Linen is a natural fibre derived from the flax plant. Known for its strength, breathability and distinctive texture, it offers excellent comfort in warm weather and becomes softer with wear. Flax generally requires little irrigation and relatively few pesticides, contributing to linen's reputation as a lower-impact fibre.

Tweed is a woven fabric with a textured appearance, often created through the use of different-coloured or textured yarns. It can vary considerably in weight, surface and construction, from relatively smooth and refined fabrics to more substantial, visibly textured ones. Tweed can incorporate woven patterns such as herringbone, checks or other motifs, but these patterns do not define tweed itself. The fabric has strong historical associations with Britain and Ireland and became particularly influential in fashion through Gabrielle Chanel, who adopted tweed for womenswear from the 1920s onwards. Chanel transformed it from a traditionally masculine and practical fabric into a defining material of her fashion vocabulary, most famously in her iconic tweed jackets and suits.

Founded in Milan in 2013 by Enrico Casati and Jacopo Sebastio, Velasca specialises in Italian-made footwear crafted by family-run workshops. The brand focuses on timeless design, traditional shoemaking techniques and direct-to-consumer pricing, later expanding into clothing and accessories while maintaining its emphasis on quality craftsmanship.