French Women-Founded Brands to Know in Singapore

International Women’s Day is a perfect moment to celebrate the women who bring French creativity to life across the world. From gastronomy and design to wine culture and lifestyle concepts, a new generation of female entrepreneurs is shaping the French presence in Singapore, blending craftsmanship, elegance and that unmistakable French art de vivre.

Behind these brands are women who have transformed passion into ventures that feel both authentic and contemporary. Here are a few French women-founded brands in Singapore to know, where creativity, entrepreneurship and French style come together.

At the intersection of fashion, sustainability and smart shopping, OnTheList has become a cult name among Singapore’s fashion insiders. Founded by French entrepreneur Delphine Lefay alongside her partner Diego Dultzin Lacoste, the members-only platform offers exclusive flash sales from luxury and lifestyle brands.

What began in Hong Kong in 2016 quickly expanded across Asia, including Singapore, introducing a new way to shop luxury,  one that combines exclusivity, sustainability and a strong sense of community.

In true French fashion, it’s all about discovering beautiful pieces before everyone else does.

If the scent of warm croissants drifting through the morning air feels like Paris, you can thank Laura Dagoneau-Landry, founder of Le Petit Croissant. The French entrepreneur launched the concept in 2017 to bring authentic French breakfast pastries to offices and homes across Asia.

Now established in Singapore, the bakery is known for its buttery croissants, artisanal sandwiches and early-morning deliveries — a small but essential ritual of French everyday life.

Behind Atelier Reiwa is Sophie Personeni, a French creative entrepreneur and certified teacher of the Sogetsu school of Ikebana, the modern Japanese art of floral arrangement. After moving to Tokyo in 2011, she discovered Ikebana and later became a Sogetsu instructor in 2016.

Through workshops and floral creations, Sophie shares this poetic approach to flowers, where French elegance meets Japanese minimalism, turning floral design into a true form of artistic expression.

Tucked away in the charming neighbourhood of Joo Chiat, Bastille Bakery celebrates traditional French baking with a contemporary neighbourhood spirit. Wanlyn Tiberghien, entrepreneur and CEO, co-founded the bakery as operating partner, bringing structure, vision and a shared commitment to quality.

Together, the team runs Bastille with a clear philosophy: everything is baked onsite in an open kitchen, following classic French techniques, no shortcuts, no compromises. Bastille isn’t about trends, but about timeless French baking done right, where a simple croissant or loaf of bread becomes a small everyday luxury.

Behind One B Wine is Natacha Voland, a French wine entrepreneur born in Beaune, Burgundy, where she grew up in a family deeply rooted in the wine world. Surrounded from an early age by renowned producers and guided by her grandfather, who taught her how to taste wine in local cellars, she developed a natural sensitivity to terroir and craftsmanship.

Through One B Wine, Natacha brings this heritage to Singapore, curating wines that reflect authenticity, character and the spirit of Burgundy. Her approach celebrates wine as the French do best, a moment of discovery, conversation and shared pleasure.

Behind Caro Pâtisserie is Caroline Titzck, a French pastry chef who founded the brand in 2020 as a home-baking business driven by her passion for authentic French pâtisserie. What began as a small venture quickly gained popularity among the French community and local dessert lovers in Singapore.

Today, with two locations in Serangoon and Joo Chiat, Caroline continues to share her vision of quality, fresh and authentic pastries designed to be both indulgent and light, perfectly suited to Singapore’s tropical climate.

Géraldine Bablot, founder of People of Wine, is driven by a simple philosophy: wine is ultimately about the people behind it. Through tastings, curated selections and events, she connects wine lovers in Singapore with passionate producers and distinctive terroirs.

Her approach celebrates the human stories that make each bottle unique.

Behind Chez Suzette in Singapore is Suzette Simon, a French entrepreneur who created the restaurant to share her vision of warm, contemporary French dining in the city. Located in Tanjong Pagar, the restaurant blends classic French culinary influences with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Here, modern French bistronomy meets convivial hospitality, where elegant dishes and seasonal ingredients are meant to be enjoyed around the table.

French elegance is not only rooted in heritage houses, it is also being reinvented every day by women building their own ventures abroad.

If you’re looking for a little dose of French creativity this month, March is the perfect moment to discover, or rediscover, these inspiring women-led brands across Singapore.