Core Insights - Giorgio Armani, the legendary Italian designer, passed away at the age of 91, leaving behind a net worth of $12.1 billion, and is recognized for revolutionizing women's suits and modern fashion [1] - The future leadership of the Armani Group is a significant concern following his death, with discussions around succession planning and the potential for the brand's independence to be maintained [1][15] Group 1: Background and Career - Giorgio Armani was born on July 11, 1934, in a small town in northern Italy, and initially pursued a medical career before shifting to fashion [2][3] - He began his fashion career in the late 1960s, opening a design studio in Milan in 1973 and founding the Armani Group in 1975, quickly gaining international recognition [5][4] - The brand expanded significantly in the 1980s, introducing various lines and entering global markets, including the U.S., Japan, and China [5] Group 2: Business Operations and Strategy - Armani Group has maintained its independence, unlike other luxury brands, and is projected to generate approximately €2.3 billion in revenue in 2024 [14] - The company has a strong cash position, with €570 million in net cash, and derives about half of its revenue from Europe, with the U.S. and Asia-Pacific each contributing around 20% [14] - Armani has actively diversified into various sectors, including accessories, cosmetics, hospitality, and real estate, and has established a significant presence in the luxury hotel market [9][11] Group 3: Succession Planning - Armani had no children and was known for his low-profile personal life, but he had been planning for succession for over a decade, establishing the Giorgio Armani Foundation to manage his legacy [15][16] - The foundation aims to distribute shares among family members and partners, ensuring the brand's values are upheld and exploring the possibility of going public five years after his death [15] - Key potential successors include family members and long-term collaborators, with specific roles already defined within the company [17][19] Group 4: Future Challenges - The future leadership structure will need to fill the roles of chairman and CEO, with long-term executives likely to take on these responsibilities [16] - The brand's unique business model, which spans fashion, hospitality, and lifestyle, will face challenges in maintaining its identity without its founder [20]

Core Viewpoint - The 2026 Spring/Summer Beijing Fashion Week will take place from September 10 to 17, featuring over a hundred fashion events under the theme "潮塑新生" (Fashioning New Life), aiming to blend national trends with international influences and traditional elements with innovation [1][3]. Group 1: Event Structure and Highlights - The fashion week will adopt a "main venue + special venues + pop-up venues" format, with the National Convention Center Phase II serving as the main venue for the first time [3]. - The opening night will feature a grand show titled "鎏光" (Luminous) by renowned international designer Guo Pei [3]. - A fashion pop-up show will be held at Shougang Park, coinciding with the China International Fair for Trade in Services, expanding the reach of fashion culture [3]. Group 2: International Collaboration and Cultural Exchange - The event will include "Future Moda China-Italy Fashion Day" at the Longfu Temple venue, showcasing new collections from various Italian fashion brands [3]. - The "Hello, Beijing" cultural exchange night at the Silk Street venue will feature Nigerian designers presenting traditional garments, alongside a fashion show by Chinese designers and international supermodel Ma Yanli [3]. Group 3: Commercial Integration and Consumer Engagement - The fashion week aims to enhance commercial conversion capabilities with the theme "悦享京秋" (Enjoying Autumn in Beijing), collaborating with over 80 commercial complexes in Beijing and Hebei [4]. - The event will align with major activities such as the China Open Tennis Tournament and the Beijing International Music Festival to stimulate consumer spending [4]. - Online, the fashion week will partner with Douyin e-commerce for live streaming events, integrating intangible cultural heritage techniques with top brands and influencers for an immersive shopping experience [4].

Core Points - Giorgio Armani, the renowned Italian fashion designer, passed away at the age of 91 on September 4, 2023 [1] - Armani co-founded the Armani brand in Milan in 1975, which has since become a significant influence in the global fashion industry [2] - The Armani Group's business encompasses high fashion, perfumes, accessories, hotels, and home decor, with a current valuation of nearly $10 billion [3] Wealth and Inheritance - As of the fiscal year 2024, Armani's personal wealth exceeds €11 billion, with the latest Forbes report listing it at $12.1 billion, ranking him 4th in Italy and 235th globally [4] - Armani remained unmarried and childless throughout his life, leading to ongoing public interest regarding the succession of his brand [5] - A draft inheritance plan from 2016 indicates that Armani's shares are divided into six categories, allocated to close family members and a charitable foundation, each with different voting rights [6] Succession Planning - The inheritance plan stipulates that if the group seeks to go public, it must wait at least five years after Armani's death, prohibiting any mergers during this period to protect brand stability and independence [7] - The plan was revised in September 2023 to include non-voting shares to minimize disputes among heirs [8] - Armani announced plans to retire in the next two to three years, gradually transferring responsibilities to key individuals including Pantaleo Dell'Orco, family members, and his team [9] Key Heirs - Five significant heirs have emerged: Rosanna (sister), Silvana, Roberta, Andrea Camerana (niece and nephew), and Pantaleo Dell'Orco (long-time collaborator) [10][11] - All five heirs are currently board members, with the exception of Rosanna, who lacks design and management experience [12] - Silvana has been involved in women's creative design for nearly 30 years, while Roberta has a close relationship with Armani and has managed public relations [13] - Dell'Orco, although not a blood relative, is considered Armani's most trusted assistant and has collaborated closely with him in menswear design [14] Company Legacy - Following Armani's passing, the group stated that the company, with a 50-year history, embodies Armani's emotions and dedication, and his family and employees will continue to uphold these values [15]

