International Women's Day

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Perspectives that move us

Gabor is more than a brand. Since 1919, women have played an active role in shaping our company history – in product design, in marketing and in production. It is our community that makes Gabor a place of exceptional quality, inspiration and personal development.

We celebrate this together on 08/03/2026, International Women’s Day ...

... and we live it every day of the year.

On our journey, we have already achieved a great deal, and yet we know: our development is still not complete.

We remain curious and continue to champion equality, development and community – because we are convinced that every step counts.

Working at Gabor

High proportion of women at all production sites: At our factory in Portugal, 78.7% of employees are women, and in Slovakia 73.1% – many of them have been with the company for more than a decade.
Flexible working time models: We offer individual and flexible working hours to help balance family and career – for example, special working hours for mothers in addition to shift work in Banovce and Rosenheim.
Many years of service: Many employees have been loyal to Gabor for years – on average 12 years in Rosenheim, 15 years in Banovce and as many as 22 years in Portugal.

This long-standing commitment and the trust that has grown from it are an essential part of our success and strengthen Gabor in the long term. They give us the strength to master challenges and confidently break new ground.

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Editorial story

The future begins with the first step

There is this childhood moment that many of us know well: as a child, you stand in front of your mother’s shoes – they are far too big, but full of promise.

Curiously, you slip into them, carefully find your balance, maybe laugh at the unfamiliar feeling, try a few steps and, for a brief moment, feel what it is like to step into a different role.

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Putting on your mother’s shoes as a child means catching a glimpse of the future – and sensing that your own path, too, is full of possibilities and new experiences.
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Britta Klement

Head of Content & Dialogue Marketing

Over time, we grow into our own shoes. Tentative first steps turn into walking with confidence – and we discover how much strength and personality we carry within us. This is how we shape our path, find our own rhythm and learn to trust ourselves.

Along the way, we constantly encounter different expectations and move between various roles every day: whether as daughters, mothers, partners, friends or colleagues – each role brings its own challenges and new opportunities. In the end, the real art lies in staying true to yourself and taking your own needs seriously.

Marilyn Monroe is said to have once said, “Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world.” A metaphor for the way shoes in our lives can give us confidence, support and strength.

And yes, the right shoes encourage us to discover different facets of ourselves every day, to take new paths and to shape our roles in a self-determined way.

Book tips for International Women’s Day

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Books open up new worlds and perspectives. Our book tips invite you to discover stories about strong women and find courage for your own dreams.

In our social media community, we are giving away five of our favourite books. Take a look and secure your chance to win.

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 außergewöhnliche Frauen

Children’s book (suitable for children approx. 6–12 years; ideal for reading aloud and for independent reading, also very appealing for teenagers).

This book contains 100 inspiring short stories about extraordinary women from all over the world – including astronauts, politicians, artists and athletes. Each story is written in a child-friendly way and encourages young readers to follow their own dreams and be brave. With many illustrations and portraits, reading becomes an exciting journey through past and present.

The Women’s Room / The Book of Women by Marilyn French*

In this extensive work, Marilyn French provides an overview of women’s lives and the historical struggle for equality. She highlights social, cultural and political achievements as well as the challenges faced by women throughout history.

“Das Buch der Frauen” is the German edition title, you can keep it as “The Book of Women” or use the known English title “The Women’s Room”, depending on how you handle it in your EN shop.

Shoes for women who walk their own path

Shoes are more than a fashion statement – they accompany us through every day, provide support and underline our personality. These three types of shoes are particularly close to our hearts as women:

1. Sneaker love

Gabor sneakers combine comfort with style. They are the first choice for everyone who successfully juggles the challenges of family, work and leisure every day – without compromising on design.

Discover the most beautiful sneakers

2. Cosy meets style

Gabor ballerinas combine versatility and feminine strength. These classics adapt effortlessly to any look and are the secret stars of relaxed feel-good outfits.

Ballerinas for every occasion