About
CASTANGIA’S PHILOSOPHY
Exclusivity, prestige, excellence: these are the first elements that have been a constant in our evolution since 1850.
In the modern factory where Castangia’s creations are born today, seventy master tailors shape fabric to create tailor-made suits for the most important personalities from all over the world.
It takes twentytwo hours of work to make a Castangia suit. In that time, thousands of operations are executed entirely by hand by our skilled tailors. Over the last 175 years, Castangia has built a reputation for crafting the finest clothing entirely in Italy. Always prioritizing quality over quantity, when a garment leaves the Castangia factory, we know we are delivering nothing short of perfection. That’s why Castangia has lasted over 150 years and continues to thrive today.
CASTANGIA WORLDWIDE
From Milan to New York, from Moscow to Melbourne, the company’s brand is present in the main cities of the world in the windows of the most prestigious men’s fashion brands.
There are many icons of entertainment, politics and economics who, all over the world, entrust the image of their success to a piece by Castangia.
MAIN PLACES AND DATES
For more than a century and a half and six successive generations at the helm of the company, much has remained unchanged: attention to detail, the unmistakable elegance of all models, and the pride of serving a refined and cosmopolitan clientele.
CAGLIARI – 1850 TORINO-1898 PARIGI-1900 LONDRA-1911 HOLLYWOOD-1987 NAPOLI-2003
CAGLIARI – 1850 TORINO-1898 PARIGI-1900 LONDRA-1911 HOLLYWOOD-1987 NAPOLI-2003
CAGLIARI – 1850 TORINO-1898 PARIGI-1900 LONDRA-1911 HOLLYWOOD-1987 NAPOLI-2003
CAGLIARI – 1850 TORINO-1898 PARIGI-1900 LONDRA-1911 HOLLYWOOD-1987 NAPOLI-2003
THE ITALIAN SARTORIAL TRADITION MADE IN SARDINIA IS CALLED CASTANGIA 1850
Since 1850, Castangia has lived in Cagliari, Sardinia. Even prior to the formation of the Kingdom of Italy, Castangia was manufacturing fine clothing for the most distinguished personalities of the era. Castangia’s design and philosophy is impacted by the history and beauty of Cagliari and Sardinia. Pictured is the Saint Remy Bastion, located in the center of Cagliari. This historic structure was built in the early 20th century and represents the rich history of the region. San Remy was the first viceroy of Piedmont, the kingdom that ruled Sardinia until the middle of the 19th century, and the Bastion was named after him.
Castangia has been around for over 160 years, witnessed the growth and expansion of Italy, and played a significant role in solidifying Sardinia’s reputation for quality clothing. Today, still in Cagliari, Castangia continues to flourish and will for the next 160 years and onward.
TIMELESS ELEGANCE OF ITALIAN TAILORING
Italy, with the elegance of its tailoring masters, fascinates the Old Continent. The award-winning firm Castangia, recalled for its prestige also in the letters of Antonio Gramsci, went through the two wars unscathed, fully experienced the Italian economic miracle, and reached the present day with momentum. Hollywood discovers her in 1987: Michael Duoglas, playing the cynical financier Gordon Gekko in Oliver Stone’s “Wall Street”, breaks through the screen and wins an Academy Award wearing an unforgettable Castangia double-breasted coat.
In 2003 Castangia received the 1st prize in Naples for manufacturing technique, style and wearability at the convention of the International Association of Clothing Designer and Executives.
Combining the skill and taste of a great tailor with the vision of a business captain, Giovanni Castangia knew well that every detail is not just a detail.
Today, his lesson is the lighthouse that shows us the way.
CASTANGIA HISTORY GALLERY
CASTANGIA IN HISTORY: A SYMBOL OF ITALIAN ELEGANCE
The historic Castangia tailoring house has always been synonymous with excellence and refinement, a brand that has stood the test of time while preserving its identity and prestige. Its importance in the Italian sartorial landscape is not only recognized internationally but also documented in significant historical records. One notable example is a letter written in May 1910 by the renowned intellectual Antonio Gramsci, included in the collection Vita attraverso le lettere, where he mentions Castangia as a sartorial reference of his time.
In this letter, Gramsci expresses his desire to own a suit crafted by Castangia, a symbol of elegance and distinction. The fact that the young Gramsci placed such importance on a Castangia garment demonstrates how the brand was already a benchmark for those seeking quality and sophistication. Its mention in the writings of one of the most influential intellectuals of the 20th century serves as historical evidence of Castangia’s prestige, a brand that has dressed generations of cultural figures, leaders, and prominent personalities.
This sartorial heritage continues to thrive today: for over 160 years, Castangia has represented the finest Italian craftsmanship, combining savoir-faire, style, and innovation, dressing those who seek to stand out with elegance.