WE PAY TRIBUTE TO THE LATE, GREAT GIORGIO ARMANI, A PREMIER ITALIAN TALENT WHOSE SIGNATURE RELAXED YET LUXURIOUS, READY-TO-WEAR STYLE AND UNDERSTATED AESTHETICS HAS GRACED COUNTLESS MAGAZINE COVERS AND RED CARPETS OVER THE LAST HALF CENTURY. IN DESCRIBING HIS APPROACH TO FASHION, HE SAID: “I WAS THE FIRST TO SOFTEN THE IMAGE OF MEN, AND HARDEN THE IMAGE OF WOMEN.” WITH ITS MINIMALIST, ANDROGYNOUS ATTITUDE, THE HOUSE OF ARMANI CONTINUES TO HONOR THE CORE VALUES OF THE BRAND’S VENERATED FOUNDER: REFINEMENT WITHOUT RULES
BY CHRISTINE CIPOLLA
Tulle Rhinestone Dress
A shower of rhinestones covers the sensual, slinky lines of this silk maxi dress. The zip-opening V-neck style is embellished with a tulle layer and black sequins for head-to-toe sparkle. Grab a glass of bubbles, find the mistletoe, and prepare for an evening of enchantment. $9,900
ASV Chevron Long Coat
Cozy and enveloping, this virgin wool cashmere wrap highlights shawl lapels, patch pockets, and a contrasting leather belt. A refined offering, it will round out many of your cold-weather ensembles with its clean lines and natural colorway. Animated by a series of chevron motifs and shapes, it’s a reinterpretation of pieces “stolen” from the gents, but with a feminine twist. $9,800
Long Single-Breasted Jacket
Get lost in this deep, sea blue suiting of silk that’s distinguished by its wide peak lapels, jewel button closure, and monochromatic, rhinestone-covered details. Its slim fit and elongated lines enhance and lengthen the feminine silhouette, making it a perfect pair with cigarette trousers and a shimmering top. $8,200
Mandala Print Skirt
No shrinking violets here! This special piece tells the story of the house’s recurring theme via the elaborate embroidery that elevates this voluminous skirt. A mandala-print fabric falls upon a deep amethyst colored base with front draping and a wide slit for fluid movement. $13,500
Pearlized Leather Jacket
The result of expert Italian artisanal handiwork, this short jacket crafted from multicolored pearl nappa leather is quite the head-turner, thanks to its distinctive basket weave design on a sheer tulle base. It features an asymmetrical fastening and sophisticated neutral palette that adds one of-a-kind style to a wide array of looks. $17,000
Python-Print Ballerina Shoes
You’ll become instantly captivated by these charming but audacious ballet flats constructed of reptile printed lambskin. The GA logo adorns the insole, while the light weight feel and playful vibe will make them your go-to pick for everyday wear with a touch of sass. $1,195
Lurex and Tulle Long Dress
Show stopping and sexy, this lurex dress dazzles with its delicate draping and glitzy silver shade. A lightweight layer of tulle, adorned with heat-sealed rhine stones, illuminates this sleeveless style. It spotlights a plunging neckline, held by a heart-shaped brooch, and a gathered front with a deep slit, revealing its turquoise lining. $13,000
Wide-Leg Denim Trousers
How did Armani make basic jeans look so fly? Fashioned from stretch-cotton denim with a comfy fit and soft feel, they sport a high-waist with slanted topstitched pockets and a GA emblem on the back. Endlessly versatile, pair them with anything from cozy sweaters to textured crops. $1,295
Giorgio Armani