suiting "our women"
around the world

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meet the founders

PURSUIT Femmes is founded in early February 2021 by three entrepreneurial women. Angélique, Joy and Jill share a passion in women empowerment as well as a close family bond.

Joy van der Heijden is 26 years old and the oldest of the two daughters. Joy received her degree in applied economics at the end of 2020 and is fully ready to set up her first business. How great is it she was able to do this with her mother and sister?

Jill van der Heijden is 25 years old and the youngest of two daughters. School of life has given her the most creative insights in recent years. With that, she already founded her own label JILL ANTWERP at the beginning of 2020. Every time Jill knows how to take Pursuit Femmes to the next level creative wise.

Angélique van Gils, 51, is not only a fantastic mother, but she is also a long-time entrepreneur at heart. She is, among other things, co-founder of Café Costume. Angélique wants to empower women with a beautiful suit or blazer, and she prefers to do that with her two daughters by her side.

“Never underestimate the power of a good outfit on a bad day.”

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Mission & vision

PURSUIT Femmes is a sustainable fashion brand born out of a need for women’s suits and blazers. We strongly believe in the power and emancipation of women and hope we can inspire worldwide.

We create unique pieces, designed by you. We do this together during an appointment, where we listen to what you are looking for and together choose which fabric or style suits you the best. After a few weeks, you are already wearing your unique creation that you can combine in as many ways as possible.

At the same time, PURSUIT Femmes also has an edgy rock side, with which we offer the JILL ANTWERP blazers. From men’s samples that hung lonely in the attic for an eventual buyer, Jill came up with an original way to give the blazers a new life. She chooses the samples and with a new fabric she reworks the back panel.

Our goal? To take all your concerns away when you need to shine. Whether it’s for a performance, a presentation, a dinner, a party, … whatever. We give you the extra push needed to get the job done.

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PARKEER STRESSVRIJ IN ANTWERPEN

Openbaar parkeren: Je kunt gebruik maken van Parking Brabo – Grote Markt, Parking Groenplaats, Parking Steendok of Parking Zuid, die op loopafstand van de winkel liggen. Controleer de beschikbaarheid en tarieven voor je bezoek.

Komende van station Antwerpen Centraal:

  1. Tram: Neem tramlijn 11 of 24 naar Groenplaats, dan een korte wandeling naar de Sint-Michielstraat of metro: 3, 5, 9 en 15 naar de groenplaats gevolgd door een korte wandeling.
  2. Bus: Bus 22 of 180 naar Groenplaats, gevolgd door een wandeling naar je bestemming.
  3. Lopen: Het is ongeveer 25-30 minuten lopen van het station naar de Sint-Michielstraat.

Komende van station Antwerpen Zuid:

  1. Tram: Tram 4 of 24 naar Groenplaats, dan een korte wandeling naar de Sint-Michielstraat.
  2. Bus: Bus 180 naar Groenplaats, gevolgd door een wandeling naar je bestemming.
  3. Lopen: Het is ongeveer 20-25 minuten lopen van het station naar de Sint-Michielstraat.
  4. Metro: Lijn 3, 5, 9 of 15 brengt je naar Groenplaats en vanaf daar is het 13 minuten lopen naar de winkel.

Fiets en E-step opties:

  1. Fiets: Huur een A-Velo fiets of maak gebruik van Donkey/Blue-bike verhuur in de buurt van het station.
  2. E-step: Je kunt de Bird-, Lime- of Poppy-app gebruiken voor een ritje van ongeveer 12 minuten, dat ongeveer 3,5 – 5 euro kost. Je vindt deze overal in de stad.
    Vergeet niet de dienstregelingen en routes te controleren om je reis naar wens te plannen.

Als je feedback hebt of als er iets onduidelijk is, laat het ons dan weten. We kijken ernaar uit je te ontvangen en samen jouw perfecte pak te ontwerpen!

PARK STRESSFREE IN ANTWERP

Public Parking: You can use Parking Brabo – Grote Markt, Parking Groenplaats, Parking Steendok or Parking South, which are within walking distance of your shop. Check availability and rates before your visit.

Coming from Antwerp Central Station:

  1. Tram: Take tram line 11 or 24 to Groenplaats, then a short walk to Sint-Michielstraat or metro: 3, 5, 9 and 15 to the groenplaats followed by a short walk.
  2. Bus: Bus 22 or 180 to Groenplaats, followed by a walk to your destination.
  3. Walking: It’s about a 25-30 minute walk from the station to Sint-Michielstraat.

Coming from Antwerp South Station:

  1. Tram: Tram 4 or 24 to Groenplaats, then a short walk to Sint-Michielstraat.
  2. Bus: Bus 180 to Groenplaats, followed by a walk to your destination.
  3. Walking: It’s about a 20-25 minute walk from the station to Sint-Michielstraat.
  4. Metro: Lines 3, 5, 9, or 15 will take you to Groenplaats, and from there, it’s a 13-minute walk to your shop.

Bike and E-step options:

  1. Bike: Rent an A-Velo bike or use Donkey/Blue-bike rentals near the station.
  2. E-step: You can use the Bird, Lime, or Poppy app for an approximately 12-minute ride, costing around 3.5 – 5 euros. You can find this all around the city.

Remember to check schedules and routes to plan your journey accordingly. If you have any feedback or if anything is unclear, please let us know. We look forward receiving you and design your perfect suit together!