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Family firm founded 1797 with a vertical cashmere and wool weaving mill in Elgin and a knitting mill in Hawick; also designs and makes for other labels.

Zegna's own weaving mill in the Biella hills, producing fine suiting and apparel fabrics.

Sock maker near Braga, Portugal, producing about 3.5 million pairs a year in organic cotton and merino for department stores, chains and brands such as Asket.

Kathmandu knitwear factory making fully fashioned cashmere sweaters, cardigans and accessories, including baby cashmere and cashmere-silk, for private-label clients.