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Giorgio Armani

Italian, b. 1934

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.

Today, Armani is still designing ready-to-wear collections, and the luxury house has 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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Designer: Giorgio Armani
Giorgio Armani Vintage Rectangle Polarized Sunglasses 846 140 mm
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Find an extraordinary range of authentic Giorgio Armani fashion available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of red, blue, pink and other tones. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Moschino Cheap and Chic, Etro, and Emanuel Ungaro appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Giorgio Armani fashion from top boutiques around the world. Giorgio Armani fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $60 and tops out at $15,425, while the average work can sell for $433.
Questions About Giorgio Armani
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not Giorgio Armani suits are canvassed depends on the style. Nearly all designs in the Black Label range and some other suits feature canvassed construction. This means that artisans add extra layers of fabric between the lining and the outer material to reinforce the garments. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Giorgio Armani suits.
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    To spot a fake Giorgio Armani suit, start by examining the buttons. Fake Armani suits may use more decorative buttons to make the jackets seem more expensive. Also, Armani suits normally do not have flaps over their pockets, and their labels are usually above the right-hand inner pocket. Find a variety of expertly vetted Giorgio Armani suits on 1stDibs.
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    To tell if Giorgio Armani sunglasses are fake, start by examining the cleaning cloth and case. All new eyewear offered by the brand comes with these accessories. Both will show the Giorgio Armani brand name in the correct font in clear, evenly spaced letters. You'll find a range of expertly vetted Giorgio Armani sunglasses on 1stDibs.
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    The Italian fashion house Giorgio Armani started when its founder, Giorgio Armani, began designing and selling ready-to-wear apparel and accessories for men and women in 1975 in Milan, Italy. Today, his company Giorgio Armani S.p.A., continues to operate in the city. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Giorgio Armani.
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    Where Giorgio Armani makes products varies based on type. Factories in China that specialize in luxury goods manufacture the brand's shoes and some other accessories. Giorgio Armani produces most apparel in Italy. On 1stDibs, find a range of Giorgio Armani apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Giorgio Armani is the Italian fashion designer who founded the luxury fashion company Giorgio Armani S.p.A., in 1975. He remains the owner and CEO of the company as of December 2021. Armani was born in Piacenza, Italy, on July 11, 1934. Find a collection of Giorgio Armani apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani owns Giorgio Armani S.p.A., and all of the brands that fall under its umbrella, including Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani and Armani Exchange. Armani founded the company on July 24, 1975. The company has its headquarters in Milan, Italy. Shop a selection of Giorgio Armani on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Who makes Giorgio Armani's fabrics varies from product to product and from season to season. Often, the brand works with multiple suppliers or contracts with one to provide fabric for a certain range of items. For example, Rubelli produced fabrics for the brand's 2021/2 furniture line. Find a range of Giorgio Armani on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, Giorgio Armani is a luxury brand. In fashion, brands that sell finely crafted clothing and accessories at aspirational price points fall under the category of luxury. Giorgio Armani fits this definition. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Giorgio Armani apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Giorgio Armani designs luxury apparel and accessories. The company is well known for their suits, jackets and accessories for men and women. In addition, the brand offers streetwear through Armani Exchange and fashions for young adults through Emporio Armani. Shop a collection of Giorgio Armani on 1stDibs.
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    To tell what size Giorgio Armani pants are, check the tag. For most of the brand's pieces, sizes correspond to the Italian system. The design house has an official size chart on its website to help you determine what your Italian pants size is. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Giorgio Armani apparel.
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    Giorgio Armani sunglasses are usually made in Italy. The manufacturer Luxottica handles production of the brand's eyewear lines. It also manufacturers sunglasses and eyeglasses for many other luxury brands, including Burberry, Chanel, Oakley and Tiffany & Co. Find a range of Giorgio Armani sunglasses on 1stDibs.
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    No, Giorgio Armani and Armani Exchange are not the same. Giorgio Armani is the luxury line of apparel and accessories made by the Italian fashion house Giorgio Armani S.p.A., while Armani Exchange is the company's fast-fashion streetwear brand. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Giorgio Armani apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    There are around 80 Giorgio Armani stores located around the world. In addition, Giorgio Armani S.p.A., operates more than 150 Emporio Armani stores, 160 A/X Armani Exchange stores and numerous other specialty stores. You can also purchase the brand's fashions and accessories from third-party retailers and on some online platforms. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Giorgio Armani.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To pronounce Giorgio Armani, say "JOR-jee-oh ar-MA-nee." Giorgio Armani is the founder of the Italian luxury fashion house that shares his name. He was born on July 11, 1934, and his name is of Italian origin. Find a selection of Giorgio Armani apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, Giorgio Armani does go on sale. You can find discounted items both on the brand's official website and in their brick-and-mortar boutiques. In addition, authorized third-party brick-and-mortar retailers and online platforms may sell Armani for reduced prices. You'll find a collection of Giorgio Armani on 1stDibs.
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    To find out who sells Giorgio Armani, visit the brand's official website. You can search for the company’s boutique locations and find out what authorized retailers are in your area. In addition, Giorgio Armani clothing and accessories can be purchased from the brand's online store and from other reputable online platforms. Find a selection of vintage Giorgio Armani on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Armani Collezioni is not exactly the same as Armani, but the two are closely related. Armani is the name for the celebrated Italian fashion house founded by Giorgio Armani in 1975. Armani Collezioni is a diffusion line that was launched by the brand in 1979 to offer high-end shirts, suits and other items at affordable prices. These garments were made-to-measure, wherein a tailor would customize using a standard-sized base pattern, but the line was available in department stores. Shop a collection of Armani apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Armani Exchange comes from Italy. The brand is a diffusion line of the Italian luxury fashion house of Armani that debuted in 1991. Its headquarters is in Milan, and Armani Exchange produces all of its pieces at factories located in Italy. Find a wide variety of Armani apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • Couture ClosetsMarch 21, 2021
    Emporio Armani along with Giorgio Armani are the only two ready-to-wear brands that are mainly designed by Giorgio Armani himself. Giorgio Armani is the highest-end line for the brand and can only be found in in Giorgio Armani boutiques, specialty clothiers and select high-end department stores. Emporio Armani is the second brand of Armani family, features ready-to-wear and runway collections and is slightly less expensive than the Giorgio Armani line.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Giorgio Armani is the Italian designer and founder of the high-fashion brand Armani, which includes the Emporio Armani label. Emporio Armani is considered the more accessible line and is aimed at a younger audience. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Armani and Emporio Armani apparel from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Giorgio Armani is renowned for making clothes, including haute couture, menswear, and womenswear. The high-fashion brand has been synonymous with luxury clothing since it was founded on July 24, 1975 in Milan, Italy. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Armani clothes from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To get Giorgio Armani eyeglass and sunglass frames cleaned up, visit an authorized service center. Authorized repair centers have the equipment required to safely clean Giorgio Armani eyewear without causing damage. You can find a variety of Giorgio Armani sunglasses on 1stDibs.

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