Brand success story

The brand belongs to the French Mulliez Group, whose subsidiaries include Orsay, Auchan, Decathlon and Leroy-Merlin. The group is still owned by the French Mulliez family. In 1971, the brand was founded by three textile specialists who were enthusiastic about the then emerging trend of women’s trousers. They wanted to expand the trend further. Their designs of women’s pants were considered innovative even to the point of revolutionary. When the brand’s first store opened in 1972 in Lille, France, the response from customers was accordingly overwhelming. By 1982, Pimkie managed to expand and grow as a brand very successfuly, opening hundreds of stores in France. From 1988, Pimkie also managed to conquer the European market and opened numerous stores in Europe, as well as in Germany. In 1990 the first Pimkie stores opened in Spain and in 1994 the first stores opened in Italy. In 2006, the brand also launched its online store, since then you can buy your favorite fashion from Pimkie online.

The logo of the brand

Pimkie’s logo is simple but effective: no bright colors or embellishments distract from the lettering, so the complete focus is on the brand name Pimkie.

Fashion from Pimkie: Elegant & Trendy

The range of the brand includes jackets, coats, sweaters, T-shirts, jeans, pants, dresses, skirts, lingerie, shoes and accessories. The fashion of Pimkie is very trendy and fashionable and especially aimed at young women who are looking for fashion that is stylish, but still not too expensive. At Pimkie you can always find the latest trends, but also basics that just always go like leather jackets, trench coats, but also simple basic T-shirts, sweaters and cute cardigans. From playful frilly and flowery dresses, T-shirts with prints and leggings with flared legs, here is really just the right thing for every taste!

Winter Must-Have: Fluffy Jackets

Perfect for the cold days: fluffy jackets made of teddy fur, which keep you nice and warm and also look great! Pimkie fluffy jackets in different styles and colors such as beige, brown and gray. In addition to teddy jackets, Pimkie also has great fashion basics that everyone should have in the closet, such as leather jackets, denim jackets and blazers in their jacket range.

Elegant and timeless: coats from Pimkie

Especially popular at Pimkie are the beautiful coats of the brand. No wonder the coats range includes not only trendy teddy coats, but also timeless, classic coats made of wool and trench coats. At Pimkie you will find the right coat for every season and every style.

Boots and ankle boots: various styles

You are looking for great boots or ankle boots? Then Pimkie is the right place for you! The brand offers stylish boots with and classic elegant ankle boots made of velvet. Perfectly combined with a leather skirt and tights or casually with jeans, with boots from Pimkie your outfit is guaranteed to be an eye-catcher!

Even more great fashion brands to discover!

Are you excited about fashion brands and designers like Pimkie and want to get to know more brands? Then check out our fashion brand guide here and get to know the top fashion brands in the world.

Fashion brands from A-Z

Which brands are hot right now? What is the most popular fashion brand? Which brands are there for women, which for men? Dior, Gucci, Givenchy, Hermès, Prada, Chanel & Co are brands known to almost everyone. But what is actually behind them? These and many other brands have changed the history of fashion. Here you can find out which brands are among the top fashion brands in the world. Sorted by A to Z, you can pick out exactly your favorite brands or maybe get to know a few new ones.

• Fashion brands from A-Z

Fashion brands with P

Prada, Puma and Philip Plein are some of the many fashion brands that start with P. With the mass of fashion brands that exist worldwide, it is easy to lose track of them. To give you a good overview of the brands, we have sorted them into a list according to the alphabet.

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Prada Shoes: Influencer IT Pieces from Italy

Whether it’s rough boots, elegant pumps or sporty urban sneakers – Prada knows how to inspire the fashion world. The shoes of the fashion house shine with unique design, recognition value and comfort. The Instagram feeds of influencers and celebrities shine more and more often m Pradamania look, and not without reason. Want to know what the label’s most popular shoe creations are? You are interested in how much money you have to invest for such dream shoes? This and much more will be revealed to you in the following paragraphs.

Fashion trends & styles? You can now find them on our Pinterest page! On Pinterest we present you the coolest trends from the fashion world. Dresses, shoes, bags and much more. Take a look at our pinboard for Prada shoes!

