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Oniverse Holding S.p.A. (pronounced [kaltseˈdɔːnja]), known as Oniverse (formerly Calzedonia Group) is an Italian fashion and retail company headquartered in Dossobuono, near Verona, Italy. Founded in 1986 by Sandro Veronesi, the group owns multiple fashion and lifestyle brands and operates through a network of over 5,700 mono-brand stores across 55 countries as of 2025.[1][2] It's main brands are Calzedonia, Intimissimi, Intimissimi Uomo, and Tezenis, specializing in lingerie, underwear, bathing suits, tights, and leggings, as well as other brands such as Falconeri, Atelier Emé, Antonio Marras, Signorvino, and Cantiere del Pardo, which focus on luxury fashion, Italian wines, and luxury yachts.[2][3]
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History
The company was established in Vallese di Oppeano (province of Verona) in 1986 and officially launched in 1987. Its founder, Sandro Veronesi, originally from Brentino Belluno, previously worked for Golden Lady, an Italian hosiery company founded by Nerino Grassi, whose daughter he later married.[4] Veronesi holds a degree in economics and commerce from the University of Verona. As of 2025, he was listed by Forbes among the world's billionaires with an estimated net worth of $1.8 billion.[5]
Initially, the company adopted a franchise-based model, enabling rapid expansion both in Italy and internationally. By 2009, according to Mediobanca, it was one of the few Italian groups to surpass €1 billion in revenue.[6] In 2016, revenue exceeded €2 billion. In 2017, the group reported revenues of €2.314 billion with an EBITDA of €489 million, while in 2018, revenue slightly decreased to €2.3 billion, with EBITDA at €478 million.
On 4 December 2023, the group officially changed its name from Calzedonia Group to Oniverse.[7]
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Brands
The company owns and operates the following brands:
- Calzedonia – hosiery, swimwear, and leggings
- Intimissimi – lingerie and intimate apparel
- Intimissimi Uomo – men’s underwear, knitwear, nightwear, and swimwear
- Tezenis – casualwear, underwear, and loungewear
- Falconeri – fine knitwear and cashmere clothing
- Atelier Emé – bridal and formalwear
- Antonio Marras – high-end fashion
- Signorvino – wine shops and restaurants featuring Italian wines
- Cantiere del Pardo – luxury yachts
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Operations
The company’s administrative headquarters is located in Dossobuono di Villafranca di Verona. Production facilities are located in Italy, Sri Lanka, Croatia, Bulgaria, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Ethiopia.[1]
Its logistics network includes distribution centers in Oppeano and Castagnaro, Italy, Varaždin, Croatia, and São Paulo, Brazil.
Over the years, Oniverse has collaborated with several prominent international and Italian celebrities, including Julia Roberts,[8] Sarah Jessica Parker,[9] Adriana Lima,[10] Rita Ora,[11] Gisele Bündchen,[12] Sara Sampaio,[13] Noah Mills,[14] Emily DiDonato,[15] Clara Alonso,[16] Annalisa, Chiara Ferragni, Emma Marrone, and Federica Nargi.[17][18]
In 2009, one of its commercials drew criticism for featuring a rearranged version of the Italian national anthem (Inno di Mameli) for advertising purposes.[19][20]
Philanthropy
The group supports the San Zeno Foundation, a non-profit organization that funds educational and vocational training projects in Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America.[21]
Ownership and Management
Sandro Veronesi remains chairman and majority shareholder. His three sons, Marcello, Matteo, and Federico Veronesi, are also involved in the business. Marcello Veronesi serves as CEO for the United States operations.[3]
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