Gucci was established in 1921 in Florence, Italy as a small leather saddlery shop by Guccio Gucci. It is now a global luxury brand known for its fine leather goods, fashion, and quality craftsmanship. Gucci has expanded its product lines to include ready-to-wear, shoes, accessories, watches, jewelry, home collections and more. With $4.3 billion in annual revenue, Gucci maintains a strong brand image and directly operates over 500 stores worldwide. While facing threats from competitors, opportunities exist for Gucci in emerging markets and new customer segments through innovative products and expanded digital presence.