"Behind the Brand" is our column where you get exclusive behind-the-scenes access to our partner brands and learn more about the people that make our products. Today, we meet Miguel, brand manager at Gladz.
What is the story behind Gladz? When did it start and what was the inspiration behind it?
Having worked with *noisy* brands before, GLADZ was naturally born out of a necessity of having clean design shoes around me, shoes that were easy on the eyes and that could be appreciated by their own simplicity and pureness of design.
"Behind the Brand" is our column where you get exclusive behind-the-scenes access to our partner brands and learn more about the people that make our products. Today, we meet Miguel, brand manager at Gladz.
What is the story behind Gladz? When did it start and what was the inspiration behind it?
Having worked with *noisy* brands before, GLADZ was naturally born out of a necessity of having clean design shoes around me, shoes that were easy on the eyes and that could be appreciated by their own simplicity and pureness of design.
What are the values that drive the brand?
GLADZ is a feminine-feminist brand. We're deeply inspired by historical feminist movements and what they still represent nowadays. With client-satisfaction in mind, we strive for perfection in every single style: from comfort to quality we ensure the client has the best possible experience with our shoes.
What are the values that drive the brand?
GLADZ is a feminine-feminist brand. We're deeply inspired by historical feminist movements and what they still represent nowadays. With client-satisfaction in mind, we strive for perfection in every single style: from comfort to quality we ensure the client has the best possible experience with our shoes.
Which image do you personally feel really represents what Gladz is all about?
Simone de Beauvoir's thoughts were our main inspiration while developing the brand and its capsule collections. Everyday she inspires us to be and do better!
Which image do you personally feel really represents what Gladz is all about?
Simone de Beauvoir's thoughts were our main inspiration while developing the brand and its capsule collections. Everyday she inspires us to be and do better!
What are the distinctive features of the brand’s products?
Truly based on the "less is more" concept, we present minimalist styles, aiming for excellence in the details, with a design signature that is clearly recognizable.
How does the creative process for the products carry out?
Dreams become shoes and shoes become dreams!
What are the distinctive features of the brand’s products?
Truly based on the "less is more" concept, we present minimalist styles, aiming for excellence in the details, with a design signature that is clearly recognizable.
How does the creative process for the products carry out?
Dreams become shoes and shoes become dreams!
Editorial (c) Portuguese Soul
Personally, what is your day like working at Gladz?
It's a 24/7 experience that I'm grateful to be part of!
I know one shouldn’t pick favorites but… what is your personal favorite piece from your current collection?
That's easy: Pure White Opposite Boots
How has The Feeting Room played into the brand's growth?
We've been on the TFR family since day 1 - they have managed to open many doors on international markets and helped carrying out the brand name and reputation with every single sale.
Personally, what is your day like working at Gladz?
It's a 24/7 experience that I'm grateful to be part of!
I know one shouldn’t pick favorites but… what is your personal favorite piece from your current collection?
That's easy: Pure White Opposite Boots
Editorial (c) Portuguese Soul
How has The Feeting Room played into the brand's growth?
We've been on the TFR family since day 1 - they have managed to open many doors on international markets and helped carrying out the brand name and reputation with every single sale.
