brand Olmetex
Olmetex is a family-owned Italian mill specialising in technical fabrics for sportswear and outerwear. Founded in 1954 in the Lake Como area – known for its rich history of textile weaving – the company employs 79 professionals dedicated to developing high-functional materials with respect to the environment. At Olmetex’s headquarters, an international team of experts is researching new qualities and finishing treatments for specific outdoor performance, such as water- and stain repellency, without the use of hazardous chemicals including fluorocarbons (PFC). For ARKET, the company engineers custom-made technical coat fabrics used in men’s outerwear.