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Indubitably so.
I simply preferred Armani for his softer, more minimalist and 'unstructured' lines. The mainstream lines from Lauren were too preppy for my taste, but as you and CdM pointed out above, he certainly had/has the more specialized 'high-end' offerings to differentiate to some extent....
Giorgio Armani
Turned 91 years old a couple of days ago. The only person who managed to create and define genuine style in the 20th century in my opinion. I recall him stating once that he didn't consider himself a designer, but simply a businessperson who sold clothes....
I knew you'd get that straight off the bat!! =D
That's why I picked it for the thumbnail picture , I wholeheartedly agree, Filip
That's astute.
He's very right there. Actually, that's probably one of the most correct things I've read in months. Great find!
Well,
technically, his ideas one is most true to me. But all of them really hit the mark pretty well!
When I used to have the need to dress up for work he was my
hands down favorite designer. Polo/Ralph Lauren was very nice but Armani was one of those things that if you know, you know.
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When it comes to Lauren, I somehow always perceived his women's lines as more appealing than his menswear designs. They were mostly too preppy for my taste....
I wonder whether he or R Lauren would be considered the more influential🤔
I don’t necessarily see them as comparing apples to apples, but they both have had immense effects on fashion throughout the years.
Indubitably so.
I simply preferred Armani for his softer, more minimalist and 'unstructured' lines. The mainstream lines from Lauren were too preppy for my taste, but as you and CdM pointed out above, he certainly had/has the more specialized 'high-end' offerings to diff...
The king.
So elegant and relaxed style, without any unnecessary noisy detalis. Is he wearing the Raiomir on a nato? Thanks for posting.
Totally.
And yes, that's why I chose that lovely first picture as the thread thumbnail image ....
Great post — never bought a piece of Armani clothing — always been Brooks Brothers and Filson —
But, those quotes are impactful — especially the last one! Thanks for sharing this, Filip.
To his credit....
He dies have his 'Made to Measure' service at all flagship stores 🙂👌
Yes but like Independent Watchmakers...
And varying levels of finishing there are many very fine bespoke made to measure tailoring ateliers worldwide and then the Big Brands Brioni, Zegna, Kiton, Corneliani etc. I am sure the parallels with our watch hobby is self evident 😄😋 Big Fashion Brands ...
What a great series of quotes on that last pic
Occasionally, fashion designers are very inspirational. Thanks for this.
It is looking a bit Grim for Mr. Armani
Unfortunately, Giorgio did not come out at the end of either of his two recent shows: menswear Spring/Summer (which was kinda meh) and prive (which is very Chanel-ish and fantastic). I am worried for him.
I am likewise....
But, I guess, when you get to 91, every single day is a blessing in and of itself. He's certainly lived a long, fulfilling life irrespective of how much time he has left.... 🙏🙂↕️