OTB Group


OTB is an international fashion group, the parent company of iconic brands Diesel, Maison Margiela, Marni, Viktor & Rolf, Amiri, and state-of-the-art companies Staff International, specialized in ready-to-wear production and distribution, and Brave Kid, specialized in childrenswear production and distribution.
Founded and chaired by Italian entrepreneur Renzo Rosso the group embodies his spirit and vision.

Overview and history

After creating the Diesel brand in 1978, Renzo Rosso acquired complete control of the brand in 1985, surrounding himself with an international team of designers, and turning Diesel into a global icon.
The year 2000 marked the acquisition of Staff International, a stronghold of «Made in Italy», which develops and produces ready-to-wear, bags, shoes, and accessories collections that epitomize Italian craftsmanship and excellence. The company is also the exclusive worldwide distributor for some of the most iconic prêt-à-porter and advanced contemporary brands in the fashion scene.
In 2002, Renzo Rosso became the majority shareholder of Maison Margiela, and in 2008 Viktor & Rolf joined the group.
The year 2011 saw the constitution of Brave Kid, a one-of-a-kind company, specialized in the product development, production, and distribution of licensed premium children’s clothing and accessories. Brave Kid holds license agreements with Diesel, John Galliano, Dsquared², Marni, N21 and Trussardi.
In 2013 Marni arrived, followed by Amiri in 2019.

Key milestones