Alaïa 1986 Brown Jersey Sculptural Drape Skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An exceptional piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s early body of work, this 1986 brown jersey skirt
Alaïa 1986 Brown Jersey Sculptural Drape Skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An exceptional piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s early body of work, this 1986 brown jersey skirt
Alaia 1986 Reissued Blue Denim Cutout Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Azzedine Alaia blue denim dress featuring a 1986
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Legging Pants & Top 2 Piece Set Ensemble
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia 1986 Vintage Leggings Pants & Top 2 Piece Set Ensemble Size S
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded RUNWAY dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
1986 Azzedine Alaïa hooded runway dress Extremely rare and highly collectible hooded runway dress
Alaia F/W 1986 Iconic Zipper Wool Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage iconic museum quality 1986 Azzedine Alaia black knit hooded zipper dress featuring a slim
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA cropped ecru linen RUNWAY jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, cropped ecru linen knit jacket from Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1986, as seen on
AZZEDINE ALAÏA F/W 1986 Collectors Runway Coat FR42
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
Brand: Alaïa Designer: Azzedine Alaïa Collection: Fall Winter 1986 Fabric: 100% Wool Color: Black
1986 Alaïa Documented Indigo Cotton Pencil Skirt with Zip
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This skirt was created as part of Azzedine Alaia's Spring 1986 collection and is one of the most
Alaia Spring-Summer 1986 magenta acetate knit bodycon dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia Spring-Summer 1986 magenta acetate knit bodycon dress
Azzedine Alaia purple rayon dress and mini shorts, ss 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia purple rayon dress and mini shorts ▪ Wide sleeves ▪ Black thin striped print ▪
Azzedine Alaïa Black Bandage Knit Skirt with Lacing, S/S 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Paris, FR
From Azzedine Alaïa’s Spring/Summer 1986 collection, this black knit skirt is a defining example of
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA charcoal wool gabardine RUNWAY coat with seamed back
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa Rare Runway Coat, Fall/Winter 1986 An exceptionally rare and important example from
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Water Mill, NY
An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA charcoal wool gabardine RUNWAY coat with seamed back
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This is a sharply structured Azzedine Alaïa runway jacket from 1986, cut in charcoal wool gabardine
Azzedine Alaïa Dark Denim Zipped Dress, S/S 1986 Runway Look 9
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Paris, FR
From Azzedine Alaïa’s iconic Spring/Summer 1986 runway (Look 9), this dark denim dress exemplifies
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA heavy knit black RUNWAY cardigan sweater coat with zippers
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare Azzedine Alaïa black sculptural cardigan from the Fall/Winter 1986 runway collection. Made
Azzedine Alaia charcoal acetate knit figure-hugging floor-length dress, fw 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia floor-length dress ▪ Charcoal acetate knit ▪ Figure-hugging ▪ Long sleeves ▪
S/S 1986 Azzedine Alaïa Black Knit Halter Neck Bodycon Backless Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black knit Alaia halterneck dress. From the Spring/Summer 1986 collection
ALAÏA Rare Runway F/W 1986 Turquoise Blue Ribbed Zip Knit Cardigan Sweater
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
From Azzedine Alaïa’s Fall 1986 runway collection, this rare cardigan is a striking example of the
Azzedine Alaia black acetate knit figure hugging evening dress, A/W 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
- Metal zip closure at the back - Figure hugging fit - Turtle neck Autumn-Winter 1986
A/W1986 Alaia runway midi dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A/W1986 Alaïa runway midi dress This runway piece from Alaïa’s Autumn/Winter 1986 collection
AzzedineAlaia 1986 Black Denim Zipper Skirt & Knit Vest Ensemble
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Chicago, IL
bodycon skirt from the iconic 1986 Alaia Paris brass-zipper collection. For a set including knitwear like
Azzedine Alaia navy acetate bias cut hooded evening dress, fw 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, London
Azzedine Alaia navy acetate bias cut evening dress with signature draped hood, long zip fastening
Azzedine Alaia black acetate knit evening maxi dress with train, fw 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, London
Azzedine Alaia; Black acetate knit evening maxi dress with peek-a-boo cleavage and train. Fall
Azzedine Alai Black Zip Front Lambskin Leather Jacket , Circa 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Azzedine Alai, circa 1986 black leather jacket with Eclaire zipper pulls and hardware with
Azzedine Alaia 1986 Vintage Denim Jacket Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
VINTAGE AZZEDINE ALAIA 1986 RARE DENIM JACKET COAT Dark wash blue Alaïa denim jacket with pointed
Alaia Denim Zipper Jacket 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Alaia blue denim jacket with yellow stitching and curved zipper. Collection 1986.
