Marni Group S.r.l., commonly known as Marni, is an Italian luxury fashion house founded in 1994 by Consuelo Castiglioni in Milan, Italy. Marni was acquired by Italian fashion group OTB in 2015. Since 2025, Meryll Rogge has been the brand's creative director.Elisa Anzolin (15 July 2025), Belgian designer Meryll Rogge appointed Marni's creative director Reuters.
History Marni was founded in Milan, Italy in 1994 by Swiss designer Consuelo Castiglioni, originally as an offshoot of the family’s fur business.Alexander Fury (22 August 2022), Francesco Risso is remaking Marni in his own image Financial Times. Starting in 2000, the company began to open stores in high-end department stores. In 2011, Marni signed a licensing agreement with Spazio Sei Fashion Group for the production and worldwide distribution of the Marni Children line for girls, designed by Consuelo Castiglioni.Alessandra Turra (7 October 2011), Marni Signs Children’s Wear Deal Women's Wear Daily.
In 2012, the Castiglioni family confirmed that it was looking for a financial partner in order to expand Marni’s retail business.Ella Alexander (9 October 2012), Marni Seeks Financial Backer British Vogue. The family sold 60 percent of the company to Renzo Rosso's OTB Group that same year.Antonella Ciancio (December 20, 2012), Diesel boss to take over Italy fashion house Marni Reuters. That same year, Marni launched a one-off collection for H&M with a promotional film by Sofia Coppola starring model Liu Wen and actress Imogen Poots in Marrakesh;Belinda White (3 February 2012), First look: Sofia Coppola's Marni for H&M campaign video The Daily Telegraph. The Marni Denim line was launched;Lauren Cochrane (6 January 2012), Parallel lines Financial Times.
In 2015, Marni was fully acquired by OTB Group.Vanessa Friedman (October 21, 2016), All Change at Marni New York Times. Shortly after, the manufacturing arm of OTB, Staff International, took over production and worldwide distribution of Marni’s men’s collections, including ready-to-wear, accessories, footwear and small leather goods.Alessandra Turra (21 April 2015), Marni CEO Exits Brand Women's Wear Daily.
In 2016, Consuelo Castiglioni and other members of her family left the company.Vanessa Friedman (October 21, 2016), All Change at Marni New York Times. Instead, Marni appointed Francesco Risso as creative director.Vanessa Friedman (October 21, 2016), All Change at Marni New York Times.
In 2019, the company appointed Barbara Calò as General Manager. That same year, Francesco Risso was included in the BoF 500, the Business of Fashion's annual list of the industry's most influential people.
In May 2024, Stefano Rosso was named Chief Executive Officer.
In July 2025, Meryll Rogge was appointed Creative Director of the Maison.
Licensing Cosmetics In 2012, Marni launched its first women’s fragrance.Pete Born and Cynthia Martens (1 November 2012), Marni to Launch First Women’s Fragrance Women's Wear Daily. In 2024, the brand entered a licensing agreement with beauty conglomerate Coty for cosmetics and fragrances. The first products under this deal will launch in 2026 and the contract extends through 2040.
Children’s line Marni has been having licensing agreements with Spazio 6 (2011–2015), and Brave Kid (since 2015) for the production and worldwide distribution of its children’s line dedicated to girls aged between two and 12.Alessandra Turra (9 January 2015), Marni Signs License With Brave Kid Women's Wear Daily.
Eyewear Marni signed a licensing agreement with Marchon Eyewear in 2015 for the production and distribution of its eyewear line, designed by Consuelo Castiglioni.Alessandra Turra (18 September 2015), Marni, Marchon Sign Eyewear Licensing Agreement Women's Wear Daily. In 2021, the brand signed with Retrosuperfuture for their eyewear licensing.
Other activities During Milan Design Week in 2023, Marni launched a collections of tableware with Belgian design label Serax and a wallpaper series with Italian wall covering-maker LondonArt.Sofia Celeste (15 April 2023), Francesco Risso’s Marni Comes Full Circle With Home Decor Women's Wear Daily.
Management 2018–2019: Stefano Biondo 2019–2024: Barbara CalòLuisa Zargani (27 November 2019), Marni CEO Exits Brand Women's Wear Daily. 2024–present: Stefano RossoLuisa Zargani (3 May 2024), Marni Names Stefano Rosso CEO Women's Wear Daily.
Controversy In 2020, Marni issued a public apology after being called out by Diet Prada for its “Jungle Mood” campaign, which featured images of a Black man with chains around his ankles.Sarah Young (31 July 2020), Marni issues apology for ‘Jungle Mood’ campaign amid accusations of racism The Independent.Colleen Barry (17 August 2020), Black creatives in Italian fashion demand cultural reform Associated Press.
See also Italian fashion
References
External links Marni Official website