XACUS

What XACUS does

Xacus Srl is an Italian bespoke shirt atelier founded in 1956 and headquartered in San Vito di Leguzzano (Vicenza), Italy, with a registered share capital of €1,500,000 and 251–500 employees. The company designs, manufactures, and sells tailored shirts and related apparel (blouses, dresses, trousers, knitwear, accessories) for men and women, organized across multiple sub-brands including Xacus Active Shirts, Xacus Essentials, Xacus Travel Shirts, Xacus Legacy, Xacus Knitted Shirts, Xacus Unfold, and Xacus Timeless Elegance. Its technical offering rests on proprietary fabric technologies such as Xacus g_pwdr® and an Active Shirt line built on Aquafil ECONYL® regenerated nylon derived from recovered fishing nets, combined with premium cotton fabrics sourced from Italian mills Thomas Mason, Cotonificio Albini, Tessitura Monti, Achille Pinto, and Liberty of London.

The business operates a direct-to-consumer model through a Shopify-based e-commerce storefront (xacus.com) shipping globally with multi-currency support (EUR, USD, GBP) and free shipping above USD 490, complemented by a single flagship retail showroom in Brera, Milan, and a dedicated B2B portal (b2b.xacus.com) for wholesale/corporate clients. Pricing is unit-based with individual shirts ranging from approximately $176 to $590+ depending on fabric and construction, and customer engagement is evidenced by a Feedaty rating of 4.8/5 across 6,998 verified reviews. Revenue is generated through one-time unit sales across both consumer and business channels, with no subscription, licensing, or recurring revenue mechanics disclosed.

The company emphasizes Italian sartorial heritage, sustainable and responsible supply chains, and cultural positioning through a recurring "The Art of Becoming" artist collaboration series (Bosa Ceramics, Simone Brillarelli, Matteo Cibic, Anaïs Herd-Smith, Nazareno Biondo, Elena Salmistraro). It maintains no disclosed funding rounds, parent company, M&A activity, or public listing; ownership remains private and undisclosed.

Name

XACUS

Legal name

Xacus Srl

Website

https://xacus.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Xacus is an Italian bespoke shirt atelier founded in 1956 that designs, manufactures, and sells tailored shirts, blouses, knitwear, and related apparel for men and women through global DTC e-commerce, a B2B portal, and a Milan flagship store.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Vicenza

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct E-commerce Sales: Primary revenue stream through the company's Shopify-based e-commerce platform selling shirts, blouses, knitwear, and accessories directly to consumers globally. Prices range from approximately $176 to $590+ depending on product type and materials.
2. B2B Sales: The company operates a separate B2B portal (b2b.xacus.com) suggesting business-to-business sales channels for corporate clients or retailers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Xacus Srl is an Italian bespoke shirt atelier that designs, manufactures, and sells tailored shirts, blouses, knitwear, and accessories for men and women. The company retails primarily through its own Shopify-based e-commerce platform (xacus.com), complemented by a Brera flagship store in Milan and a dedicated B2B portal (b2b.xacus.com) for wholesale and corporate customers. Offerings span multiple proprietary collections (Active, Essentials, Travel, Legacy, Knitted, Unfold, Timeless Elegance) using premium fabrics sourced from Italian mills and proprietary technologies including g_pwdr® and Active Shirt polyamide fabrics made from ECONYL® regenerated nylon in partnership with Aquafil.

Product overview

Xacus is an Italian bespoke shirt atelier specializing in tailored shirts and custom shirts for men and women. The product portfolio centers on men's dress shirts and women's shirts/blouses across multiple sub-brands and collections including Xacus Active Shirts (technical shirts made from recycled materials), Xacus Essentials (timeless classics), Xacus Travel Shirts, Xacus Legacy, Xacus Knitted Shirts, Xacus Unfold, and Xacus Timeless Elegance (women's). The core offering spans dress shirts, casual shirts, formal evening shirts, knitwear, and women's blouses, dresses, and trousers. Fabrics include linen, poplin, oxford, twill, denim, stretch, and proprietary technologies like Active Fabrics (polyamide from recycled fishing nets via Aquafil) and g_pwdr technology. The brand emphasizes Italian craftsmanship, sustainable practices, and responsible supply chains.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Xacus Active Shirts: Technical shirts made from performance fabrics including recycled materials from fishing nets, featuring wrinkle-resistance and quick-dry properties
• Xacus Essentials
• Xacus Travel Shirts
• Xacus Legacy
• Xacus Knitted Shirts
• Xacus Unfold
• Xacus Timeless Elegance
• Xacus Knit & T-shirt

