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 Purple Faux Leather Kidassia Goat Fur Jacket circa 2007
By Giorgio Armani, EMPORIO ARMANI EA7
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Emporio Armani Purple Faux Leather Kidassia Goat Fur Vintage Jacket from circa 2007 is a rare collector’s piece that exudes timeless elegance and high-end sophisticatio...
GIORGIO ARMANI navy water repellent Fern leaf jacquard bomber jacket IT46 S
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIORGIO ARMANI navy water repellent Fern leaf jacquard bomber jacket IT46 S Reference: MICG/A00015 Brand: Giorgio Armani Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Navy, Black Pattern: Solid Clo...
Armani Collezioni Green Shearling Fur Coat, Fall/Winter 2001
By Giorgio Armani Le Collezioni, Giorgio Armani
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 Brown Velvet Cocktail Dress with Rosette
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Rich, deep and sexy Giorgio Armani chocolate brown cut velvet cocktail dress from the 1990s. Strapless with ruching on the left side seam with a dark grey silk rosette applique at the left hip. Full interior corset...
GIORGIO ARMANI Vintage Size L Cream Cotton Oversized Belted Trenchcoat
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage GIORGIO ARMANI SPORTSWEAR trenchcoat in a cream cotton woven fabric featuring a double breasted style, oversized fit, and button closure with belt.Good Pre-Owned Condition. S...
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 Size 2 Cream Cotton Blend Floral Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI "BOGOP 21" jacket in a cream cotton jacquard with a full silk liner featuring a mother of pearl buttons, shoulder pads, tie detail at back, and a button closure. Excel...
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 Top and Skirt Set - '90s
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Giorgio Armani set featuring a sleeveless collared wrap top and mini skirt with side vent, zip back, and a detachable canvas and leather belt to complete the look. Remarks: the comp...
Giorgio Armani 2010 red one shoulder embellished floral silk dress gown IT 46
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A very rare gown from Giorgio Armani Fall 2010, featured on the runway in the shorter version. This is a beautiful floor length gown in striking red silk entirely ...
F/W 1999 Giorgio Armani Black Velvet Satin Trim Backless Strap Crop Top 42IT
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a captivating black velvet Giorgio Armani crop top from the Fall/Winter 1999 collection is a luxurious piece. Constructed from soft black velvet, this alluring top feature...
1990s Giorgio Armani Jacket and Skirt Suit FR 38 / IT 42
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful and elegant Giorgio Armani skirt suit Vintage from the 90's Wool (fabric tag removed) Black and white Houndstooth pattern Single button jacket Two pockets Shoulder/hem cm...
Georgio Armani Midnight Blue Silk Jersey Form-Fitting Dress
By Giorgio Armani
Located in New York, NY
Georgio Armani midnight blue silk jersey form-fitting dress has a wonderfully elegant, yet sexy and flattering deep-plunge front. The sleeves are mid-le...
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 Wool Suit Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Carnate, IT
Giorgio Armani Wool Suit Jacket Giorgio Armani suit. In wool blend, gray \ dove-gray color. The jacket is a size 42 it but fits wide. It measures 4...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Beige Leather Jacket Unisex Size 44 Circa 1990s
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Capri, IT
Giorgio Armani beige leather jacket totally made in italy in size 44 total lenght 61 cm shoulder to hem 71 cm
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...
$1,228Sale Price|20% Off
Navy Giorgio Armani Jacquard Single-Button Blazer Size IT 46
By Giorgio Armani
Located in New York, NY
Navy jacquard blazer by Giorgio Armani. V-neck. Shawl collar. Dual hip pockets. Single button closure at front. 35.5" bust, 13" shoulder width, 25" sleeve length, 27" length.
Georgio Armani 'Black Label' Forest-Green Silk Taffeta 2-Way Zippered Dress/Coat
By Giorgio Armani
Located in New York, NY
Georgio Armani 'Black Label' Forest-Green versatile silk taffeta with a two-directional zipper, can be worn as a cocktail dress, or an evening coat. Adjustable drawstring hemline can...
Giorgio Armani Beaded Asymmetrical Open Vest S/M
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Giorgio Armani intricately beaded vest with unique styling. Draped style with a halter neck and open back. Drapes at an angle. Striking design of round and bugle ...
$197Sale Price|20% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 44 Brown Velvet Cotton Buttoned Vest
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI vest in a brown cotton fabric featuring velvet texture, two pockets, and a button closure. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 54 Measurements: ...
Elegant 100% Silk Navy Blue Suit by Armani Collezioni - No import duty!
By Giorgio Armani, Armani Collezioni
Located in Milano, IT
This refined Armani Collezioni two-piece ensemble embodies the timeless sophistication for which the house of Armani is renowned. Crafted in Italy from luxurious 100% silk, this navy...
