Armani taps Dario Vitale for its Emporio and accessories lines a year after death of Giorgio Armani

The Armani fashion group has appointed Dario Vitale as the creative director for its Emporio Armani and Giorgio Armani Accessories lines. The announcement was made on Wednesday in Rome, marking the first step in the company's creative reorganization.

This leadership change occurs one year following the death of the fashion house's founder, Giorgio Armani. Vitale brings veteran fashion experience to the role as the brand begins restructuring its creative direction in the wake of its founder's passing.