The Digest: Giorgio Armani, the visionary Italian designer who built a global fashion empire on a foundation of understated elegance, has passed away at the age of 91. His death marks the end of an era for an icon who redefined modern style and whose influence extended far beyond the runway.
Key Points:
- Giorgio Armani died at his home in Milan at the age of 91. The Armani Group confirmed his passing, noting he was the company's "tireless driving force."
- Armani revolutionized fashion with his signature soft-shouldered jackets, relaxed tailoring, and muted color palettes. His sleek, comfortable designs redefined modern business and red-carpet dress.
- His designs for the 1980 film American Gigolo brought him global recognition, and he is widely credited with pioneering red-carpet fashion.
- At the time of his death, his sprawling business empire was valued at over $10 billion. It includes clothing, fragrances, home furnishings, hotels, and restaurants.
- Born in 1934, Armani started as a window dresser before launching his own label in 1975 with his partner Sergio Galeotti. He was also an early supporter of sustainability in the fashion industry.
Sources: TMZ, People