1990s Giorgio Armani side slit long coat
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Milano, Lombardia
1990s Giorgio Armani side slit long wool coat This 1990s Giorgio Armani coat features an elegant full-length silhouette crafted from deep navy wool. Designed with a clean zip-front ...
Giorgio Armani Sweater size 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Cotton and viscose Black color Button closure Embroidered sleeves Shoulder length / hem cm 46 (18.1 inches) Shoulder width cm 38 (14.9 inches) Original price euro 425
Giorgio Armani White Body Con Ribbed Stretch Pencil Skirt 1990s 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Giorgio Armani white body con ribbed stretch pencil skirt from the 1990s. Pull on skirt, marked size 40. Great layering skirt, looks like it was barely, ...
$2,345Sale Price|20% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 44 Grey Charcoal Tweed Cashmere Silk Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI jacket in a soft and cozy charcoal grey cashmere silk tweed featuring a collarless style, three pockets, and hidden zip up closure. Made in Italy.New with Tags. Mark...
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 2 Black Wool Pencil Knee-Length Skirt
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
Giorgio Armani pencil skirt is crafted from premium black virgin wool, offering a sophisticated silhouette. Featuring a classic knee-length cut and a practical back slit with a zippe...
GIORGIO ARMANI Size M Navy White Wool Blend Double Breasted Coat
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
ARMANI JEANS by GIORGIO ARMANI coat in a navy and white wool blend fabric featuring a double breasted style, sleeve stripe details, and button closure.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. ...
Giorgio Armani Silk Skirt size 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Emporio Armani Silk Purple color Medium Lenght Total length cm 56 (22.04 inches) Waist cm 36 (14.17 inches)
$464Sale Price|20% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 8 Black Draped Top Wide Leg Tuxedo Jumpsuit
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI jumpsuit features a sleeveless V neck top with an asymmetrical drape and wide leg textured wool blend pant bottom with a thick tuxedo stripe. Made in Italy.Excellent P...
Navy Giorgio Armani Linen-Blend Textured Trousers Size IT 46
By Giorgio Armani
Located in New York, NY
Navy linen-blend textured straight-leg trousers by Giorgio Armani. Dual hip pockets. Front closure. 34" waist, 42" hips, 32.5" inseam, 10.5" rise, 42" length.
Giorgio Armani Black and White Speckle Wool Blend Jacket with Piping Size 46
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Giorgio Armani jacket is composed of a wool blend in a black with white speckle textile print. There are front pockets, front button closures, and piping trim. In excellent cond...
Vintage Emporio Armani F/W 2005 Black Leather Quilted Blazer
By Giorgio Armani
Located in London, GB
Vintage Emporio Armani Fall Winter 2005 leather blazer. Features a supple black leather with a unique quilted finish The fitted cut is accentu...
$250Sale Price|20% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 36 Navy Grid Wool Silk Buttoned Vest
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI vest comes in a navy grid wool / wilk with a striped back panel featuring a adjustable back strap, slit pocket, and a buttoned closure. Made in Italy. Excellent Pre-Ow...
Giorgio Armani Logo Embroidered Velvet Loafers
By Giorgio Armani
Located in London, GB
Giorgio Armani Logo Embroidered Velvet Loafers Black velvet loafers adorned with a front thread embroidery GA logo detail with a matching grosgrain trim. Featuring leather insoles ...
ARMANI Magenta Drape Silk Cocktail Dress Size 8 10
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Armani cocktail dress is composed of a magenta silk with a side draped design. Features a zipper closure. In excellent pre-owned condition, ...
$321Sale Price|20% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 2 Black Pinstripe 3/4 Sleeves Jacket Blazer
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI blazer in a black fabric featuring a ruffle front, pinstripe pattern, 3/4 sleeves, and snap button closure. Made in Italy.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor signs of...
Giorgio Armani Wool Blend Cardigan
By Giorgio Armani
Located in London, GB
Giorgio Armani Wool Blend Cardigan Beige cardigan designed with a classic collar and a centre button fastening. Featuring a V-neck and three-quarter sleeves. Rrp Approx. £1,000 S...
1999 Giorgio Armani Sheer Knit Baby Blue Sleeveless Sweater Top 44IT
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 1999 Giorgio Armani sleeveless sweater top features a sheer knit design in a soft baby blue. With its minimalist style and lightweight fabric, this piece reflects Armani's timel...
$232Sale Price|20% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 0 Navy Jacquard V Neck Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI blazer comes in navy jacquard with a deep V neck, double breasted button front, and mock pockets. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: IT 36 Meas...
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 6 Green Emerald Velvet Viscose Silk Pants
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI emerald green dress pants, expertly crafted in Italy from a luxurious viscose and silk velvet blend. The straight-leg silhouette features elegant pleating and a practi...
