29 October 2026International edition
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29 October 2026
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Libertine-Libertine

Denmark

Libertine-Libertine is a Danish fashion brand founded in Copenhagen in 2009 by Pernille Schwarz, Peter Ovesen and Rasmus Bak. It designs men's and women's clothing, notably shirts, trousers and knitwear.

Facts
Founded2009
FoundersPernille Schwarz, Peter Ovesen, Rasmus Bak
BaseCopenhagen, Denmark
Key productsShirts, trousers, knitwear
Websitelibertine-libertine.com
Segment
Premium
Categories
MenswearWomenswear
Sales channels
WholesaleE-commerce

What is Libertine-Libertine?

Libertine-Libertine is a Copenhagen based fashion label designing clothing for men and women. Its founders describe it as a spirited and free floating brand that resists being pigeonholed, shaped by intuition and existentialist values and a focus on product quality.

History

The brand was founded in 2009 by Pernille Schwarz, who leads design, together with Peter Ovesen and Rasmus Bak. Womenswear has been part of the offer since its very first collection.

Products and positioning

Core categories are shirts, trousers and knitwear, including merino knits made in Italy. The label has also worked on collaborations with retailers, such as a denim shirt developed with Amsterdam store Tenue de Nîmes.

Distribution

Libertine-Libertine is sold through independent fashion stores such as Tenue de Nîmes in Amsterdam, where it has been one of the shop's most successful brands. Its founders have spoken of international ambitions, including a first flagship store.

Why it matters

The brand is part of the generation of independent Danish labels that focus on well made everyday garments and reach customers through specialist stores across Europe.

Frequently asked questions

Who founded Libertine-Libertine?

Libertine-Libertine was founded in 2009 by Pernille Schwarz, Peter Ovesen and Rasmus Bak.

Where is Libertine-Libertine from?

Libertine-Libertine is a Danish brand based in Copenhagen.

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