The coveted ‘Made in Italy’ label faces increasing scrutiny and existential challenges, from supply chain scrutiny and evolving EU regulations to climate change and threats to heritage craft. This article is part of a new series where we unpack what these pressures mean for the future, and sustainability, of luxury fashion. Read more here.
Prato-based fabric producer Lanificio Cangioli 1859 was in a state of transformation when I stopped by in early October. The company — which started as a small artisanal workshop in 1859 — is now in its fifth generation of family ownership, churning out several million metres of fabric per year. The latest building renovation will further expand its vertical production capacity, but the top priority is the installation of a kitchen for hosting visitors in the showroom.
