Some retailers are more than just customers – they are trusted partners, kindred spirits, and part of our journey.
One of those partners is the iconic Copenhagen store, Notre Dame – a store that has carried Madam Stoltz since the very beginning, and still does, over 25 years later.
From Sankt Peders Stræde to Nørregade
The story began in the heart of Copenhagen, back when Pernille Stoltz ran her own little shop on Sankt Peders Stræde and Notre Dame placed their first order: a small batch of drawer knobs. Simple objects, but full of possibility. That first exchange turned into something more – not just steady reorders, but a relationship.
A relationship built on trust and collaboration
Since the very first order, Notre Dame has been a steady and loyal partner, season after season. It’s a relationship built not only on beautiful products, but on something deeper: connection, curiosity, and mutual respect. For Pia, the owner of Notre Dame, relationships matter – not just the business kind, but the human kind. She still makes time to visit the suppliers who mean the most to her – not just to look around, but to connect with the people behind the products.
Meeting customers on a daily basis
"Feeling welcome, seen and heard – that’s what matters to me,” Pia says. And you can feel that in everything she does. Her partnership with Madam Stoltz has lasted for more than 25 years, and while she appreciates the clear design identity, the real reason she stays is trust. "When I buy from Madam Stoltz, I feel confident,” she says. “The service is great, and there are never any problems.”
But for Pia, collaboration isn’t just about placing orders – it’s also about being listened to. Running a physical store gives her a direct line to the end customer. She sees what people reach for, what they come back for – and what quietly stays on the shelf.
“It means a lot that you listen when I share those observations,” she says. “I’m the one meeting the customer every day. I see what actually sells – and when I pass that on, I know it matters to you too.” Because at the heart of any good partnership is communication – and collaboration. Not just talking, but listening. Not just sending out, but taking in.
Pieces that stay – season after season
Notre Dame curates items from Madam Stoltz that reflect the store’s soul: warm, honest, and made to last. Some pieces have remained part of their selection for decades. The first drawer knobs are still on the shelves – alongside them, handwoven bathmats, soft cushions, bench pads. Pieces that blend seamlessly into everyday life – and into people’s homes.
Thank you!
Retailers like Notre Dame don’t just carry our products – they carry our story. Through years of shared experiences, honest conversations, and a mutual love for craft, they’ve become part of the Madam Stoltz family. We cherish the connection – and look forward to continuing the journey together.