The President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella crowned Giorgio Armani a knight of merit, receiving it at the Quirinale. "I am proud to represent Italy in the world”Commented the designer, one of the most representative faces of made in Italy. Armani is the sixth richest man in Italy and has been present in the fashion world with his own brand since 1975 (the year of the first collection).

Mattarella crowned Armani "Knight of Merit": his words

"It is a particularly important recognition for me. It was handed to me by our President of the Republic, the highest institutional office, but also a man of immense value. I am proud to represent Italy in the world. And I am honored to receive this prestigious honor, by his hand on behalf of the country“: These are the words of Giorgio Armani, awarded the title of Knight of the Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic. The news was also given by the fashion house, with a press release. Explaining that the highest and most prestigious honor in our system, Giorgio Armani he obtained it for "very high merits".

Giorgio Armani had already been nominated commander by the Italian Republic in the XNUMXs, Grand Officer and later Grand Knight. Now, here he is crowned with the highest recognition from our Republic. This honor is conferred to reward merits acquired towards the Nation in the field of literature, the arts, the economy and for activities carried out for social, philanthropic and humanitarian purposes, but also for long and distinguished services in civil and military careers. Before him, this important recognition (in the field of fashion) had gone to Miuccia Prada. And before that a Valentino Garavani. Three great names in the field of Italian and world fashion. Names that the whole world envies us, admires, pursues. And that the Italian Republic has decided to officially recognize.

Featured photo taken from the Quirinale Twitter page

Mattarella crowned Armani "Knight of Merit" last edit: 2021-11-29T17:38:56+01:00 da Laura Alberti

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