TESSITURA TOSCANA TELERIE

What TESSITURA TOSCANA TELERIE does

Tessitura Toscana Telerie S.r.l. is an Italian home-textile producer headquartered in Sesto Fiorentino (Florence province), tracing its origins to 1946 and operating with approximately 25 employees. The company designs and produces a unified home-textile assortment organised around three collections — Table and Kitchen, Bed Sets, and Home Decor — covering 14 product categories including tablecloths, table runners, napkins, placemats, tea towels, duvet covers, sheet sets, fitted sheets, light quilts, sofa throws, decorative cushions, floor mats, and related accessories. Designs are originated by in-house illustrators using hand-drawn techniques and then reproduced onto 100% natural fabrics (linen, cotton percale, cotton sateen) via advanced digital printing, enabling exclusive prints across thematic collections (Spring-like, Elegant, Floral, Exotic, Mediterranean, Marine, Romantic, Modern, Folk).

The business model is multi-channel. The primary D2C motion runs through the owned Shopify-powered storefront at tessituratoscana.com (with English and Italian versions), where individual consumers place one-time purchases via cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Amazon Pay, Klarna or Scalapay installment plans; unit prices range from €8 (cushion inserts) to €218+ (quilted bedspreads), with free shipping over €70. A separate B2B/wholesale portal at shop.tessituratoscanatelerie.it serves registered resellers. Physical sales occur at a recently restyled factory outlet in Sesto Fiorentino and through a network of partner boutiques in Tuscany and major Italian cities. International visibility is generated through participation in design fairs such as Maison&Objet Paris (September 2026). The company is privately held, structured as an Italian S.r.l., with no disclosed external investors or subsidiaries.

Sustainability is operationally embedded rather than purely marketing-facing: products carry OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification, and the company is a partner of the Better Cotton Initiative and participant in the Higg Index sustainability program. Production uses natural fibers spun without sizing or gluing agents, and packaging incorporates recycled fiber. Strategic intent from the available evidence centres on extending the brand's artisanal positioning into cross-border wholesale and design-led retail rather than scaling consumer volumes aggressively, consistent with the small fixed headcount and curated product surface area.

Name

TESSITURA TOSCANA TELERIE

Legal name

Tessitura Toscana Telerie S.r.l.

Website

https://tessituratoscanatelerie.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tessitura Toscana Telerie is an Italian home-textile producer (founded 1946, ~25 employees, Sesto Fiorentino) that designs, digitally prints, and sells linen and cotton table, bed, and décor collections via a Shopify B2C storefront, a B2B wholesale portal, a factory outlet, and Italian partner boutiques.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Home Textiles

NAICS

Curtain and Linen Mills (31412)

SIC

Apparel & Other Finishd Prods Of Fabrics & Similar Matl (2300), Retail-Home Furniture, Furnishings & Equipment Stores (5700)

akta.pro primary industry

Table & Dining Textiles Manufacturing (Tablecloths/Napkins/Placemats/Runners) (IMAOAKAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Decorative & Soft Furnishings Manufacturing (Cushion Covers/Throws/Quilts) (IMAOAKAG), Table Linens Retail (Tablecloths, Napkins, Runners, Placemats) (CRAIALAE), Soft Home Décor Textiles Retail (Throws, Blankets, Cushion Covers) (CRAIALAG), Bedding Retail (Sheets, Comforters, Duvets, Pillows, Mattress Toppers) (CRAIALAA)

Keywords

• Italian home textiles
• Linen table linens
• Artisanal bed linens
• Decorative cushions
• Digital printed fabrics

Headquarters

HQ city

SESTO FIORENTINO, Fi

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. B2C E-commerce Sales: Direct consumer sales through tessituratoscana.com online store. Consumers purchase products for personal use at listed retail prices. Payment processed via credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Amazon Pay, Google Pay, and Klarna installment payments.
2. B2B/Wholesale Sales: Reseller area accessible via shop.tessituratoscanatelerie.it for wholesale buyers. Separate B2B channel with potentially different pricing structures for registered resellers.
3. Factory Store/Outlet Sales: Physical factory outlet store selling current collections and discounted/overstock items directly to consumers visiting the Tuscany location.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Tessitura Toscana Telerie designs, produces, and sells high-quality home textile products — including tablecloths, table runners, napkins, placemats, tea towels, duvet covers, sheet sets, fitted sheets, light quilts, sofa throws, decorative cushions, throws, and floor mats — primarily made from 100% natural linen and cotton fabrics featuring exclusive hand-drawn illustrations reproduced via digital printing. Products are sold direct-to-consumer through the company's Shopify-powered e-commerce storefront and physical factory outlet, and to wholesale resellers through a dedicated B2B portal, with sustainability credentials including OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification and Better Cotton Initiative partnership.

