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Cerruti 1881

Cerruti 1881 is a luxury fashion house known for its refined, understated aesthetic and emphasis on high-quality textiles. It represents a sophisticated European ethos, blending traditional Italian craftsmanship with modern Parisian style. The brand focuses on soft tailoring and fluid silhouettes for a relaxed yet formal look.

History

The brand originated from a family wool mill established in Biella, Italy, in 1881. Nino Cerruti launched the Parisian fashion house in 1967, introducing the first deconstructed jacket for men. This innovation shifted menswear toward a more comfortable, less rigid structure. Cerruti 1881 gained cultural significance by dressing actors in major Hollywood films and served as a professional starting point for designer Giorgio Armani, influencing the trajectory of contemporary ready-to-wear fashion.
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