French Sole Information

The Original French Sole by Jane Winkworth enjoys the iconic status of being the world's original number one leading purveyor of the most beautiful designer classic ballet flats and luxurious, fashionable flat footwear. Founded in 1989 in London, French Sole is now a famous and much-loved brand name associated with some of the most famous women in the world. Jane Winkworth, the founder and principle designer, is known as "The Queen of Ballet Flats" and has been described by Vogue Magazine as being solely responsible for turning the humble ballet pump into a true fashion classic. The brand encompasses elegance, style and quality – characteristics all proven by French Sole’s loyal following. French Sole attracts extensive press coverage, supported also by a comprehensive list of A-list celebrity and Royal fans, many of whom have been customers for years. Some of these celebrity followers include The Duchess of Cambridge, Pippa Middleton, Kate Moss, Rosie Fortescue, Poppy Delevingne and many more. If you wish to join the French Sole family, whether it is a job opportunity, wholesale enquiry or franchisee application, feel free to contact us by visiting our website.