Discover the Universe of Fernando Pensato, whose history is closely tied to the passion that has always driven this family. After achieving great success in the shoe business in the 70s & 80’s , Fernando Sr along side with Ulla his wife decided to acquire the olive tree orchard that once belonged to the Italian part of the family in Puglia. Applying the same principles and enthusiasm that made their shoe business so successful, the family created Fernando Pensato Gourmet, a brand specialising in exceptional Italian gourmet products.

Fernando Pensato jr built a brand based on the finest products from Italy. Due to these high standards, his gourmet line is used by many Michelin Awarded Restaurants, as well as Leading Hotels of the World and Relais Châteaux, have endorsed and use the Fernando Pensato brand. "We harvest our olives with a passion you can taste," 

For the fashion we invite you to discover the legendary style of Fernando Pensato's shoes for both men and women. Our collection features the famous cork wedges, the timeless slippers, comfortable lace-ups, tasseled loafers, summer sandals, and chic slip-ons.

ABOUT US:

Fernando Pensato Sr. grew up modestly in the Puglia region of Italy, nurturing his artistic skills. In the mid-60s, he decided to immigrate to Germany with the hope of bringing the quality and savoir-faire of Italian shoemaking. He aimed to create shoes that would make German women fall head over heels! - not literally! 

His success was achieved and built not only through the impeccable craftsmanship of his creations but also with the support of a beautiful German fashion magazine editor. She fell in love with his creations and helped propel him to the pinnacle of glory. She became Ulla Pensato, his partner in success.

Groundbreaking design drove them to shake up the fashion world with innovations such as cork platforms, earning Fernando Pensato Sr. the title of King of Cork. They also introduced the first Swarovski-encrusted shoes, heels made of colored spheres, and to welcome the new millennium, they invented the fully transparent heel made of plexiglass. Which one finds until today on the lady who’s image is on our olive oil bottles

With this creativity and experience, Pensato shoes continue to be crafted for you today with the second generation. Fernando Pensato jr. born from the union of a world-renowned Italian shoe creator and a German fashion magazine editor, Fernando Pensato Jr. was raised speaking English, Italian, German, and French. Having studied in Switzerland and Boston, his love for different cultures and lifestyles was confirmed, feeling at home wherever he was.

It was only natural for him to follow in his father's footsteps. However, Fernando Pensato Jr. did more than just follow; he created the Kardinale by Pensato.

The idea came to him when he discovered the origin of slippers. In the UK, in the early 1900s, hosts would wear slippers when receiving guests at home. The idea that stuck with him was creating shoes that would make you feel "at home" wherever you are. He designed a shoe that was comfortable, custom-made, and incredibly stylish. The success of Kardinale shoes branded Pensato Jr. as the "Prince of Slippers."

In a family tradition of shoemaking and innovation, Fernando Pensato Jr. has taken over the family business.

He today is more known to be the King of Olive oil in the gourmet world.

He alongside his wife Tiffany Wagner Pensato have preserved his parents' know-how while modernising and merging the two shoe lines and growing the gourmet line to create a modern Universe of Fernando Pensato today.  Tiffany Wagner Pensato, studied at Parsons School of Design in Paris and later worked for many renown fashion houses and up and coming designers. 

Today together, they have brought a youthful and playful twist to this family business while maintaining elegance and attention to intricate details with their use of exotic skins, unique embroidery, and sparkling crystals.