Meet the founders
Two women.
A shared frustration.
A bigger vision.
Carmine Linden was founded by sisters Kristine Skulme and Eva Clarkson.
Kristine Skulme
Co-founder
For years I thought I was a size 44. I was actually a size 42 with extra-wide feet — and discovering that made me realise how little beautiful footwear exists for women like me. I don't want shoes that I can wear despite my feet. I want beautiful shoes designed with feet like mine in mind.
“Beautiful shoes should be made to fit real women, not the other way around.”
Eva Clarkson
Co-founder
I was tired of choosing what to wear around the shoes that fit, instead of choosing the shoes I actually wanted. I love fashion, but for years I had to dress around the few shoes that fit me. My sister and I started Carmine Linden because we believe beautiful shoes should fit more women.
“Style means nothing if it doesn't feel good. Every woman deserves both.”
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