
New year means new resolutions.
Naturally, the idea of eating less chocolate...
New year means new resolutions.
Naturally, the idea of eating less chocolate...
A New Mini Collection for Santa Claus
Dear Santa Claus,How have you been doing since last year? Are all the little elves all right ? I guess it's the frenzy at the North Pole!
Dear Santa Claus,How have you been doing since last year? Are all the little elves all right ? I guess it's the frenzy at the North Pole!
The incredible adventure of the French schoolbag
We love the schoolbag. It is almost part of our heritage. French children go to school with their first schoolbag, it's an initiation ritual, a tradition, a must have!
We love the schoolbag. It is almost part of our heritage. French children go to school with their first schoolbag, it's an initiation ritual, a tradition, a must have!
Meeting Rafaela Garcia
Behind Caramel & cie there is Rafaela Garcia, the brand’s designer, director and artist. We could tell you that she has long, black and curly hair, a sharp eye and a singing accent that she has from Venezuela.
Behind Caramel & cie there is Rafaela Garcia, the brand’s designer, director and artist. We could tell you that she has long, black and curly hair, a sharp eye and a singing accent that she has from Venezuela.
Each one has its format !
To prepare for the new school year, one of your main tasks as a superparent is to find the perfect schoolbag for your child. Well, we say "schoolbag", but we could just as easily say "backpack" because, in between,...
To prepare for the new school year, one of your main tasks as a superparent is to find the perfect schoolbag for your child. Well, we say "schoolbag", but we could just as easily say "backpack" because, in between,...
5 Tips to choose the right schoolbag for your child
It is not always easy to choose the perfect schoolbag for your child: you must please your dearest...
It is not always easy to choose the perfect schoolbag for your child: you must please your dearest...
Caramel et cie. x Minireyve
Caramel & Cie X Minireyve was born from the meeting between two artistic mothers, lovers of beautiful things.
Caramel & Cie X Minireyve was born from the meeting between two artistic mothers, lovers of beautiful things.
New Belle Rentrée collection for 2019
For the past 5 years, Caramel & Cie has been working to make the new school year the beginning of a wonderful adventure.
For the past 5 years, Caramel & Cie has been working to make the new school year the beginning of a wonderful adventure.
Caramel & Cie x Les Gambettes
When the happy Caramel et Cie schoolbags meet the colorful furniture of the Gambettes, it is the instant crush and a pretty collab' for this back-to-school season.
When the happy Caramel et Cie schoolbags meet the colorful furniture of the Gambettes, it is the instant crush and a pretty collab' for this back-to-school season.
The nice Christmas selection by Rafaela, the creator of Caramel...
Every year, at Christmas time, it's the race for gifts! And this excitement that precedes the holiday season is often experienced as a constraint
Every year, at Christmas time, it's the race for gifts! And this excitement that precedes the holiday season is often experienced as a constraint
Recycled polyester: an eco-responsible solution?
Our schoolbags are made of 80% recycled polyester. 80% because some materials, such as the bottom, which is made of waterproof imitation leather for more resistance, are not recycled.
Our schoolbags are made of 80% recycled polyester. 80% because some materials, such as the bottom, which is made of waterproof imitation leather for more resistance, are not recycled.
Together let's protect our children's planet... by recycling...
The children's industry, bad pupil of sustainable development! The fashion industry, like the children's industry, is one of the least eco-friendly: 60% of the clothes end up in the garbage in the first year.
The children's industry, bad pupil of sustainable development! The fashion industry, like the children's industry, is one of the least eco-friendly: 60% of the clothes end up in the garbage in the first year.
A 100% magical collection, 80% recycled polyester and 100%...
A very graphic and colorful collection mixing reverie and wildlife to delight children and for stories always so magical ...
A very graphic and colorful collection mixing reverie and wildlife to delight children and for stories always so magical ...
How to recognize a quality schoolbag?
We know that a school bag is often quite heavy with the numerous school supplies. Moreover, it is abused by the children at school, and must resist both the weather and the passage of time. It must therefore be of...
We know that a school bag is often quite heavy with the numerous school supplies. Moreover, it is abused by the children at school, and must resist both the weather and the passage of time. It must therefore be of...
What weight for a schoolbag in first grade?
