The Particular Olympics group is deeply saddened to be taught of the passing of clothier Giorgio Armani. He understood the necessary intersection of the style and sport worlds and used the ability of his model to advocate for inclusion on behalf of the Particular Olympics motion.
“It was thrilling to be launched to the style world by the long-lasting Giorgio Armani throughout Style Week in Milan. I recognize the assist he gave Particular Olympics over time.”
Kester Edwards, Particular Olympics Sports activities Supervisor and former Particular Olympics Trinidad and Tobago athlete.
Throughout his 40-year affiliation with Particular Olympics, Armani designed uniforms for athletes taking part in World Video games and featured athletes on vacation playing cards. In 2004, he teamed up with famed photographer Annie Leibovitz to compile a photobook known as Faces of Sport, benefiting Particular Olympics. The guide portrayed athletes on the high of their video games. Particular Olympics athletes had been featured alongside superstars reminiscent of Serena Williams, Pete Sampras and Ronaldo.
“Thanks, Giorgio Armani, for sharing our imaginative and prescient and for displaying the world that there’s nothing extra trendy than welcome and acceptance for all.”
Timothy Shriver, Particular Olympics Board Chair
Extra lately, the Armani/Teatro hosted a fundraising gala in Milan forward of Particular Olympics World Winter Video games Turin 2025 with an public sale that included an Armani Fall 2024 black multi-tiered tulle bustier night robe.
We ship our deepest condolences to Giorgio Armani’s household, mates and family members.
