Zegna is an Italian luxury fashion house founded in 1910 in Trivero, Italy, by Ermenegildo Zegna. The brand is known for its high-quality fabrics, particularly suiting, and its commitment to craftsmanship and innovation. Zegna is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of luxury menswear, and its products are sold in over 500 stores in over 100 countries.
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PRADA: THE REVERED LUXURY LEATHER GOODS MAKER AND FASHION HOUSE
Prada is an Italian luxury fashion house founded in 1913 by Mario Prada. The brand is known for its minimalist and elegant designs, as well as its high-quality craftsmanship. Prada produces a wide range of products, including clothing, handbags, accessories, fragrances, and eyewear.
DOLCE & GABBANA: THE LEGENDARY DUO THAT LAUNCHED A FASHION POWERHOUSE
Dolce & Gabbana is an Italian luxury fashion house founded in 1985 by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana. The brand is known for its sensual and glamorous designs, as well as its high-quality craftsmanship. Dolce & Gabbana produces a wide range of products, including clothing, handbags, accessories, fragrances, and cosmetics.
GOYARD: LUGGAGE-MAKER TO THE STARS
Goyard is a French luxury goods company founded in 1853 by François Goyard but with a history that dates back much further. The company began as a malletier – a maker of high-end trunks, storage boxes and luggage – by appointment to royalty and Courtisans. Their reputation for luxurious finishes and attention to detail marked them out as one of the pre-eminent labels which only those with the finest tastes (and the deepest pockets) were fortunate enough to own. The brand has grown steadily over the years to offer a wide range of high-quality leather goods, including luggage, handbags, and accessories. Goyard’s products are often identified by their distinctive chevron canvas pattern, a signature of the house, which was first introduced in 1892.
ETTINGER: HERITAGE LEATHER GOODS MAKER FROM LONDON
Ettinger is a British luxury leather goods company founded in 1934 by Gerry Ettinger. The company is known for its high-quality craftsmanship and its commitment to using the finest materials. Ettinger’s products are handmade in England and are designed to last a lifetime.
BURBERRY: THE RENOWNED BRITISH FASHION HOUSE
Burberry is a British luxury fashion house founded in 1856 by Thomas Burberry. The brand is known for its iconic trench coats, as well as its tartan check pattern and equestrian knight logo. Burberry’s early success was due in part to its focus on high-quality craftsmanship. The company quickly gained a reputation for its durable and stylish outerwear, and its products were soon being worn by royalty and celebrities.
LUXURY TRUNK AND TRAVEL CASE BRANDS
In the golden age of travel, well-heeled passengers needed to be sure that they had the best cases to protect and secure their possessions. Many of today’s most well-known luxury brands and fashion houses were born in this era – designing and crafting suitcases and steamer trunks to service this exclusive clientele. Famous brands suchContinue reading “LUXURY TRUNK AND TRAVEL CASE BRANDS”
AKRIS: WHY DO THOSE IN THE KNOW FLOCK TO THIS SWISS COUTURIER THAT IS MORE THAN A CENTURY OLD?
Akris is a Swiss premium luxury womenswear brand that has been catering to high fashion clientele since the 1940s. The company, founded in 1922, began life as a textiles and apron manufacturing concern under the helm of founder Alice Kriemler-Schoch (with the brand’s name being an abbreviation of her own name), before slowly evolving into the haute couture powerhouse that it is recognised as today.
SWAINE
One of Britain’s great luxury goods houses, Swaine (Swaine Adeney Brigg) has been supplying high-end accessories, leather goods, luggage and accoutrements to Europe’s upper classes for more than two centuries. Founded in 1750 as a saddlery, Swaine became synonymous with the finest quality riding equipment and travel accessories, a reputation that persists today. The house acquired noted umbrella maker, Brigg in 1943 and milliner Herbert Johnson in 1996 to place the firm at the forefront of the luxury accessories market.
BARMAH HATS
The original Australian bush hat maker, Barmah is famous for their handmade, rugged western-style hats. The brand also has a successful line in foldable travel hats including the classic Panama hat. A family-owned brand since its foundation in 1990, the company continues a long tradition of hat manufacturing for the ranchers and travellers of the outback whilst also becoming a go-to brand for the well-dressed gentleman.
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