Is motivation the only true cause of success? Italian fashion icon Giorgio Armani died on Thursday at the age of 91 after 50 years as a designer. Behind the creative genius lay terrible tragedy and relentless discipline.
Legend of fashion who faced tragedy
Hard at work: Armani continued to present catwalk shows as he approached his tenth decade. Glossary
Supple - Bends and moves easily and gracefully; flexible.
Artillery - Weapons.
Autodidact - A self-taught person.
Haute couture - Exclusive, custom-made high-end design from top fashion houses. It is French for "high sewing".
Complicity - To be involved with others in an unlawful or morally wrong activity.
AIDS - Acute Immune Deficiency Syndrome. It interferes with the immune system, leaving sufferers more vulnerable to common diseases. Around the world, almost 40 million people are believed to be living with the disease.