Guccio Gucci, born in 1881, founded the luxury brand Gucci in 1921, initially focusing on leather goods. Inspired by luxury luggage during his time at the Savoy Hotel, his craftsmanship and innovative use of materials, like hemp during wartime restrictions, propelled the company's growth. New Delhi: Gucci is one of the most famous fashion houses in the world, with their accessories being in high demand among people in most countries.
As a fashion brand, Gucci is one of the foremost that there is out there in the market. In 1921, Guccio Gucci founded the company and it started its journey as a leather goods and luggage retailer. Later, it expanded rapidly under the leadership of Gucci’s sons.
Today is the death anniversary of Guccio Gucci, the man who started it all. Guccio Gucci: The man who founded the famous Gucci company The full name of Guccio Gucci is Guccio Giovanbattista Giacinto Dario Maria Gucci. Born on March 26, 1881, in Florence, the father of the Italian businessman and fashion designer was a leather craftsman.
Gucci worked at London’s Savoy Hotel as a bellboy and it is said that it was there he became fascinated with the luxury suitcases that the aristocrats of the city used to carry. After coming back to Italy, Gucci worked for Franzi, a luggage brand. It was there that he learned to work with leather.
The beginning of Gucci company’s journey In 1921, Guccio Gucci established the Gucci company in Florence. Back then, it was a small family-owned leather sh.