L'Oréal pays tribute to signor Giorgio Armani: icon of global elegance

Clichy, France – September 4, 2025 – L’Oréal today expresses its profound sorrow at the passing of Mr. Giorgio Armani at the age of 91.

An unparalleled figure in fashion and culture, Mr. Armani will be deeply missed.  Across his stellar career, the "maestro of elegance" forged a legacy synonymous with timeless sophistication.

Having built one of the last great independent luxury empires, Mr. Armani relentlessly pursued purity and excellence. He shaped not only how people dress, but how they live and carry themselves. 

"Giorgio Armani was, without question, one of the greatest creators of the last hundred years," said Jean-Paul Agon, Chairman, and Nicolas Hieronimus, CEO of L'Oréal Group. "He didn't just conceive unique, original, and timeless fashion; he was also a formidable entrepreneur who built one of the most important couture and luxury houses known today. Beyond his brilliant, visionary mind, marked by flashes of creative genius and worldly intelligence, he was also a truly charming, and humorous individual. Together, we have built one of the most desirable beauty brands in the world.  We are committed to upholding its legacy in line with the heritage of Mr. Armani."

L’Oréal would like to express our sincerest condolences to Signor Armani’s family, friends, and all those fortunate enough to have worked alongside him. His passing leaves an immense void in the world of fashion and beauty.

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