TAFANELLI
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Last updated: August 8, 2026
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TAFANELLI
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August 8, 2026
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TAFANELLI
General Presentation
TAFANELLI is a French unisex clothing brand, born between France and the Mediterranean, deeply rooted in Corsican heritage. Founded by Matthieu Tafanelli, the brand offers a wardrobe inspired by the sea, the maquis, and Corsican landscapes. TAFANELLI designs timeless clothing, made in France in limited editions, with a particular focus on quality, durability, and precision in craftsmanship. Each piece aims to embody a simple and authentic vision of clothing, guided by nature and the spirit of the Mediterranean shores. The official website of the brand is www.tafanelli.fr (source: Brand Page, https://tafanelli.fr/pages/la-marque).
History and Origins
- Foundation: TAFANELLI was founded at the beginning of the global pandemic, in a context of uncertainty. The brand starts with the manufacture of raincoats and support for caregivers through the solidarity initiative #ProtectYourCaregiver (source: History Page, https://tafanelli.fr/pages/histoire).
- Family Origins: The brand's story is rooted in Corsica, between the villages of Petreto-Bicchisano and Montemaggiore, places linked to the founder's family and the memory of his mother.
- Training and Recognition: The founder, trained at the French Institute of Fashion and having worked for LVMH, develops a demanding approach to clothing. His work is recognized with the AMI Paris award and acknowledgment from the Ministry of Culture.
- Evolution: Since its beginnings, TAFANELLI has built a sustainable wardrobe inspired by the Mediterranean, relying on French craftsmanship and demanding production.
Products and Services
TAFANELLI offers a complete wardrobe, composed of clothing and accessories produced in limited editions. The pieces are designed to last and withstand the years, with particular attention to the quality of materials, construction, and aesthetics.
Jackets
Roccapina Jacket - Oiled
- Price: €575
- Description: Technical jacket inspired by marine workwear, handmade in France. Oiled fabric, water-repellent, straight cut, marine brass details, limited and numbered series. High-density breathable lining, reinforced seams, hand-polished buttons.
- Care: Clean with a microfiber cloth, avoid solvents and abrasive agents, air dry, do not machine wash (source: product page, https://tafanelli.fr/products/products-veste-huilee-homme-made-in-france-roccapina).
Ulysse Blue of China
- Price: €525
- Description: Dense navy jacket, made from 470 GSM French Terry. Limited edition of 55 pieces. Dense and durable construction, precise cut, stable material designed to last. Anchor piece of the 2026 collection (source: blog, https://tafanelli.fr/blogs/avant-premieres-tafanelli/le-bleu-de-chine-tafanelli).
Hoodies and Sweatshirts
Corsica 704 Hoodie - Dark Navy
- Price: €160
- Description: Thick hoodie, loose fit, dropped shoulders. 100% brushed cotton fleece, 500 g/m², kangaroo pocket, no drawstring. Pre-shrunk to maintain its shape. Made in France, limited edition (source: product page, https://tafanelli.fr/products/le-hoodie-corsica-navy-704-tafanelli).
Corsica Hoodie - Dark Navy
- Price: €160
- Description: Identical to model 704, loose fit, dropped shoulders, 500 g/m² fleece, kangaroo pocket, no drawstring, pre-shrunk, made in France (source: product page, https://tafanelli.fr/products/hoodie-corsica-dark-navy).
Le Calypso, Le Sportmer, Le Plongeur Sweatshirts
- Price: €80 to €160
- Description: Cotton sweatshirts, straight or loose fit depending on the model, clean design inspired by the Mediterranean, limited editions. Some models feature maritime symbols or references to Corsican culture (source: collections, https://tafanelli.fr/collections/sweatshirts).
T-shirts
- Corsica T-shirts, Le Méditerranée Club, L'Amicale Piou-Piou, Le Maquis, Le Voilier, Les Dauphins, etc.
