Gucci

Gucci is one of the most recognizable Italian fashion and leather accessories label in the world. Gucci was founded by Guccio Gucci in Italy in 1921, where he opened his first boutique in Rome in 1938. In 1947 Gucci designed the famous bamboo handled handbag, one of Gucci's most successful pieces, still being sold today.

In the 1980s Gucci was one of the most sought after and influential fashion labels in the world. In 1995 Gucci made his first offerings on the New York Stock Exchange with stocks selling at $22.00 per share.

Gucci obtained a watch licensee, Severin-Montres in 1997, renaming it Gucci Timepieces. Gucci timepieces have become extremely popular within the music industry.

Gucci operates over 425 stores worldwide and wholesales through franchisees and high end department stores.

Celebrity Buzz

Gucci is among one of the most worn fashion designs in Hollywood today. Gucci's popularity started with movies stars and leading ladies such as Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.

Fast Facts

1. Started in 1921
2. Founded by Guccio Gucci
3. Known for it stylish handbags
4. Worlds most recognizable fashion label

Whole or Partial Takeovers

• Fashion
  • Gucci (100%)
  • Yves Saint Laurent (100%)
  • Sergio Rossi (100%)
  • Bottega Veneta (78.5%)
  • Alexander McQueen (51%)
  • Stella McCartney (50%)
  • Balenciaga (91%)
• Perfume
  • Roger & Gallet
  • Boucheron
  • Ermenegildo Zegna
  • Oscar de la Renta
  • Stella McCartney (100%)
  • Alexander McQueen (100%)
• Watches
  • Bedat & Co (85%)

U.S. Flagship Store

• New York, New York
• Beverly Hills, California
• Chicago, Illinois
• Bal Harbour, Florida
• Honolulu
• Boston
• San Francisco

World Headquarters

• Florence
• Paris
• London
• New York

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