EMPORIO ARMANI'S '1981' TRANSLATES THE ART OF ORIGAMI INTO HANDBAGS

Named after the year it was founded, Emporio Armani’s new 1981 bag family pays tribute to the house’s heritage while embracing a refreshed design language outlined by Japanese influences. Inspired by the art of origami, every fold and crevice transforms the bags into sculptural objects that are both as functional as they are pleasing to the eye. Perfected for style and practicality, each model incorporates high-quality and innovative designs adapted effortlessly to a given occasion, from work to weekends, and day to night.  

Designs were revived from the decades of archival creations, most distinctly with the comeback of the house’s signature micro-print, whose understated elegance surpasses the bounds of your modern trend cycle. Presented in shades of earthy neutrals, the bags seem fit to match with any outfit, serving as an anchoring force that keeps an air of elegance always attached to every look. 

Each bag has its own distinct personality, acting like a true family – where each accessory finds its stride in a different identity while reflecting their always-shared DNA. Alternating in shapes, sizes and styles, there are no two entirely alike, though they maintain a classic simplicity that asserts pure, unadulterated elegance.

A hint of Japanese flair follows every style, becoming a sort-of signature of the 1981 look. Twists and folds honour the complexities of origami, creating distinctive surfaces that use asymmetry to draw the eye in. It maintains its minimalistic style, while infusing an extra layer of detail – oh, so Armani.

Rounded hobo bags featuring a subtle asymmetric fold, tote bags,  handbags, and shoulder bags with a structured flap design make up the crux of this collection. Everything is carefully crafted down to the finishing details; the clasp draws inspiration from the world of jewellery and the brand’s heritage, while charms with delicate folded shapes introduce subtle Oriental-inspired accents.