Your child is leaving kindergarten and entering elementary school, and you're wondering how to equip them?
Your child is leaving kindergarten and entering elementary school, and you're wondering how to equip them?
Our medium backpacks, a new ergonomics for more comfort.
New for 2022, our medium backpacks have been redesigned to offer maximum storage and opening capacity. A...
New for 2022, our medium backpacks have been redesigned to offer maximum storage and opening capacity. A...
Look Paillettes, bags and accessories to shine with your friends!
The Look Paillettes collection is for all little girls and boys, from 4 years old, who love glitter!
The Look Paillettes collection is for all little girls and boys, from 4 years old, who love glitter!
En Vadrouille collection, super stylish sports bags for kids!
The new range of En Vadrouille sports bags has been enriched with new stylish designs. They are...
The new range of En Vadrouille sports bags has been enriched with new stylish designs. They are...
Green Power, an eco-responsible collection that gives power to...
Since its creation, Caramel & cie has always been committed to a responsible approach by engaging in a more ethical and sustainable production to protect the planet and offer an optimistic vision to our children.
Since its creation, Caramel & cie has always been committed to a responsible approach by engaging in a more ethical and sustainable production to protect the planet and offer an optimistic vision to our children.
Which binder for the third grade?
With their entry into third grade, children are in the middle of their journey through elementary school. The homework load is getting heavier and so are the number of subjects and notebooks.
With their entry into third grade, children are in the middle of their journey through elementary school. The homework load is getting heavier and so are the number of subjects and notebooks.
What is the best schoolbag for first grade?
Starting first grade is a milestone in the school career of young children.
Starting first grade is a milestone in the school career of young children.
Let's help the solidarity project of Dan and Maya in Togo.
Last Thursday, Rafaela met Dan, founder of Dingue de Lunettes; 5 minutes later, Dan's energy and enthusiasm embarked us on the adventure. Are you coming with us?
Last Thursday, Rafaela met Dan, founder of Dingue de Lunettes; 5 minutes later, Dan's energy and enthusiasm embarked us on the adventure. Are you coming with us?
How to take care of your Caramel & cie. schoolbag or backpack?
Our backpacks and satchels meet all the requirements of our brand: they are ergonomic, light, eco-responsible ... and design!
Our backpacks and satchels meet all the requirements of our brand: they are ergonomic, light, eco-responsible ... and design!
Behind the scenes of the workshops
Today, we open the doors of our main workshop to introduce you to the team that makes Caramel & cie binders and backpacks.
Today, we open the doors of our main workshop to introduce you to the team that makes Caramel & cie binders and backpacks.
ON THE GO!
Because there is not only school in life, we have created the collection EN VADROUILLE !
Because there is not only school in life, we have created the collection EN VADROUILLE !
The history of Caramel & cie's dream binders
In 2019, we present you in the form of a Chinese portrait the creator, Rafaela, of Caramel & cie!
In 2019, we present you in the form of a Chinese portrait the creator, Rafaela, of Caramel & cie!
Are your children more like schoolbags or backpacks?
Our children are more and more influenced by brands, and they demand a backpack earlier and earlier. To do like the grown-ups!
Our children are more and more influenced by brands, and they demand a backpack earlier and earlier. To do like the grown-ups!
The 2020 back-to-school season, full of stories!
Like any back-to-school season, it's the beginning of a new adventure, a new class, new friends...
Like any back-to-school season, it's the beginning of a new adventure, a new class, new friends...
An eco-friendly schoolbag.
Joyeuse Fée, a limited edition schoolbag that combines eco-responsible manufacturing....
Joyeuse Fée, a limited edition schoolbag that combines eco-responsible manufacturing....
Caramel & cie. x Exacompta
This is the story of a meeting between Exacompta and Caramel & cie. at the Maison & Objet trade fair in January 2019.
This is the story of a meeting between Exacompta and Caramel & cie. at the Maison & Objet trade fair in January 2019.
Short Stories
A back to school without a little stories is not a real comeback... With each Caramel & cie schoolbag, your child will tell himself a lot of little stories through which he can escape to infinity and develop his...
A back to school without a little stories is not a real comeback... With each Caramel & cie schoolbag, your child will tell himself a lot of little stories through which he can escape to infinity and develop his...
