Born in Florence, Italy, and raised in a bilingual home, Jennifer Tattanelli developed a passion for fashion, art, and craftsmanship from an early age. Her creative identity was shaped by her Florentine roots and by the American influences that surrounded her throughout her childhood.

Jennifer was always curious about her family heritage. She grew up learning about her great-grandfather, the renowned pathologist Dr. James Ewing, and her great-great uncle Samuel Clemens, better known as Mark Twain, author of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.

As a child model, she was introduced to fashion at a young age and quickly began developing her own point of view. Summers in the Hamptons with her grandmother June, a respected folk art collector, exposed her to a home filled with distinctive works of art. At the same time, she watched her mother create theatrical costumes, discovering how imagination, color, and craftsmanship could transform an idea into something deeply personal.

Jennifer began her professional career at Calvin Klein in New York City. She later returned to Florence and the family business, choosing to work closely with Florentine artisans and to develop a design language rooted in traditional craftsmanship and individual expression.

“After working at Calvin Klein, I knew it was time to return to Florence and the family business. Since then, I have continued to research new ideas while remaining deeply connected to my roots. I am exacting about every detail: the cut, the stitching, the choice of carefully selected materials, and the final fit. Working closely with our Florentine artisans allows me to preserve a tradition of craftsmanship while creating pieces that feel personal to each client.”

Florence continues to inspire Jennifer’s work. Its colors, architecture, artistic heritage, and extraordinary tradition of craftsmanship can be found throughout her creations. Yet her most personal inspiration remains the smiles of her children.

Today, Jennifer continues to design in Florence, guided by curiosity, craftsmanship, and a personal connection with the people who wear her creations. Her dream remains simple: to keep designing and creating for them.