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Giorgio Armani views his succession as a gradual handover to his closest collaborators and family, as poor health caused him to miss his recent fashion shows in Milan and Paris.
“I would like the succession to be organic and not a moment of rupture,” the Italian luxury designer told the Financial Times.
“My plans consist of a gradual transition of the responsibilities that I have always handled to those closest to me, such as Leo Dell’Orco, the members of my family and the entire working team.”
Dell’Orco, Head of Menswear Design at the Armani Group, took the final bow at the brand’s two menswear shows in Milan.
Shortly before turning 91 in July, Armani missed his first-ever Armani Privé show in Paris due to doctor’s orders – but his signature touch was felt in every sequin, silhouette and stitch.
Tuning in via video link, he gave the green light on everything from makeup looks to the model line-up for his AW25/26 show.
The haute couture collection, titled Noir Séduisant, celebrated two major milestones: 20 years of Armani Privé and the designer’s own unshakable legacy.
The standout, in true Armani fashion, was the eveningwear. He once again showed that it doesn’t have to scream to be seen.
“Even though I wasn’t in Paris, I oversaw every aspect of the show remotely,” he said. “I don’t know if I’d use the word workaholic, but hard work is certainly essential to success.”
Armani is understood to still be rehabilitating at home as he prepares for his brand’s upcoming 50th-anniversary celebrations, scheduled for Milan Fashion Week in late September.
As part of the milestone, he will unveil a special exhibition at the Pinacoteca di Brera – the first fashion-focused show ever hosted by the prestigious museum.
One of the most renowned figures in fashion, Armani is the sole shareholder of the company he founded in 1975 with his late partner, Sergio Galeotti, which generated revenue of €2.3 billion in 2024.
The designer rose to international prominence for his clean, tailored, and understated approach to design – particularly in menswear.
His timeless, structured, and “less is more” aesthetic has enduring appeal, resonating strongly today in a world that is once again embracing the elegance of looking polished and refined.
“If what I created 50 years ago is still appreciated by an audience that wasn’t even born at the time, this is the ultimate reward,” he said.
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