Rubelli tells the story of silk

A new book, chronicling the life of the Rubelli family and the company's extraordinary textiles has hit the bookstores and is worth a celebration.



Last month at the DDB, Margaret Russell, Editor-in-Chief of Architectural Digest, joined Nicolo Favaretto Rubelli, CEO of Rubelli and Andrea Favaretto Rubelli, CEO of Donghia for a special presentation of the book.


“I’ll tell you a Venetian story spanning two centuries. Five generations, six brands, five continents: our history, yesterday, today and tomorrow.” - Alessandro Favaretto Rubelli

Rubelli: A Story of Silk in Venice, written by Irene Favaretto (sister of Alessandro), takes you through the history in photographs, archiving the company's work.



The book is on sale now, pick up your copy and indulge in the rich history.

About Rubelli Textiles:
Currently run by the fifth generation of the Rubelli family, the company produces and sells top end, high-quality furnishing fabrics - brocade, damask, velvet, silk and lampas.

In the News: Donghia Announces Distribution of Hinson & Company

Donghia has recently announce its distribution of Hinson & Company, the celebrated brand regarded for its extensive textile, wallcovering, and lighting collections.

Beginning now in all national showrooms, Donghia will carry Hinson textiles and wallcoverings, lighting. New collections are slated to be introduced biannually beginning in Spring 2012 and Hinson will be merchandised throughout the Donghia showroom network over the next few months.

“This is a significant opportunity for Hinson and I believe that the integrity of our brand will thrive with such an established company as Donghia," said Harry Hinson, founder of Hinson & Company. "Our visions for growth and our commitment to superior quality are aligned."

The breadth of Hinson & Company products will immediately offer designs which are unlike anything else currently displayed in the Donghia showrooms. Hinson will seamlessly integrate into the collections of Donghia forming a destination for both 20th and 21st century iconic pieces.

“We are eager to support the Hinson brand and honor the work of Harry Hinson," said Crans Baldwin, President of Donghia, Inc. "Mr. Hinson is a leader in our industry and we are privileged to help write the next chapter of this brand’s story."

Rubelli owner Andrea Rubelli warmly welcomed the Hinson brand on behalf of his family stating his looking forward "to a profitable endeavor in the United States and ultimately in other nations around the world."