Giorgio Armani
1934 - 2025
The venerable Italian designer built a global empire around sleek tailoring and on-brand hospitality.


Mired Richness at Armani
There was a strong story on the runway. Had the designer made an impactful edit of his 80-plus looks, its decadent edge would have lingered in the memory.

Mired Richness at Armani
There was a strong story on the runway. Had the designer made an impactful edit of his 80-plus looks, its decadent edge would have lingered in the memory.

Milan Fights for Emerging Labels
Milan is revamping its fashion week line-up with a slew of young labels — many from Asia. But can it really rival London as a platform for emerging fashion talent?

Milan Fights for Emerging Labels
Milan is revamping its fashion week line-up with a slew of young labels — many from Asia. But can it really rival London as a platform for emerging fashion talent?

News Bites | Stella Ishii Goes Direct-to-Consumer, Celine's New CEO, Armani Closes Collezioni
In today's News Bites, Stella Ishii's label 6397 launches e-commerce and Séverine Merle becomes the third female CEO in the history of LVMH.

News Bites | Stella Ishii Goes Direct-to-Consumer, Celine's New CEO, Armani Closes Collezioni
In today's News Bites, Stella Ishii's label 6397 launches e-commerce and Séverine Merle becomes the third female CEO in the history of LVMH.

For Gucci, Why More is More
While some fashion editors may see it as repetitive, Alessandro Michele’s creative strategy is driving impressive revenue growth for Gucci.

For Gucci, Why More is More
While some fashion editors may see it as repetitive, Alessandro Michele’s creative strategy is driving impressive revenue growth for Gucci.

Changing Tides at Emporio Armani
Giorgio Armani’s message was diluted by the variety of his offer. Clashes and contrasts are more effective when they are edited severely.

Changing Tides at Emporio Armani
Giorgio Armani’s message was diluted by the variety of his offer. Clashes and contrasts are more effective when they are edited severely.

News Bites | Italy Launches Green Carpet Fashion Awards, What Next for Tiffany?
In today's News Bites, Italy launches a celebration of its ethical and sustainable manufacturing industry, and a sign that Tiffany needs to chart a new path forward.

News Bites | Italy Launches Green Carpet Fashion Awards, What Next for Tiffany?
In today's News Bites, Italy launches a celebration of its ethical and sustainable manufacturing industry, and a sign that Tiffany needs to chart a new path forward.

At Paris Couture, Betrayal and Brilliance
Two stars shone brightest this couture season: John Galliano of Maison Margiela and Pierpaolo Piccioli of Valentino, says Angelo Flaccavento.

At Paris Couture, Betrayal and Brilliance
Two stars shone brightest this couture season: John Galliano of Maison Margiela and Pierpaolo Piccioli of Valentino, says Angelo Flaccavento.

A 21st Century Scheherazade at Armani Privé
This season Armani explored another flavour in his nomadic palette: orange — with black and silver accents. The contrast twisted the collection eastwards, to the regions whose couture clients lined the front row.

A 21st Century Scheherazade at Armani Privé
This season Armani explored another flavour in his nomadic palette: orange — with black and silver accents. The contrast twisted the collection eastwards, to the regions whose couture clients lined the front row.

Power Moves | Carven Appoints Creative Director, Reed Krakoff Joins Tiffany & Co.
This week, Serge Ruffieux has been named creative director at Carven, Reed Krakoff has joined Tiffany & Co, and Condé Nast has made promotions to strengthen its leadership team.

Power Moves | Carven Appoints Creative Director, Reed Krakoff Joins Tiffany & Co.
This week, Serge Ruffieux has been named creative director at Carven, Reed Krakoff has joined Tiffany & Co, and Condé Nast has made promotions to strengthen its leadership team.

Giorgio Armani's Neo-Classics
Giorgio Armani called his collection “Neo-Classics,” but he knew the classics were all his: barely structured jackets, generously proportioned trousers, the lustre of velvet and the silvery echoes of 1930s movies.

Giorgio Armani's Neo-Classics
Giorgio Armani called his collection “Neo-Classics,” but he knew the classics were all his: barely structured jackets, generously proportioned trousers, the lustre of velvet and the silvery echoes of 1930s movies.
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