Scene at the ⁢Teatro⁣ alla Scala

A clear coffin holding the remains of Giorgio ⁣Armani⁢ is positioned in the center of the ⁣Teatro ⁢alla Scala in Milan, surrounded by⁣ an array of lanterns. Two security personnel are stationed at the entrance, while two police officers stand guard⁣ beneath the Stendardo (banner) within the theater.⁤ The music of‍ Ludovico Einaudi’s “Plan” fills‍ the space,accompanied by a looping video of Armani greeting guests after a fashion show.

The video displays Armani’s written will: “I hope to leave a commitment,‍ respect and attention to people ⁣and for reality.it is from there that everything begins,” followed by his signature.

Paying Respects

Leo Dell’Orco and Andrea Camerana, ⁤a⁢ nephew of the designer, are personally greeting ⁢mourners ⁢as they pay their respects.⁢ John Elkann and his wife,Lavinia⁣ Borromeo,were among the ⁣frist to enter,along with Armani employees granted access through a dedicated entrance. Attendees described a palpable sense⁢ of emotion and‍ dignity, reflecting Armani’s personal values.

Along a corridor leading to the theater, arrangements of white flowers are displayed – the only colour ⁤requested ‍for the tribute. Floral tributes include an orchid pillow from the crew of ⁤Armani’s yacht, Main, ⁣and ⁤a basket from employees and managers.‍ Four large black guest books, each featuring a⁣ portrait of Armani, are ⁣available for attendees to write messages ⁢of esteem ⁣and affection.

Expected⁢ Attendees

A number‍ of prominent figures are expected ‍to attend the viewing throughout the day, including Matteo Marzotto, bonfiglio, Fabio Fognini and ⁣Flavia Pennetta, donatella Versace, Aurelio ‍and Jacqueline De Laurentiis, ⁤Margherita Buy, Isabella Ferrari, Mario Monti, Giuseppe Tornatore, Beppe Sala, Francesca Malagò, Beppe Fiorello, ⁤Valeria Mazza, Graeme Black, Ettore Messina, Massimo Lopez, ‍Alessandro⁣ Preziosi, Maria⁢ Grazia Cucinotta, stefano Pilati, Mohamed Alabaar, and Fuksas.