Omega

Omega is an Italian leather glove manufacturer in Naples, where the tradition of glove making has been passed down through five generations.

Real people behind our products

For our boutique's selection, we want to offer a range of leather gloves that meets the needs of even the most demanding gentleman, so the leather gloves are made to order especially for the Saarn boutique. Our selection includes soft winter gloves made from lamb leather with a warm cashmere lining, as well as driving gloves made from soft leather. We design the gloves ourselves, ensuring a unique selection of high-quality leather gloves.

We visited Naples and met Alberto, who enthusiastically shared the story of his company. He is the fifth generation of Omega and has spent time making gloves since he was a little boy, learning his skills from his father and grandfather. He continues this wonderful and unique glove factory that has been operating since 1923.

We got to see how the leather is first worked, stretched, and then cut to shape so that all the necessary pieces are cut from the same hide. It's important that the gloves are made from the same piece of leather so that both pairs are as similar as possible. For Alberto, it's important that the work stages follow the old glove-making traditions. There is no automation; all steps are done by hand.

The gloves are sewn in an apartment with just a few rooms in the center of Naples, which is Omega's "factory." The place is personal and authentic, with old sewing machines exuding history. The gloves are sewn near the window so that the natural light is at its best, making it easy to see all the details of the leather.

A story spanning five generations

Some cities are historically linked to traditional craftsmanship, and Naples is the capital of glove production. This city is especially known for glove making, which began in one of its oldest districts called "Sanità." In 1923, Gennaro Squillace founded Omega Srl, the oldest glove factory in Naples. This traditional glove production has continued for over two centuries.

Quality is ensured by many work stages

The entire production process, including tanning, dyeing, and treatment, belongs to the craft tradition dating back to Roman times, and takes place at the foot of Vesuvius under the close supervision of the Squillace family. Cutting, sewing, and quality control are carried out in the atelier located in the historic glove maker's neighborhood.

Despite the minimal appearance, as many as 25 production steps are required to make a single glove, each strictly performed by hand by masters with a "lifetime" of expertise in this craft. During the creation process, the glove passes through hands, experiences, and traditions that ensure unique and high-quality creations.

Omega production is small-scale and limited, which always guarantees the highest attention to detail. The gloves are made from the finest leathers, such as plongé lamb, peccary, and deer, and are lined with pure Biella silk and cashmere, ensuring the highest Made in Napoli quality.