Fedeli was founded in 1934 in Monza by Luigi Fedeli as a hat maker, shifting to knitwear after the Second World War and producing its first cashmere garments by 1948. Still run by the founding family in its original Monza factory, it is known for cashmere crewnecks, roll necks and cardigans. In 2023 Zegna and Prada each took a 15% stake, leaving the family with 70%.
Key facts
- Founded 1934 in Monza by Luigi Fedeli, originally making hats
- First cashmere garments produced in 1948; knitwear became the core business
- Zegna and Prada each acquired a 15% stake in 2023; the Fedeli family retains 70%
- Wool-cashmere roll necks retail around £540; hand-knit and vicuña pieces run far higher
Fibres and construction
Fedeli works principally in Cashmere, Vicuña, Silk & silk blends, Sea Island & long-staple cotton. Construction and techniques associated with the house include fully-fashioned and hand-knit. It is based in Italy, a country that is the largest and most influential luxury knitwear producer.
How to judge Fedeli quality
- For cashmere pieces, look for a stated micron count or grade, 2-ply yarn for sweaters, and a dense knit with no daylight through plain areas. See the cashmere grading guide.
- Genuine vicuña carries CITES-compliant labelling identifying origin; it is usually undyed and priced in the thousands.
- This house knits fully-fashioned: check for fashioning marks along the armhole and flat, linked seams inside — the signatures of shaped, stitch-by-stitch construction.
- Hand-knitted or hand-framed pieces show slight, natural irregularity in stitch tension; uniformity that looks machine-perfect may indicate otherwise.
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Fedeli: frequently asked questions
Where is Fedeli knitwear made?
Fedeli is based in Monza, Italy. Founded 1934 in Monza by Luigi Fedeli, originally making hats.
What is Fedeli known for?
Fedeli is known for family-run Monza cashmere house, from hatmaker in 1934 to knitwear with Zegna and Prada as shareholders. Its principal fibres are Cashmere, Vicuña, Silk & silk blends and Sea Island & long-staple cotton.
Is Fedeli a luxury brand?
Fedeli sits in the luxury tier of this index (roughly $400–$1,000 for a sweater). Its construction methods include fully-fashioned and hand-knit. It is listed here on the basis of fibre quality, construction and provenance rather than price alone.
How much does Fedeli knitwear cost?
Fedeli is roughly $400–$1,000 for a sweater at the time of writing. Wool-cashmere roll necks retail around £540; hand-knit and vicuña pieces run far higher
Sources
Facts verified against the sources above on 16 September 2026. Prices are indicative and change; check the house's own site.