GUCCI
Gucci was founded in 1921 by Guccio Gucci in Florence. As a young man, Guccio worked at London's Savoy hotel as a bellboy, handling the luggage of the hotel's affluent clients. Here he learned to appreciate fashions, quality, fabrics and the toll of traveling conditions. Under the direction of his son Aldo, Gucci became a known across the globe. Gucci accessories became very desirable and the signature double-G symbol, combined with prominent red and green bands, set the brand apart from its rivals. Jackie Kennedy toted a Gucci purse and Grace Kelly one of the brands bamboo bags.
