Fashion may be a fluid industry that evolves with the times, but few designers were gutsy enough to break with the norms and endeavor to revolutionize it the way Piacenza, Italy, native Giorgio Armani did.
When he established his brand with his personal and professional partner, architect Sergio Galeotti, in 1975, Armani created jackets, evening dresses and other clothing that sharply departed from the form-fitting designs that his competitors were producing. Working with a subdued color palette and light fabrics, Armani instead pioneered power dressing. By the early 1980s, the designer was lauded for his sleek but relaxed-fit shirts in washed greens and beige tones for men and elegant, broad-shouldered suits for career-minded women. His collections were intended to fit naturally but confer a sense of confidence on the wearer, and the designs were just as luxurious as the garments that were gliding down Milanese catwalks at the time.
Armani, a shipping manager’s son, spent his childhood wanting to become a doctor, and he even studied medicine briefly at the University of Milan before dropping out and joining the army. In the late 1950s, he was hired as a window dresser at the Milan department store La Rinascente before moving into the role of menswear buyer. When he realized that his calling was in fashion design, not buying, he left La Rinascente to train at Nino Cerruti’s atelier and eventually began to take on what became a wealth of freelance design work.
At Galeotti’s urging, Armani opened his own design office in 1973, and two years later, he established his eponymous label of ready-to-wear for both men and women that challenged fashion’s traditional silhouettes and the conventions of tailoring.
“I was the first to soften the image of men and harden the image of women,” Armani has said of his early years. The designer dressed men in soft textures such as silk and linen that were traditionally relegated to feminine garments and designed power suits for women — an audacious and undeniably androgynous take on high fashion that was well received by critics. He won the Neiman Marcus Fashion Award in 1979 and launched a diffusion line called Armani Collezioni that year. While his collections for men and women gained legions of admirers in Europe, it wasn’t until the premiere of the film American Gigolo — featuring heartthrob Richard Gere exclusively outfitted in a crisp, sleek and sexy Armani wardrobe — that the brand took off in the United States.
Until his passing in 2025, Armani was still designing ready-to-wear collections, and the luxury house had also expanded over the years into home decor, hospitality and more. In February 2020, at the onset of the Covid-19 crisis, Armani was the first fashion house to close its runway shows to the public in order to limit exposure. In early 2022, the brand was among the first to cancel men’s and haute couture shows scheduled in January.
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Emporio Armani champagne silk slip dress with fuchsia ruffles, 2000s
By Giorgio Armani, EMPORIO ARMANI EA7
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Emporio Armani dress with sophisticated and contemporary appeal, made of fluid silk and dating from around the 2000s: an elegant "slip dress" silhouette, made dramatic by a play of c...
Emporio Armani - Black sleeveless dress with back bow and purple lining
By Giorgio Armani, EMPORIO ARMANI EA7
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Refined black Emporio Armani suit, made in Italy, a perfect example of the Maison's timeless elegance. The design is minimal in the front, with a round neckline and flared line that ...
1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 / 8 Vintage Crimson Red Merlot 90s Silk Velvet Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely beautiful 1990s GIORGIO ARMANI COLLEZIONI crimson red silk velvet full length evening dress! Couture quality, with an amazing fit! Hidden interior weight on inner bust creat...
Giorgio Armani Molded Acrylic & Laced Net Handbag, c. Late 90's - Early 00's
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Sculptural red handbag featuring molded circular-pattern acrylic panels with hand-laced cord edging and a flexible woven body. Finished with a wrapped cord top handle and silk-lined ...
Giorgio Armani Unworn 1990s Black Midi Skirt with Pleat Detail at Waist
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unworn vintage 1990s Giorgio Armani black lightweight jersey knit straight skirt that hits just between a midi and maxi length. Stacked horizontal pleats at waist. Side zip and inter...
Giorgio Armani Black Lace Up Corset Cummerbund Belt
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The rayon exterior of this incredible Giorgio Armani waist band shines like satin and the soft supple leather interior is so luxe. This waist belt/cummerbund is edgy and classic. Dar...
Black silk sleeveless cocktail dress with organza petals edge Armani Collezioni
By Giorgio Armani, Giorgio Armani Le Collezioni
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk sleeveless cocktail dress with organza petals edge. No fabric composition tag but for sure it's silk. SIZE 40 (It) 36 (Fr) 6 (US)
Black cardigan with belt ARMANI JEANS New with tag
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cardigan with belt and belt loop. Knit composition: 40% rayon, 25% polyamide, 25% wool, 5% angora, 5% cashmere. New with tag SIZE: 40 (It) S (US)
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two p...
