Behind Our Fabrics

EST. 1903

Generations of fine wool, silk & mohair craftsmanship.

From its humble beginnings as a simple draper in 1903, the family-run Tallia di Delfino mill has evolved into a producer of some of the world’s finest wool, silk, and mohair fabrics. Working with their parent company, the Marzotto Group, since 2008, Delfino has tapped into advanced resources in research, sustainability, and production techniques to bring a premium, ethically crafted product while retaining their artisanal tradition. Through it all, they’ve taken inspiration from their 150-year-old fabrics archive and within their restored 1920s factory building. This dedication to authentic quality is just one of the reasons this esteemed mill remains a Suitsupply go-to season after season.

The Expertise Behind Delfino

Delfino’s fine luxury fabrics are the result of generational expertise and a respect for the environment that’s been central since its founding. Though situated among pristine, mineral-rich streams whose waters act like natural fabric softeners, Delfino owes its success to more than its location. Generations of respected artisans bring a seasoned eye for detail and a commitment to preserving the art of crafting the fine handmade fabrics we proudly feature in our collections. Over a century of this ethos has allowed Delfino to become one of the world’s most lauded weavers, prized by the world’s biggest brands and tailors, and a regular among our suits and jackets

Mohair, Silk & Solaro

Among Delfino’s celebrated fabrics, you’ll find three main standouts—mohair, silk, & Solaro wool blends. Mohair, a fabric made from the hair of the Angora goat, offers a rich, robust woolen structure close to that of cashmere. Both durable and resilient, it is notable for its high luster and sheen.

Delfino’s silk blends are crafted by using fine warp threads and uneven weft threads made from silkworm cocoons, resulting in a smooth, tightly-woven surface that grants a lustrous effect. When blended with wool, cotton, or other fibers, silk adds strength, softness, and a luxurious sheen to the fabric.

Dynamic Color — No other fabric offers the rich iridescent coloration of Solaro.

Their most unique offering, however, is their “Solaro” fabric. At first look, it might appear as a classic light brown fabric, but upon a closer look, shades of tan and brick red start to emerge. While specific shades sometimes vary, Solaro’s traditional look is made by weaving brick red and light olive-green wool yarns together, typically in a herringbone weave. The variation of the warp and the weft yarns creates an iridescent effect, which captures light and reflects it in different shades.

“ Sustainability is in our DNA.”

Giorgio Todesco, CEO