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Giorgio Armani

1934 - 2025

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

Giorgio Armani
Fashion Week

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.

Fashion Week

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.


Fashion Week

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.

Fashion Week

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.


News & Analysis

Luxottica CEO Exits Eyewear Giant Ahead of Essilor Merger

Luxottica is simplifying its management structure ahead of a mega-merger with Essilor.

News & Analysis

Luxottica CEO Exits Eyewear Giant Ahead of Essilor Merger

Luxottica is simplifying its management structure ahead of a mega-merger with Essilor.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


Global Markets

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?

Global Markets

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?


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


News & Analysis

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.

News & Analysis

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.


Sustainability

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.

Sustainability

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.


Luxury

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.

Luxury

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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