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Sergio Tacchini is an Italian designer who specialises in sportswear and casualwear. Founded in 1966, Sergio Tacchini was created by the Italian tennis champion of the same name. For over 50 years, they have crafted bright and bold clothing and have dressed some of the world’s most famous faces in sport, including the Italian national basketball team of 1992 to international names such as Novak Djokovic. 

At Stuarts London, we love vintage-inspired brands, and with Sergio Tacchini, we are proud to share some of the same values and heritage. We even have exclusive Sergio Tacchini garments that can only be found at Stuarts. Check out the Sergio Tacchini x Stuarts exclusive collection, where you will find strong colourways that will become a wardrobe staple.  

If you want to know more about Sergio Tacchini, stick around. We’ll teach you how to say their name correctly, where the brand originated and a whole host of fun facts in our Sergio Tacchini FAQ guide. 

Everything You Need To Know About Sergio Tacchini

Who is Sergio Tacchini?

Sergio Tacchini is an Italian fashion designer and tennis player. Born on 2 September 1938 in Italy, he became a professional tennis player at the age of 17 when he entered the Tennis Club of Milan in 1955. He became Italian Champion in 1960, beating Nicola Pietrangeli to the top spot. From here, Tacchini competed in a range of competitions and titles, including the Davis Cup, Wimbledon and the US Open. 

In 1966, he established Sergio Tacchini with the goal to experiment with fabrics and colours for sportswear. His approach was to create elegant tennis wear that was bold and bright compared to the basic, colourless garments that dominated the tennis world. 

Who owns Sergio Tacchini?

In 2019, Sergio Tacchini announced that Stefano Maroni, Twin Lakes Capital LLC and B. Riley Principal Investments LLC would own and operate the global sportswear brand. Entrepreneur Stefano Maroni is now the business CEO and has led the brand into a relaunch.  

 

Who created Sergio Tacchini?

The brand Sergio Tacchini was created by Italian tennis player Sergio Tacchini in 1966. Located in Bellinzago Novarese, Italy, the brand creates designs that have Italian craftsmanship at its core and, over its celebrated history, has managed to influence and contribute to a range of style trends.  

 

Do people still wear Sergio Tacchini?

Sergio Tacchini has always been a favourite of sports stars, particularly tennis players. Famous tennis players who have worn Sergio Tacchini in the past include John McEnroe, Martina Hingis, Mats Wilander and, more recently, Novak Djokovic. Sergio Tacchini has also been worn by famous people within the entertainment industry by stars including Jay Z, Travis Scott and Taron Egerton. 

 

Is Sergio Tacchini back in style?

Sergio Tacchini’s style is rooted in the heritage of ’70s and ‘80s fashion, and the brand lends itself perfectly to retro-inspired fits. The classic and simple designs of the Sergio Tacchini collections make them easy to wear. The garments often feature pops of colour, which make them the perfect statement wardrobe staple. 

More celebrities have been wearing the Italian brand recently, giving the brand a well-deserved resurgence. Jay Z donned a Sergio Tacchini polo shirt under a red suit in Beyonce’s Black Is King musical art film.

Is Sergio Tacchini Italian?

Yes, Sergio Tacchini is an Italian brand. They are a textile company situated in the north of Italy, close to Milan. More specifically, Sergio Tacchini is located in Bellinzago Novarese, Novara, Italy. 

How to pronounce Sergio Tacchini

The brand name Sergio Tacchini is pronounced with the following phonetics: Ser-gee-oh Tah-kee-nee

Is Sergio Tacchini a good brand? 

Sergio Tacchini uses premium fabrics and is known for its soft garments. The brand uses its legacy in Italian craftsmanship and its heritage techniques to create garments that have a luxurious and elegant feel. 

The brand continues to innovate with the fabrics they use when creating their garments. Over the years, they have experimented with various techniques and technologies to bring stand out features to their wearers. You will find clothing in the mens Sergio Tacchini collection that uses wrinkle-resistant poly-cotton to ensure you look scrunch free and sharp. 

Sergio Tacchini History
Sergio Tacchini History

Sergio Tacchini History 

Key moments in Sergio Tacchini's history: 

  • 1938 - Sergio Tacchini is born. 
  • 1955 - Tacchini starts to play professional tennis. 
  • 1960 - Sergio Tacchini competed in the Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon. 
  • 1966 - Sergio Tacchini (brand) is established. 
  • 1968 - Sergio Tacchini retires from professional tennis.
  • 1972 - Ilie Nastase wears Sergio Tacchini starting the golden age of the brand. 
  • 1976 - Sergio Tacchini is the official sponsor of the Italian team at the summer Montreal Olympic Games.
  • 1980 - The British youth subculture known as the “casuals” adopted Sergio Tacchini as one of the brands they loved. Their apparel featured designer tracksuits, sportswear and trainers, and they were a group that was heavily involved in hooliganism and violence (but they always looked good). 
  • 1981 - John McEnroe wears Sergio Tacchini during his infamous “You cannot be serious.” Wimbledon meltdown. 
  • 1984 - Sergio Tacchini proudly sponsored the Italian basketball player Dino Meneghin, regarded as one of Europe’s all-time greatest players. 
  •  1990’s - The ‘90s saw the rise of hip-hop, and with it, Sergio Tacchini was set for even greater heights. Rappers such as LL Cool J and The Notorious B.I.G were often seen head to toe in Sergio Tacchini, which helped boost the popularity and status of the brand to a new audience. 
  • 1990-1995 - Sergio Tacchini sponsors the Alpine Ski World Cup Circuit.
  • 1992 - Tacchini sponsors Italy’s basketball team.
  • 1997 - Martina Hingis set multiple “youngest-ever” achievements throughout the ‘90s, including the world’s youngest number 1. She was a frequent wearer of Sergio Tacchini, and in ‘97, she won Wimbledon, Australian Open and the US Open. 
  • 2016 - Sergio Tacchini celebrates its 50th anniversary. 

Does Sergio Tacchini run small?

Yes, Sergio Tacchini is a slim fitting brand. We recommend choosing your size or a size up for  Sergio Tacchini clothing. 

Sergio Tacchini Size Guide UK

Sergio Tacchini clothing runs in the following sizes:

Men’s Sergio Tacchini Tops Size Guide 

Size

Small

Medium 

Large 

Xtra-Large 

2XL

3XL

4XL

Chest (CM)

91.5-99

99-104

104-109

109-117

117-124.5

124.5-132

132-140

Waist (CM)

73.5-78.5

78.5-84

84-89

89-96.5

96.5-101.5

101.5-109

109-117

Hip (CM)

89-96.5

96.5-104

104-112

112-117

117-124.5

124.5-129.5

129.5-137


Men’s Sergio Tacchini Bottoms Size Guide 

Size

Small

Medium

Large 

Xtra-Large 

2XL

3XL

Waist (CM)

73.78.5

78.5-84

84-89

96.5-101.5

101.5-109

124.5-132

Hip (CM)

89-96.5

96.5-104

104-112

112-117

117-124.5

124.5-129.5

Leg Length (CM)

81

81

81-82.5

82.5-83.5

83.5-85

85


Sergio Tacchini at Stuarts London

Check out the full range of Sergio Tacchini available at Stuarts London for a retro-inspired fit that is comfortable and fashionable. At Stuarts, you will find a range of bold and bright designs as well as exclusive Sergio Tacchini garments that you won’t find anywhere else.