Products and services

• Xacus Active Shirts (Men) Technical performance dress shirts for men combining formal aesthetics with active-wear functionality such as wrinkle-resistance, stretch, and quick-dry properties, made with sustainable regenerated nylon. Targeted at men seeking formal shirts that withstand travel and active lifestyles.
• Xacus Active Shirts (Women) Women's technical performance shirts and blouses with the same Active Shirt polyamide technology as the men's line, providing wrinkle-resistance, stretch, and sustainability for active professional women.
• Xacus Essentials Core collection of timeless classic shirts for every occasion, providing foundational wardrobe essentials for men and women with emphasis on quality and enduring Italian style.
• Xacus Travel Shirts Travel-oriented shirt collection engineered for easy care and wrinkle-resistance, targeting frequent travelers and dynamic professionals who need polished appearance without ironing.
• Xacus Legacy Heritage collection that preserves traditional Italian shirtmaking techniques and classic styling for customers seeking authentic sartorial craftsmanship.
• Xacus Knitted Shirts Shirt collection constructed from knitted fabrics for enhanced comfort, stretch, and a softer hand-feel compared with traditional woven shirts.
• Xacus Unfold Contemporary shirt collection featuring modern design elements and innovative styling for fashion-forward customers.
• Xacus Timeless Elegance (Women) Women's signature collection of enduring elegant designs suitable for professional attire, special occasions, and versatile everyday wear.
• Xacus Knitwear Men's and women's wool knitwear including sweaters and polos made with fine yarns from selected mills, applying shirtmaking expertise to knitwear construction.
• Men's Formal and Evening Shirts Men's formal dress shirts for special occasions including weddings and black-tie events, featuring French cuffs, mother-of-pearl buttons, and wingtip collars.
• Women's Dresses and Chemisier Women's dress and chemisier (shirt-dress) collection in various fabrics including linen, muslin, indigo, and viscose for elegant and versatile wear.
• Women's Trousers and Skirts Women's trouser and skirt collection in various fabrics including poplin, linen, and patterned designs for professional and casual wear.
• Xacus Gift Card Digital gift cards available for purchase and redemption against any Xacus product, suitable for gifting.
• Xacus B2B Portal Dedicated business-to-business sales portal for wholesale buyers, corporate clients, and retailers to purchase Xacus shirts and apparel in volume.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• AquafilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Aquafil to source ECONYL® regenerated nylon made from recycled fishing nets for the Active Shirt collection. This enables sustainable fabric production by recovering abandoned fishing nets from the seabed and converting them into premium fabrics.
• Thomas MasonflagshipTechnology or IntegrationPremier Italian fabric mill partnership providing access to premium cotton fabrics. Thomas Mason is one of the world's most prestigious fabric weavers, supplying fine cotton to luxury shirt makers.
• Cotonificio AlbiniflagshipTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Cotonificio Albini, one of Italy's leading fabric manufacturers known for premium cotton shirt fabrics and innovative textile solutions.
• Tessitura MontiflagshipTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Tessitura Monti, a prestigious Italian textile company specializing in premium shirt fabrics with a focus on quality and innovation.
• Liberty Fabric (Liberty of London)coreTechnology or IntegrationCollaboration with Liberty of London for exclusive fabric collections, combining Xacus's shirt-making expertise with Liberty's iconic print designs.
• Achille PintocoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Achille Pinto, an established Italian fabric manufacturer, providing access to their premium textile collections.
• Bosa CeramicsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerArtist collaboration featuring ceramic artist Giovanni Motta's Bosa Ceramics collection, creating limited edition artistic pieces.
• Simone BrillarelliminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration with artist Simone Brillarelli as part of 'The Art of Becoming' series of artist collaborations.
• Matteo CibicminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration with designer Matteo Cibic as part of 'The Art of Becoming' series of artist collaborations.
• Anaïs Herd-SmithminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration with artist Anaïs Herd-Smith as part of 'The Art of Becoming' series of artist collaborations.
• Nazareno BiondominorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration with artist Nazareno Biondo as part of 'The Art of Becoming' series of artist collaborations.
• Elena SalmistrarominorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration with artist Elena Salmistraro as part of 'The Art of Becoming' series of artist collaborations.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Thomas Pink: British heritage shirt brand (now part of LVMH) selling premium shirting through DTC and selective retail. Comparable to Xacus as a premium dress shirt specialist with global reach and an emphasis on fabric and design.
• Charles Tyrwhitt: UK-based DTC premium shirtmaker selling tailored and casual shirts directly to consumers globally with multi-currency pricing. Most direct comparable to Xacus in channel mix, price band (££), and product focus on men's dress and casual shirts.
• Turnbull & Asser: British heritage shirtmaker with flagship stores and DTC, positioned in the luxury shirting segment with formal, business, and casual dress shirts. Comparable to Xacus at the premium end with iconic collar and cuff detailing.
• Eton Shirts: Swedish premium shirt manufacturer positioned between accessible and luxury, with a focus on fabric quality, finishing, and direct-to-consumer online plus selective wholesale. Comparable to Xacus in premium shirting, proprietary fabric treatments, and grown-up dressy aesthetic.
• Brooks Brothers: American heritage shirt and menswear brand with a wide dress shirt assortment, multiple fits, and global DTC plus flagship stores. Comparable to Xacus as an established premium shirt specialist with multi-generational brand equity and similar formality spectrum.
• Barba Napoli: Naples-based Italian shirt specialist focused on artisanal shirting with premium fabrics and tailored fits. Directly comparable to Xacus as an Italian heritage premium shirtmaker targeting dressy and smart-casual use cases.
• Luigi Borrelli: Naples-based Italian luxury shirtmaker known for high-end fabric sourcing, artisanal construction, and premium price points. Highly comparable to Xacus on Italian craftsmanship, premium mill sourcing, and formal shirt specialty.

Emerging players

• Proper Cloth: US-based custom and made-to-measure shirt DTC brand with broad fabric selection and online fit customization. Comparable to Xacus's custom/tailored offering and DTC-first model, though more focused on made-to-measure than ready-to-wear.

Broad incumbents

• Suitsupply: Dutch premium menswear retailer and brand with vertical DTC and global flagship stores offering shirts, suits, and casualwear. Comparable to Xacus in DTC premium menswear positioning and global e-commerce scale, though broader assortment than Xacus's shirt-led portfolio.
• Canali: Italian luxury menswear house offering full suits, shirting, knitwear, and accessories through global DTC, retail, and wholesale. Comparable to Xacus on Italian craftsmanship and premium positioning, though operates as a broader luxury incumbent rather than a shirt specialist.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Xacus_

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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