Founded in 1975 in Milan by Italian designer Giorgio Armani, Armani is one of the world's most influential fashion houses, celebrated for its sleek, minimalist tailoring and the unstructured silhouettes that redefined modern dressing in the 1980s. The privately held group spans several lines including Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani, Armani Exchange and Armani Privé haute couture, with collections covering ready-to-wear, accessories, eyewear, watches, fragrances and beauty, all built around a philosophy of understated Italian elegance.