- Price: €80
- Description: Cotton t-shirts, high weight (up to 240 GSM for some models), medium fit or straight cut, graphic design inspired by Corsica and the Mediterranean. Limited editions, some models made in Japan (source: collections, https://tafanelli.fr/collections/t-shirts).
Caps and Accessories
La TAFA Marine Cap
- Price: €65
- Description: Cap inspired by the marine universe, careful embroidery, limited edition (source: product page, https://tafanelli.fr/products/la-tafa-marine-cap).
La Fifty Cap
- Price: €75
- Description: Limited edition cap, clean design, strong visual identity (source: product page, https://tafanelli.fr/products/la-fifty-cap).
Club Sirène Bandana
- Price: €55
- Description: Simple and functional bandana, inspired by the Mediterranean, limited edition (source: blog, https://tafanelli.fr/blogs/avant-premieres-tafanelli/bandana-tafanelli).
Archives and Limited Editions
- TAFANELLI regularly offers limited edition pieces, numbered, often associated with collaborations or cultural events (source: archives, https://tafanelli.fr/collections/archives-tafanelli).
Additional Services
- Free delivery in France (Chronopost or Chrono Relais)
- Free exchanges in metropolitan France and the European Union
- International delivery with tracking
- Payment in 3 or 4 installments without fees (Alma or Paypal)
- Detailed size guide available online
- Specific care instructions for each piece (source: product pages and site footer).
Value Proposition
- French production: All pieces are made in France, in workshops selected for their expertise.
- Limited editions: Each garment is produced in small quantities, often numbered, ensuring exclusivity and rarity.
- Quality and durability: Solid materials, technical construction, demanding finishes. The garments are designed to last and withstand the years.
- Timeless design: Clean silhouettes, inspired by the Mediterranean, far from ephemeral trends.
- Corsican heritage: The brand's identity is rooted in Corsican culture, memory, and landscapes.
- Ethical commitment: Support for caregivers, choice of responsible materials, reasoned production (source: Manifestu, Brand Page, History pages).
Target Audience
TAFANELLI addresses a varied clientele, sensitive to authenticity, quality, and the history of the items they wear.
- Premium Corsican heritage enthusiasts: Customers seeking numbered pieces, handcrafted in France, willing to invest in durability and exclusivity.
- Sustainable and functional fashion lovers: Buyers attentive to provenance, material strength, and design simplicity.
- Engaged slow fashion consumers: Profiles concerned with ethics, valuing made in France, limited production, and environmental impact.
- Collectors of limited editions: Customers passionate about rare, numbered pieces with strong visual identity.
- Contemporary Mediterranean travelers: Men and women attached to landscapes, travel memories, seeking meaningful clothing.
- Urban creatives: Professionals sensitive to design, history, and quality of craftsmanship.
- Sea lovers: Active customers attracted to the maritime universe, resilience, and functionality of clothing.
- Mediterranean aesthetes, nostalgic, lovers of iconic logos, loyal collectors, Riviera insiders, guardians of taste, discreet Corsicans, initiated: Various profiles valuing history, identity, transmission, and memory through clothing (source: brand identity).
Market and Positioning
- Sector: Premium fashion, unisex clothing, slow fashion, made in France.
- Positioning: High-end, exclusivity, authenticity, Corsican and Mediterranean cultural anchoring.
- Geographical Area: France, Corsica, Mediterranean, international opening via e-commerce and retailers.
- Distribution: Online sales at www.tafanelli.fr, selected retail points in Corsica (Calvi, Cateri, Saint-Florent, Ajaccio, Sartène, Porto-Vecchio, Bonifacio), in Var (Ramatuelle, Saint-Tropez), occasional collaborations (source: Manifestu, History, Retailers pages).
Distribution Network and Retailers
Corsica:
- Calvi: Chez Tao, Le Bout du Monde, U Nichjaretu
- Cateri: Hôtel U San Dume | Chez Léon
- Saint-Florent: Momento
- Ajaccio: Sempre Capo di Feno
- Sartène: Domaine de Murtoli
- Porto-Vecchio: Grand Hôtel Cala Rossa
- Bonifacio: Mon Bijou
Var:
- Ramatuelle: La Pomme de Pin
- Saint-Tropez: Sportmer
Some addresses are seasonal collaborations (source: Manifestu page, https://tafanelli.fr/pages/manifestu).
