Gianni Versace moved to Milan at the age of 26 to pursue a career in fashion design. This decision marked a significant turning point in his life and career.

Gianni Versace, the renowned fashion designer, was born on December 2, 1946, in Reggio di Calabria, Italy. Raised in a family involved in design, he later launched his own clothing line and became a prominent figure in the fashion industry.

In 1968, Gianni Versace decided to transition from being a trained architect to working as a freelance fashion designer. He started his design career in his mother's tailoring business and later worked as a fabric buyer for the family business.

In 1972, Gianni Versace began making his own fashion creations after moving from Calabria to Milan. This marked the start of his journey in the fashion industry.

In 1973, Gianni Versace became the designer for 'Byblos', a successful youthful line by Genny, and later designed 'Complice', a more experimental line for the same brand.

Gianni Versace presented his first collection of leather clothes for Complice, showcasing his innovative use of leather in fashion during that period.

In 1975, Versace launched its first leather collection in the United States for the brand Complice. This marked a significant milestone in Versace's expansion and recognition in the fashion industry.

Gianni Versace's brother Santo Versace and sister Donatella joined him in Milan to establish the Gianni Versace label, marking a significant expansion of the brand.

In 1977, Gianni Versace presented his first signature collection for women at the Palazzo Della Permanente Art Museum of Milan, followed by his first fashion show in the same year.

Gianni Versace established the iconic Italian fashion house known for its bold and luxurious designs in 1978. His unique style blending high fashion with rock 'n' roll glamour became synonymous with the brand.

In 1979, Versace holds his first prêt-à-porter show and inaugurates the first fashion boutique in Milan.

Versace collaborated with renowned photographer Richard Avedon for the company’s first photography campaign. This collaboration marked the beginning of a long-standing partnership between Versace and Avedon.

Gianni Versace embarked on a series of collaborations with the theater world, designing costumes for Richard Strauss' ballet. This venture brought a new artistic dimension to Versace's creations.

In 1982, Gianni Versace creates costumes for prestigious ballet, theater, and opera productions.

Gianni Versace designed the costumes for the iconic 1983 'Say Say Say' video featuring Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney, showcasing his unique style.

In 1984, Versace introduced the Oroton metal mesh design, a signature creation that gave wearers the illusion of being dressed in liquid metals. This design became a symbol of Versace's innovative approach to fashion.

In March 1985, Versace introduced the first Istante collection, a ready-to-wear line that combined conservative and chic elements, showcasing the brand's versatility.

President of the Italian Republic Francesco Cossiga conferred the decoration of Commendatore della Repubblica Italiana on Gianni Versace on 24 January 1986.

Gianni Versace was recognized as the most innovative and creative designer in the world by the Cutty Sark Award jury. This accolade highlighted Versace's pioneering contributions to the fashion industry.

In January 1989, Gianni Versace took a significant risk by delving into couture design for the first time. Despite facing criticism initially, he evolved into one of the most important couturiers of his generation within seven years, showcasing his dedication to his craft and innovative approach to fashion.

In 1990, Versace launched his first Haute Couture collection in Paris and opened Atelier Versace, showcasing his high-end fashion designs.

In 1991, Versace showcased a fashion show featuring supermodels Linda Evangelista, Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, and Christy Turlington walking down the runway to George Michael's 'Freedom,' marking the beginning of the 'age of the supermodel.'

In 1992, Gianni Versace bought a mansion in the US and relocated from Milan to Miami to further expand his fashion creations and collections.

Gianni Versace was awarded the American Fashion Oscar on 1 February 1993 at the council's annual awards ceremony.

In 1994, Elizabeth Hurley wears a Versace safety pin dress to a premiere, which becomes famous as 'That Dress' and significantly boosts the international recognition of the Versace brand.

In 1995, Gianni Versace introduced his second line, Versus, at New York Fashion Week. The collection was later helmed by his sister Donatella, leading to the creation of other successful second lines like Instante, Signature, and Versace Jeans.

The documentary Catwalk, filmed in 1993, was released in 1996.

The exhibition held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art from December 11, 1997 to March 22, 1998, commemorated Gianni Versace's unique achievement in the fashion world. It placed Versace for the first time in the realm of the museum and history, showcasing his imaginative and intelligent collections from the 1980s and 1990s.

Gianni Versace was tragically murdered outside his Miami Beach mansion by Andrew Cunanan. The fashion world was shocked by the loss of the visionary designer.

Gianni Versace was tragically murdered outside his Miami Beach mansion on July 15, 1997.

Gianni Versace was fatally shot on the front steps of his Miami villa by Andrew Cunanan. Cunanan later committed suicide on a houseboat. This event marked the untimely end of Versace's life.

After Gianni Versace's death, his sister took over as the head designer for the Versace label. She continued his legacy and ensured the brand's continued success in the fashion industry.

In 2000, Jeniffer Lopez wore a jungle green Versace dress to the 42nd Academy Awards, which became iconic and inspired the creation of Google Images. The dress is still regarded as one of Versace's most famous designs.

In his will, Gianni Versace left 50% of his fashion empire to his niece, Allegra Versace. She inherited her stake, along with a rare artwork collection, worth approximately $500 million when she turned 18 in 2004.

In July 2007, a specially written ballet was performed at La Scala, Milan to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Gianni Versace's death. The ballet, titled Thanks Gianni, With Love, was choreographed by Maurice Béjart, who collaborated with Versace on stage costumes.

In 2009, the Russian Versace fan club was established with 1,500 members as of July 2012. The club in St. Petersburg organizes lectures, excursions, and activities dedicated to Gianni Versace.

Gianni Versace was posthumously honored with the America Award in memory by the Italy–USA Foundation in 2017.

The second season of American Crime Story, titled The Assassination of Gianni Versace, focuses on the events leading to and following Versace's assassination. Venezuelan actor Édgar Ramírez portrays Gianni Versace in the series.

In 2019, Donatella paid homage to the original bondage collection by reintroducing straps and buckles in the Fall/Winter collection, showcasing the brand's timeless appeal.

In 2021, Donatella revived the inspiration with an Atlantis-themed show for the Spring/Summer collection, blending mythology and modernity in Versace's designs.

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