Product overview

Tessitura Toscana Telerie is an Italian textile company with nearly 80 years of history specializing in high-quality home linens and textiles. The company offers a unified product portfolio organized across three main categories: Table and Kitchen (tablecloths, table runners, napkins, placemats, tea towels), Bed Sets (duvet covers, sheet sets, light quilts/trapuntino, fitted sheets), and Home Decor (sofa throws/mezzeri, decorative cushions, throws, floor mats). All products feature 100% natural fabrics including linen and cotton, with artisanal craftsmanship combined with modern manufacturing. Collections are available in diverse style themes including Spring-like, Elegant, Floral, Exotic, Mediterranean, Marine/Sealife, Romantic, Folk, Pop, and Modern. Products are digitally printed with hand-drawn illustrations created by in-house illustrators. The company participates in international exhibitions and maintains sustainability certifications including OEKO-TEX Standard 100 and Better Cotton Initiative partnership.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tablecloths Decorative table linens in natural linen and cotton, available in Spring-like, Elegant, Floral, Exotic, Mediterranean, and Marine style themes for home dining and table setting.
• Table Runners Decorative table runner linens designed to complement table settings and add an elegant touch to dining experiences.
• Napkins Fabric napkins in pure linen, designed for table settings and available in coordinated patterns matching tablecloths and placemats.
• Placemats Decorative placemats (tovagliette americane) in various styles and sizes, made from natural linen and recycled polyester.
• Tea Towels Kitchen tea towels (canovacci) made from natural fabrics, available in various patterns often coordinated with other table linens.
• Duvet Covers Decorative duvet covers in cotton for bedroom bedding, available in Floral, Exotic, and Romantic themes.
• Sheet Sets Complete bed sheet sets including fitted sheet with elastic, flat top sheet, and pillowcases in double/king and queen sizes, made from cotton percale and cotton sateen.
• Light Quilt (Trapuntino) Lightweight summer quilts and bedspreads ideal for cool spring and summer nights, made with certified materials in cotton and polyester blends, available in sizes 180x270 and 270x270.
• Fitted Sheets Fitted sheets with elastic corners for secure mattress fit, available in single, queen, and double sizes, made from 100% cotton percale and cotton sateen.
• Sofa Throws (Mezzeri) Decorative linen throws and sofa covers designed to protect sofas while adding style, made from fine linen and cotton in Mediterranean, Exotic, and Marine patterns.
• Decorative Cushions Decorative cushion covers in pure linen or cotton sateen, available in square (55x55) and rectangular (40x60) sizes, featuring hand-drawn illustrations printed with advanced digital technology across multiple style themes.
• Throws (Copertine) Decorative throws and blankets for home furnishing made from cotton and cotton blends.
• Floor Mats (Zerbini) Decorative floor mats and kitchen rugs in various sizes, available in Mediterranean style with 100% linen composition or in recycled polyester.
• Cushion Fillings (Riempimento) Polyester cushion fillings ensuring softness, support, and durability, available in 40x60 and 55x55 sizes to match the decorative cushion cover line.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Better Cotton Initiative (BCI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTessitura Toscana Telerie is a partner of BCI, a global network working to make cotton production increasingly sustainable and ethical. This partnership supports the company's commitment to using more ethical cotton in its textile production.
• Higg Index ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe company participates in the Higg Index program, a tool developed to measure and improve sustainability in the textile industry. Being a Higg partner means promoting greater transparency, adopting sustainable practices, and ensuring their effectiveness in reducing carbon emissions and minimizing water use and textile waste.
• OEKO-TEX AssociationcoreOthersProducts are certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100, a strict testing system that verifies the absence of toxic substances and protects consumer health. This certification ensures all textiles are safe for human use.
• ShopifycoreTechnology or IntegrationThe e-commerce store is powered by Shopify, which enables the company to provide online services to customers. Shopify handles hosting, payment processing support, and personal information processing.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• LinenMe: Specialist linen home textile brand selling table linens, bedding, and home decor online with a focus on natural materials and contemporary designs. Comparable on linen-only product positioning and DTC e-commerce-led model.

Direct peers

• Pratesi: Italian luxury linen brand specializing in bed linens, table linens, and bath products with a long heritage. Highly comparable on craftsmanship, materials (cotton/linen), and premium DTC positioning.
• Libeco: Belgian linen specialist producing home textiles, table linens, and bedding from European flax. Directly comparable on natural-fiber focus, sustainability positioning (Masters of Linen), and premium DTC/wholesale distribution.
• Frette: Heritage Italian luxury linen maker producing bed linens, table linens, and home textiles for premium consumers and hospitality. Directly comparable to Tessitura Toscana Telerie in product range, Italian artisanal positioning, and price tier.
• Society Limonta: Italian textile company producing linen and cotton home products including bedding, towels, throws, and table linens. Comparable on materials, modern artisanal aesthetic, and direct-to-consumer model.
• Le Jacquard Français: French heritage manufacturer of table linens (tablecloths, napkins, placemats, runners) with strong artisanal positioning. Directly comparable on core product category, design-led assortment, and premium retail presence.
• Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors: Luxury Italian home textiles and decorative linens brand with bold printed designs. Comparable on premium positioning, distinctive printed patterns, and international distribution through showrooms and exhibitions.
• Garnier-Thiebaut: French heritage textile maker focused on table linens, kitchen textiles, and bedding with printed designs. Highly comparable on table-and-kitchen focus, heritage-driven positioning, and printed natural-fiber products.

Broad incumbents

• Bassetti: Major Italian home textile brand offering bed linens, table linens, and bath products at scale across mass and mid-market retail. Comparable on Italian heritage and product categories, but operates at significantly larger scale with broader price positioning.
• Zara Home: Large global home textiles and decor retailer offering table linens, bedding, cushions, and throws at accessible-to-mid price points. Comparable on product categories and trend-driven assortment, though operating at vastly different scale and price tier.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/tessituratoscanatelerie
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tessituratoscanatelerie

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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