Elio Fiorucci: Biography, Facts and Career
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Elio Fiorucci (Italian pronunciation: [ˈɛːljo fjoˈruttʃi]; 10 June 1935 – 19 July 2015) was an Italian fashion designer and the founder of the Fiorucci fashion label. Beginning in retailing at the age of 14, he later created a fashion brand that had worldwide success during the 1970s and 1980s, including becoming a key label of the disco-scene. The retail environments he created were destinations, rather than simply places to buy clothes; his New York store was known by some as the daytime Studio 54 and gave space to artists and creatives – including Andy Warhol. Fiorucci is credited with designing and popularising stretch jeans, and for transforming the fashion scene. Giorgio Armani described him as a revolutionary, adding: "He was always ready to take some risks to really understand his time".
Quick facts about Elio Fiorucci
- Full name: Elio Fiorucci
- Born: 1935-06-10
- Nationality: Italy
- Known as: Fashion figure
- Wikidata ID: Q3723021
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Who is Elio Fiorucci?
Elio Fiorucci (Italian pronunciation: [ˈɛːljo fjoˈruttʃi]; 10 June 1935 – 19 July 2015) was an Italian fashion designer and the founder of the Fiorucci fashion label. Beginning in retailing at the age of 14, he later created a fashion brand that had worldwide success during the 1970s and 1980s, including becoming a key label of the disco-scene.
What nationality is Elio Fiorucci?
Elio Fiorucci is Italy.
When was Elio Fiorucci born?
Elio Fiorucci was born on 1935-06-10.
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