Founded in Florence in 1972 by Stefano Ricci and his wife Claudia, the house was established with a singular vision: to create menswear that embodied the craftsmanship, culture, and artistic heritage of Tuscany. What began with handcrafted silk ties has evolved into one of Italy’s most distinguished family-owned luxury houses, encompassing bespoke tailoring, leather goods, accessories, home furnishings and lifestyle collections. Today, Stefano Ricci continues to be led by the Ricci family, with Stefano working alongside his sons, Niccolò and Filippo, ensuring the continuity of the values upon which the house was founded.
From its earliest years, Stefano Ricci distinguished itself through an unwavering commitment to Italian manufacturing and their view of the house as a custodian of Italy’s artisanal heritage. Every stage of production remains rooted in Italy, where master artisans transform exceptional natural materials into garments defined by precision, longevity and uncompromising quality. As the house expanded beyond neckwear into tailoring, leather goods, accessories, and lifestyle collections, they acquired a number of specialist ateliers across Italy, reflective of their enduring commitment to 100% Made in Italy philosophy.
Equally important is their investment in the transmission of knowledge. At its headquarters in Fiesole, master craftsmen work alongside apprentices, ensuring that traditional techniques continue to pass from one generation to the next. This culture of mentorship reflects the house’s belief that the future of Italian luxury depends upon sustaining the skills that have shaped it for centuries.
More than five decades after its founding, Stefano Ricci remains an independent family house guided by the same principles that defined its beginnings. Through its devotion to Florentine heritage, complete Italian manufacturing and the preservation of artisanal excellence, the house continues to represent one of the most authentic expressions of contemporary Italian luxury.
