Giorgio Armani is enjoying some Eastern charm as he makes his first ever trip to China. The designer made a stop-off in Beijing's Forbidden City before opening a new store in Shanghai. [Click here to view Armani Video]

The 69-year-old, who was accompanied by Hollywood actress Mira Sorvino on the visit, admitted the trip has been a long time coming. "The culture and customs of Asia have always been an inspiration to me," said the silver-haired Italian. "This is a much overdue trip to one of the world's most remarkable countries."