Karen by Simonsen
Karen by Simonsen is a Danish fashion label rooted in design precision and subtle confidence. The brand combines timeless wardrobe essentials with standout pieces that feel contemporary without being transient.
Copenhagen Structured design
Feminine detail
Since 2009
Karen by Simonsen translates Danish design tradition through a feminine lens. The collections balance refined tailoring with thoughtful contrast — clean lines, considered proportions, and subtle detailing that rewards closer attention. The result is fashion that feels both polished and approachable. Dresses, blazers, knitwear and tops that work cohesively across a wardrobe, season after season.
Copenhagen, Denmark
2009 — shaped by decades of design experience
Feminine silhouettes with meticulous detail
Own retail stores in Copenhagen, Norrebo and Aarhus
Concept shop within the stunning Illum department store in Copenhagen
Feminine silhouettes with meticulous detail.
Designed for clarity
Karen by Simonsen’s approach is deliberate. Fit and proportion are calibrated for comfort and confidence. Fabrics are selected for wearability and longevity. Print work and detailing are controlled, not excessive.
This is style with intention — shapes that feel familiar yet distinct, silhouettes that feel relevant without shouting.
Responsibility
The label appeals to women with a keen sense of style and an appreciation for design that sits between classic and contemporary. Pieces feel equally at home in elevated everyday wear and considered occasion dressing.
Karen by Simonsen makes clothes that are easy to understand at a glance — and rewarding to style over time.
Become a Karen by Simonsen Stockist.
Karen by Simonsen comes alive when experienced directly — fabric in hand, lines in motion, shapes in context. Visit the 17 Brands showroom to explore the latest Karen by Simonsen collections, styled for the New Zealand market.