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2 7 2 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I GiorgioArmani Privé SS 2016Womenswear T he name Armani has been synonymous with unrivalled Italian style all over the world for over 30 years. Perhaps best known for revolutionising fashion with his unstructured jacket in the 1980s, Giorgio Armani has continued to define the well-dressed ever since. Giorgio Armani was established in Milan in 1975 and through his clear stylistic vision, coupled with a deep understanding of his clients’ needs, he proved instantly popular with the discerning Italian fashion savvy. The designer saw himself become a household name after his clothes appeared on Richard Gere in the iconic 1980 movie "American Gigolo" and he has remained one of Hollywood’s favourite designers ever since. In 1981 the young line Emporio Armani was introduced, and today Giorgio Armani’s flawless style has branched off into a range of collections from the casual approach of Armani Jeans to the Haute Couture line Armani Privé. Armani Privé’s latest spring 2016 collection is intended to “convey a sense of reality,” said Giorgio Armani, and “offer natural elegance and the normality of everyday life.” From the series of ultra-feminine sheer organza and gauze ensembles worked into wafty reefer jackets and shorts, through to the airy trousers and hand- sewn embroidered ribbons, Armani’s spring 2016 collection seemingly defies gravity. Weightless silks and delicate organzas fade naturally to mauve, a recurring theme throughout. From lilac to wisteria, to a more intense shade of purple, the mauve colour is the true protagonist of this collection, inspired by the 1940s divas, but celebrating the femininity of today’s women. Delicate jackets, long trousers, bustier dresses, tops and skirts are adorned with ruffles, a leitmotif of the collection, bringing constant