Giorgio Armani's Authorized Biography Reveals the Man Behind the Brand
One year following Giorgio Armani's passing on September 4, 2025, Marsilio has released the authorized biography titled 'Giorgio secondo Armani. La vita oltre il successo,' authored by Roberta Filippini. This 368-page work chronicles Armani's evolution from a rural upbringing in Italy to co-founding his eponymous brand in Milan in 1975. It emphasizes his groundbreaking jacket designs that enabled men to express vulnerability and opened doors for women in powerful roles. While branching into multiple industries, Armani maintained his aesthetic vision, resisting the trend of conglomerate uniformity. The biography also delves into his relationship with Sergio Galeotti and succession challenges, reflecting on his enduring legacy and the cultural influence of his creations.
Key facts
- Giorgio Armani died on September 4, 2025
- First authorized biography 'Giorgio secondo Armani. La vita oltre il successo' by Roberta Filippini published by Marsilio
- Book is 368 pages
- Armani co-founded his company with Sergio Galeotti in 1975
- Armani worked at La Rinascente and learned tailoring from Nino Cerruti
- Richard Gere wore Armani in 'American Gigolo' (1980)
- Armani rejected offers and listing hypotheses to maintain independence
- Armani prepared his legacy through his foundation
Entities
Artists
- Giorgio Armani
- Roberta Filippini
- Nino Cerruti
- Sergio Galeotti
- Richard Gere
Institutions
- Marsilio
- La Rinascente
- Giorgio Armani S.p.A.
Locations
- Italy
- Milan