Kurt Geiger

Kurt Geiger is a London footwear and accessories company founded in 1963 by the Austrian designer Kurt Geiger. Steve Madden acquired it from Cinven in February 2025, according to Wikipedia.

What is Kurt Geiger?

Kurt Geiger is a British footwear and accessories company headquartered in Clerkenwell, London. It was founded in 1963 by Kurt Geiger, an Austrian fashion designer.

Ownership and leadership

Wikipedia reports that Steve Madden acquired the company from the private equity firm Cinven in February 2025. Neil Clifford has been chief executive since 2003; this has not been separately verified for 2026.

Brands and products

The company sells footwear and accessories under several labels: Kurt Geiger London, KG Kurt Geiger, Carvela and Mini Miss KG. Together they span the premium end of the high street through to the company's flagship line.

• Kurt Geiger London: flagship line
• KG Kurt Geiger: second line
• Carvela: fashion footwear label
• Mini Miss KG: children's line

Distribution

The company has about 70 stores worldwide and also trades through concessions in department stores including Harrods and Selfridges. This mix of own retail and department store presence is central to its business model.

Why it matters

Kurt Geiger is one of the largest British-based footwear brand groups, and its sale to Steve Madden brings together two significant names in fashion footwear and accessories. It is a useful case study in how multi-label shoe companies combine own stores with department store concessions.

Frequently asked questions

Who owns Kurt Geiger?

Steve Madden acquired Kurt Geiger from Cinven in February 2025, according to Wikipedia.

Where is Kurt Geiger from?

Kurt Geiger is a British company headquartered in Clerkenwell, London, and was founded in 1963 by the Austrian designer Kurt Geiger.

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