14 October 2026International edition
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14 October 2026
AI in Fashion
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Gardeur

Germany

Gardeur is a German trouser specialist based in Mönchengladbach, which says it has been in business since 1920. It makes trousers, jeans, skirts, knitwear and accessories for men and women.

Facts
In business since1920
Based inMönchengladbach, Germany
Core productTrousers
Premium labelG1920
Websitegardeur.com
Segment
Mid-market
Categories
WomenswearMenswear
Sales channels
WholesaleE-commerce

What is Gardeur?

Gardeur is a German maker of trousers, based in Mönchengladbach. On its website the company presents itself as more than 100 years old, with the slogan "Pants for Life", and puts a perfect fit at the centre of its offer.

Products and positioning

The range covers trousers, jeans, skirts, knitwear and accessories for men and women. A premium label, G1920, is positioned with more refined cuts and exclusive materials. The company lists quality, innovation, sustainability, fairness and responsibility as its core values and says it has operated its own manufacturing in Tunisia for more than 50 years.

  • Trousers and jeans for men and women
  • Skirts, knitwear and accessories
  • G1920, the premium label with exclusive materials

History

Gardeur became insolvent in 2017. After lengthy negotiations, the Dutch family-run Duijndam Group, active in textiles and real estate, took over the company, with the takeover taking effect on 1 December 2017. The investor said it aimed to secure the brand's ability to deliver to its customers.

Why it matters

Gardeur is a long-established German bottoms specialist that continued under new family ownership after its insolvency.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Gardeur from?

Gardeur is a German trouser brand based in Mönchengladbach.

What does Gardeur sell?

Gardeur sells trousers, jeans, skirts, knitwear and accessories for men and women.

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