The Brunello Cucinelli brand publishes supplier policies, a Code of Ethics, and Modern Slavery statements referencing Italian leather supply chains (Umbria/Tuscany). LuxMyx treats these as supporting signals—not proof of brand-wide practices. SBTi-aligned GHG targets and human sustainability reports provide additional context; no brand-level LWG/OEKO-TEX certifications are disclosed.
Verification Summary
- Code of Ethics: No child labor, safety compliance.
- Modern Slavery Statement 2023: Leather from Tuscany/Campania.
- Environmental Policy: 60% economic intensity reduction 2019–2028 (SBTi).
- Good On You: Brunello Cucinelli: “Not good enough” overall.
Independent Ratings
- Good On You Rating: “Not good enough” overall (Planet: 2/5 “not good enough”; Labour: “not good enough”; Animal: “not good enough”). Last updated June 2022.
- Ethical Consumer: N/A — no coverage or rating found.
Sustainability & Ethics
Brunello Cucinelli publishes SBTi-aligned climate targets and a Code of Ethics covering labor standards and supply chain conduct.
- GHG Reduction Target: 60% economic intensity (2019–2028; SBTi-aligned) — Environmental Policy / Non-Financial Report 2021
- Code of Ethics: Prohibits child labor, mandates health/safety — Code PDF
- Modern Slavery Statement: Supply chain mapping (leather: Tuscany/Campania/Veneto) — 2023 Statement
Materials, Certifications & Transparency
Italian tanneries supply the primary leather; no LWG or RWS certifications are disclosed at the product level.
- Leather sourcing: Tuscany/Campania/Veneto tanneries — Modern Slavery Statement 2023
- French/Iberian hides: Raw material suppliers — Non-Financial Statement 2023
- Traceability: No LWG certification disclosed.
Manufacturing & Labor Practices
Production is positioned as 100% Made in Italy, centered on Umbria/Solomeo workshops with approximately 60% manual craft. Capacity expansion is ongoing.
- Handbags: Italian artisanal production — Women’s Bags
- Craft model: 400 Umbria workshops, Made in Italy — Investor: Italian Craftsmanship
- Expansion: Solomeo capacity doubled — H1 2025 Results
Circularity, Repair & Product Longevity
Active resale market signals strong product longevity and value retention for BC handbags.
- The RealReal BC Handbags: BC Duo examples.
- Vestiaire Collective BC Bags: Active listings.
- Value retention: $2,500 retail → ~$875–$1,750 resale (~35–70%) — TRR Listings

