Giorgio Armani, globally recognized as “King Giorgio,” has passed away at 91, leaving an irreplaceable void in Italian and global fashion. Born in Piacenza, Armani transformed the concept of Made in Italy, turning his brand into a benchmark of elegance, sophistication, and creativity that transcended runways to influence culture, gastronomy, and lifestyle.

Throughout his career, Armani combined passion and commitment, founding an empire encompassing fashion, hospitality, and dining, always maintaining a human and approachable focus. His balanced, elegant, and timeless style captivated movie stars and audiences worldwide, from the Oscars red carpet to the Met Gala, becoming a style language for men and women in major global cities.

Armani received numerous honors during his life, including Knight of the Republic and Knight of the Grand Cross. Recently, in 2023, his hometown awarded him an honorary doctorate in Global Business Management from the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore.

Pablo Munini, correspondent for ABC MUNDIAL in Italy, wrote that Armani was the protagonist of the “Rinascimento” of in-person fashion shows after the COVID-19 pandemic during Milan Fashion Week 2021. His Emporio Armani show, held on the iconic Via Bergognone in front of the Armani Silos structure, marked the return of live events with enthusiastic applause reflecting the resilience of Italian society and the strength of the fashion sector. Munini highlighted that this revival of Italian fashion not only represented economic recovery but also reaffirmed the pleasure of dressing well and celebrating creativity as a mass phenomenon.

Throughout his career, Armani combined passion and commitment, founding an empire that spans fashion, hospitality, and gastronomy, always with a human and approachable focus. His balanced, elegant, and timeless style captivated movie stars and audiences worldwide, from the Oscars red carpet to the Met Gala, becoming a style language for men and women in major global cities.

His legacy remains alive in every collection, every suit, and every innovation he introduced to fashion, reminding us of the importance of elegance, authenticity, and creativity.