Italian fashion icon, Giorgio Armani is dead. Popularly known as the king of a high-end lifestyle empire, he breathed his last at the age of 91
Italian fashion icon, Giorgio Armani is dead.
Popularly known as the king of a high-end lifestyle empire, he breathed his last at the age of 91
A contemporary designer, Armani opened his fashion house in Milan in 1975, quickly rising to the top of the industry and going on to dress the stars.
His funeral will be private but well-wishers can pay respects beforehand at a funeral chamber open on Saturday and Sunday in Milan, according to his fashion group.
“Il Signor Armani, as he was always respectfully and admiringly called by employees and collaborators, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones,” the company said.
“Indefatigable to the end, he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections, and the many ongoing and future projects,” the company said.
Armani had cancelled his menswear show in Milan this year due to health reasons. He also missed the Paris Armani Prive show on doctors’ orders.
“In 20 years of Armani Prive, it’s the first time I’m not in Paris. My doctors advised more rest, even though I felt ready,” he had said.
The Italian icon was credited with inventing red-carpet fashion, but also moved into a younger and less expensive range through Emporio Armani, and opened luxury hotels.
His death came just weeks ahead of celebrations marking 50 years of his eponymous label.