Linea Rossa sneakers: urban style in black, white and red

Prada’s autumn/winter 2020 collection reflects an urban, dynamic and sporty lifestyle. This can also be seen in the shoe collection. The sneakers inspire with 3D details and shine in a futuristic look. The Prada Collision 19 LR sneakers are crafted from fabric and feature three-dimensional rubber details. The Prada Linea Rossa logo acts as a signature element. A rubber sole with internal air cushion technology shows the innovative and creative thinking of the fashion house. A shoe which shines with its minimalist design, simplicity and comfort! The shoe collection ranges from hightop sneakers to classic trainers and sneakers with velcro straps:

• Prada Collision 19 LR Sneaker (€750)
• Prada Polarius 19 LR Sneaker (€820)
• Prada Polarius 19 LR High Top Sneakers (€850)

Linea Rossa Collection Campaign – Video

Shoes in the typical colour palette – red, black and white. Innovative materials, creative design and timeless charm are key to the success of this collection. See for yourself:

Prada Combat Boots: Pouchettes, leather and nylon combined

Combat boots made from brushed Monolith calfskin and nylon have secured a permanent place in the fashion world. The chunky platform sole paired with the lacing details give the boots an urban, military look. The small pockets made of nylon, also called pouchettes, act as a highlight and are fastened at the ankle with a strap. With 55mm high rubber outsole and Prada logo, these boots have made a name for themselves in the fashion world. Whether paired with a floral dress, military jumpsuit or pantsuit, these boots will make any look unique! The boots are offered in three variations:

• Monolith brushed calfskin and nylon boots (€1,500)
• Monolith brushed calfskin and nylon jumper boots (€1,300)
• Brushed monolith calfskin and nylon lace-up shoes (€1,100)

Fashion Show FW19: Combat boots with pockets on the runway – Video

The Fall / Winter Fashion Show 2019 opens with an outfit and these it-piece boots. The military look of the boots is a common thread throughout the collection. The combat boots complement several looks in the show in different styles. See for yourself:

Prada logo spiked heel slingback pumps

Prada can do more than just urban and sporty – elegance is at least as important. Crafted from brushed leather, these slingback pumps shine in a powder-pink and black colorway for a sophisticated, modern and elegant look. The shoe’s timeless design is accentuated with the Triangolo logo and stiletto heel. The elegant kitten heel measures a height of 55 mm. So this can work as an all-rounder in everyday wear, but can also enhance any party outfit. 750 € for a classic that will optimize any wardrobe!

Fashion Show FW20/21: Pumps, Pumps & Pumps – Video

At the Fall / Winter Runway Show 2020/21 Prada inspires with the use of pumps and high heels. The majority of the models wear elegant, modern yet urban pumps to match their outfits. See for yourself how the different pumps blend perfectly with the outfits, whether casual or elegant!

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Shoes, handbags, fashion shows of the luxury brand – more about the world of Prada:

Prada: The brand

Prada – a simple company, which in the beginning produced noble leather goods such as suitcases, handbags and gloves, to worldwide Italian luxury brand, which always convinces with exclusive collections and products. The designer Miuccia Prada presents the most elegant and creative collections without losing her signature and committing to a style.

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Prada nylon

Prada Nylon – Whether the weekly supermarket shopping, the way to work or the elegant birthday party in the evening – Prada has bags for every occasion in its assortment. From simple shoulder bag classics to colourful shoulder bags with metal details to practical tote bags – Prada bags can be perfectly integrated into everyday life, but also used as an eye-catcher of an outfit. Wondering what price range Prada bags are in? Are you interested in the design codes of Prada bags? All this and much more will be revealed to you in the following overview!

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Prada Videos

Prada Videos – Not only unique, creative and elegant collections, but also the high quality fashion distinguish the luxury brand Parda as an exclusive label. The collections of the brand convince with extraordinary designs and distinctive looks. Take a look at the latest Prada collections and get an exclusive insight into the preparations for the fashion shows.

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Alternatives: Brands like … Prada

After learning all about Prada, you want to know more about the other big fashion houses? Chanel, Fendi, Dior – behind them all lies a decade of success. Curious about the stories behind the names? Here is a selection of the most popular fashion houses for you:

• Chanel
• Dior
• Fendi
• Versace
• Yves Saint Laurent

Here you will find our lists, with the top brands:

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Ladies: Sneakers, Ballerinas, Pumps & Co.

Are you looking for cool sneakers that also decorate your feet in the evening and don’t look too casual? Then the extravagant models from Kennel & Schmenger are just right for you! The perfect version of casual elegance! Your plain go-to models have slowly but surely run out of steam and you want to stock up your wardrobe with some modern kicks. Versions with colourful stones and cool details are all the rage right now, and there’s plenty to choose from!

You can never go wrong with white sneakers and they are super easy to combine! Whether with casual jeans or a playful floral dress, you can combine a simple white sneaker both during the day and in the evening. But now you can do without a boring model, because the absolute trend shoe is now a white sneaker with colorful stones and small details, such as animal print, or zippers. Especially the trendy metallic details catch the eye and are real eye-catchers.

