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early AZZEDINE ALAIA turquoise sweater jacket
early AZZEDINE ALAIA turquoise sweater jacket

early AZZEDINE ALAIA turquoise sweater jacket

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very thickly knit light-turquoise wool sweater jacket from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980s. Size

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1980s French Coats and Outerwear

AZZEDINE ALAIA burgundy suede belt with brass studs
AZZEDINE ALAIA burgundy suede belt with brass studs

AZZEDINE ALAIA burgundy suede belt with brass studs

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Burgundy suede belt with brass studs from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Labeled a French

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20th Century French Belts

1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA black leather cropped jacket
1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA black leather cropped jacket

1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA black leather cropped jacket

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Jet black cropped leather jacket with single button closure from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980

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1990s French Jackets

Azzedine Alaïa 1980’s Peach Knit Mini Dress
Azzedine Alaïa 1980’s Peach Knit Mini Dress

Azzedine Alaïa 1980’s Peach Knit Mini Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Manchester, GB

Alaïa c.1985-89 knit dress in peach/salmon wool with button front, fitted waist and padded

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1980s European Mini Dresses

1980's Alaia Faux Suede Glasses
1980's Alaia Faux Suede Glasses

1980's Alaia Faux Suede Glasses

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Runway 1980's Alaia faux suede sunglasses purchased in Paris by a very dedicated client. When she

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1980s French Sunglasses

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black romper
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black romper

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black romper

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Black romper with set in woven waistband designed by Azzedine Alaia. French size 36 (best fits a FR

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1980s Unknown Day Dresses

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA charcoal studio jacket
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA charcoal studio jacket

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA charcoal studio jacket

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

top-stitching designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. No size is indicated however it would

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1980s French Jackets

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA linen knit dress
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA linen knit dress

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA linen knit dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Dusty-rose linen dress designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Labeled a size 'S

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Late 20th Century Italian Day Dresses

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA purple dress with collar
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA purple dress with collar

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA purple dress with collar

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Purple jersey knit dress with collar from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Fits a size small or

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1980s French Day Dresses

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA khaki twill corset belt
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA khaki twill corset belt

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA khaki twill corset belt

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Extra wide khaki twill corset belt from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. French size 40

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1980s French Belts

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA blue nylon corset top
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA blue nylon corset top

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA blue nylon corset top

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare blue nylon top with corseted waist designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the late 1980's

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Late 20th Century French Blouses and Tops

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black gabardine wool coat
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black gabardine wool coat

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black gabardine wool coat

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Azzedine Alaia dating to the late 1980's. Very flattering fit. Coat is labeled a French size 38

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Late 20th Century French Coats

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black wool flared jacket
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black wool flared jacket

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black wool flared jacket

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

the late 1980's, early 1990's. French size 36 which best fit a US 2-4. Approximate measurements

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1980s French Jackets

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA seamed gunmetal silk dress
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA seamed gunmetal silk dress

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA seamed gunmetal silk dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

the 1980's. Dress is labeled a French size 38. Approximate measurements: bust from armpit to armpit 36

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black tunic and skirt
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black tunic and skirt

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black tunic and skirt

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Jet black tunic sweater and matching skirt from Azzedine Alaia dating the the 1990's. Skirt is

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1980s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA khaki safari style one piece
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA khaki safari style one piece

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA khaki safari style one piece

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Khaki safari style one piece from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. No size is indicated however

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1980s French Jumpsuits

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA olive leather full length coat
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA olive leather full length coat

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA olive leather full length coat

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare full length olive leather coat with gored panels from Azzedine ALaia dating to the 1980's

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1980s French Coats

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA blue and black sweater dress
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA blue and black sweater dress

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA blue and black sweater dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Vivid blue and jet black knit sweater dress designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's

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1980s Italian Pullovers

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA leather train case style bag
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA leather train case style bag

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA leather train case style bag

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Approximate measurements: width 11", height 7" and depth 5". Strap

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1980s French Shoulder Bags

1980's Alaia Black Suede Jacket and Skirt Set
1980's Alaia Black Suede Jacket and Skirt Set

1980's Alaia Black Suede Jacket and Skirt Set

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Toronto, Ontario

This chic Alaia black suede set from the 1980's features a cropped jacket, and mini skirt. Jacket

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1980s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA yellow seamed skirt with high waist
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA yellow seamed skirt with high waist

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA yellow seamed skirt with high waist

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

to the 1980's. Size 'S'. Approximate measurements: waist 25", hips 36" and length 23". Snap closure

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1980s Italian Flare Skirts

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA red leather jacket with sweetheart seams
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA red leather jacket with sweetheart seams

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA red leather jacket with sweetheart seams

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

to the 1980's. Best fits a size 4 or 6. Made in France. Very good condition with light fading to the

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Late 20th Century French Jackets

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black rushed belt with side buckle
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black rushed belt with side buckle

