Fashion titan Giorgio Armani will miss his first-ever Milan Fashion Week shows as he recuperates from a recent hospital stay, marking a historic moment in his remarkable five-decade career.
Giorgio Armani to Skip Milan Fashion Week for First Time in Career
Giorgio Armani to Skip Milan Fashion Week for First Time in Career
90-Year-Old Fashion Icon Recovering After Hospital Stay
Armani, the 90-year-old fashion legend, will not be present at his two scheduled shows for Milan Fashion Week, an unprecedented occurrence in his long-standing career. According to a statement from his company, he is "currently recovering at home" following a brief hospital stay in Milan, an experience reported by local media.
This absence is particularly noteworthy as it marks the first time in his celebrated career that Armani will miss a catwalk event. The designer had worked tirelessly on the Spring-Summer 2026 collections and plans to engage with the upcoming menswear shows remotely on Saturday and Monday. As a significant figure in luxury fashion, the news has garnered extensive attention.
Armani's longtime collaborator, Leo Dell'Orco, who oversees menswear design, is expected to take his place at the closing bows during the shows. Reports indicate that Armani is in good spirits and is anticipated to attend his brand's upcoming shows in Paris at the end of June.
The brand, founded in 1975, will celebrate its 50th anniversary next month, coinciding with Armani's own 91st birthday. Known as 'Re Giorgio' or King Giorgio, Armani has been a pivotal force in the luxury fashion industry, building a vast empire that extends beyond clothing into areas such as accessories, beauty products, interior design, and even luxury hotels. Born in Piacenza, Italy, in 1934, he transitioned from studying medicine to launching his iconic fashion label with his late partner, Sergio Galeotti. As the fashion world evolves, Armani’s remarkable journey continues to inspire.
This absence is particularly noteworthy as it marks the first time in his celebrated career that Armani will miss a catwalk event. The designer had worked tirelessly on the Spring-Summer 2026 collections and plans to engage with the upcoming menswear shows remotely on Saturday and Monday. As a significant figure in luxury fashion, the news has garnered extensive attention.
Armani's longtime collaborator, Leo Dell'Orco, who oversees menswear design, is expected to take his place at the closing bows during the shows. Reports indicate that Armani is in good spirits and is anticipated to attend his brand's upcoming shows in Paris at the end of June.
The brand, founded in 1975, will celebrate its 50th anniversary next month, coinciding with Armani's own 91st birthday. Known as 'Re Giorgio' or King Giorgio, Armani has been a pivotal force in the luxury fashion industry, building a vast empire that extends beyond clothing into areas such as accessories, beauty products, interior design, and even luxury hotels. Born in Piacenza, Italy, in 1934, he transitioned from studying medicine to launching his iconic fashion label with his late partner, Sergio Galeotti. As the fashion world evolves, Armani’s remarkable journey continues to inspire.