（文章来源：21世纪经济报道） 9月4日晚，时尚巨头阿玛尼发布讣告，公司创始人、知名时装设计师乔治·阿玛尼辞世，享年91岁。 ...

本 期 编 辑 邹姗 智通财经2025-09-04 21:58:59 乔治·阿玛尼1934年7月11日出生于意大利皮亚琴察，学习过医药及摄影，曾在切瑞蒂任男装设计师， 1975年创立乔治·阿玛尼公司。2025年3月27日，胡润研究院发布《2025胡润全球富豪榜》，乔治·阿玛尼 以800亿元人民币财富位列榜单219位。 智通财经 阿玛尼9月4日公告称，意大利时装设计师乔治·阿玛尼（Giorgio Armani）离世，享年91岁，"阿玛尼怀 着无限悲痛宣布其缔造者、创始人及不懈推动者乔治·阿玛尼的逝世。" ...

1970年，乔治·阿玛尼转为自由设计师，活跃于意大利时装界。1973年，已近四十岁的阿玛尼卖掉汽车，加上自己积 蓄，在米兰成立了小小的工作室。1975年，他与塞尔吉奥・加莱奥蒂联手正式创立品牌，主打男女时装，他负责设 计，加莱奥蒂负责经营。 四十岁创业的阿玛尼，其实生逢"看似最坏的最好时代"。上世纪50年代，大型喷气式飞机问世，出国旅行成为西方世 界新潮流，好莱坞电影也流行到意大利拍摄外景，文化交流推动了时尚产业，意大利时装以面料和设计获得了全球影 响力，米兰成为世界时尚中心。即使上世纪70年代的意大利在原油危机下遭遇重创，失业率大增，社会动荡，看起来 并非创业的好时机，但对于时装业来说却是"不破不立"的机遇。众多老品牌渐渐无法支撑，新兴品牌趁机抢占潮流前 线，米兰遍布各种时尚专卖店，也是阿玛尼眼中的"冒险的最佳时机"。 本文来自微信公众号：文艺界入殓师，作者：叶克飞，题图来自：视觉中国 9月4日奢侈品牌阿玛尼发布公告称，意大利时装设计师、阿玛尼品牌创始人乔治·阿玛尼去世，享年91岁。常年位居福 布斯富豪榜的他，生前留给世界最动人的一句话，我认为是"我很高兴建立了一个美好的王国，但是我依旧是那个自 己替自己打 ...

作者丨高江虹 编辑丨张伟贤 意大利著名设计师乔治·阿玛尼去世，享年91岁。 阿玛尼公司发布讣告称，阿玛尼集团怀着无限悲痛宣布，创始人、缔造者与永不停歇的驱动力 ——乔治·阿玛尼先生于9月4日在米兰逝世。"阿玛尼先生安详离世，身边萦绕着至爱亲朋。直 至生命最后一刻，他仍不知疲倦，将自己奉献给公司、系列作品以及无数正在推进的项目。" 讣告还提到，阿玛尼的葬礼灵堂将于9月6日至9月7日开放，每日9时至18时，地点为米兰贝尔 戈诺内街59号阿玛尼剧院内。根据阿玛尼先生的明确意愿，葬礼将私下举行。 乔治·阿玛尼的去世，无疑是全球时尚行业巨大的损失。他是当今世界最具影响力和传奇色彩 的时装设计大师之一，不仅是同名奢侈品牌"阿玛尼（Armani）"的创始人，更以其革命性的 设计理念重新定义了现代时尚，尤其是男装领域。正如他所说："我的风格偶像，是那些不以 时尚为标榜，却自成风格的人。" 而乔治·阿玛尼本人，正是这句话最完美的化身。 1975年，阿玛尼与他的终身伴侣塞尔吉奥·加莱奥蒂（Sergio Galeotti）筹集初始资金，在米兰 成立了Giorgio Armani S.p.A. 公司。同年，他举办了第一场个人时装发布 ...

