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Florence for fashion lovers: 8 world-famous Florentine stylists

Gucci, Ferragamo, Cavalli and many other brands that have brought the style of Florence to the international catwalks.

Are you passionate about fashion? Florence is a destination that absolutely must be on your bucket list! The Renaissance aesthetic and cultural background has inspired many stylists, some of whom have founded some of the most famous fashion maison in the world, starting from small shops hidden in the Florentine alleys.

World-famous Florentine stylists

1. Gucci: Needs no introduction; everyone knows Gucci and needs no introduction. Stars wear it, songs mention it, and its symbols are iconic. It all started with Florentine Guccio Gucci in 1921 and his passion for leather goods. The store is located at Via de' Tornabuoni, 73R

2. Ferragamo: Salvatore Ferragamo, "the shoemaker of dreams," is one of the most celebrated shoe designers of the 20th century. He founded the company in Florence in 1927. Despite his planetary success, Ferragamo remained very attached to the city of Florence and, to this day, is a sponsor and funder of many city activities, including Corri La Vita. The store is located at Via de' Tornabuoni 14r.

3. Cavalli: Animal prints and luxurious fabrics? Roberto Cavalli is the Florentine designer most famous for bold and glamorous creations. He founded his brand in 1970 in Sesto Fiorentino after graduating from the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence. The store is located at The Mall, Florence.

4. Pucci: Marchese Emilio Pucci, also known as "Prince of Pagliacci," was an Italian fashion designer and politician. He founded his brand in Florence in the 1950s and became famous for his geometric designs and psychedelic prints. The store is located at Via de' Tornabuoni 20.

5. Ricci: Stefano Ricci is a luxury fashion brand specializing in menswear. Founded in Florence in 1972, the company is known for the quality craftsmanship and fine materials used in its creations. The store is located in the Palazzo Tornabuoni, Via dei Pescioni, 1c and inside the Four Seasons Hotel.

6. Coveri: Enrico Coveri, founder of the Florentine fashion house named after him, had a short but intense career. He was one of the protagonists of Italian fashion in the 1980s with the brand "Byblos," for which, at only 25 years old, he was called an "enfant prodige" by the Parisian scene. The store is located at Lungarno Guicciardini 19.

7. Patrizia Pepe: finally, a woman! Behind the famous Patrizia Pepe brand is the success story of a married couple: Patrizia Bambi and Claudio Orrea. In 1993, the two created the Florentine brand, known for its contemporary and refined style. The store is located at Piazza Duomo 12r.

8. Ermanno Scervino: The Ermanno Scervino fashion house was founded in Bagno a Ripoli in 1999 when designer Ermanno Scervino joined forces with entrepreneur Toni Scervino. The brand has become a landmark in the world of luxury fashion. The store is located at Via degli Strozzi.

Would you like to take a "Florence Fashion" themed walk? As you enter the Fashion Museums of Florence (including but not limited to the Ferragamo Museum and the Gucci Garden), you'll discover the history of Florentine brands, textiles, and costumes, and the stunning buildings in which they evolved.