Azzedine Alaia Charcoal Grey Knitted Viscose Bodycon Dress, FW 1985
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This early Azzedine Alaia dress is crafted from charcoal grey knitted viscose, offering a semi-sheer, lightweight texture. The design includes long sleeves with extended cuffs and a ...
Azzedine Alaia Denim Zipper Skirt & Knit Vest Black Ensemble 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Chicago, IL
This Azzedine Alaia (1935-2017) black Spring ensemble features a new-condition triple-zipper fine-denim bodycon skirt from the iconic 1986 Alaia Paris brass-zipper collection. For a ...
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. It has a long, double-breasted silhouette with a strong, sculpted shoulder line a...
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA darkest green leather RUNWAY belt with brass hardware
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Wide dark green leather belt designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the spring of 1986 as seen on the runway. The surface is smooth with a slight sheen. The sides are defined by paral...
AZZEDINE ALAÏA S/S 1988 Vintage Nylon Circle Mini Skirt S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
Azzedine Alaïa Spring Summer 1988 nylon circle skirt Brand: Alaïa Designer: Azzedine Alaïa Collection: Spring Summer 1988 Fabric: Nylon Color: Cream Size: No size label - estimated ...
Collection Jacket Alaïa Vintage "Motorcycle" in Purple Cotton - Show Summer 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in CACHAN, FR
This rare piece is a masterful testimony to Azzedine Alaïa's sculptural genius. From the iconic collection of the summer of 1986, this "motorcycle" style jacket reinterprets the code...
Black Alaïa Heeled Leather Boots with lace tie up 1986 runway piece
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in PARIS, FR
A pair from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1986 runway collection, produced by the Diego Dellavalle workshop, which at the time made footwear for the Alaïa fashion house. Delicate black leather la...
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1983 vintage draped black suede skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
This skirt is a rare piece from Azzedine Alaia's vintage Fall/Winter 1983 collection, showcasing the early years of his incredible career. Crafted from black suede, it features a fit...
Alaïa by Diego Dellavalle Black Heeled Mules Size 40- 1980s runway piece
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in PARIS, FR
A pair of black leather mules embodying the iconic aesthetic of Azzedine Alaïa in the 1980s, produced by the Diego Dellavalle workshop, which made footwear for Alaïa runway shows at ...
1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA black knit RUNWAY dress with wide elastic waistband
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning black Azzedine Alaia dress from 1984, cut close to the body. The front features a sleeveless top with a high, fitted waist and a narrow, knee-length skirt. The knit fabric h...
1987 AZZEDINE ALAIA black worsted gabardine wool RUNWAY skirt with seams
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extremely rare black skirt from Azzedine Alaïa’s Fall/Winter 1987 collection. Constructed in jet black fuzzy worsted wool, the skirt sits high at the waist and is detailed with preci...
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 displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...
new 1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA black patent leather skirt with dual zippers
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare black patent leather skirt designed by Azzedine Alaïa for the Fall/Winter 1988 collection. Made from glossy, high-shine patent leather, the skirt is cut to sit high on the waist...
1987 AZZEDINE ALAIA black textured net RUNWAY button up shirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black, abstract textured, net, button up shirt designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to winter of 1987 as seen on the runway. The size tag has been removed because of the the sheerne...
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 ▪ Ascending hemline ▪ Slit at centre back ▪ Matching mini shorts ▪ Size Small ▪ Spr...
Azzedine Alaia black leather jacket and skirt set, fw 1983
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Rare Azzedine Alaia black leather jacket and skirt set ▪ Wide-cut bolero jacket with open front and draped lapels ▪ Fitted pencil skirt with asymmetric hemline ▪ Ruched detail at ...
Azzedine Alaïa 1986 Vintage Leather Mini Skirt in Lime Green, Size 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in PARIS, FR
Leather mini skirt by Azzedine Alaïa, dating from 1986. Made in France from soft leather in a vivid lime yellow-green tone, it reflects the sculptural aesthetic the designer became k...
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1988 Vintage Plunging Semi-Sheer Midi Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Plunging Semi-Sheer Midi Dress Size XS Vintage Alaia sleeveless midi dress with open knit trim throughout, plunging neckline and flared hem.
Azzedine Alaia black leather and crochet pointed heels, ca. 1985-1988
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Pancaldi for Azzedine Alaia ca. 1985-1988
1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA runway jet black summer playsuit with draped skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black summer playsuit with matching skirt that cleverly hooks onto waistband to create a unique draped silhouette designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the spring of 1984. Labele...
1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA black knit runway dress with wide elastic waistband
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, jet-black dress with elasticized waist and draped bodice from Azzedine Alaia dating to 1984 exactly as seen on the runway. Labeled a size 'S'. Approximate measurements...
Azzedine Alaia grey knitted wool skirt with leather harness, fw 1987
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Presenting a captivating Alaia grey knitted wool high waist figure-hugging skirt from the autumn-winter 1987 collection. This skirt is a true testament to the brand's innovative desi...
1987 AZZEDINE ALAIA 'Basque' runway skirt with artwork by Christoph von Weyhe
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This rare Azzedine Alaïa “Basque” skirt from the Fall/Winter 1987 runway collection is a striking example of the designer’s sculptural tailoring combined with fine art. Made in silk,...
Azzedine Alaïa green and black wool jersey wrap dress, fw 1982
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaïa wool jersey wrap dress ▪ Green long-sleeve bodice ▪ Black knee-length wrap skirt ▪ Black patent leather straps with metal buckle ▪ Press studs at the center-back o...
