THE RHODIA ORANGE PAD
A DESIGN CLASSIC SINCE 1934
DESIGNED AND MADE IN FRANCE. TRUSTED WORLDWIDE.
The Rhodia Orange Pad
First introduced in September 1934, the Rhodia orange pad has become one of the most recognisable writing pads in the world.
Its distinctive design, exceptional paper and practical features have made it a favourite among writers, designers, students and professionals for generations.
Why Orange?
When the Rhodia pad was introduced in 1934, most notepads were covered in plain kraft paper or simple cardboard — if they had a cover at all. Rhodia’s bright orange cover immediately set it apart.
The coloured card cover helped protect the pages while making the pad easy to recognise on a busy desk.
Over time, the orange cover has become synonymous with Rhodia itself.
A Design That Stands the Test of Time
When the Rhodia pad was introduced in 1934, its distinctive orange cover and innovative design quickly set it apart.
Over nine decades later, the Rhodia philosophy remains unchanged: beautifully simple design paired with exceptional paper quality.
The result is a notepad that feels just as relevant today as it did when it first appeared more than ninety years ago.
Designed for the Joy of Writing
From the beginning, the Rhodia pad was created with one goal: to make writing feel effortless.
Made in France using our renowned vellum paper, each pad delivers a smooth writing experience that works beautifully with ballpoints, rollerballs and fountain pens alike.
Whether you’re capturing ideas, taking notes, planning your day or sketching on the go, the Rhodia pad is designed to keep up with wherever inspiration strikes.
Details that matter
The Rhodia pad set the standard for modern notepads.
Every detail has been carefully designed to create a writing experience that feels effortless and refined.
Signature features include:
- Coated card cover – water-resistant, flexible and scored to fold back neatly on itself
- Exceptionally smooth paper – 80 gsm vellum paper with a satin finish
- Sangrif® staples – a unique design that keeps the staples hidden from the back of the pad, helping protect surfaces and fabrics
- Stiff backing board – comfortable writing even when you’re away from a desk
- Micro-perforated pages – clean, easy page removal when you need it
- FSC and PEFC Certified paper – responsibly sourced for sustainable production
The Rhodia Pad Today
While the original orange pad remains the classic, we now offer our beloved notepads in a range of colours including black, white and contemporary shades.
Whichever colour you choose, every Rhodia pad is made with the same commitment to quality, craftsmanship and writing performance that began in Lyon in 1934.
The Black Pad
A refined take on a the original pad, featuring a sleek black cover with signature orange accents. Elegant and understated, it delivers the same smooth Rhodia paper and thoughtful design trusted worldwide.
The White Pad
Minimal, modern and effortlessly elegant. The crisp white cover highlights the purity of Rhodia design while delivering the same exceptionally smooth paper we are renowned for.