House of Goyard (French, founded 1792)

Founded in 1792, Goyard is the oldest of Parisian trunk-makers whose house is still open. Its business is transmitted until today under the successive names of Martin, Morel and Goyard. François GOYARD (1828-1890), the founder, introduced the family into the profession of layetier, boxer, packer by buying the house Morel, successor of the house Martin, supplier of His Royal Highness the Duchess of Berry. Edmond GOYARD (1860-1937) develops the brand from 1885 to 1937. Robert GOYARD (1893-1979), the man of the world, embodies the brand during post-war growth. François GOYARD (1918-2005) will contribute to the development of the company with his daughter Isabelle GOYARD (1959-). Jean-Michel SIGNOLES will continue to increase the reputation of the house internationally when it is re-launched in 1998. The current company is named after Goyard St Honoré.