Tallia di Delfino Mill

Tallia di Delfino

Tallia di Delfino began in 1903 as a draper and is now a family-run mill making wool, silk and mohair fabrics. It has been part of the Marzotto Group since 2008, and works from a restored 1920s factory building with an archive of historic fabrics that informs its designs.

The mill is known for three fabrics. Mohair, from the Angora goat, is a durable, resilient fibre with a high lustre. Its silk blends are woven with fine warp threads and uneven weft threads made from silkworm cocoons, which gives a smooth, tightly woven surface; blended with wool or cotton, silk adds strength and softness. Solaro is woven from brick-red and light olive-green wool yarns, usually in a herringbone weave, so a light brown cloth reveals tan and red tones that shift with the light.

Delfino fabrics appear regularly in our suits and jackets.

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 hand-made 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, prised 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 woollen structure close to that of cashmere. Both durable and resilient, it is notable for its high lustre 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 grant a lustrous effect. When blended with wool, cotton, or other fibres, silk adds strength, softness, and a luxurious sheen to the fabric.

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 create an iridescent effect which captures light and reflects it in different shades.

A Commitment to Conscious Craftsmanship

From reducing their carbon footprint to their use of traceable wool, Delfino has raised the bar on ethical production through modern technology and socially conscious practices. They not only produce their own clean, efficient energy through solar power, but, when a surplus is available, Delfino gives back to the community, expanding its effort to reduce carbon emissions beyond its own operation.

When it comes to traceability, Delfino maintains strict supervision over their selection of raw wool—working with partners who can guarantee fair labour standards and fully traceable raw materials. The result of these efforts is a selection of premium wool and wool blend fabrics that are produced transparently, sustainably, and ethically.