Giorgio Armani
1934 - 2025
The venerable Italian designer built a global empire around sleek tailoring and on-brand hospitality.


Male Glamour in Full Effect at Armani
Armani strikes so many fashion cognoscenti as someone who exists outside time, a designer to be given his drily respectful due rather than praise, but there was plenty to enjoy in this collection.

Male Glamour in Full Effect at Armani
Armani strikes so many fashion cognoscenti as someone who exists outside time, a designer to be given his drily respectful due rather than praise, but there was plenty to enjoy in this collection.

At Emporio Armani, Velvety Sophistication
For all the talk of diversity, the collection was rather monotonous and revolved around an idea of elegance that seemed at odds with the metropolitan spirit of the brand.

At Emporio Armani, Velvety Sophistication
For all the talk of diversity, the collection was rather monotonous and revolved around an idea of elegance that seemed at odds with the metropolitan spirit of the brand.

Luxottica CEO Exits Eyewear Giant Ahead of Essilor Merger
Luxottica is simplifying its management structure ahead of a mega-merger with Essilor.

Luxottica CEO Exits Eyewear Giant Ahead of Essilor Merger
Luxottica is simplifying its management structure ahead of a mega-merger with Essilor.

EU Regulators to Clear Luxottica, Essilor Deal Without Conditions
The European Commission, which had some initial concerns about the48-billion-euro deal, did not confirm reports that the merger will be approved.

EU Regulators to Clear Luxottica, Essilor Deal Without Conditions
The European Commission, which had some initial concerns about the48-billion-euro deal, did not confirm reports that the merger will be approved.

Fashion’s New Centre of Gravity
Next year non-Western markets will account for a greater share of global apparel and footwear sales than Europe and North America. But how will these increasingly important regions leverage their newfound status to gain even greater impact and influence on the global fashion industry?

Fashion’s New Centre of Gravity
Next year non-Western markets will account for a greater share of global apparel and footwear sales than Europe and North America. But how will these increasingly important regions leverage their newfound status to gain even greater impact and influence on the global fashion industry?

How JJ Martin Became Milan’s Queen of Prints
La Double J has been a breakout star of the Milanese fashion world, but its formula for success is surprisingly simple.

How JJ Martin Became Milan’s Queen of Prints
La Double J has been a breakout star of the Milanese fashion world, but its formula for success is surprisingly simple.

Is Yoox Net-a-Porter Undervalued?
Despite increased competition from worthy rivals, many analysts argue that there is room for upside in the Yoox Net-A-Porter Group's share price.

Is Yoox Net-a-Porter Undervalued?
Despite increased competition from worthy rivals, many analysts argue that there is room for upside in the Yoox Net-A-Porter Group's share price.

Eyewear Mega-Merger Could Hurt US Consumers, but Still Be Approved
The merger between prescription lens maker Essilor and frame maker Luxottica could lead to higher prices, but US antitrust enforcers rarely seek to stop vertical deals.

Eyewear Mega-Merger Could Hurt US Consumers, but Still Be Approved
The merger between prescription lens maker Essilor and frame maker Luxottica could lead to higher prices, but US antitrust enforcers rarely seek to stop vertical deals.

Fashion Needs an Open-Source Sustainability Solution
Fashion brands are treating sustainability with new seriousness, but only an open source approach will move the entire industry forward.

Fashion Needs an Open-Source Sustainability Solution
Fashion brands are treating sustainability with new seriousness, but only an open source approach will move the entire industry forward.

Giorgio Armani Speaks on Restructuring and Succession Plans
The designer and chief executive speaks exclusively to BoF on cleaning up the Armani Group’s brand portfolio — and what’s next.

Giorgio Armani Speaks on Restructuring and Succession Plans
The designer and chief executive speaks exclusively to BoF on cleaning up the Armani Group’s brand portfolio — and what’s next.
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