Today
Timeless Heritage
COLOMBO uses only the top 1% of first-grade crocodile leather, pioneering vivid, natural dyeing techniques and advanced craftsmanship. Each piece is handcrafted in Milan with a commitment to elegance, creativity, and tradition. The brand’s legacy continues to inspire timeless, modern luxury.
1972
Via Della Spiga
A second boutique opened on Via Della Spiga, contributing to the transformation of the street into Milan’s most prestigious fashion destination. COLOMBO remains the only original brand still present there today. This expansion cemented its status in Italian luxury retail.
1960
Embracing Exotic Leather
COLOMBO began crafting handbags using exotic leathers, especially crocodile, setting a new standard in luxury accessories.
1953
The First Boutique
COLOMBO launched its first women’s handbag collection with the opening of a boutique on Via Turati in Milan. The refined crocodile leather designs quickly won the hearts of elegant women. This marked the brand’s transition into luxury fashion.
1937
A Legacy Begins
COLOMBO was founded when Luigia Colombo inherited her family’s leather business after marrying into the Moretti family of Milan. Rooted in natural dyeing and artisanal craftsmanship, the brand began by producing horse saddles and harnesses. Luigia’s vision set the foundation for COLOMBO’s excellence in leatherwork.
