Casentino Cloth boasts a long history dating back centuries: originating from the Casentino Valley in Tuscany, this textile has been passed down from generation to generation, preserving its distinctive characteristics. History tells us that the inhabitants of the Palagio Fiorentino in Stia used to pay their taxes, known as “gabelle,” to the Medici rulers of
Casentino Cloth is a traditional Italian wool fabric, known for its strength and resistance to weather and wear. Thanks to its characteristics, this fabric is often used in furniture and fashion to create garments and accessories ideal for use in the mountains, so much so that, thanks to its characteristics, the Casentino Cloth has become
In July it seemed that the historic Manifattura di Soci would have to close, but today it is working on Gucci bags and shoes The rebirth of the Casentino cloth is branded Gucci. The Tuscan luxury maison, in fact, has decided to focus on the historic fabric for its new collection of accessories and has
The wool activity it is certainly among the productions that has most marked the Arno Valley. Known since ancient times, thanks to the abundance of raw materials and the driving force of water, essential to operate the factories, it experienced a happy season in the second half of the XIX century. In this period, particulary fabric, known as CASENTINO
Textile: Casentino cloth, now a registered trademark (ANSA) – SOCI (AREZZO), 03 NOV – The Casentino cloth, woven with the particular orange color, is now a registered trademark. This was announced by the Province of Arezzo, leader of the initiative that also aims at the recognition of “Ig geographical collective brand”. The details were illustrated