Kennel & Schmenger has great models right now and gives yesterday’s boring model a kick in the pants! The brand has a super modern design and focuses on current trends. High-quality leather materials and small details immediately conquer the hearts of young customers.

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Ballerinas and flats – summer trend!

The light summer shoe looks super nice worn and automatically gives your feet a feminine touch! Also this year there are again fancy models in cool colors. The ballerina is no longer the outdated and conventional shoe. Cool details, like silver buckles and open straps, as well as bows and stones spice up the models and should not be missing in your wardrobe.

Another cool alternative are loafers and loafers! Both in plain colors, as well as in animal print and neon colors, they are simply away an absolute must-have! Of course, the cool models are also available in the assortment of the German brand!

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Summer trend! There are some shoes that represent casualness, sun, beach and sea as well as a relaxed attitude to life like hardly anything else. Espadrilles are definitely one of them, which are experiencing a real fashion revival again this year and score points with a variety of facets. More about the summer look with espadrilles.

Pumps – chic on heels

High shoes are also provided, yet the flat sneaker models are the absolute favorites of the customers! Here we also find fancy models in gaudy tones, but also bright and simple shades. Trendy mules are stealing the show this summer from the classic cut versions. Combining these styles is not difficult and you can wear them with everything without compromising!

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Ankle boot – animal print and crystals

Not only in the autumn and winter months, the short booties are used! Especially in summer, the casual booties look great with the little summer dress and refine the outfit. Decorated with rivets and sparkling crystals, they are real eye-catchers and put the boring models absolutely and everywhere the show! Even the trendy animal print looks really great in the form of cool cowboy booties. With a minimal heel height, or 10 cm, you can choose freely and customize them to fit your lifestyle!

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Men

Models and materials

There is also a stylish option for the modern man! Whether the simple version in white, grey and black, or the more striking version with print and color. Kennel & Schmenger also uses high-quality materials here, such as smooth leather and suede. The perfect combination of classic shoe models and trendy colors and patterns is used here great and allows men to prove their skills in terms of combination!

Styles

White / Black

Especially classic colors like white and black are super timeless and can be combined with everything! The white models are a cool alternative to cute ballerinas and espadrilles, especially in summer. It’s a good thing that Kennel & Schmenger also has a few playful versions in its range. Whether with the latest animal prints or hip metallic details, the classic models will spice up any of your outfits! Silky bows or colourful stones adorn your favourite sneakers and are real eye-catchers on the grey streets of the city centre.

The dark models in black or navy blue are also extremely popular and are a successful change to the classic white model. Especially for evenings they are a comfortable alternative to high shoes.

Also as a color combination black and white models look really trendy! You can combine them with all outfits and are even not limited in the rest of your color choice, really practical or?

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All about: Kennel & Schmenger

Made in Germany: The story behind it!

Since 1918, the German label has been producing handmade footwear, mainly from leather and refining it with cool and eye-catching details. They create and produce timeless basics that are easy to combine, yet deliver a real eye-catcher! The head office is located in Pirmasens, in Rhineland-Palatinate. Especially the young and modern clientele of the company is into the hip shoe models, but also older people can wear the fancier models and complete their look with them. The unbeatable advantage of the German label, you have different occasions but only need one shoe! The cool, yet elegant shoe versions allow you to combine them both casually and chic and always be up to date on the road.

Even if you’re not quite familiar with creative combinations yet, there’s some inspiration on the blog and newsletter. The individual models are super high quality and perfect for every situation!

Baby and kids shoes

Kennel & Schmenger produces stylish models in current combinations for both women and men. So far, models for babies and children are not yet covered. But if you’re looking for a cool alternative for the little ones, why not put your handicraft skills to good use and knit them some cute shoes? Here you’ll find everything from instructions to size charts and everything else you need to know!

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Sale: Buy cheap and at a good price? K&S Outlet

Sales and discount campaigns take place regularly, both in the stores and in the online shop. In addition, there is a Kennel & Schmenger store in the Dutch outlet, where you can buy the goods at a much lower price and get great bargains!

Kennel & Schmenger Online Shop

Kennel & Schmenger products can be found in one of their stores or you can order them online. With fast and reliable delivery, you can order your favourites to your home at any time and even for free. Take a look at the website and find your dream shoe that suits every occasion!

Tips: The perfect shoe size

Size chart: Convert shoe size (EU, UK and USA)

Here you can find a size chart that is really handy and will make your life easier! Especially in international companies it is really helpful to know how to convert your shoe size, or what exactly your shoe size is!

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Too tight or too big – tips & tricks for comfortable shoes

Are you looking for comfortable shoes that are neither too tight nor too big, but don’t know exactly where to focus your attention? This article will really help you out and give you some real insider tips to never make a wrong size purchase again!