1980S Blue Grey Acid Wash Cotton Denim Alaia Style Dress
Located in New York, NY
1980S Blue Grey Acid Wash Cotton Denim Alaia Style Dress
1980S Blue Grey Acid Wash Cotton Denim Alaia Style Dress
Located in New York, NY
1980S Blue Grey Acid Wash Cotton Denim Alaia Style Dress
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
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
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
Alaia 1980s Rare Black Patent Leather Belt with Metal Corset Back
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Nice, FR
ALAIA 1980s rare black patent leather belt with a gorgeous metal corset detail at the back
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
Vintage Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black Lightweight Wool Cap Sleeve Bodycon 80s Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare Avant Garde form fitting 1980s AZZEDINE ALAIA black lightweight wool cap sleeve bodcon dress
Rare Vintage Alaia 1980s Musuem Held Avant Garde Wasp Waist 80s Fitted Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing and rare musuem held AZZEDINE ALAIA mid 1980s black corset style Avant Garde jacket
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Multi Strings Leather Belt with Silver Toned Buckle
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Nice, FR
AZZEDINE ALAIA 1980s rare multri strings brown leather belt featuring a massive silver toned buckle
Sold|$225
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
Sold|$550
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Sold|$1,200
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
Sold|$3,594
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Sold|$2,800
1980s Micro Mini Alaia Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
1980s Micro Mini Alaia Dress
Sold|$325
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
Sold|$1,531
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
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
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA brown leather woven belt with antiqued brass buckle
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Brown leather woven belt with antiqued brass buckle from Azzedine Alaia dating to the late 1980's
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
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
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA woven purple leather heels with ankle straps - new
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
1980's. French size 41. Insoles measure approximately: 10.75" long by 3.33" wide with 4" heels
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA saffron cotton dress with full skirt & snap closure
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Dress has a very flattering, unique shape. Labeled a French size 40
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 ...
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
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.”
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