SMCP embodies the story of a Group built through the power of passion and entrepreneurship

Two visionary sisters, Evelyne Chetrite and Judith Milgrom, shared one ambition: to reinvent fashion and elevate women’s everyday lives.
With Sandro and Maje, they offered collections that were both modern and high-quality, capturing the spirit of the times. Their creations quickly won over hearts and became must-haves for many women.

Sandro expanded into menswear under the artistic direction of Ilan Chetrite, bringing a bold, contemporary vision. Claudie Pierlot entrusted her eponymous brand to the two sisters, and its Parisian spirit continues to inspire the collections.
A few years later, the SMCP Group was founded and acquired Fursac to strengthen its presence in the menswear segment.

At the heart of the Paris studios, the founders and their creative teams design unique pieces with precision and emotion, each season telling a distinctive story.

Chapitre 1

Chapter 1

The Beginning

1980 to 1990

1984

Creation of Sandro

Evelyne founded Sandro, driven by a deep desire to offer subtle, bold, and contemporary fashion.

It would take twenty years before the first store opened in the heart of Le Marais, on Rue Vieille du Temple, a now-iconic address.

From her earliest collections, her singular vision of femininity stood out. She explored her favorite theme: the balance between masculine and feminine. Her fluid, sophisticated aesthetic whispered a resolutely Parisian style to women.

 

“The elegance of how you dress must mirror the elegance of who you are.” – Evelyne Chetrite

Sandro, the free urban girl

Evelyne envisioned a wardrobe for an urban woman with a confident, effortless style.

A silhouette that embraces discretion to stand out even more, driven by a natural, almost instinctive elegance.

1984

Creation of Claudie Pierlot

In the 1980s, Claudie Pierlot didn’t relate to fashion that felt overly sophisticated or theatrical.

She imagined a wardrobe in her own image: elegant without ostentation, comfortable without compromise, created for women like herself.

Drawing on bourgeois codes with a touch of irreverence, she crafted a Parisian silhouette that was free and natural, enhancing rather than transforming.Fashion that truly speaks to women — especially those who embrace both style and ease.

 

“I don’t sketch or sew. My fashion comes from observation.” – Claudie Pierlot

The iconic Parisian brand

When Claudie launched her eponymous brand, mixing genres and breaking codes in womenswear was far from the norm.

With simplicity, she declared she created clothes “for everyday life,” to accompany women from morning to night.

While her goal was to offer a daily wardrobe, it was always infused with her creative flair. Her bold art of mixing luxury pieces with more accessible ones quickly became her signature.

1998

Creation of Maje

From a young age, Judith knew she wanted to dress women and build her own stylistic language.

In 1998, she founded Maje with a clear goal: to support women through their vibrant, multifaceted daily lives.
She drew inspiration from her memories, especially of the family workshop, to create a brand that felt both personal and universal.

For Judith, fashion is organic, like the wind, the sun, or the sea… It cannot be controlled. It must be lived.

 

“Taking care of yourself is the first step to taking care of others.” – Judith Milgrom

Maje, a brand rooted here, inspired by everywhere

Silk in winter, lace, color, and deliberately not too much black — Judith sought to bring a sense of dreaminess to urban life.

She made contrast and surprise a central element of her identity, targeting independent women who know what they like.

Judith champions respect and a natural sense of elegance. A brand that celebrates its Parisian roots while honoring Judith’s distant heritage.

Chapitre 2

Chapter 2

The growth of our brands in France

2000 to 2010

Before the 2000s, Evelyne and Judith’s designs were mainly sold through multi-brand retailers.
But just a few years after launching their houses, they made the strategic decision to open their own stores in central Paris.
These openings marked a turning point — the true beginning of their brands’ development in the French market.

2002

First Maje store on Rue du Four, Paris

2004

First Sandro store on Rue Vieille du Temple, Le Marais

2007

Ilan Chetrite brings Sandro into menswear

Ilan Chetrite, Evelyne’s son, chose to continue the family story by launching Sandro for men.

Today, he carries on the creative legacy while infusing each collection with his personal vision.
Sharp tailoring, reworked vintage pieces, and distinctive silhouettes — each season, he shapes a custom wardrobe that reflects a refined, modern, and sophisticated look.

2008

Opening of the 100th point of sale in France

In 2008, Sandro and Maje reached a key milestone: the opening of their 100th store in France.
With the adoption of a directly operated retail model, both brands took full control over their image, distribution, and commercial strategy.
This model also enabled them to offer customers a consistent, personalized experience across their entire store network.

2009

Acquisition of Claudie Pierlot

In 2009, Claudie Pierlot joined what would become the following year the SMCP Group, uniting Sandro, Maje, and Claudie Pierlot.
The brand was entrusted to sisters Evelyne and Judith after Claudie Pierlot, its founder, passed away at 61.
Her legacy lives on in the Group through a brand with a true soul, created by an extraordinary woman.

Chapitre 3

Chapter 3

Spreading Parisian chic around the world

2010 to 2020

2010

Creation of the SMCP Group

The family story became a Group, yet retained its entrepreneurial and passionate spirit.
Its mission: to spread Parisian chic around the world.

2011

Launch of the brands’ e-commerce sites

2011

Opening of the first store in United States

2012

Opening of the first store in Hong Kong

2015

The Group opens its 1,000th store worldwide

2017

SMCP’s IPO on Euronext Paris' regulated market

A new milestone for the Group, marking its listing on the Paris Stock Exchange.

2018

The Group surpasses €1 billion in sales

2019

Acquisition of Fursac

The Group strengthens its position in menswear with the acquisition of Fursac, a modern tailoring brand that blends formalwear with casual style.

Chapitre 4

Chapitre 4

Global, sustainable & phygital brands

Since 2020

2021

Launch of the first second-hand service at Sandro and rental services at Maje

Today, the SMCP brands offer second-hand, rental, and repair services, making their commitment to circular fashion a reality.

2022

Expansion into Turkey and Egypt

2022

Fursac debuts at Paris Fashion Week

2022

Sandro opens its flagship store on the Champs-Élysées

2023

SMCP’s carbon reduction goals validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and launch of a global Diversity & Inclusion strategy

2023

Direct takeover of the Australian and New Zealand markets, and opening of a new market in India

SMCP continues the international expansion of its business, notably with the acquisition of its partner in Australia and New Zealand, and lays the foundation for new growth with the signing of a partnership in India.

2024

Opening of our first stores in Indonesia and the Philippines