Italian Fashion Icon Giorgio Armani Dies at 91
Italian fashion legend Giorgio Armani has passed away at the age of 91, marking the end of an era for global haute couture.
Widely regarded as the embodiment of Italian elegance, Armani revolutionised fashion with his minimalist tailoring that redefined luxury and modern style.
Born in 1934 in Piacenza, northern Italy, he began his career as a window dresser before moving into design in the 1960s. Over the decades, he built one of the world’s most influential luxury empires, expanding beyond clothing into accessories, fragrances, cosmetics, interior design, sports sponsorships, and a network of exclusive hotels.
The Armani fashion house confirmed his death in a statement on its official Instagram page, noting that the designer remained active in his work until his final days.
Armani leaves behind a legacy of elegance, discipline, and innovation that reshaped global fashion and cemented his place among the most influential designers of the modern era.
