From a degree in architecture to the foundation of one of the most famous Italian fashion houses, this is the story of Gianfranco Ferré, the great Lombard stylist, and of the company of the same name in the 1980s.
Who was Gianfranco Ferré
Gianfranco Ferré (Legnano, 15 August 1944 – Milan, June 2007) was an Italian stylist.
He grew up in the Milanese municipality, enrolling, once he graduated from high school, at the School of Architecture at the Politecnico di Milano to understand only later the talent and interest in fashion.
He discovers his artistic propensity on one particular occasion that occurs during the high school years when he wins a national painting competition. Instead, he became part of the fashion world in the 70s as a creator of jewelry and accessories.
He starts collaborating with well-known names such as Walter Albini and Christane Baily.
Once permanently inserted, it has a way of life stimulating experiences and fundamental for his creative process.
During a period of work at a Genoese clothing company, for example, he moved to India for several years. Subsequently she dedicated herself to the creation of a collection designed for women with the name “Ketch” only to be able, at the age of 34, to found the maison that bears his name. After the women’s clothing collection, the men’s collection follows, accompanied by the creation of various accessories.
Gianfranco Ferré and the history of the fashion house
Following the projects dedicated to men’s clothing in 1982 and women’s fragrances in 1984, and men’s fragrances in 1986, he created his “Gianfranco Ferré Couture” collection. The foundation and success of his brand was followed by the position of artistic director at the French fashion house “Christian Dior”. In 1991 his new perfume called “Ferré by Ferré” came out on the market.
Also in this period he signs a agreement with Italiana Manifatture SpA which grants him the production, and consequent distribution, of his new lines. In fact, it creates a parallel line for men and women with a name “Gianfranco Ferré Jeans” to which is added the one for children named “Gianfranco Ferré Junior”. In the following years he also realized two new projects remembered as “Gianfranco Ferré Fans” and “Gianfranco Ferré Rhinosaurex”.
They are years of great development and success which allow the stylist to obtain great credibility. It becomes a real point of reference in the world of Italian manufacturing, always offering great style without lacking in quality. His brand presents, without ever stopping, numerous lines which, thanks to the great support of the public, allow him to also open numerous outlets abroad.
The style and talent of Gianfranco Ferré
Defining Ferré’s stylistic line is extremely simple if you know the products he presents. One can be noted constant search for balance between innovation and the desire for familiarity, a link with tradition. The innovations deriving from the use of materials, shapes and colors allow to find a strong identifying line that creates fidelity in the purchase.
His worldly life also allowed him to create a hybrid between the different cultural inspirations and experiential that therefore give life to garments that effectively cancel boundaries. Her experience has often been sought after by the largest fashion and design universities around the world who have enthusiastically welcomed her teachings.