Zegna

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Key Facts

Founded1910
FounderErmenegildo Zegna
HeadquartersRome, Italy
Country of OriginItaly
Parent CompanyIndependent
CEOGildo Zegna
Creative DirectorAlessandro Sartori
IndustryLuxury Menswear, Textiles
Revenue$1.9 billion (2024)
Stores250+
Employees7,000+

Italian Textile Mastery

Ermenegildo Zegna founded his textile mill in the mountains of Trivero, northern Italy, in 1910, with a vision of producing the world’s finest fabrics. The company became the foremost supplier of luxury menswear fabrics, with its materials gracing suits from Tom Ford to Gucci, before expanding into its own branded fashion collections.

Men’s Luxury Pioneer

Zegna has been one of the few luxury brands to achieve global scale primarily through menswear. Under creative director Alessandro Sartori, the brand has evolved from classic tailoring to a more contemporary, lifestyle-oriented proposition that reflects modern masculinity, while maintaining its exceptional textile heritage.

Vertical Integration

The Zegna Group, publicly listed on the New York Stock Exchange since 2021, controls every stage of production from raw material sourcing through to finished garments. The group also owns Thom Browne and Tom Ford Fashion, positioning it as a significant force in the global luxury landscape.