New Collection
This year, the start of the new school year, the real one, will be exceptional. Like a holiday in the country with that delicious feeling of freedom ....
This year, the start of the new school year, the real one, will be exceptional. Like a holiday in the country with that delicious feeling of freedom ....
Anti-virus love vouchers
Catch-word are good, but you can't tell everything in them. Our children are still worried: when will it all end?
Catch-word are good, but you can't tell everything in them. Our children are still worried: when will it all end?
Funny slogans for healthy children
May 11th, it's going to be a crazy first day of school. A back-to-school period that's gonna go boom, woosh, splash!
May 11th, it's going to be a crazy first day of school. A back-to-school period that's gonna go boom, woosh, splash!
"It's gonna go boom-boom-boom again!"
Let's take care of ourselves. Agnès Bailly, psychoanalyst, continues to enlighten us on the anxieties that may affect our children at this time and how to respond appropriately.
Let's take care of ourselves. Agnès Bailly, psychoanalyst, continues to enlighten us on the anxieties that may affect our children at this time and how to respond appropriately.
" Until further notice "?
New article by Agnès Bailly, psychologist psychoanalyst
New article by Agnès Bailly, psychologist psychoanalyst
Listening to children in the time of COVID-19
Always concerned about the well-being of our children, I thought I would give you a few keys to help your ...
Always concerned about the well-being of our children, I thought I would give you a few keys to help your ...
Lovely meeting with a pragmatic young man
Lovely meeting with a pragmatic young man of 4 years old--three-quarters
Lovely meeting with a pragmatic young man of 4 years old--three-quarters
Happy New Year !
New year means new resolutions.
Naturally, the idea of eating less chocolate...
New year means new resolutions.
Naturally, the idea of eating less chocolate...
A New Mini Collection for Santa Claus
Dear Santa Claus,How have you been doing since last year? Are all the little elves all right ? I guess it's the frenzy at the North Pole!
Dear Santa Claus,How have you been doing since last year? Are all the little elves all right ? I guess it's the frenzy at the North Pole!
The incredible adventure of the French schoolbag
We love the schoolbag. It is almost part of our heritage. French children go to school with their first schoolbag, it's an initiation ritual, a tradition, a must have!
We love the schoolbag. It is almost part of our heritage. French children go to school with their first schoolbag, it's an initiation ritual, a tradition, a must have!
Meeting Rafaela Garcia
Behind Caramel & cie there is Rafaela Garcia, the brand’s designer, director and artist. We could tell you that she has long, black and curly hair, a sharp eye and a singing accent that she has from Venezuela.
Behind Caramel & cie there is Rafaela Garcia, the brand’s designer, director and artist. We could tell you that she has long, black and curly hair, a sharp eye and a singing accent that she has from Venezuela.
Each one has its format !
To prepare for the new school year, one of your main tasks as a superparent is to find the perfect schoolbag for your child. Well, we say "schoolbag", but we could just as easily say "backpack" because, in between,...
To prepare for the new school year, one of your main tasks as a superparent is to find the perfect schoolbag for your child. Well, we say "schoolbag", but we could just as easily say "backpack" because, in between,...
5 Tips to choose the right schoolbag for your child
It is not always easy to choose the perfect schoolbag for your child: you must please your dearest...
It is not always easy to choose the perfect schoolbag for your child: you must please your dearest...
Caramel et cie. x Minireyve
Caramel & Cie X Minireyve was born from the meeting between two artistic mothers, lovers of beautiful things.
Caramel & Cie X Minireyve was born from the meeting between two artistic mothers, lovers of beautiful things.
New Belle Rentrée collection for 2019
For the past 5 years, Caramel & Cie has been working to make the new school year the beginning of a wonderful adventure.
For the past 5 years, Caramel & Cie has been working to make the new school year the beginning of a wonderful adventure.
Caramel & Cie x Les Gambettes
When the happy Caramel et Cie schoolbags meet the colorful furniture of the Gambettes, it is the instant crush and a pretty collab' for this back-to-school season.
When the happy Caramel et Cie schoolbags meet the colorful furniture of the Gambettes, it is the instant crush and a pretty collab' for this back-to-school season.