KESSLER
KESSLER is the glove brand of the German leathergoods specialist Otto Kessler. It makes hand-sewn leather gloves for women and men, crafted in Europe using the traditional table-cut method.
| Country | Germany |
|---|---|
| Core product | Leather gloves |
| Production | Pécs, Hungary |
| Technique | Table-cut, hand-sewn |
| Website | ottokessler.com |
What is KESSLER?
KESSLER is the brand name of Otto Kessler, a German specialist in leathergoods whose core product is the leather glove. The company presents its gloves as pieces of handcrafted luxury made in Europe, and exhibits as a German brand at international accessories fairs.
Products and positioning
The collections cover gloves for women and men. Production takes place in Pécs, Hungary, where the gloves are made with the traditional table-cut artisan technique, in which each skin is stretched and cut by hand so that the glove fits closely while still allowing movement.
- Leathers including lamb nappa, deer and peccary
- Linings in silk or cashmere
- A seasonal colour palette that has included reds, browns, old gold, moss green and blue
Distribution
KESSLER gloves are sold through fashion and department store retailers and online platforms. In 2011 the company launched a new website to sell its best selling glove models directly to consumers.
Why it matters
KESSLER represents the small group of European glove makers that still rely on manual table cutting. Its positioning shows how a single category specialist can build a premium accessories brand on craftsmanship and material quality.
Frequently asked questions
Where are KESSLER gloves made?
KESSLER gloves are produced in Pécs, Hungary, using the traditional table-cut method.
What does KESSLER sell?
KESSLER specialises in leather gloves for women and men, with linings in silk or cashmere.