Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2021
Executive pardon before trial
Tammasco Buti received a full presidential pardon from Donald Trump before trial on the federal charges.
2000
Federal fraud and money-laundering indictment
Federal prosecutors charged Tammasco and Francesco Buti in a 51-count indictment. The allegations included misuse of investor money for personal lifestyles and false claims about the founders' own financial contributions.
1998
Unpaid-tax warrants and partner lawsuit
Tax authorities issued warrants over months of unpaid taxes, and Fashion Cafe closed later that year. Business partners also sued Tammasco Buti for approximately $15 million.