giorgio Armani, the iconic Italian designer who defined a generation of style, passed away Tuesday evening, September 5, 2025, in Milan, surrounded by his family. He was 89. The news ends an era for the fashion world, marking the loss of a figure whose minimalist aesthetic and relaxed tailoring revolutionized both menswear and womenswear.
Armani’s final days were marked by a quiet dignity, according to sources close to the family. While his health had been declining for some time, his focus remained on the legacy of his brand and the well-being of those around him. In the weeks leading up to his death, Armani continued to take calls, offering guidance on upcoming collections and expressing small desires – a particular type of tea, a favorite piece of music. his last smile, witnessed by a close family member, came on Tuesday afternoon.
Born July 11, 1936, in piacenza, Italy, Armani initially studied medicine before pursuing his passion for design in the late 1950s. After working as a window dresser and then a menswear designer, he founded Giorgio Armani S.p.A. in 1975 with Sergio Galeotti. The brand quickly gained recognition for its deconstructed jackets and fluid silhouettes, a departure from the structured styles of the time. Armani’s influence extended beyond clothing, encompassing fragrances, cosmetics, home furnishings, and hotels. He built a global empire estimated at over $2.5 billion in revenue annually.
In recent years, Armani had increasingly stepped back from day-to-day operations, entrusting more duty to his niece, Silvia Venturini Fendi, and other key executives. Though, he remained deeply involved in the creative direction of the brand, ensuring its continued adherence to his core principles of elegance, simplicity, and comfort. The future of the Armani empire now rests with his family,who have vowed to preserve his vision and continue his legacy of timeless style.
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