Following the relaunch of its fragrance and eyewear lines in early 2025, Borsalino is expanding into leather goods. The Italian milliner will develop a line of high-end bags and accessories through a partnership with the Ticino-based manufacturer Gamat, whose clients include Giorgio Armani, Dsquared2 and Off-White.

The Italian label, acquired in 2018 by Haeres Equita — the investment fund led by Philippe Camperio — has previously developed small leather goods under its own name. However, this is the first time it has offered a fully fledged line of products. As general manager Mauro Baglietto notes: “With this new leather goods licence, Borsalino is writing a new chapter in its history.”

This five-year licence agreement covers the design, production and distribution of the new line of bags and accessories. The first collection is set to debut for Autumn/Winter 2026–2027. The first models will be unveiled at the forthcoming Milan Fashion Week.

The sales campaign will launch in November, with products reaching the market in September 2026 through the 17 Borsalino boutiques, a selection of multi-brand stores, international department stores, and the brand’s e-commerce site.

“Co-designed with Gamat, this leather accessories collection aims to enrich customers’ wardrobes with pieces to accompany them on their travels or in everyday life, without compromising on style and functionality,” the house said in a statement, adding that each piece will offer the same quality as Borsalino’s famous felt hats.

Founded in 1998 by Alessandro Mazzucchelli in Chiasso, Switzerland, Gamat produces more than 700,000 leather items annually, including bags and accessories for brands positioned in the mid- to high-end segment. With approximately 50 clients worldwide, the company provides integrated management across Europe and Asia for each project, encompassing everything from raw material selection to prototyping and production, as well as quality control.