2025.09.04 当地时间9月4日，意大利时装设计大师乔治·阿玛尼去世，享年91岁。 阿玛尼集团在声明中表示："员工与合作伙伴们一直满怀敬意与钦佩地称他为'阿玛尼先生'，他在亲人的陪伴下安 详离世，他始终是推动集团发展的不懈动力。"声明用意大利语"永别了，大师"，宣告一个时代的终结。 英国BBC在讣告中称他为"继可可·香奈儿之后，首位为人们着装方式带来深远变革的设计师。" 这位91岁的意大利设计师，用半个世纪的时间，将"低调奢华"的哲学注入全球时尚肌理，其影响力远超行业范 畴。正如《纽约时报》所评论的："他让西装成为现代人的第二层皮肤。" 今天的奢侈品行业，已被LVMH、开云等巨头集团瓜分，阿玛尼是少数坚守独立王国的时装设计师。据彭博情报 评估，其集团2024年估值达80亿～100亿欧元，始终未引入外部资本。他的服装既包裹过《美国舞男》中男主角慵 懒的肩线，也塑造出朱迪·福斯特等一大批好莱坞女演员征战奥斯卡红毯的光芒。在奢侈品牌的资本棋局，阿玛尼 坚守孤傲，用他的剪刀，剪裁出一个时代的审美。 本文字数：3077，阅读时长大约5分钟 作者 | 第一财经 吴丹 乔治·阿玛尼 剪裁革命 1934年7月11日出生 ...

当地时间9月4日，意大利时装设计大师乔治·阿玛尼去世，享年91岁。 阿玛尼集团在声明中表示："员工与合作伙伴们一直满怀敬意与钦佩地称他为'阿玛尼先生'，他在亲人的陪伴下安详离世，他始终是推动集团发展的不懈 动力。"声明用意大利语"永别了，大师"，宣告一个时代的终结。 英国BBC在讣告中称他为"继可可·香奈儿之后，首位为人们着装方式带来深远变革的设计师。" 这位91岁的意大利设计师，用半个世纪的时间，将"低调奢华"的哲学注入全球时尚肌理，其影响力远超行业范畴。正如《纽约时报》所评论的："他让 西装成为现代人的第二层皮肤。" 2025.09. 04 今天的奢侈品行业，已被LVMH、开云等巨头集团瓜分，阿玛尼是少数坚守独立王国的时装设计师。据彭博情报评估，其集团2024年估值达80亿～ 100亿欧元，始终未引入外部资本。他的服装既包裹过《美国舞男》中男主角慵懒的肩线，也塑造出朱迪·福斯特等一大批好莱坞女演员征战奥斯卡红 毯的光芒。在奢侈品牌的资本棋局，阿玛尼坚守孤傲，用他的剪刀，剪裁出一个时代的审美。 本文字数：3077，阅读时长大约5分钟 作者 | 第一财经 吴丹 乔治·阿玛尼 剪裁革命 1934年7月11日出生 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the life and legacy of Giorgio Armani, a renowned fashion designer who passed away at the age of 91, highlighting his significant contributions to the fashion industry and the future of his brand [2][4]. Group 1: Business Overview - Giorgio Armani founded his company in 1975 and remained the sole shareholder, expanding his business into various sectors including hotels, home goods, cosmetics, and even food products [4]. - Armani's estimated net worth exceeds $10 billion, making him a leading figure in Italian high fashion, often referred to as "Re Giorgio" [5]. - The brand has multiple sub-lines targeting different demographics, including Emporio Armani for younger audiences and Armani Exchange for trendy styles, showcasing a strategic brand matrix [5]. Group 2: Succession Planning - Armani did not have children and was reluctant to discuss succession plans, but established a foundation in 2016 to oversee the brand after his passing [6]. - He planned to transfer shares to his sister, three nephews, and a close team to prevent external takeovers, with recent adjustments allowing for non-voting shares to attract financial investors [6]. - Creative leadership is set to be passed to Leo Dell'Orco and his niece Silvana Armani, who will manage various lines of the brand [7]. Group 3: Future Implications - The future direction of the Armani brand is uncertain following his death, especially with a planned major event for the 50th anniversary of the main brand that may now take a backseat [7].