‘Made in Italy,’ three magical words associated with trust, luxury and legacy. Italy has long been celebrated as the Mecca of artistic and cultural expression, it is no surprise that many of the finer things in life come from this beautiful country. Italy has a long history and tradition of large-scale leather production dating back to the Roman Empire. Interestingly they were the first civilization to establish professional guilds for tanners, with strict regulations on the quality of the leather produced.
The country’s favourable climate, the finest raw materials, and skilled craftsmen have helped strengthen their position as a leading producer of leather. The tanning of leather is both an art and a science for Italians. Their tanneries are considered the best in the world for several reasons,
In craftsmanship, Italians reign supreme. Tanners in Italy have been perfecting and protecting their craft for centuries. Their meticulous attention to the finer detail and the finish of their products is a hallmark of Italian leather.
Italians are the best in the business when it comes producing leather of exceptional quality and durability. Their centuries-old techniques and trade secrets have evolved with technological advancements improving the quality and consistency of their leather.
Irrespective of the stringent laws in leather processing across Italy, Italian tanneries have always been at the forefront, championing the industry’s sustainable practices emphasising environmental and social responsibilities.