Angelo Caroli can rightly be called the pioneer of vintage fashion in Italy and beyond. Since 1978, when he was just 17 years old, he has been collecting highly valuable clothing. Angelo Caroli’s story is that of a man who managed to transform a small passion into something unique, becoming one of the world’s most important vintage collectors.
Starting with American denim, he went on to collect couture and haute couture garments, scouring markets around the world. In twenty-four years, he built an empire—the first of its kind in Italy and among the most important in Europe. Today, A.N.G.E.L.O. is an international institution in the field of vintage fashion, and its archive—housed in a 3,000-square-meter building in Lugo di Romagna—holds over 150,000 garments. This collection engages with leading fashion houses, universities, exhibitions, and fashion professionals worldwide, making it a true mecca for vintage fashion. He collaborates on exhibitions, fashion shows, and books; teaches university courses; and helps major fashion houses build their own archives thanks to the items he has collected over the years by scouring fairs, the wardrobes of wealthy ladies, and local markets. Thanks to his talent, passion, and love for the craft, Angelo Caroli has become a leading figure in the world of vintage fashion, both nationally and internationally.