1996 AZZEDINE ALAIA black beaded and micro sequined dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black beaded and micro-sequined mini dress designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1996. Dress is labeled a size S.
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Alaia 1996
Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Black Sequin Embellished Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Black Sequin Beaded Embellished Mini Dress Size M Black vintage Alaïa beaded dress featuring bead and sequin embellishments throughout and scoop neck...
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Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Runway Black Sequin Embellished Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Black Sequin Beaded Embellished Mini Dress Size XS Excellent Condition.
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Azzedine Alaia S/S 1996 Vintage Sequin Embellished Black 3 Piece Skirt Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Sequin Embellished Black 3 Piece Skirt Set Size XS Alaïa Vintage black three-piece skirt set with sequin embellishments throughout.
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1990s Suits, Outfits and Ensembles
Azzedine Alaia Blue Lace Rib Knit Embellished Mini Dress and Cardigan, SS 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Alaia ▪ Creative Director: Azzedine Alaia ▪ Collection: Spring-Summer 1996 ▪ Fabric: Viscose ▪ Details: Lace rib knit, scoop neckline, sequin and bead embellishments ▪ Siz...
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Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Leopard Print Centenaire Alma bag by Alaïa, 1996
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Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Leopard Print Centenaire Alma bag by Alaïa, 1996
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Lugano, Ticino
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Monogram Canvas and Leopard Print Calf Hair Centenaire Alma Bag by Azzedine Alaïa, 1996. - 100% authentic Louis Vuitton - Monogram coated canvas and leo...
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1996 Azzedine Alaia Documented Rare Nude Illusion Knit Bodycon Floor Length Gown
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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An ultra seductive and instantly recognizable Azzedine Alaia black sheer-illusion patterned silk knit floor-length gown from his iconic 1996 spring/summer collection.
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Rare Alaia Black Beaded Cocktail Dress 1996
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Rare Alaia Gold Beaded Cocktail Dress 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Similar pieces from this collection featured in fashion editorials from the period. Collection 1996.
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Azzedine Alaia red sequin evening bra, ss 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia red sequin evening bra with padded bust. Spring-Summer 1996
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Alaia Pink Knit Bodycon Mermaid Dress SS 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alaia Size: Small Fabric: Viscose 1996 Collection Excellent Vintage Condition Authenticity Guaranteed
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Azzedine Alaia Couture red silk evening dress, c. 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia Couture red silk evening dress. - Extremely rare design made for an exclusive Azzedine Alaia client in 1996 c. 1996
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Alaia Spring-Summer 1996 beaded lemon knit cocktail sequin dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia Spring-Summer 1996 beaded lemon knit cocktail sequin dress
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Azzedine Alaia black knitted viscose raffia evening dress, ca. 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia; black knitted viscose raffia evening dress.
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Azzedine Alaia pink open-knit floor-length fishtail dress, ss 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia pink rayon evening dress ▪ Stretch open-knit ▪ Fishtail skirt ▪ Figure hugging fit ▪ Nude lining ▪ Size 'XS' ▪ Spring-Summer 1996 ▪ 100% Rayon ▪ Made in Italy
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Azzedine Alaia yellow open-knit floor-length fishtail dress, ss 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia yellow rayon floor-length dress ▪ Stretch open-knit ▪ Fishtail skirt ▪ Figure hugging fit ▪ Nude lining ▪ Size 'S' ▪ Spring-Summer 1996 ▪ 100% Rayon ▪ Made in Italy
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Azzedine Alaia Black BodyCon Beaded and Sequined Cocktail Dress, circa 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Studio City, CA
Stunning, rare Azzedine Alaia black hand-beaded and sequined bodycon knit viscose cocktail dress with long sleeves and scooped neck. Size tag small. In excellent condition. MEASURE...
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Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Runway Sequin Embellished Blue Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Sequin Beaded Embellished Blue Mini Dress Size S Excellent Condition Blue vintage Alaïa sleeveless beaded dress featuring bead and sequin embellishm...
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Azzedine Alaia Couture leopard pony hair and silk flared jumpsuit, c. 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia Couture - Hand made by Azzedine Alaia - Leopard pony hair bodice with built in bodysuit - Black leather straps fastened with hook and eye closures - Double layere...
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Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Runway Sequin Beaded Embellished Bodysuit Top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Sequin Beaded Embellished Bodysuit Top Excellent Condition.
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Azzedine Alaia black sequin and beaded 3-piece pant suit, ss 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia black sequin and beaded 3-piece pant suit - Fitted cardigan - High waisted flared pants - Additional matching bodysuit (not pictured) Spring-Summer 1996
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1990s French Trouser Pant Suits
Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Runway Black Sequin Embellished Dress Gown
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Embellished Sequin Black Evening Dress Gown Size M Black vintage Alaïa sleeveless beaded gown with bead and sequin embellishments throughout and scoo...
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Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Runway Black Sequin Embellished Dress Gown
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Embellished Dress Gown Size M Black vintage Alaïa sleeveless beaded gown with bead and sequin embellishments throughout and scoop neck.
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Alaia Slinky Black Floor-Length Beaded and Sequined Evening Gown Ca. 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Studio City, CA
Circa 1996 Alaia black viscose, beaded & sequined long sleeved evening gown with slightly flared, beaded hem.
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Azzedine Alaia black raffia button up a-line maxi dress, ss 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia black raffia maxi dress ▪ Front button fastenings ▪ Long sleeves with flared cuffs ▪ Structured a-line maxi skirt ▪ Curved seams at the bodice ▪ Drop waist ▪ 10...
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Azzedine Alaia black beaded and sequin floor-length evening dress, ss 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia black floor-length evening dress ▪ Bead and sequins embellished in a vertical striped pattern ▪ Open-knit ▪ Figure-hugging ▪ Floor-length mermaid skirt ▪ Size Sm...
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Azzedine Alaia S/S 1996 Vintage Mini Skirt and Crop Top Ensemble 2 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1996 Vintage Ivory Mini Skirt and Crop Top Ensemble 2 Piece Set Size S
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Louis Vuitton Centenaire Monogram Alma Bag By Azzedine Alaia - Circa 1996
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis Vuitton Centenaire Monogram Alma Bag By Azzedine Alaia - Circa 1996. The bag includes a makeup case, lipstick holder, compact holder, comb & comb holder, small container, and d...
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Louis Vuitton x Azzedine Alaia 'Centenaire' Leopard Alma Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Complete your bag collection with this amazing Louis Vuitton x Azzedine Alaia Leopard Alma! Circa 1996, this limited edition collaboration from the 'Centenaire' 100th Anniversary Col...
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Azzedine Alaia red open knit fishtail evening dress, ss 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Presenting an alluring Azzedine Alaia red ribbed knit evening dress, a true masterpiece from the spring-summer 1996 collection.
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Azzedine Alaia blue open-knit floor-length fishtail dress, ss 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia blue rayon floor-length dress ▪ Stretch open-knit ▪ Fishtail skirt ▪ Figure hugging fit ▪ Nude lining ▪ Size 'S' ▪ Spring-Summer 1996 ▪ 100% Rayon ▪ Made in Italy
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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic white patterned knit floor-length documented gown from Azzedine Alaia's 1996 Spring/Summer collection. In the 1980's when most of the fashion world was embracing sharp shoulde...
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Alaia 1996 For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary alaia 1996 you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Red, Brown and more. 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 is a Alaia 1996?
On average, a alaia 1996 on 1stDibs sells for $5,300, while they’re typically $2,450 on the low end and $34,382 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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.”
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