Today marks a sad day in the fashion industry and the world, as it was announced that the legendary designer Giorgio Armani has passed away at the age of 91. The designer founded his Milan-based company 50 years ago, and continued to serve as Armani Group’s creative director and CEO. In a press release, the company shared that he “passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones,” adding “he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections, and the many ongoing and future projects.” It’s safe to say that Armani’s legacy will live on long after his passing.
Armani’s elegant, tailored aesthetic came to define Italian fashion, and his keen eye and business sense led to what would become a multi-billion-dollar company that now includes multiple fashion brands, beauty, and hotels that bear the Armani name. “Re Giorgio”, as he was affectionately known in Italy, is responsible for countless memorable runway and red carpet moments over the decades, and to say that his influence and talent will be missed is an understatement. But the industry icon’s legacy will live on in many ways.
As we all reflect on Giorgio Armani’s life and career today, scroll on for a glimpse of some of our favorite runway and red carpet moments from over the years.
Standout Red Carpet Moments Over the Years
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Julia Roberts wearing a men’s Armani suit at the 1990 Golden Globe Awards.
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Renée Zellweger wearing an Armani Privé gown at the 2020 Golden Globe Awards.
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Viola Davis wearing an Armani Privé gown at the 2017 Oscars, where she won for Best Supporting Actress.
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George Clooney, Julia Roberts, and Giorgio Armani at the 2008 Met Gala, when Armani served as Honorary Chair.
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Beyoncé wearing an Armani Privé gown to her first Met Gala in 2008.
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Cate Blanchett and Giorgio Armani at The Fashion Awards 2019 in London.
Standout Runway Moments Over the Years
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Pictured with models on the runway of the Giorgio Armani Privé Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2024-2025 collection show.
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Giorgio Armani Privé Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2023/2024
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Giorgio Armani Prive Haute Couture Fall Winter 2018/2019
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Giorgio Armani Privé Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2024-2025
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Giorgio Armani walking the runway during the Giorgio Armani “One Night Only Dubai” fashion show in 2021.
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