We interpret elegance as a subtle balance between rigor and irony. Since 1923, we have transformed the noblest yarns into style icons. Alto Milano is a tribute to Italian creativity: hosiery designed for those who don't compromise between comfort and distinction. Each weave tells a story of passion, each color a nuance of your character.
“…if we work together, we never lose”
Luigi Facenti
It all began in 1923, when Italo Facenti founded the hosiery factory in Bagnolo Mella. In an Italy discovering the value of design, Italo introduced the CIF brand, symbolized by a Bulldog: synonymous with resistance, character, and quality destined to last. This is where the DNA of all our creations originates.
Under the guidance of Luigi Facenti, the hosiery factory evolved, combining technological precision with aesthetic sensibility. Socks stopped being just a functional item and became a distinctive element of both male and female wardrobes. Decades of experimentation with the finest yarns consolidated the link between craftsmanship and industrial avant-garde.
Today, with the third and fourth generations of the Facenti family, Alto Milano thrives. It is the meeting point between a century of historical archives and contemporary fashion. Each collection is a synthesis of technical excellence and creative audacity, designed for those who consider accessories to be the true protagonists of Italian style.
Every Alto Milano sock is the result of a meticulous process that blends technological innovation with sartorial care. We use state-of-the-art machinery, calibrated with almost surgical precision, to ensure a perfect, elastic, and durable knit. But it is the human eye, that of our expert tailors, that supervises every single step, ensuring that no detail is overlooked.
The detail that defines the style
From the historic roots of Calzificio Facenti to contemporary aesthetics: every Alto Milano creation is a journey between sartorial excellence and design. Choose uncompromising quality to complete your outfit with a distinctive mark of elegance. Explore the new collections and find the perfect style for your personality.