La Maison Smalto — fondation

    The House

    Our History

    Since its founding, Maison Smalto embodies the excellence of French men's tailoring. A story of daring, refinement and passion for elegance.

    Historic Smalto boutique
    1962

    The Birth

    Francesco Smalto founds his couture house in the heart of Paris, rue François 1er. A visionary, he aims to revolutionise men's elegance by bringing the rigour of haute couture to the modern man's wardrobe.

    The Smalto workshop in the 1970s
    1970

    The Golden Age

    The house dresses the greatest names: heads of state, artists and personalities from around the world choose Smalto for its incomparable craftsmanship. Every suit is a work of art, cut from the noblest fabrics.

    1990

    International Reach

    Smalto establishes itself as a global reference in men's elegance. Boutiques open in fashion capitals, carrying Parisian refinement to every corner of the globe.

    Contemporary Smalto showroom
    Today

    Heritage Reinvented

    True to its founder's spirit, Maison Smalto continues to blend tradition and modernity. Every collection is the result of a dialogue between couture heritage and contemporary aspirations.

    “Elegance is not a question of fashion, it is a question of character.”

    Francesco Smalto

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