About Us

Established in 1905 in Gallarate, Italy by Pietro Albeni Tessitura Albeni manufactured wool fabrics for flags, linen and linings. The company was subsequently run by Pietro’s daughter, Edwige, in partnership with Giannino Orani, an expert in new textile technology, who decided to extend the range into fabrics for tailoring. Tessitura Albeni obtained a patent for their double-face tie lining, and in 1954 they were the very first to start manufacturing this lining. In the 1960s the two partners decided to specialize in the manufacturing and cutting of tie lining fabrics, becoming a market leader. Today Albeni provides the most important Italian and foreign tie makers with custom-made specialized fabrics and shapes. From custom tie linings, the company has expanded into the production of made-to-measure ties. Our long standing relationships with the leading silk manufacturers in Como, and the creation of our tailoring department is the basis for our custom-made ties.