$220Sale Price|20% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 6 Tan Black Polyester Animal Print Jacquard Zip Up Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI jacket comes in a tan & black animal print polyester jacquard with a quilted liner featuring a back strap, slit pockets, and a full zip up closure. Made in Italy. Exce...
Giorgio Armani Asymmetric Fringed Skirt - '00s
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Elevate your wardrobe with the Giorgio Armani Asymmetric Fringed Skirt. Crafted from wool knit fabric, this versatile brown skirt features intricate stitching and an asymmetric drop,...
$286Sale Price|20% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 4 Charcoal Grey Wool Blend Textured Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI jacket comes in a charcoal & grey textured wool blend featuring a high collar, and a asymmetrical zip up closure. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 40 Meas...
$1,112Sale Price|20% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 36 Regular Navy Chalkstripe Wool Sport Coat
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI sport coat comes in a navy chalk stripe wool with a full monogram print liner featuring a notch lapel, slit pockets, and a two button closure. Made in Italy.New With T...
$321Sale Price|20% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 40 Black Herringbone Lana Wool Notch Lapel Sport Coat
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI sport coat comes in a black lana wool with a full liner featuring a notch lapel, slit pockets, double back vent, and a double button closure. Made in Italy.Very Good P...
$250Sale Price|20% Off
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 14 Taupe Silk / Cashmere Front Tab Dress Pants
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI Dress Pants comes in a taupe heather silk / cashmere material, with a flat front, a front tab, seam pockets, and straight legs. Made in Italy. Excellent Pre-Owned Cond...
Giorgio Armani Red Leather Jacket & Belt
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Italian designer Giorgio Armani is renowned for his sophisticated aesthetic and exquisite attention to detail. He began his fashion career in window dressing at a Milan department st...
GIORGIO ARMANI grey alpaca mohair blend applique crew sweater
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIORGIO ARMANI grey alpaca mohair blend applique crew sweater Reference: PRWU/A00062 Brand: Giorgio Armani Material: Alpaca, Mohair, Blend Color: Grey Pattern: Solid Closure: Pullove...
Giorgio Armani Le Collezioni Lavender Evening Coat
By Giorgio Armani Le Collezioni, Giorgio Armani
Located in New Hope, PA
Giorgio Armani has designed a beautiful lavender coat with the cleanest lines and form. The coat is collarless, with bracelet length sleeves, generous pockets concealed in the side s...
1980s Giorgio Armani panelled leather bomber jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Milano, Lombardia
1980s Giorgio Armani panelled leather bomber jacket This rare Giorgio Armani leather jacket from the 1980s showcases the experimental e...
1990's Giorgio Armani Denim Fitted Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1990's Giorgio Armani denim fitted jacket with a definite dressy flair. Channel quilted satin trim around the entire jacket creates a finished yet casual look. Fitted through the wai...
Giorgio Armani Perforated Leather Trench Coat
By Giorgio Armani
Located in New Hope, PA
A classic trench coat shape and color is taken to the next design level with supple unlined lambskin perforated with a pattern of very, very tiny perforations. The coat has notched ...
GIORGIO ARMANI cream silk 2018 BIBBED TUXEDO Shirt 40 S
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Giorgio Armani tuxedo shirt in cream crepe silk (100%). Features V-neck with split mock collar and satin bib and cuffs. Closes with contrast black buttons on the front...
1990S GIORGIO ARMANI Light Blue Cotton Mens LS Shirt
By Giorgio Armani
Located in New York, NY
1990S GIORGIO ARMANI Light Blue Cotton Mens LS Shirt
GIORGIO ARMANI brown black cotton blend micro-check 3 pockets blazer IT46 S
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIORGIO ARMANI brown black cotton blend micro-check 3 pockets blazer IT46 S Reference: MICG/A00006 Brand: Giorgio Armani Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Brown, Black Pattern: Checker...
Wool check single breasted jacket ARMANI JEANS
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wool check single breasted jacket. Main fabric composition: 75% wool, 25% nylon. Lining composition: 57% acetate, 43% polyester. Thin shoulder pad. Branded button & buttonhole closur...
Abito nero Giorgio Armani in ottime condizioni
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Abito nero Giorgio Armani con scollo a barca e particolare drappeggio sul fronte. Manica lunga, segnata tg 44 ita, vestibilità piccola. Adatto a chi piace essere comoda ed elegante e...
Mario Valentino Suede and Leather Artist Top
By Mario Valentino, Giorgio Armani
Located in New York, NY
Mario Valentino black suede and brown calf leather artist top by Giorgio Armani. Masculine colorations rendered in an extremely feminine shape. Full gathered sleeves fall from strong...
GIORGIO ARMANI Size 9.5 Black Textured Leather Round Toe Lace Up Shoes
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI lace up shoes in a black leather. Has shoe tree. Made in Italy.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Sign of wear. Marked: 42 1/2Outsole: 12 inches x 4 inches ...