GIORGIO ARMANI WAS NOT HELMING A MERE FASHION HOUSE, HE REIGNED OVER A MULTI BRAND EMPIRE. FIFTY YEARS AFTER THE EMERGENCE OF HIS EPONYMOUS LABEL, WE CELEBRATE THE MAESTRO’S FORWARD THINKING VISION AND UNDERSTATED DESIGNS FOR THE ECLECTIC GENT. HIS CLOTHING DEFINES MODERN ELEGANCE THROUGH UNSTRUCTURED JACKETS, MUTED COLOR PALETTES, AND SIMPLISTIC, FLUID SHAPES THAT REVOLUTIONIZED 1970S/80S FASHION. TODAY, COMFORTABLE, RELAXED POWER DRESSING REMAINS A CORE TENET OF THE ITALIAN HOUSE, WHERE TIMELESS PIECES CRAFTED FROM TOP-TIER FABRICS CARRY ON THE FOUNDER’S LEGACY OF LUXE

BY CHRISTINE CIPOLLA

Blouson

Embellished with a dapper denim-effect print, this silk and canvas jacket features a shirt collar, exposed button closure, and flap patch pockets, details that highlight its functionality and spirit. The striking color palette, incorporating onyx, sky blue, and ivory is combined with extravagant fabrics to deliver a unique textural experience. Its casual shape can be dressed up or down for different occasions with unmistakable GA style. $4,995

ASV Cupro Trousers

Basic yet flawlessly cut, these swanky, flat-front pants are assembled from canneté cupro and sourced from recycled cotton byproducts. They offer a waistband with belt loops along with a button zip closure and side pockets for a heritage piece that will serve many looks for years to come. $1,495

Swim Trunks

Get ready for a delicious dip in the pool when you rock these vibrant leaf-printed shorts. With an adjustable, elasticated drawstring waistband, this bold-patterned suit is completed by two side pockets, a back pocket with but ton closure, and a contrasting logo emblem. $825

Mini Bag

Incorporating smart performance and expert craftsman ship, this crossbody carryall is just the ticket for leisurely strolls through town. It’s fabricated from recycled, certified nylon and customized with pebbled-leather inserts. Bonus: it features a practical detachable webbing shoulder strap that offers carrying options. $975

Polo Sweater

Caramel-colored and classic, this long-sleeved polo shirt is crafted from soft, cozy cashmere, with ribbed details on the front and shoulders to add movement. The pullover, with a shaped chest pocket and raised trims, is a spot-on choice for completing informal daytime looks, especially when teamed with the collection’s trousers. $2,195

Royal Line Suit

Forever a status symbol and synonymous with Italian luxury, a crisp Armani suit is the hallmark of quintessential style. This regular-fit, virgin wool, six-button, double-breasted jacket is energized by a windowpane check motif, with peak lapels and shoulders structured with a sleeve-head roll. The relaxed-fit trousers flaunt two pleats and stitched turn-ups. $4,795

Loafers

Distinctive and sophisticated, these shoes are manufactured from supple suede and adorned with a rope-covered sole, similar to espadrilles. Their clean, lightweight lines and impeccable fit make for a great choice when the weather finally warms. The loafers possess a cool, carefree attitude, in tune with the Armani aesthetic. $1,095

Bermuda Shorts

If you’re jet-setting somewhere equatorial this winter, pure linen canvas shorts never fail to do the trick on a sweltering day. This pair, with a drawstring waist and two side compartments, stands out for its rich cocoa hue and fresh attitude, an ideal sidekick for an uncomplicated tee or lightweight blazer. Choose a tonal vibe or add an oatmeal top to break it up. $895

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