Alaia Rare Leather Zipper Dress 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic vintage Alaia black leather "zipper" dress with gold tone zippers. Exaggerated sleeves
Important Alaia Leather Motorcycle Zipper Dress 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic Azzedine Alaia eggplant leather motorcycle inspired zipper dress. Dress is made of the
Azzedine Alaia olive viscose hooded dress, 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare olive green hooded dress from Azzedine Alaia dating to 1986. 'Hood' can be draped for a
Alaia Autumn-Winter 1986 knitted zipper mini dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia Autumn-Winter 1986 knitted zipper mini dress
Vintage Alaia Iconic Black Hooded Zipper Dress 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic vintage museum-quality Azzedine Alaia black knit hooded zipper dress featuring a slim body
Vintage Alaia SS 1986 Cognac Leather Vented Belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage cognac leather perforated belt with vented detail at back. From the Spring/Summer 1986
Alaia Autumn-Winter 1986 black knitted body con dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia Autumn-Winter 1986 black knitted body con dress
Azzedine Alaia Magenta Acetate Knit Cocktail Dress, ss 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Azzedine Alaia Cocktail Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 1986 ▪ Constructed from magenta acetate
Azzedine Alaia black acetate halter-neck mini dress, ss 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia black acetate halter-neck mini dress: fitted skirt made from multiple horizontal
Azzedine Alaia copper acetate bandage skirt and bodysuit, ss 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia copper bandage skirt and bodysuit ▪ 100% Acetate ▪ Eight connecting panels ▪
Iconic Azzedine Alaia Black Knit Zipper Dress 1986 - Museum Piece
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic 1986 black Azzedine Alaia knit hooded "zipper" dress. The collar can be zipped into a hood
Azzedine Alaïa Vintage Fall Winter 1986 Grey Acetate Knit Top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
Azzedine Alaïa vintage acetate knit top. This top is a version of a dress from the famous 1986 Fall
Alaia Autumn-Winter 1986 apricot acetate knit evening gown with train
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia Autumn-Winter 1986 apricot acetate knit evening gown with train
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Black Skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Black Skirt Size M Iconic! Highly Collectible!
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Black Skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Black Skirt Size XS Iconic! Highly Collectible!
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Black Skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Black Skirt Size XS Iconic! Highly Collectible!
