The Ballantyne name has been linked to precious yarns since 1800, when the Scot Henry Ballantyne established himself in tweed trade and tartan workmanship. D. Ballantyne Brothers & Co. Ltd was established in 1921, the fame of the Ballantyne name grew rapidly, reaching incredible heights in the 50s, thanks to the intarsia technique and development of the iconic argyle pattern, worn by celebrities and Royalty. The company had a specific aim: to create high-quality cashmere knitwear and position itself among the finest producers worldwide. The brand incorporate quality and savoir-faire, reflected in the production of knitwear analogous to works of art. Today, Ballantyne is headed by Fabio Gatto and the desire to create a high-quality product has pushed the Ballantyne team to identify the best yarn processing techniques.