Giorgio Armani Designs One-of-Kind Wardrobe for Alicia Keys

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When Alicia Keys calls for an iconic wardrobe designer, Giorgio Armani answers. Armani first collaborated with Keys' for her 'As I Am' tour in 2008. Keys' got a twenty-ten makeover by the legendary style maker and close friend, who created four looks for her 'The Element of Freedom' European tour that kicked off in Lisbon, Portugal on April 29, and continues throughout Europe until early June 2010.

Keys' wardrobe includes three signature Giorgio Armani looks and one Emporio Armani design.

The first look is a military leather jacket with crocodile print and embroidery on shoulders, while wrists and waist feature a mix of metal elements, crystals and sequins. The jacket is paired with a one-shoulder top in silk-cady and leggings. Leather boots with tone-on-tone Swarovsky crystals complete the look.

Her second look is a one-shoulder top in silk-cady with embroidery detail, worn with leggings and leather boots featuring tone-on-tone Swarovski crystals. Cuffs are embroidered all over with a mix of metal elements, crystals and sequins.

The third look is a one-shoulder silk chiffon gown in dark grey, with a beaded bust featuring Swarovski crystals and sequins. The look is completed with black sandals featuring Swarovski crystals.

Finally, the fourth look is a black mini dress in viscose lam with strong shoulders and a cascade ruffle. The dress is paired with leather boots, and gloves embroidered with Swarovsky crystals, metal elements and sequins.

The designer's friendship with Alicia Keys has grown over the years through a series of collaborations including special designs for her red carpet appearances at the 2006 Grammy Awards, the 2007 American Music Awards and Alicia's own Black Ball, as well as at the Oscars in 2009. Fund raising initiatives have also been an important part of their friendship with Keys presenting at the launch of Giorgio Armani's EMPORIO ARMANI (PRODUCT) RED collection at his "One Night Only" event in London in 2006. Keys then partnered with Armani for Fashion Rocks for the Prince's Trust charity event at London's Royal Albert Hall in October 2007. In turn Armani has supported Keys' Black Ball in 2006, 2007 and 2009.

"The Element of Freedom" European tour continues throughout Europe until early June 2010. If you're planning a trip to Europe this summer try to sneak in a show and get an up close and personal look at her fierce fashions. For tour dates, visit Alicia Keys' website.

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