Azzedine Alaia copper acetate knit lace-up bandage skirt, ss 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia copper bandage skirt ▪ 100% Acetate ▪ Eight connecting panels ▪ Skin bearing
Azzedine Alaia ruby red acetate knit evening maxi dress, fw 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia; ruby red acetate knit evening maxi dress with peek-a-boo cleavage, pointed collar
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Size: No size - Fits like FR38 / FR40
ALAÏA S/S 1986 Vintage Runway Denim Zipper Dress With Pockets
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
Iconic Azzedine Alaïa denim dress from his Spring 1986 collection. This was such a memorable
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Size: Medium (Runs Small)
Azzedine Alaia black acetate knit evening maxi dress with train, fw 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia black acetate knit evening maxi dress with pointed collar, opening at the back and
Azzedine Alaia bronze acetate knit bandage skirt and bodysuit set, ss 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Important Azzedine Alaia acetate-knit skirt and bodysuit set ▪ Fitted bodysuit with criss-cross
Azzedine Alaïa S/S 1986 Vintage Halter Backless Fishtail Brown Gown Maxi Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaïa S/S 1986 Vintage Halter Backless Fishtail Brown Gown Maxi Dress FR 40 Alaïa brown
Azzedine Alaia blak leather 7 strand corset belt with gold hardware, ss 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia blak leather 7 strand corset belt with gold hardware Spring-Summer 1986
Azzedine Alaïa F/W 1986-87 Navy knitted virgin wool bodycon cocktail dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Milano, IT
- Azzedine Alaïa knitted virgin wool dress - Sold by Skof.Archive - Fall-Winter 1986-87 - Half zip
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Bodysuit Top & Skirt Ensemble 2 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Bodysuit Top & Skirt Ensemble 2 Piece Set Size M Please
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Runway Vintage Skirt & Bodysuit Top 2 Piece Set Ensemble
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Runway Vintage Skirt & Bodysuit Top 2 Piece Set Ensemble Size: the
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Skirt & Bodysuit Top 2 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Skirt & Bodysuit Top 2 Piece Set Azzedine Alaia S/S
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Skirt & Bodysuit Top 2 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Skirt & Bodysuit Top 2 Piece Set Azzedine Alaia S/S
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Skirt & Bodysuit Top 2 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Skirt & Bodysuit Top 2 Piece Set Azzedine Alaia S/S
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Skirt & Bodysuit Top 2 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1986 Vintage Cutout Lace Up Skirt & Backless Bodysuit Top 2 Piece Set Azzedine
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Size: Bodysuit - S / Skirt - M
Azzedine Alaia bronze acetate knit bodysuit and lace up skirt ensemble, S/S 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
-Summer 1986
Iconic 1986 Black Hooded Zipper Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage iconic museum quality 1986 Azzedine Alaia black knit hooded zipper dress featuring a slim
rare AZZEDINE ALAIA 1986 Vintage Runway navy wool zipper hooded knit dress M
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare AZZEDINE ALAIA 1986 Vintage Runway navy wool zipper hooded knit dress M Reference: TGAS/C02040
Alaïa Zipper Dress 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia beige wool knitted zipper dress from the seminal 1986 collection. This Museum worthy dress
Azzedine Alaia Silk Trench Coat 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
The most gorgeous AZZEDINE ALAÏA trench coat. The perfect jacket for a daily look that is also
Azzedine Alaia Hooded Black Wool Zipper Dress, 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Iconic black wool seamed zipper dress with hood designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to fall of 1986
Alaia Knit Bodysuit & Leggings Set, Spring-Summer 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage Azzedine Alaia knit bodysuit and high waisted leggings size S set. Made in Italy. N.B
Iconic Alaia Knit Bandage Ensemble, Spring-Summer 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
Consisting of a bodysuit and a cut-out skirt, this iconic Alaia design featuring adjustable bandage
Vintage Iconic Azzedine Alaia Black Denim Zipper Dress 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alaia collectors. Alaia Label Size 40 Black Denim 1986 Collection Excellent Vintage Condition
Rare Alaïa Runway Printed Day Dress, Spring-Summer 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
photos : Pictures n° 2 & 18 -> unknown models walking down the Alaïa Spring-Summer 1986 fashion show
Beyond Iconic Alaia Knit Bandage Ensemble, Spring-Summer 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
Consisting of a bodysuit and a cut-out long skirt, this exceptional and iconic Alaïa design featuring adjustable bandage is nowadays displayed in museums and/or targeted exhibitions...
