Furla

Furla is an Italian company best known for its handbags, accessories, and footwear, all crafted with a blend of modern design and traditional Italian craftsmanship. The business started in 1927 in Bologna, when Aldo Furlanetto opened a small workshop dedicated to leather goods. From those early days as a family-run operation, Furla gradually grew into an international brand, opening its first flagship store in the 1950s and steadily building a presence across Europe and beyond.

As of November 2025, Furla operates about 400 stores worldwide, with locations in Europe, Asia, the Americas, and the Middle East. The company remains privately owned by the Furlanetto family, which has helped it maintain a consistent focus on quality and Italian heritage. Over the past five years, Furla has sharpened its expansion strategy, targeting key markets in Asia-Pacific and North America, especially China, Japan, the United States, and South Korea, as well as maintaining a strong position in Europe. The brand has also deepened its presence in travel retail, forming partnerships with leading airport operators and department stores to reach international travelers and local shoppers alike.

Furla’s stores come in several formats, including standalone boutiques, shop-in-shops, and travel retail locations, all designed to reflect the brand’s contemporary style. This flexibility allows Furla to fit into a variety of high-traffic settings, from luxury shopping centers to major airports. The company’s ongoing growth, international credibility, and ability to adapt its retail footprint make it a reliable and attractive tenant for landlords and developers looking for brands that can anchor premium destinations and drive consistent foot traffic. Furla’s expansion is deliberate and visible, with new store openings and partnerships signaling both stability and ambition in the global retail landscape.