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Giorgio Armani - fashion director has died aged 91. Image credit: REUTERS

Giorgio Armani dies aged 91

September 4, 2025September 4, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Giorgio Armani, the Italian designer who revolutionised fashion and built a global empire, has died aged 91.

Pitti Uomo trade fair in Florence. Credits: AKAstudio-collective

Pitti Uomo opens with 770 brands taking part

January 15, 2025January 15, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The 107th edition of Florence’s international menswear trade fair, Pitti Uomo, opened on Tuesday, featuring two international guests: Japanese designer Satoshi Kuwata with the debut of his Setchu brand, and Mm6 Maison Margiela.

On this day in history: birth of designer Nina Ricci

January 14, 2025January 14, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Born on 14th January 1883 in Turin, Italy, Nina Ricci is an influential figure in fashion history. Renowned for her elegant and romantic designs, she built a legacy that continues to inspire the fashion world today.

Rosita Missoni, Co-Founder of Iconic Fashion House, Dies Aged 93

January 3, 2025January 3, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Rosita Missoni, co-founder of the celebrated Italian knitwear brand Missoni, has died at the age of 93.

On this day in history: designer Gianni Versace born

December 2, 2024December 2, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Versace’s Villa – Credit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/eustaquio/

donatella versace at Milan Fashion Week September 2023

Donatella Versace criticises government’s anti-LGBTQ stance

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Donatella Versace criticised Italy’s right-wing government for its recent actions against LGBTQ rights. She was speaking at Milan Fashion Week while receiving the Humanitarian Award for Equity and Inclusivity.

On this day in history: Italian fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli was born

September 10, 2023September 10, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Born on 10th September 1890, Elsa Schiaparelli was a prominent Italian fashion designer known for her innovative and surrealistic approach to fashion during the early to mid-20th century.

Castel del Monte will house the fashion show for Gucci in May

Gucci is hitting the road again with its shows

April 13, 2022April 13, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Gucci announces the location for their upcoming cruise collection in May. The 13th century Castel del Monte in Apulia will be the venue for the as yet unnamed show on May 16th.

Nino Cerruti, men’s ready-to-wear fashion designer, dies aged 91

January 17, 2022January 17, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Pioneering Italian fashion designer Nino Cerruti died at the age of 91. The entrepreneur turned the family textile factory into a global fashion brand.

Giorgio Armani receives Italy honour. Image: Armani twitter

Giorgio Armani decorated “Cavaliere” of Italy

November 27, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Fashion designer Giorgio Armani was awarded the Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic today. Armani’s five-decade career sees him as one of the most recognised couturiers in the world.