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.
Gucci is known for selling a full line of luxury products for both men and women including handbags, shoes, ready to wear clothing, ties, belts, fine jewelry, fragrances, sunglasses, wallets, watches, hats and even baby and pet products.http://www.gucci.com/ca-en/index2.asp
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. Gucci is still a popular designer staple for many celebrities at special events and award shows.
Competing Brands
U.S. Stores
There are a variety Gucci boutiques in the United States. These include shops in New York, New York, Beverly Hills, California, Chicago, Illinois, Bal Harbour, Florida, Honolulu, Boston and San Francisco. Their stores are always located in fashionable and expensive shopping districts. The lease rates they pay are among the highest available in each market.
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
- Watches
- Bedat & Co (85%)