The history of silk runs parallel to, and is inseparable from, the world of luxury, art and culture.
Originally from ancient China, it was in Italy that silk became a symbol of elegance and artisanal excellence.
During the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, some Italian cities such as Lucca, Florence and Venice became major silk producers and perfected weaving techniques, creating fine, shiny and resistant fabrics that soon became appreciated by European nobility. Wearing silk was not only a matter of fashion: it was a sign of prestige, wealth and sophistication.
Over time, Italian silk became famous for its exceptional quality, craftsmanship and exclusivity, and was used by the most prestigious fashion houses.
Silk garments hold a special place in fashion because they combine beauty, exquisiteness and functionality.
Lightweight, soft to the touch and with a finish that enhances its natural shine and brings out colours, silk is a natural fabric capable of adapting to the body with elegance.
Silk: a true symbol of elegance.