Communication and Brand Universe
- Tone: Poetic, narrative, inspired by the spirit of postcards and travel memories.
- Values: Transmission, memory, authenticity, simplicity, Mediterranean culture.
- Artistic Direction: References to the sea, maquis, mountains, craftsmanship, and Corsican history.
- Media: Blog
Catalog of TAFANELLI
57 product(s) / service(s)
Mermaid Club Cap - TAFANELLI
Cotton dyed cap, crafted to achieve a soft, slightly faded hue, as if marked by time and light. The construction remains flexible, natural, with an unstructured silhouette that falls just right, without rigidity. At the front, two mermaids face each other. A symmetrical, almost totemic pattern that frames the central “T”. A precise composition, conceived as a sign. Between balance and tension. The contrast between the cream body and the deep green visor anchors the piece in a Mediterranean, mineral, and sunny universe. A cap conceived as a symbol. To be worn, without explanation.
€55 per piece
Tafanelli Shark Cap - Limited Edition
Dyed cotton cap, crafted to achieve a slightly weathered look, as if marked by the sun and salt. The construction remains soft, natural, with an unstructured silhouette that falls just right, without rigidity. At the front, the shark stands out. An instinctive, almost raw design that crosses the Tafanelli lettering like a direct sign. A piece that catches the eye without overdoing it. The contrast between the cream body, dark visor, and yellow piping structures the whole with precision. Designed for long days, between port, sea, and heat.
€65 per piece
TAFANELLI THE DIVER - White T-shirt - X-SMALL
The TAFANELLI t-shirt pays tribute to Corsican maritime heritage, featuring a unique screen print on the back depicting a diver, with the mention "TAFANELLI SWIMS IN THE PONCHE". This model is made in France from 100% premium organic cotton, weighing 280 g/m², offering a thick and durable jersey. The t-shirt is white, with careful finishes, including a reinforced ribbed collar for better fit. The screen print, made in France, is visible on both the back and the front, where the TAFANELLI logo is subtly printed on the chest. Pre-washed before production, this t-shirt ensures stability over time while maintaining a neat appearance. The cotton used comes from Portugal, and the inner label is also screen printed TAFANELLI, highlighting the quality and authenticity of the product. This garment is a perfect tribute to the tradition of diving in Corsica, combining style and respect for the environment.
€85 per piece
THE CORSICA HOODIE - HEATHER GRAY - SMALL
Heather gray Corsica hoodie TAFANELLI. Premium comfort, thick cotton, modern silhouette. Inspired by the Mediterranean and designed to last.
€160 per piece
THE SIREN CLUB SCARF
A square. A pattern. A gesture. The Siren Club scarf takes up the symbol. Two sirens, face to face, drawn like a sign. Designed to be worn freely. Around the neck, on the head, tied at the wrist or attached to a bag. The fabric accompanies the movement. The pattern remains. A simple piece. Precise.
€65 per piece
The TAFA Marine Cap - 5 Panel Cap - Cream White Cotton
Thought out in Corsica and designed to be worn everywhere, the Marine Cap from TAFANELLI is a cap that evokes the free spirit of Corto Maltese and The Ballad of the Salty Sea. With its 5-panel silhouette, it is made from soft and durable cotton, offering optimal comfort. Its cream white color, paired with a navy visor, recalls the sails stretching towards the horizon and the coastal villages. On the front, the TAFA embroidery, representing a symbolic face with a gaze turned towards the sea, embodies freedom and adventure. At the back, the name TAFANELLI is also embroidered, adding a touch of authenticity. This cap is not only an essential fashion accessory for summer, but it is also designed to last, true to both land and sea, for those who follow their own course, even when the waters become tumultuous.
€65 per piece