Our Journey
“I dreamed of harnessing creative talent in Australia to produce a range of fabrics that would have unique Australian character.” - Claudio Alcorso, Founder
Sheridan has been bringing Beautiful Australian Living to the world since 1967. Our founder, Italian entrepreneur and textile aficionado Claudio Alcorso, had a vision to “introduce creative thought and beauty into the everyday things of life,” a prospect he delivered by launching a revolutionary, design-led textile printing business in Australia. Claudio believed in the importance of quality and craftsmanship and insisted on producing textiles using the finest materials, combined with the highest testing standards.
Explore Claudio's Story1939
Italian entrepreneur and Sheridan founder Claudio Alcorso landed on Australian shores dressed in a white linen suit. With a pioneering spirit he paved the way for the Australian textile and creative industries.
1967
The brand name ‘Sheridan’ is coined over a glass of wine.
1973
Sheridan launches in David Jones.
1987
The famous Sheridan ‘Towel Man’ turns heads.
2003
Elle Macpherson becomes a Sheridan brand ambassador.
2017
Innovative retail concept Sheridan Studio is launched, offering new furniture and homewares categories.
1946
Alcorso collaborates with renowned Australian artist William Dobell and Margaret Preston to bring art into the home through innovation in textiles.
1970
A controversial advertising campaign saw famous Australian women, including Mrs. Susan Peacock, promoting Sheridan in their bedrooms.
1986
Sheridan collaborates with iconic Australian artists Jenny Kee and Ken Done to transform iconic art into bed linen.
1995
Sheridan opens its first boutique in Double Bay, Sydney.
2014
Sheridan launches new home lifestyle categories including Baby, Loungewear, Table Linen and Scent.
1939
Italian entrepreneur Claudio Alcorso landed on Australian shores dressed in a white linen suit. With a pioneering spirit he paved the way for the Australian textile and creative industries.
1946
Alcorso collaborates with renowned Australian artist William Dobell and Margaret Preston to bring art into the home through innovation in textiles.
1967
The brand name ‘Sheridan’ is coined over a glass of wine.
1970
A controversial advertising campaign saw famous Australian women, including Mrs. Susan Peacock, promoting Sheridan in their bedrooms.
1973
Sheridan launches in David Jones.
1986
Sheridan collaborates with iconic Australian artists Jenny Kee and Ken Done to transform iconic art into bed linen.
1987
The famous Sheridan ‘Towel Man’ turns heads.
1995
Sheridan opens its first boutique in Double Bay, Sydney.
2003
Elle Macpherson becomes a Sheridan brand ambassador.
2014
Sheridan launches new home lifestyle categories including Baby, Loungewear, Table Linen and Scent.
2017
Sheridan launches innovative retail concept, Sheridan Studio.