Giorgio Armani Speaks Out on Milan

MILAN — Giorgio Armani spoke his mind on Thursday — and the gloves may be off again.

As Italy’s fashion brands join forces to revamp Milan Fashion Week, and following Italy’s Chamber of Fashion invitation earlier this week for Armani and Dolce & Gabbana to consider joining the association, the designer explained the reasons behind his decision to remain a nonmember, “for now.” The main one relates to Italian brands that hold their shows outside of Milan.