Piazza Sempione

Womenswear company. Founded in 1990, it takes its name from a square in Milan. Their very wearable pieces are designed by Marisa Guerrizio. With an annual production of 250,000 garments, and over 540 sale points throughout the world, the company has a steady annual growth of 20%. In 2004 Piazza Sempione had a turnover of 34 million euros, an increase of 13% on the previous year, and their gross operating margins increased by 11%, improving company profitability. Some great photographers have worked on the label’s advertising campaigns, amongst whom Michael O’Brien, Sarah Moon, Armin Linke, and Patricia Peacock.