S/S 1986 Azzedine Alaïa Runway Shiny Copper Tone Sleeveless Bodycon Dress S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Azzedine Alaïa's Spring/Summer 1986 collection, this bodycon dress debuted on the season's runway and is crafted from a shiny copper-tone knit. The sleeveless design features a ...
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Claret Red Sheer Rayon Blend Knit Long Sleeved Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
In very good condition with one small repair near the seam on the hip, please note photos 1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Claret Red Sheer Rayon Blend Knit Long Sleeved Dress
1985 AZZEDINE ALAIA black long sleeve RUNWAY dress with pointelle knit accents
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa, 1985 A rare black long sleeve gown from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1985 collection, made in his signature stretch knit. The long, body-skimming silhouette is defined with poin...
1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA red and purple leather RUNWAY belt with brass pyramid studs
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Wide leather belt designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to 1988 and seen on the runway. The piece is constructed from a central structured band of deep aubergine leather with evenly spac...
Azzedine Alaia Charcoal Grey Wool Wrap Dress with Belted Waist, FW 1983
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This early Azzedine Alaïa design is crafted from charcoal grey wool, showcasing the designer's signature fitted silhouette. It features a high neckline with a folded collar and long ...
1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA red and purple leather runway belt with brass pyramid studs
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Wide leather belt designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to 1988 and seen on the runway. The piece is constructed from structured bands of deep aubergine leather framing a central strip o...
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 from a substantial wool knit, the piece highlights Alaïa’s brilliance of structure and...
Azzedine Alaïa Linen Knit 3 Piece Bodysuit, Skirt & Cardigan Set, SS 1983
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
We are thrilled to introduce this exceptional and rare collector's vintage ensemble designed by Azzedine Alaïa. The set comprises three pieces: a bodysuit, a skirt, and a cardigan, a...
Rare Azzedine Alaia Signature Fawn-Hue Form-Fitting Eyelet Accented Swing Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Alaia's wonderfully elegant form-fitting swing dress accented throughout with woven eyelets design. Made of 85% Viscose, 10% Polyester and 5% Polyamide, the waistband is form-fitting...
Vintage Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black + Nude Viscose 80s Mini Sweater Dress Tunic
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 1980s AZZEDINE ALAIA black and nude viscose micro mini sweater dress / tunic! Features the most luxurious soft viscose rayon that drapes the body so beautifully. Dolman ...
1980s Azzedine Alaia Black Dolman Sleeve Vintage 80s Mini Dress or Sweater
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing early AZZEDINE ALAIA black mini dress or sweater tunic! Incredible design by the body conscious designer, whom always produces figure flattering designs. Stitching at the bot...
1980s Azzedine Alaia White Pique Cotton Vintage 80s Cropped Blazer Jacket Size 2
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Timeless vintage 80s AZZEDINE ALAIA stark white pique cotton double breasted crop blazer jacket! Features a textured sturdy, yet soft pique cotton. Double breasted style with hidden ...
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
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Blue & Black Rayon Blend Knit High-Waisted Skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Blue & Black Rayon Blend Knit High-Waisted Skirt
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Navy Blue Rayon Jersey Body-Con Cocktail Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Navy Blue Rayon Jersey Body-Con Cocktail Dress
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Russet Brown Rayon Jersey Iconic Low Cut Dress With Cowl
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Russet Brown Rayon Jersey Iconic Low Cut Dress With Cowl
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Cinnamon Brown Wool Knit Turtleneck Body-Con Dress With Di
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Alaia taged size S 1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Cinnamon Brown Wool Knit Turtleneck Body-Con Dress With Diagonal Seaming
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Naomi Campbell, Paris, Alaia
By Arthur Elgort
Located in New York, NY
Signed by the photographer
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
Yasmin Lebon, Azzedine Alaia
By Arthur Elgort
Located in New York, NY
This photograph is an Edition of 30. Please see additional editions listed below. All editions are signed by the photographer. Larger sizes may be available upon request.
Archival Pigment, Silver Gelatin
Price Upon Request
Naomi Campbell and Azzedine Alaia
By Arthur Elgort
Located in New York, NY
This photograph is an Edition of 30. Please see additional editions listed below. All editions are signed by the photographer. Larger sizes may be available upon request.
Archival Pigment, Silver Gelatin
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Sexy Open Back Dress
Located in New York, NY
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Sexy Open Back Dress
Price Upon Request
Azzedine Alaïa and Naomi Campbell, Paris
By Arthur Elgort
Located in New York, NY
Edition of 30 Signed by the photographer on the verso
Silver Gelatin
1980S ALAIA Black Viscose & Nylon Knit Romper Wrap Skirt Ensemble
Located in New York, NY
1980S ALAIA Black Viscose & Nylon Knit Romper Wrap Skirt Ensemble
Price Upon Request
Models after the Azzedine Alaia Fashion Show, Paris
By Arthur Elgort
Located in New York, NY
This photograph is an Edition of 30. Please see additional editions listed below. All editions are signed by the photographer. Larger sizes may be available upon request.
Archival Pigment, Silver Gelatin
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Yellow Ochre Rayon Blend Knit Body-Con Micro Mini Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Yellow Ochre Rayon Blend Knit Body-Con Micro Mini Skirt
1980'S AZZEDINE ALAIA Yellow Animal Print Cotton Oversized Dress With Faux Bra-
Located in New York, NY
1980'S AZZEDINE ALAIA Yellow Animal Print Cotton Oversized Dress With Faux Bra-Top And Wrap Jacket
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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