Figure indelible. There death Of Giorgio Armani He caused an immediate and deep wave of emotion all over the world.
From the announcement of his disappearance, less than twenty -four hours ago, in fact, they multiplied dramatically tributesi memoriesthe dedications by celebrities, colleagues and high institutions. Hollywood star like Demi Moore And Michelle Pfeiffer They share archival images and special moments. Designer of the caliber of Maria Grazia Chiuri And Donatella Versaceon the other hand, pay homage to a giant of Italian and world fashion, perhaps the last of its kind. The death of Giorgio Armani, therefore, does not stop making it excited.
The condolence of the institutions
“Giorgio Armani has shaped contemporary fashion redefining the boundaries and creating a concept of lifestyle recognized and admired all over the world, also affirming the Made in Italy as a synonym of
excellence. Among the founders of the Milan Fashion Weekcontributed with vision and generosity to the growth of the fashion system and its values, with profound attention and participation in the great events of the contemporary and the urgent social issues. He supported young designers, the cultural manifestations in the city of Milan and in the world, the mixture of artistic expressions. Its history represents a source of inspiration for all of us, “he wrote in a note Carlo CapasaPresident of the National Chamber of Italian Fashion.
The mayor of Milan Beppe Salaannouncing the city mourning for Monday 8 September, he said: «Giorgio Armani has been and will remain forever one of the greatest representatives of Italian and Milanese fashion in the world. In Milan, his creative gaze, his active participation and his support in the life of this city will miss. ” Lucia Borgonzoni, Undersecretary for Culture, echoes him. «With Giorgio Armani not only disappears A fashion geniusbut a symbol of Italy in the world. His vision has redefined the very concept of elegance, combining sobriety and modernity, tradition and innovation, helping to give Made in Italy that recognizable force that has become a universal heritage. “
Death Giorgio Armani: the tribute of colleagues stylists
In the last few hours, there are many stylists, Italian and non -Italians who have wanted to pay homage to King Giorgio. First of all, Valentino Garavani And Giancarlo Giammetti. Who write: «We cry someone who we have always considered a Friend.. never a rival. We have known him for more than 50 years – from sea fashion to Capri, where we paraded together, to many moments of fashion in common … we can only bow to his immense talentto the changes that has led to our work, and above all to its constant loyalty to a single style, his ».
Giorgio Armani and Valentino Garavani at a party in Rome in 1995 (Photo by Franco Origlia/Getty Images)
“Giorgio Armani has taught the world The elegance of Made in Italy. With his vision he contributed to defining a modern and emancipated female and male vocabulary. His contribution to Italian fashion, his vision and his integrity will remain forever a guide, “he says Maria Grazia Chiuri. The designer Giambattista Vallifor its part, he shared on Instagram a letter received by Giorgio Armani, accompanied by the words: «Have a nice trip Mr. Armani… his unshakable ethics, vision, tireless dedication to beauty and integrity will last forever as in my heart ».
Among the most heartfelt memories stands out that of Rocco Iannonecurrent creative director of Ferrariwith a long experience behind the Armani maison. «All the words that I could use right now would never be enough to contain the gratitude immense that I feel every time that, looking back, I think back to the wealth of the teachings received. I remember the fear in front of the severe looks, but also the willpower that only the greats have: that capable of tracing luminous paths in people’s lives. This do i masters: show the way, and at the same time invite us to look for ours, keeping their teachings in the heart ».
Giorgio Armani together with Donatella Versace in Cannes in 2004 (Photo by J. Vespa/Wireimage)
Speaks of master too Federico Marchettiat his side for decades. From the maison Vivienne Westwood to Donatella Versacefrom Paul Smith to Renzo Rosso until Todd Snyderthe dedications for Mr. Armani do not stop.
From Julia Roberts to Demi Moore, the memory of the stars
The news of Giorgio Armani’s death could only hit Hollywood and the entire industry of the cinemawith which the Italian designer boasted a special relationship. After spending the season of Awards wearing dream dresses signed by Armani Privé, Demi Moore it pays homage to him Remembering the moments spent together preparing those looks. Michelle Pfeifferfor his part, remembers him with the words that made him famous: elegance is not noticing, but being remembered. Sharing an image of the two of them on the red carpet of the fashion Awards, in 2019, Julia Roberts describes Armani Like a true friend and a legend.
In addition to the homage of Diane Krugerthe moved dedication published on Instagram by Isabella Ferrari. “Dear Giorgio, how close to the heart! I am here, immersed among your greeting cards sent over the years, our images, and a void that forces me to write to order in pain. […] It all started with you … you know, my mom, on important occasions, was bought the Armani’s suit and when I won the Volpi Cup in Venice, you rescued me with a beautiful dress. Then, from there, a succession of meetings, fashion shows, important clothes for all important occasions of my life. […] A tear, and the affection that I felt for you by now only made me think that you were not only King Giorgio, but a father. And I was there, to share our roots. The roots of a man who has changed the world with rigor, with sensitivity, with strength ».
Goodbye to King Giorgio
Naomi Campbell and Giorgio Armani in 1996. (Photo by Rose Hartman/Archive Photos/Getty Images)
“I had the great honor of working with him and knowing him at the beginning of my career. Seeing it at work was like observing a master in his profession. It did not allow us to alter any detail, nor our hair, nor the color of our lips. Everything had to stay as he had imagined him. He did not believe in the word “top model“, Reminding us instead that we were simply numbers, 58, 59, 60. That lesson taught me to never believe in fashionsbut to focus on getting his vision when I wore his clothes “, he told on Instagram Naomi Campbell.
From Claudia Schiffer to Helena Christensenfrom Cindy Crawford to Carla Bruni to Linda Evangelistathe models symbol of the nineties remember the fashion giant.
The memory of Giorgio Armani does not stop getting excited.