Armani talks succession at first live show since pandemic

From left: A sleeveless print outfit from the Giorgio Armani men’s Spring/Summer 2022 collection; Armani closed the collection with more sombre silky looks and a handful of models wearing masks and the collection was full of easy-going looks in navy, white and sand for casual get-togethers at the seaside or a garden party. — Photos: AP

Giorgio Armani hinted at his succession plans on Monday, Jun 21, as he staged his first live runway show since the pandemic, and following a fall that landed him in the hospital for two weeks.

The 86-year-old designer has usually demurred from answering questions about the future of his fashion empire, but the issue seems to have pushed to the forefront after a bad fall that fractured his left humerus, requiring 17 stitches and hospitalisation.