Late 1980's Giorgio Armani Red Pant Suit
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Late 1980's Giorgio Armani red wool crepe pant suit . Asymmetrical front closure with black circular buttons and flat set patch pockets. Collarless neckline, narrow sleeve and a fit...
$129Sale Price|35% Off
Giorgio Armani Black Waffle Zip Front Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in London, GB
Modernist chic Giorgio Armani zip front jacket. Worn once. Made from stretchy, waffle textured black cotton/poly mix, it has a zip front with 2 large logo fobs. Superbly tailored wit...
$1,084Sale Price|34% Off
Giorgio Armani Haute Couture Floral Oriental Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This is a rare vintage kimono style jacket from the High End Armani Privat collection We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Detail...
GIORGIO ARMANI black leather Pointed Toe Pumps Shoes 39
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Giorgio Armani pointed-toe pumps in black smooth leather. Brand new. Come with dust bag. Measurements Imprinted Size 39 Shoe Size 39 Inside Sole 26cm (10.1in) Width ...
F/W 2003 Giorgio Armani Crystal Rhinestone Beaded Silk Filigree Sleeveless Vest
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Giorgio Armani sleeveless vest top from the Fall/Winter 2003 collection is crafted from thin black silk and intricately hand embroidered with silver filigree detailing. The desi...
$407Sale Price|25% Off
Giorgio Armani Upton Line Stretch Chenille Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in London, GB
Ultra luxe Giorgio Armani Upton Line stretch chenille jacket. Bought for $2890 and unworn. Stunningly crafted from super soft midnight blue stretch co...
Giorgio Armani 1990s Silver Gunmetal Avant Garde Vintage 90s Silk Blouse Top
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage GIORGIO ARMANI 90s silver and gunmetal Avant Garde sleeveless shirt! Features luxurious silk, with an excellent draped neckline, and asymmetrical ruffle along the f...
S/S 1995 Giorgio Armani Runway Floral Beaded Brown Silk Bustier Top
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Giorgio Armani bustier top from the Spring/Summer 1995 collection is crafted in chocolate brown silk with tonal floral embroidery and intricate beaded embellishment. The fitted ...
Giorgio Armani Black Velvet Jacket with Silk Geometric Inserts - Size 8
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Giorgio Armani Black Velvet Jacket with Silk Geometric Inserts - Size 8 This beautiful evening velvet jacket has a 1.25” mandarin collar, is full lined, has multi colored silk geome...
Navy Giorgio Armani Velvet & Silk Strapless Evening Gown Size IT 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in New York, NY
Navy velvet and silk strapless evening gown by Giorgio Armani. Geometric neckline. Back zip closure. 28" bust, 26" waist, 54" length.
Giorgio Armani Pre-Fall 2017 Silk Wool Striped Coat with Tags
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Boca Raton, FL
From Giorgio Armani’s Pre-Fall 2017 collection, this coat is an extraordinary example of the designer’s architectural elegance. Tailored in a luxurious silk and wool blend with a sub...
Giorgio Armani Beige Jersey Halter Neck Strap Back Evening Dress
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Giorgio Armani Black Jersey Halter Neck Strap Back Evening Dress. From the late 1990s this amazing dress will keep all eyes on you! Graceful & sexy, simple & elegant it doesn...
S/S 1998 Runway Giorgio Armani Beaded Chinoiserie Slip Dress
By Giorgio Armani
Located in London, GB
This mesmerising dress was created by Giorgio Armani for his spring / summer 1998 collection and is the exact dress which walked the runway for his high-end Black Label. It was also...
1990s Giorgio Armani Draped Little Black Cocktail Dress
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A classic never goes out of style. This Armani silk LBD from the 1990s is the perfect example. Beautifully constructed with an interior boned corset bodice that fastens with a hook a...
1980s Giorgio Armani Black Illusion Neckline Sleeveless Little Black Dress LBD
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Classic style LBD from Giorgio Armani from the 1980s. The sleeveless black silk cocktail dress zips up the back and has some structure at the waistline with panels and darts. The ill...
Giorgio Armani Pale Blue Glass Beaded Shoulder Bag — c. 1990s
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A luminous and ethereal design from Giorgio Armani, this vintage shoulder bag reflects the designer’s mastery of minimalist elegance and material refinement. The exterior is composed of pale blue glass tube beads, meticulously linked to create a delicate, translucent lattice over a soft champagne silk lining. Its long beaded shoulder strap threads through a crystal quartz ring...
