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Gucci

Gucci was established in Florence, Tuscany in 1921 by Guccio Gucci, and is still headquartered there.

The company initially started out as a small leather goods store, specializing in items such as saddlery, handbags, suitcases and wallets. As the business grew, Guccio Gucci expanded the product range to include additional luxury items such as clothing, fragrances, shoes and jewelry. The company was at the forefront of the Italian fashion industry, introducing innovative new designs and materials, such as bamboo handles and the GG logo.

In the 1950s, Gucci gained international recognition due to the high-quality craftsmanship of its products and its unique designs. The brand quickly gained a strong following among celebrities and royalty, such as Grace Kelly and Jackie Kennedy, and was associated with luxury and sophistication.

The company was passed down through the generations, and today is still run by members of the Gucci family. It has grown to become a global luxury fashion conglomerate, with over 500 stores in more than 50 countries. Gucci also owns a number of subsidiaries, including Yves Saint Laurent and Boucheron, and is one of the most valuable fashion companies in the world.