SALVATORE FERRAGAMO

Origin: Florence, Italy

Founded: 1927

Founder: Salvatore Ferragamo

Brand Story:

Founded in Florence in 1927 by Italian shoemaker Salvatore Ferragamo, the house earned international fame as the "Shoemaker to the Stars" during Hollywood's Golden Age. After crafting footwear for legendary stars like Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, and Judy Garland, Ferragamo returned to Italy to build an unrivaled artisanal empire known for revolutionary footwear inventions—most notably the Cage Heel and the Rainbow Wedge. Instantly recognized by its signature double-hoop Gancini logo and the iconic grosgrain Vara bow, the brand (rebranded simply as Ferragamo under Creative Director Maximilian Davis) remains an enduring titan of Florentine craftsmanship, impeccably tailored leather goods, and refined Italian luxury.