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black rushed belt with side buckle

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

1980's. Belt is labeled a French size 65, which fits a size 0-2 (22-24.5" waist). Made in France

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1980s Belts

very rare 1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe raw silk dress
very rare 1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe raw silk dress

very rare 1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe raw silk dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare, taupe, raw-silk dress from Azzedine Alaia dating to the late 1980's. Dress was made

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1980s French Day Dresses

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black dress with deep V back
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black dress with deep V back

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black dress with deep V back

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Jet black knit dress with dolman cut sleeves and deep V back from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980

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Late 20th Century Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980'S AZZEDINE ALAIA ultra mini leather skirt with buckles
1980'S AZZEDINE ALAIA ultra mini leather skirt with buckles

1980'S AZZEDINE ALAIA ultra mini leather skirt with buckles

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Unique lambskin ultra mini skirt with amazing buckle detail from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980

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Late 20th Century Italian Skirts

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black tunic with deep V back
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black tunic with deep V back

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black tunic with deep V back

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Jet black knit tunic with dolman cut sleeves and deep V back from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980

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Late 20th Century Italian Mini Dress

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA minimal jet black leather box bag
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA minimal jet black leather box bag

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA minimal jet black leather box bag

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Minimal, jet-black leather box bag designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Approximate

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1980s Italian Top Handle Bags

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black rushed belt with side buckle
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black rushed belt with side buckle

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black rushed belt with side buckle

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

to the 1980's. Belt size is unlabeled, but in comparison with a duplicate belt I had, I believe it is

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1980s French Belts

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA sheer cotton shirt with patch pockets
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA sheer cotton shirt with patch pockets

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA sheer cotton shirt with patch pockets

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Dark blue-green sheer cotton shirt designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Strategically

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1980s French Blouses

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black seamed dress with full skirt
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black seamed dress with full skirt

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black seamed dress with full skirt

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Black cotton dress with amazing seams and full skirt designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980

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1980s French Maxi Dresses

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA long olive green nylon trench coat
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA long olive green nylon trench coat

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA long olive green nylon trench coat

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Stunning, full-length, olive green nylon trench coat from Azzedine Alaia dating to the mid 1980's

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1980s French Coats

Alaia Cape Sweater 1980s
Alaia Cape Sweater 1980s

Alaia Cape Sweater 1980s

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous red knit cape poncho by Azzedine Alaia. It is elbow length with a stand up collar and a

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1990s French Capes

1980s Alaia Leather Bustier
1980s Alaia Leather Bustier

1980s Alaia Leather Bustier

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in London, GB

Iconic 1980s Alaia Bustier features lace up back, padded bust and side zipper closure. This

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1980s French Blouses

very rare 1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA leather belt with silver buckle
very rare 1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA leather belt with silver buckle

very rare 1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA leather belt with silver buckle

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare brown leather belt with silver hardware from Vacher for Alaia dating to the 1980's

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1980s French Belts

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA tan cotton seamed dress with full skirt
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA tan cotton seamed dress with full skirt

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA tan cotton seamed dress with full skirt

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare tan cotton flared dress with full skirt from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Labeled

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe leather corset belt with woven detail
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe leather corset belt with woven detail

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe leather corset belt with woven detail

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Taupe leather corset belt with unique woven leather detail from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's

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Late 20th Century French Belts

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA turquoise linen dress with cut out back
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA turquoise linen dress with cut out back

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA turquoise linen dress with cut out back

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

dating to the mid 1980's. Labeled a French size 42. Approximte measurements are as follows: 27-28" waist

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Late 20th Century French Day Dresses

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA brown wool coat with lace up back
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA brown wool coat with lace up back

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA brown wool coat with lace up back

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Brown wool coat with dramatic corset lace-up back from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Best

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1980s French Coats

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA draped black mini skirt with side buckle
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA draped black mini skirt with side buckle

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA draped black mini skirt with side buckle

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

1980's. Skirt has a removable underlayer that creates additional volume. Skirt can also be worn as a

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1980s French Skirts

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black dress with open back & ruffled skirt
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black dress with open back & ruffled skirt

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black dress with open back & ruffled skirt

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Jet black dress with scoop back and ruffled skirting from Azzedine Alaia dating to the early 1990's

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Late 20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Micro Mini Alaia Dress
1980s Micro Mini Alaia Dress

1980s Micro Mini Alaia Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in New York, NY

1980s Micro Mini Alaia Dress

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1980s French Day Dresses

1980s Azzedina Alaia Black Bodysuit
1980s Azzedina Alaia Black Bodysuit

1980s Azzedina Alaia Black Bodysuit

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Port Hope, ON

Wonderful piece to have in your wardrobe. This Alaia bodysuit is made in Italy of 65% rayon and 35

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Late 20th Century French Bodysuits

1980s Azzedine Alaia Green Minidress
1980s Azzedine Alaia Green Minidress

1980s Azzedine Alaia Green Minidress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Paris, FR

