In brief
The Milan fashion scene was graced by stars like Cate Blanchett and Glenn Close for Giorgio Armani's spring/summer 2026 collection, marking a poignant farewell to the legendary designer who recently passed away. Originally intended as a celebration of his 50 years in fashion, the show turned into a heartfelt tribute, featuring models wearing classic coordinates and stunning dresses in colors inspired by nature. Over 700 guests applauded the final pieces, including a gown intricately depicting Armani's image, encapsulating his spirit as a designer as music filled the atmosphere.
Stars including Cate Blanchett, Glenn Close, and Richard Gere were in attendance for the Giorgio Armani spring/summer 2026 collection show in Milan on Sunday, the final collection the Italian designer worked on before his death.
Originally intended as a celebration of 50 years of the late designer's fashion house, the catwalk show became a tribute to Armani following his death earlier this month aged 91.
It took place at the Pinacoteca di Brera art gallery, where more than 120 of his creations are on show.
Models who had walked for the designer over the past five decades returned to showcase a mix of classic suits and glittering dresses.
The collection was inspired by the northern Italian city where Armani lived and the small volcanic island of Pantelleria, where he had a holiday home.
Live music was performed on the piano by Italian composer Ludovico Einaudi, adding to the emotional atmosphere.
This moment, as Cate Blanchett remarked, spoke volumes, filled with memories, as the event effectively brought Milan Fashion Week to a close for another year.
