Giorgio Armani, the man who defined effortless elegance in fashion, passed away on September 4, 2025, at the age of 91. The world bids adieu to a fashion icon.
Beyond fashion, Giorgio Armani also owned multiple bars, clubs, and restaurants, as well as the Olimpia Milano basketball team.
Armani’s designs for women established his cred in the fashion industry. He is particularly credited with revolutionizing suit wear for women.
Armani designed costumes for more than 100 films, notable among them being American Gigolo and The Untouchables.
Armani built an empire beyond fashion, spanning perfumes, home décor, hospitality, and even sports. He was among the world's top 200 billionaires.
Though he had no children, Giorgio Armani was close to his nieces Roberta and Silvana Armani as well as nephew Andrea Camerana. They all work for the Armani brand and are likely heirs to his empire.