1980s Azzedine Alaia green buttoned-up knitted minidress featuring a fitted silhouette, a short

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1980s French Mini Dresses

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black mini dress with open V shaped back
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black mini dress with open V shaped back

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black mini dress with open V shaped back

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Jet black mini dress with open V shaped back designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Can

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1980s Italian Mini Dress

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black gabardine wool maxi coat with full skirt
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black gabardine wool maxi coat with full skirt

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA black gabardine wool maxi coat with full skirt

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Alaia dating to the late 1980's. Very flattering fit. Coat is labeled a French size 38. Approximate

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Late 20th Century French Coats

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA dark brown deerskin suede jacket and fringed shorts
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA dark brown deerskin suede jacket and fringed shorts

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA dark brown deerskin suede jacket and fringed shorts

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

This very rare Azzedine Alaïa ensemble from the late 1980's is made in deep brown deerskin suede

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1980s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA cotton pique dress with cut out
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA cotton pique dress with cut out

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA cotton pique dress with cut out

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare pale yellow cotton pique dress with cut out at bodice and very full pleated skirt. Labeled a French 38. Zips up center back with a hidden zipper. Made in France. Excellent ...

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1980s French Day Dresses

1980s Alaia Black Suede Gauntlet Gloves
1980s Alaia Black Suede Gauntlet Gloves

1980s Alaia Black Suede Gauntlet Gloves

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

These Gloves Have All The Chic You Could Ask For! Circa 1980s, these Alaia black 100% suede (lamb

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1980s French Gloves

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Alaia 1980s For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of alaia 1980s for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of alaia 1980s includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Beige and more. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much are Alaia 1980s?

On average, alaia 1980s on 1stDibs sell for $1,200, while they’re typically $165 on the low end and $42,978 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Azzedine Alaïa for sale on 1stDibs

Master Couturier, King of Cling: legendary fashion designer Azzedine Alaïa (1935–2017) is known by many names, each referring to his unparalleled ability to mold fabric onto the female form in unexpected and radical ways. The Tunisian-born designer spent his entire life in relentless pursuit of a wholly distinctive and most-flattering fit.

“For me, fashion is the body,” said Alaïa. “I make clothes; women make fashion.”

Alaïa is credited with inventing the supermodel through his exclusive fashion shows, the body-con dress — which, quite literally, hugs the body and emphasizes and embraces every curve — and pioneering what industry professionals have taken to calling “slow fashion.” The designer openly rejected empty, of-the-moment fads as well as the structure of biannual seasons and instead took his time, unhurried by press and releasing collections at his own pace. Most importantly, Alaïa was a visionary when it came to traditional notions of femininity and sexuality. At a time when loose, soft silhouettes were the norm, Alaïa’s sexy, waist-cinching hourglass and body-con outfits were shocking.

Alaïa’s “body-conscious clothes,” wrote fashion critic Suzy Menkes, “seemed a deliberate challenge — throwing down a sexist gauntlet in a feminist world.”

While powerful women such as Madonna, Michelle Obama, Naomi Campbell and Christy Turlington wear Alaïa’s creations today, his origins were remarkably humble.

Born to a farming family, Alaïa always had a creative streak. As a young boy, he would flip through women’s fashion magazines and quickly became interested in the design of women's clothing. He went on to study sculpture at the School of Fine Arts in Tunis and later worked as a tailor for a dressmaker before he found work creating garments based on Parisian haute couture designs. The combination of his classical training in sculpture and practical experience as a tailor convinced Alaïa that fashion was his calling. In 1957, he moved to Paris and worked for Christian Dior for less than a week before being fired. From there, Alaïa secured a job with Guy Laroche and opened his own maison in the 1970s.

At his core, Alaïa was a couturier who cut and sewed his samples himself. He also experimented with zips, seams, unexpected materials, textures, animal prints and floral patterns like an artist. Today, Alaïa’s clothes look untouched by the passage of time and the various trends that have materialized since their debut; they are as fresh, stylish and stunning as ever. His garments are pop-culture icons in their own right: Cher Horowitz, played by Alicia Silverstone in 1995’s Clueless, exasperated with a perpetrator holding her at gunpoint, declares, “But this is an Alaïa!”

Vintage Alaïa evening dresses, skirts and other attire continue to influence contemporary designers such as Nicolas Ghesquière and Hervé Léger. Not only are his clothes timeless in their glamour, but they also represent the groundbreaking vision of an artist, one who was known to proclaim, “I am not a designer. I am a couturier.”

Find a collection of Azzedine Alaïa day dresses, suits, jackets and more on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

Questions About Azzedine Alaïa
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Azzedine Alaia, a French fashion designer known as the “King of Cling,” is known for his body-hugging designs that were sculpted to celebrate the female form. On 1stDibs, find a variety of dresses from Azzedine Alaia.