Leather Chunky Horsebit Loafers, 38.

Gucci leather Chunky Horsebit loafers. In the 1930s, the company grew rapidly, distinguishing itself through the quality of its materials and craftsmanship. During the autarkic period, due to economic sanctions, Gucci experimented with alternative materials such as woven hemp and bamboo, leading to the creation of the famous Bamboo Bag, which became one of the brand's icons.

After the Second World War, Gucci opened boutiques in Rome, Milan, and subsequently in New York, consolidating its reputation as a symbol of Made in Italy luxury. In the 1950s and '60s, under the leadership of Guccio's sons, the brand experienced a golden age: the GG logo (the founder's initials) and the green-red-green web became globally recognized emblems. Celebrities such as Audrey Hepburn, Jackie Kennedy, and Grace Kelly helped to consecrate its myth.

In the 1980s and '90s, family tensions and misguided commercial strategies caused a crisis. The rebirth arrived with Tom Ford, creative director from 1994, who relaunched Gucci with a sexy, modern, and provocative style, bringing it back to the heights of international fashion.

In the 2000s, Frida Giannini continued to evolve the brand, followed by Alessandro Michele (from 2015 to 2022), who introduced an eclectic, romantic, and gender-fluid aesthetic, transforming Gucci into a symbol of inclusivity and innovation.

Today, part of the Kering group, Gucci represents one of the most influential and recognized maisons in the world, an emblem of timeless Italian creativity, craftsmanship, and luxury.