What makes Ermenegildo Zegna suits special? And how do you pronounce Ermenegildo Zegna? Read on to find out.

Italian entrepreneur Ermenegildo Zegna established his textile company in 1910, at the age of 18. His vision was to create premium-quality fabrics–he sourced wool directly from Mongolia and Australia, and used technologically advanced machinery he bought from England. Soon, Zegna began to export his luxury fabrics internationally. 

After his death, Zegna’s sons took over the company, expanding the business into ready-to-wear and opening boutiques all over the world.

Today, the Ermenegildo Zegna brand is a leader in luxury menswear, with Alessandro Sartori as its artistic director. New York-based fashion label Thom Browne is part of the Ermenegildo Zegna Group.

Before we go any further, let’s address the elephant in the room–how do you say Ermenegildo Zegna?

How to pronounce Ermenegildo Zegna

The Italian name Ermenegildo Zegna looks tricky to pronounce, but we can assure you it’s easier than it looks! All you need is a little bit of practice.

Here’s how to pronounce Ermenegildo Zegna, the Italian way: EHR-MEH-NEH-JIL-DOH ZEN-YA.

If that’s too confusing, watch this video made by the brand itself–you will hear them pronounce Ermenegildo Zegna at the 0:06 timestamp.

Ermenegildo Zegna suits for men

Ermenegildo Zegna is renowned for its luxury suits for men, made from the finest wools. From sleek suits to sophisticated evening tuxedos, there’s an Ermenegildo Zegna suit for every style and occasion.

For the contemporary man, Zegna combines flattering silhouettes and quality fabrics to offer comfort and versatility. This blue wool and mohair suit features a sleek, modern silhouette. It’s perfect for men who live a fast-paced lifestyle, but still want to look classy. Try wearing it over a turtleneck sweater, rather than a classic shirt.

For more formal occasions, Ermenegildo Zegna offers a range of classic suits in timeless colors—shades of blue and grey. The navy blue 12milmil12 wool suit is crafted from one of the most luxurious and rare fabrics out there: superfine Australian wool. At only 12 micron, this fabric’s finesse exceeds that of cashmere. We also love this classic grey single-breasted suit.

Looking for something to wear for an exclusive event? Ermenegildo Zegna tuxedos are the pinnacle of style! Made from Zegna Multiseason wool, the brand’s black two-piece tuxedos can be worn all year round. Pair them with a Milano white shirt and a black bow-tie.

Outside of suits, Ermenegildo Zegna offers shirts, knitwear, denim, activewear, shoes, and accessories. Ermenegildo Zegna boxers are especially popular–made from stretch cotton, these boxers feature the Ermenegildo Zegna logo on the waistband, and come in a variety of colors.

So, why are Ermenegildo Zegna suits special?

So, what makes Ermenegildo Zegna suits so special?

It comes down to a few reasons:

 

• Premium quality fabrics. Ermenegildo Zegna prides itself on using only the finest fabrics for its suits–from cashmere wool to vicuna wool to linen. In 2014, the brand acquired ACHILLFARM, in New South Wales, Australia, a farm with six generations worth of expertise in producing the best Merino wool. The Zegna Group awards trophies to its suppliers for the production of top-quality raw materials.

 

 

• Craftsmanship and innovation, made in Italy. From raw material selection to finishing, the complete manufacturing process is carried out in Italy, backing up artisanal craftsmanship with the use of innovative technologies. While the Zegna Wool Mill is the backbone of the company, over the years the Zegna Group has acquired several other textile manufacturers in the North of Italy.

 

• Impeccable style. When it comes to style, Italians truly do it better! Ermenegildo Zegna is synonymous with timeless elegance and class. Ermenegildo Zegna suits are constructed with expertise and meticulous attention to detail. Smart or casual, you will find the suit that is just perfect for you.

Discover our selection of Ermenegildo Zegna suits, Ermenegildo Zegna shirts, and Ermenegildo Zegna knitwear.

 

About the Author

Alex English is the Head of Content Marketing at italist.com, building on a lifelong passion for fashion and luxury. After publishing a lifestyle blog for nearly ten years and obtaining an MBA in Milan at SDA Bocconi, one of Europe’s top business schools, he joined the italist team in 2019. His work since then has focused on upper-funnel messaging, brand storytelling, establishing italist as a thought leader in the space, and enriching the customer experience on the platform. Find him on LinkedIn.