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ARMANI/CASA: NATURE AND THE EAST
The aesthetic of Armani/Casa was born from Captured from nature and coursing waters
a subtle exchange between sensibility and are the muted shades of pink, apple green
taste, a complex process that can give rise to and light blue, accompanied by touches of
an unexpected harmony between different classic colours combined with brighter, more
cultures. The 2019-2020 Armani/Casa vivid tones such as red, forest green and
collection transforms parallels and similarities petrol blue.
between cultures into furniture and décor.
The overarching theme is an expression of These hues are emphasised by artisanal
lightness, delivered through an exploration craftsmanship and exquisite materials,
of subtle thicknesses, from the structures of whether Murano glass or precious
furniture to the woven textures of textiles, embroideries.
which are inspired by those of the obi (the
Japanese sash worn mainly with the kimono).
Noble traditions of working with classic
elements and components meld with the use
This notion is also expressed on seemingly of innovative materials like resin and synthetic
rigid surfaces such as wood and leather, woven “textiles” developed for the aerospace
reshaped to suggest a new, playful identity. industry.
Oriental charm makes its return in allusions
to Japanese iconography: nature, hot springs,
the shape of the tsuba (the Japanese sword
guard), the lightness and fluidity of the waves.
An almost ethereal sensation is conveyed
by the reference to these natural elements
in motion: the shades of the clouds, Asian
landscapes with trees and hills that create
infinity-effects, blended colours reminiscent
of a sunset or reflections on the water.
In an expression of a type of creative
circularity, Oriental iconography – the cultural
obsession of Giorgio Armani and frequent
inspiration for his style – is found on the
Oriente rug, which is used as a canvas to
depict a landscape of trees and hills that
vanish in the fog, resulting in an infinity-effect;
to create shaded gradients and the harmony
Textiles: extraordinary everyday pieces of nature in motion, pure silk threads are
Dedicated to the culture of slumber and rest, that allows for greater attention to detail –
soft and luxurious throw blankets exemplify indispensable for creating a softer, more fluid
the taste for perfection. Onsen, which takes outcome.
its name from Japanese hot springs, is
composed of a doubled fabric and acts as
a cashmere throw and features a design
reminiscent of a poetic story, embellished
with embroidered sections.
tied together through refined workmanship