The story of DEA is the story of a woman and her vision. Dea Mantellassi began as a young apprentice in the world of textiles, driven by the ambition to create the most refined linens in the world. With determination, she founded her own workshop in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, gathering around her the finest local artisans — masters of cutting, sewing, and embroidery — and selecting the most precious materials to transform into unique creations. In this harmony between tradition and innovation, each piece became the purest expression of authentic Italian luxury.

Today, that same passion continues through her daughter Sabrina, who leads the creative direction of the collections, while the legacy of Lorena, Dea’s mother and guardian of the family’s memory, remains a guiding light of inspiration. Three generations bound by an invisible thread, united by the same devotion and love for craftsmanship.

Every DEA creation is born from a profound connection between material and mastery: rare fabrics, tailoring details, embroidery, and lace are crafted entirely in our own workshops, where total control ensures perfection at every stage of the creative process. Dea’s greatest legacy is having preserved and passed down an ancient craft that still lives today in the hands of our artisans. And though times may change, that spirit endures — the ability to transform threads and fabrics into timeless works of art, recognized worldwide as a symbol of elegance, style, and absolute quality.