Knitwear

Fortela’s men’s knitwear is indicative of excellence in Italian craftsmanship, whose designs take their cue from iconic vintage styles of the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s. Each garment tells a story of quality, made with meticulous care and special attention to detail. Fortela stands out for its vintage culture, which makes each garment unique and rich in history, and the knit of our cardigans encapsulates that history, as does the research that goes into each sweater. It’s all about expectations – for us and for the people who wear our sweaters. HENRY, for instance, is a cardigan with a shawl collar and a Navajo-inspired geometric jacquard design featuring earthy colors, recalling the rich traditions of craftwork among Native Americans. Fortela uses only the highest quality materials, which, in the case of our sweaters, are dyed and woven using traditional techniques that respect the environment. Fortela’s men’s sweaters pump up the volume when it comes to cotton knits. WHITCHURCH, John Smedley’s Sea Island cotton cardigan, features a traditional and elegant design. Indeed, our sweaters are made for the discerning man who appreciates classic clothing that never goes out of style. Their designs are comfortable and practical, without jumping on the bandwagon of the latest trends. They take inspiration from the clothes worn by style icons like Steve McQueen and John F. Kennedy, bringing out a discreet but powerful elegance. Fortela sweaters also sport the famed orange stitching around the logo – it’s become the symbol of our brand. It provides not only recognizability, but also recalls the Fortela mission, which is the creation of clothing that strikes the perfect balance between tradition and innovation. The versatility of Fortela’s line of men’s sweaters can be seen in the ease with which they match up with a broad range of pants, shirts and sweatshirts for outfits that are the expression of timeless elegance. Fortela’s success worldwide may be attributed to Alessandro Squarzi’s commitment to remaining faithful to his roots and inspiration, through clothes and accessories that tell of a past rich in meaning, which is masterfully reinterpreted for today’s discerning lovers of classic fashion. Fortela celebrates vintage culture with the desire to pass it down to this and future generations, offering a unique experience in men’s sweaters, in which each garment is more than just clothing – it is a story worth wearing.