Rino Mastrotto announces a strategic collaboration with Istituto Marangoni Paris

The Rino Mastrotto Group, a leading international manufacturer of leather, fabrics and services for the high-end fashion and Luxury announces the beginning of an inspiring collaboration with the renowned fashion school Istituto Marangoni Paris.

This partnership represents a shared commitment to creativity, innovation, and sustainability in the world of fashion.

As part of the collaboration, Rino Mastrotto will provide high-quality leather materials to support the students in the development of their upcoming fashion show collections.

The contribution goes beyond the material: Rino Mastrotto Group will bring its expertise to the students through hands-on workshops, specialized product lessons, and a dedicated sustainability masterclass.

The initiative includes an in-depth workshop focusing on responsible sourcing and circular design, aimed at deepening students’ understanding of the materials they work with.

By introducing concepts such as traceability, biodegradability, and circularity, Rino Mastrotto seeks to empower the next generation of designers to make informed, conscious choices in their creative process.

This partnership marks a meaningful step in bridging industry and education, fostering a dialogue between craftsmanship, innovation, and the future of fashion.

“At Rino Mastrotto, we believe that true innovation in luxury comes from combining excellence in craftsmanship with a deep sense of responsibility toward the environment and future generations. Collaborating with Istituto Marangoni Paris means investing in the next generation of creative talent and supporting their journey with the materials, knowledge, and values that define sustainable luxury.”
— Matteo Mastrotto, CEO, Rino Mastrotto

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“At Istituto Marangoni Paris, we believe that educating future designers goes beyond teaching style — it is about shaping a mindset where creativity, innovation, and responsibility define the true essence of luxury. This collaboration with Rino Mastrotto allows our students to experiment with materials while embracing sustainability as an integral part of their design journey.”

About Rino Mastrotto
A strategic partner of leading luxury brands, Rino Mastrotto is headquartered in Trissino, in the province of Vicenza. The Group, partly owned by Prada Group, employs more than 1,500 people across five continents and recorded revenues of €327.8 million in 2024.

Rino Mastrotto brings together numerous companies and brands specialized in the luxury segment. In Italy, for the high-fashion sector, Basmar and Pomari, Nuova Osba, Conceria Superior, Tannerie Limoges, Tessitura Oreste Mariani, and Mapel stand out on the international stage as key references in the luxury leather goods, footwear, and apparel supply chain. These are centers of excellence, valued both for the uniqueness of their products and for their commitment to the ESG practices required by the world’s most prestigious brands.

Rino Mastrotto is also active in the automotive sector through the Italian company Brusarosco and the Swedish-based Elmo Leather; in interior design through its Italian division, Elmo Leather Sweden, and its North American distributor Carroll Leather; and in the textile field with JacqArt, the new venture launched in July 2025 in partnership with the Marzotto Group.

In addition, the Tuscan company Morelab stands out as a specialized provider of tailor-made services, further enriching the Group’s offering in the luxury sector.

About Istituto Marangoni Paris

Istituto Marangoni was founded in 1935 in Milan as ‘Istituto Artistico dell’Abbigliamento Marangoni’, and has been a top educational choice for creatives in the worlds of fashion, art and design for 90 years. With four generations of students from 5 continents, it was the springboard for over 45,000 luxury professionals, including Domenico Dolce, Alessandro Sartori, Paula Cademartori, Gilda Ambrosio, Julie de Libran and Nicola Brognano. Istituto Marangoni currently welcomes about 6,000 students from 108 different countries every year in its schools in the world capitals of fashion, art and design, including Milano, Firenze, Paris, London, Dubai, Riyadh, Mumbai, Shanghai, Shenzhen* and Miami*. Istituto Marangoni is ranked among the 100 best universities in the world in its fields according to QS World University Ranking 2025.