This stylish event blends sea, fashion and sailing in Sardinia’s Porto Cervo – and you’re invited.
Giorgio Armani’s passion for sailing is well-known. The designer has often compared the meticulous design of luxury garments to that of yachts, emphasising the shared demand for attention to detail. Therefore, it’s only natural that the brand returns as the Title Sponsor for the third consecutive year of the 17th edition of the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (YCCS) Superyacht Regatta in Porto Cervo.
From June 4th to 8th, attendees can look forward to days filled with racing, events, and shopping. The brand invites sailing – and fashion – enthusiasts to immerse themselves in its world through a pop-up at the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda and a boutique overlooking the iconic Passeggiata.
“Porto Cervo is a real gem, made utterly unique thanks to its special position: a village immersed in nature and surrounded by water of the most unbelievable colour,” says Giorgio Armani. “This is where the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta takes place, now in its third edition; an exciting sporting event that allows me to bring a little part of my world to this place in my favourite season.”
Armani’s participation in the YCCS Superyacht Regatta is a natural extension of his brand’s heritage, allowing customers to experience a unique aspect of the maison. For this occasion, the designer developed the Giorgio Armani Vela collection, a special selection of light, breathable, and technical garments and accessories inspired by the world of sailing.
The Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (YCCS) was founded in 1967 in Porto Cervo, Sardinia by its current president, H.H. the Aga Khan, along with a group of founding members. This non-profit sporting association was created for sailing enthusiasts and has since become renowned for organising prestigious international sailing events, including the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup and the Rolex Swan Cup, as well as World and European championships for top one-design fleets and superyacht regattas.
YCCS played a pivotal role in the 1983 America’s Cup by backing Azzurra, the first Italian challenger, which went on to become a legendary brand in Italian sailing. In 1992, the club launched the motor yacht Destriero, which set a transatlantic crossing record that still stands today. The club also participated in the Volvo Ocean Race 2001-2002 with the Nautor Challenge campaign, featuring two boats, one of which had an all-female crew. In 2017, YCCS celebrated its 50th anniversary and introduced the One Ocean sustainability program. In 2020, the club launched the Young Azzurra Sporting program, dedicated to nurturing young Italian sailors and promoting equal opportunities in the sport.