Alaia Museum Quality Black Hooded And Zippered Bodycon Dress, 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic 1986 Azzedine Alaia black wool stretch hooded dress with zipper design. In excellent
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic spiral zippered hooded black RUNWAY dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Iconic, jet-black wool, seamed, zipper dress with large hood designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic spiral zippered hooded black runway dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Iconic, jet-black wool, seamed, zipper dress with large hood designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to
Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1986 Open Back Orange Bodysuit Top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1986 Open Back Orange Bodysuit Top Size M
Azzedine Alaia navy acetate bias cut hooded evening dress, fw 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia navy acetate bias cut evening dress with signature draped hood, long zip fastening
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA heavy knit RUNWAY cardigan sweater coat with zippers
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaia dating to fall of 1986, exactly as seen on the runway. Size 'S'. Approximate measurements
Azzedine Alaia navy knitted virgin wool bodycon hooded dress, fw 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia knitted virgin wool dress ▪ Single zip fastening circles the body starting at the
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA black wool gabardine RUNWAY coat with seamed back
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning, full-length, black wool coat with intricately seamed panels from Azzedine Alaia dating to
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA heavy knit black RUNWAY cardigan sweater coat with zippers
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Alaia dating to fall of 1986 as seen on the runway. Size 'XS' although it can also fit a S. Approximate
Alaïa Knit Cardigan-Coat, Spring-Summer 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
From the iconic 1986 Spring-Summer collection, this vintage Alaia sand knit maxi cardigan-coat
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For Georgina
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic 1986 Azzedine Alaia black wool stretch hooded dress with zipper design. In excellent
Incredible Vintage Giorgio di Sant Angelo 80s White Fully Beaded Bodycon Dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible, sexy, and timeless vintage 1980s Giorgio di Sant Angelo white beaded dress! Encrusted with thousands of seed beads, rhinestones, etc...The detail on this sexy little numb...
Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6
By Jacques Fath
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6. This stunning Jacques Fath top is in excellent condition, it shows minimal sign of use. It is made of ivory silk organza throughout and has lac...
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Blazer Wide Leg Trouser Pants Power Suit Set
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Thiensville, WI
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Twill Blazer & Wide Leg Trouser Pants Suit Set Circa: 1990’s Label(s): Valentino Roma Designer: Valentino Garavani Style: Pants suit set Color(s): Whit...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1999 Knit Bodycon Black Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1999 Knit Bodycon Black Dress Size L Gucci knit bodycon midi dress with V-neck and tonal stitching throughout.
Massive Glass Beaded Handmade Artisan Choker Bib Necklace 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Massive glass beaded handmade artisan choker bib collar necklace 21st c The bold avant-garde large scale wide choker bib necklace is comprised of a collection of pale aqua blue glas...
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Kimono Coat
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Unique hand made one- off a kind vintage colorful robe manteau. We offer more excluisive items, view our frontstore Embroidered with sequins and vintage Indian pieces gold brocade...
1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s Loris Azzaro brown sequin metallic strapless cocktail party dress. fit size 4
$760Sale Price|20% Off
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
1990s Valentino Black Chiffon and Velvet Dress Shirt Dress
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing 1990s Valentino little black shirt dress from Holt Renfrew Canada. Top is black chiffon with a pussy bow tie, sheer bishop sleeves and delicate ruching at shoulders. Jet blac...
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Silk Off-Shoulder Bougainvillea Color Top Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Off-Shoulder Top Blouse Designer size - French 38 ( US 6 ) 100% Silk, Amazing Hot Bougainvillea Color, Off-Shoulder Style, Ruffled, Keyhole at ...
Gucci F/W 2006 Runway Plunging Neckline Gold Metallic Mini Dress
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci F/W 2006 Runway Plunging Neckline Gold Metallic Mini Dress Size M Gucci gold metallic mini dress featuring plunging neckline, long sleeves and tie accents at neck. From the Fa...
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Iconic Runway and Ford Book Dress, 2003
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spring/Summer 2003 designed by Tom Ford for the House of Saint Laurent. Flirty sleeveless coffee-colored knee-length silk chiffon dress with large silk rose at bust. Distinct con...
Gianni Versace F/W 1993 Runway Couture Sheer Knit Mesh Lace Evening Dress Gown
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace F/W 1993 Runway Couture Sheer Knit Mesh Lace Bustier Black Evening Dress Gown IT 44 Excellent Condition!
Vintage Raf Simons Black Cobweb Spider Sweater 1998-99
By Raf Simons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a rare vintage Raf Simons black mohair cobweb sweater featuring contrasting knit patchwork panels and ribbed collar and cuffs. Featured on th...
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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