2004 Giorgio Armani Black Label Strapless Monochrome Dress
By Giorgio Armani
Located in London, GB
This graceful, classic evening dress was designed by Giorgio Armani in 2004 for his luxury ready to wear line. Drawing on Armani house signatures of intricately detailed eveningwear ...
1990s Armani Black Velvet Chenille Evening Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Beautiful Giorgio Armani early 1990s black velvet chenille evening jacket with zip up the front and snaps hidden behind a placket. The jacket has a unique sewing technique that mimic...
Giorgio Armani Navy Blue Sequin and Beaded Sleeveless Top - 42
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Giorgio Armani navy blue, red and clear sequin and beaded top. This beautiful top is in excellent condition. Measurements: length 22" bust 36" waist 38" Size 42
S/S 2004 Giorgio Armani Runway Tiered Off-White Navy Backless Silk Top
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Giorgio Armani’s Spring/Summer 2004 collection, this tiered silk top combines off-white and navy panels in a striking geometric design. The halter neckline extends into an open ...
Georgio Armani Black Silk Crepe Fully Lined Bustier
By Giorgio Armani
Located in New York, NY
Georgio Armani wonderful elegant black silk crepe bustier is fully lined with an invisible side zipper which measures 11". The front length meas...
GIORGIO ARMANI S/s 2007 Black Embellished Wavey Edge Evening Blazer / Skirt Set
By Giorgio Armani
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This exquisite two-piece evening set features a beautifully beaded long-sleeve top paired with a sleek, flowing skirt. The intricate beadwork forms radiant patterns that sparkle eleg...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House...
S/S 2000 Giorgio Armani Runway Sheer Embroidered Silk Purple Tank Crop Top
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This sheer purple tank top from Giorgio Armani’s Spring/Summer 2000 runway collection is crafted from delicate embroidered silk. Designed with a subtle cropped cut, the piece feature...
Giorgio Armani flower pants
By Giorgio Armani
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ARMANI - (Made in Italy) Flower silk pants. Size 42IT. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 35 cm - Length: 135 cm SKU:FJ50
2011 Vintage Giorgio Armani woven silk strapless navy blue dress gown 42 - 6
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Montgomery, TX
2011 Vintage runway Giorgio Armani woven silk strapless navy blue gown IT size 42 - US 6 Measurements approximately: Bust 34", waist 30", hips 36", length 51" (from the bust) Fully ...
S/S 1999 Giorgio Armani Runway Pink Floral Sequin Embroidery Mesh Overlay Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Giorgio Armani’s Spring/Summer 1999 collection, this ethereal pink gown features a fuchsia silk base overlaid with delicate lavender tulle. Intrica...
Giorgio Armani Evening dress size 42
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Armani Collezioni Viscose (82%) and silk Velvet Black color With bow Plissé Total length cm 105 (4133 inches)
Giorgio Armani Fully Beaded Embroidered Champagne Black Evening Blazer Top
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Montgomery, TX
Very Rare Giorgio Armani Runway Fully Beaded Evening Jacket Italian size 44 - US 6/8 Champagne and Black Beads Fully Lined in Silk, Bell Sleeves, Hook an...
Vintage Giorgio Armani 1990s Ivory Beige Perforated Leather 90s Trench Jacket
By Giorgio Armani, Armani Collezioni
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage GIROGIO ARMANI 1990s fitted Ivory / beige leather perforated belted trench jacket coat! Features extremely soft Napa leather that is perfor...
Giorgio Armani Cashmere wool blend herringbone jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in New York, NY
Straight from hie Milano boutique, Giorgio Armani Cashmere wool blend herringbone jacket is sooo soft to the touch and has hidden side pockets ...
Vintage GIORGIO ARMANI 1990s Beige Gold Silk Chiffon Snakeskin Wide Leg Pants
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 1990s / 90s GIORGIO ARMANI Women’s silk chiffon wide leg trousers! Tan and brown snake skin print, with gold metallic threaded ver...
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 10.5 Blue White Tie Dye Canvas Slip On Loafers
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI loafers in a blue and white canvas featuring a tie dye design, grosgrain trim, and slip on closure. Shoe trees not included. Made in Italy.Very Good Pre-Owned Conditio...
Vintage Giorgio Armani Horn & Leather Shoulder Bag
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A striking fusion of natural materials and minimalist Italian design, this vintage Giorgio Armani shoulder bag is a standout piece from the house’s artisanal accessories era. The fro...
Giorgio Armani Pleated Evening Dress
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Geneva, CH
This alluring Giorgio Armani bustier gown is constructed of silk jersey in a refined blackish grey-brown. The flattering bustier is entirely pleated and features two oversized satin ...
