Recovering Giorgio Armani says he will return in September
It was the first time Armani had ever missed one of his own runway events. Last month, the company stated that he was recovering at home but did not disclose further details about his condition. Meanwhile, Italian news agencies reported that he had spent several days in the hospital.
'In the last few weeks, I strongly felt the embrace of those who were thinking of me,' Armani said in an open letter published by several Italian newspapers. He expressed gratitude to his family, colleagues, employees, the media and people on social media.
'Today, on my 91st birthday, I want to thank all of you for the closeness you have shown me. It wasn't easy for me not to hear your applause live. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, and I'll see you again in September,' he added.
The next Milan fashion week is scheduled to run from September 23 to September 29.
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