Armani dazzles with crystals and sequins a year after its founder's death

Milan - One year after the death of Giorgio Armani, the Italian brand showcased an elegance enhanced with crystals and sequins in its spring/summer 2027 collection, presented on Sunday in Milan.

Silvana Armani, the Italian designer's niece, proposed black and white dresses and ensembles, with necklines that in some cases plunged to the navel.

In the "Teatro", the venue that hosted Giorgio Armani's lying in state in September 2025, models walked at a slow pace. The crystals and metallic fabrics of their garments sparkled under the light of a mirror ball hanging from the ceiling.

Although Giorgio Armani already incorporated these sparkles into his eveningwear, Silvana Armani increased their presence to emphasise the fluidity and lightness of the silhouettes.

The designer, who worked alongside her uncle for forty years, received a long ovation at the end of the show.

Her creations are aimed at “a normal, self-confident woman, who when she gets dressed feels good in our clothes,” she stated in an interview with Vogue magazine.

Since the death of Giorgio Armani, Silvana Armani has focused on tweaking some elements of the brand, for example, by eliminating hats and reducing the presence of jewellery and accessories.

“It is not a theoretical statement about femininity, but something very personal,” the designer explained.

Meanwhile, Emporio Armani, the group's second brand, presented on Wednesday the last co-ed collection designed by Leo Dell'Orco and Silvana Armani before the arrival of Dario Vitale.

Milan Fashion Week hands over to Paris this Monday, where the new collections from Dior, Louis Vuitton, Valentino and Carven will be presented.