Italian fashion designer Ferre dies - ANSA

MILAN, June 17 (Reuters) Italian fashion designer Gianfranco Ferre has died at Milan's San Raffaele hospital after suffering a brain haemorrhage, Italian news agency ANSA said today.

Ferre, 62, had been admitted to hospital on Friday. ANSA said doctors confirmed his death at 0030 hrs IST today.

The portly, bearded designer was known for his sharp, tailored women's suits and furs.

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