Style Capital sgr

Style Capital SGR is an Italian private equity firm specializing in investments within the lifestyle, fashion, and luxury sectors. The firm focuses on supporting the growth of small and medium-sized companies, typically with revenues ranging from €20 million to €200 million. Their investment strategy emphasizes brands characterized by distinctive style, design, product quality, innovation, and selective distribution, with a particular focus on "Community driven brands" in "Fashion & Luxury." Style Capital provides "smart capital" and strategic guidance to portfolio companies, assisting with geographical, retail, and digital expansion, as well as business strengthening and diversification.

Founded in 2005, Style Capital SGR, formerly DGPA SGR S.p.A., has been an active player in the private equity market for over fifteen years. Roberta Benaglia is the CEO and Founding Partner, having significantly contributed to the launch and management of previous funds like DGPA CAPITAL Fund. The firm manages industry-focused funds, including Style Capital I and Style Capital II, and is authorized by the Bank of Italy to provide asset management services.

Style Capital's portfolio includes notable investments in prominent brands such as Autry International, New Guards Group, Soeur, Zimmermann, Twinset, Golden Goose, LuisaViaRoma, MSGM, and U-Power. The firm recently expanded its focus to include the beauty sector with a strategic partnership in Essential Parfums. They typically take either majority or minority stakes through expansion capital, replacement capital, or leveraged buyouts, with an average equity investment of approximately €40 million.

The Style Capital team comprises professionals with significant experience in both the financial and target industries. Key team members include Roberta Benaglia (CEO and Founding Partner), Massimiliano Caraffa (Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer), Francesca Grosso (Director), Filippo Prini, Federica Murgolo (Investment Manager), Filippo Cavalli (Partner), and Laura Savarino (CFO). Their expertise spans private equity, M&A, and deep industry knowledge, enabling a hands-on approach to investment selection and portfolio management.