$128Sale Price|20% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI black viscose gather waist crew neck long sleeve body IT38 XS
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIORGIO ARMANI black viscose gather waist crew neck long sleeve body IT38 XS Reference: LNKO/A02310 Brand: Giorgio Armani Material: Viscose Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Snap ...
Vintage Giorgio Armani Light Grey + Blue Watercolor Flowers Silk Maxi Skirt
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage GIORGIO ARMANI 1990s silk maxi skirt! Features the most luxurious liquid silk, with multiple chiffon layers. Hidden buttons up t...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Navy + Beige Silk Striped Pants + Top 2-Piece Ensemble
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Sparks, NV
Chic navy blue and beige silk two piece ensemble with diagonal stripes by Giorgio Armani. Both pieces can be worn together or separately! Details: Unlined Side Pockets on Pants ...
Navy & Black Giorgio Armani Grid Patterned Blazer
By Giorgio Armani
Located in New York, NY
Navy and black grid patterned linen-blend blazer by Giorgio Armani. Shawl collar. Dual hip pockets. Single front button closure. 32" bust, 15" shoulder width, 21" sleeve length, 24" ...
S/S 2005 Giorgio Armani lilac & violet Blazer satin Suit Jacket & Trousers pants
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring 2005 Giorgio Armani lilac & violet Blazer Suit Jacket & pants. The superb ensemble is crafted from 100% Pure silk featuring a matte exterior with satin interior lining and lap...
Vintage Girogio Armani 1990s Ivory One Shoulder 90s Silk Cropped Blouse / Top
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage GIORGIO ARMANI 'Black Label' early 90s ivory / off-white silk one shoulder cropped blouse! Sexy Grecian style, with layers and layers of flowy silk. Intricate pleati...
F/W 2000 Giorgio Armani Runway Ad Black Leather Layered Strip Panel Moto Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Giorgio Armani black leather jacket from the Fall/Winter 2000 collection showcases a unique layered texture throughout. Designed with a high collar and front zip closure, it off...
Giorgio Armani Black Ribbon Embellished Evening Dress, FW 2006
By Giorgio Armani
Located in London, GB
Evening gown by Giorgio Armani, Fall-Winter 2006, composed of black satin with narrow shoulder straps and a fitted, floor-length silhouette that flares into a dramatic hem. The surfa...
Emporio Armani Y2K 203-S Skinny Blue Tinted Lens Metal Frame Sunglasses
By Giorgio Armani, EMPORIO ARMANI EA7
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Emporio Armani Y2K 203-S Skinny Blue Tinted Lens Metal Frame Sunglasses encapsulate the essence of early 2000s fashion with a modern twist. Designed with an thin oval shape and a...
$149Sale Price|35% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI brown suede V topstitch short gloves M
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIORGIO ARMANI brown suede V topstitch short gloves M Reference: NKLL/A00494 Brand: Giorgio Armani Material: Suede Color: Brown Pattern: Solid Closure: Slip On Lining: Brown Suede Ma...
Armani Collezioni Green Shearling Fur Coat, Fall/Winter 2001
By Giorgio Armani, Giorgio Armani Le Collezioni
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
A striking piece from Armani Collezioni’s Fall/Winter 2001 collection, this coat is crafted from luxurious Australian shearling, dyed in rich green tones with subtle variations tha...
1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 Raspberry Pink Fuchsia Vintage Silk Slip Dress
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1990s GIROGIO ARMANI shocking hot raspberry pink / fuchsia textured silk dress! Luxurious textured silk. Spagetti straps and hidden side zipp...
Giorgio Armani Lizard Belt in Pale Mustard Yellow 70/28
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Giorgio Armani genuine lizard belt in pale mustard yellow, marked size 70/28. Rectangle buckle is covered in lizard, there is a silver prong on the buckle back. The belt has a raised...
GIORGIO ARMANI Black White Print Silk Fringe Scarf Shawl
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI shawl in a black and white silk featuring an abstract print and extra long fringe ends.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Measurements: 78 inches x 26.75 inches ...
S/S 1999 Giorgio Armani Runway Pink Floral Beaded Tulle Overlay Maxi Skirt
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Giorgio Armani's Spring/Summer 1999 collection, this elegant maxi skirt debuted on the season's runway and features a sheer tulle overlay veiling intricate lavender floral beadw...
$132Sale Price|20% Off
Emporio Armani Archival Y2K Black Waffle Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in London, GB
Classic chic archival y2k Emporio Armani waffle blazer jacket. Made from black waffle textured viscose mix, it has padded shoulders, a soft drape and single button front. Size IT42/U...