Dorothee Schumacher founded her eponymous fashion label in 1989 in Germany, beginning with a simple T-shirt collection after gaining valuable experience with an Italian knitwear manufacturer and several formative stays in France. Born in Düsseldorf and raised in the German countryside, she quickly expanded her creative vision, adding knitwear collections in 1991 and opening her first showroom in Düsseldorf in 1994, followed by prestigious international showrooms in Paris and Milan. The brand has become renowned for its feminine contemporary designs that masterfully juxtapose sophistication with sportiness, creating wearable luxury for modern women who demand versatility. Schumacher's core philosophy centers on empowering women to express their multifaceted nature rather than conforming to standardized style rules. Today, the brand operates successfully under joint leadership of Dorothee and her son Maximilian Singhoff, employing 180 people from over 16 countries and selling collections in 46 countries through more than 600 retail doors worldwide.