Alaia Corset Red Editions Shoulder Handbag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
period. The bag is a reinterpretation of the iconic Alaïa Corset Belt of 1992. The bag itself is made out
Alaia Corset Red Editions Shoulder Handbag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
period. The bag is a reinterpretation of the iconic Alaïa Corset Belt of 1992. The bag itself is made out
AZZEDINE ALAIA, CORSET 80's
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in PARIS, FR
Black cotton twill corset with back lacing and hook closures at the front. An iconic piece by
Alaia Autumn-Winter 1991 plum corset vest
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia Autumn-Winter 1991 plum corset vest
2008 Documented Alaia Leather Corset Skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia shortly after he bought back his company from Prada in 2007. Made of black lambs leather, the
Alaia Ribbed Stretch Corset Belt XS
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brossard, QC
This ALAÏA stretch corset belt is designed to create or enhance an hourglass figure. Embraces the
1991 AZZEDINE ALAIA black bustier corset RUNWAY top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
For sale is this 1991 Azzedine Alaia runway bustier top is cut in a classic corset shape, designed
$1,295
Size: FR 38 (slim through waist)
AZZEDINE ALAIA EDITION 1988 black cotton gabardine corset jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black, cotton Gabardine, corset jacket with topstitched panels, underwire and fringe detail
ALAIA black leather STUDDED PETAL WIDE CORSET WAIST Belt 75
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Alaïa wide corset waist belt is crafted from black leather and features a
ALAIA Vienne black leather laser cut cinched corset wide belt 65cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA Vienne black leather laser cut cinched corset wide belt 65cm Reference: SNKO/A00623 Brand
ALAIA Vienne white leather laser cut cinched corset wide belt 65cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA Vienne white leather laser cut cinched corset wide belt 65cm Reference: SNKO/A00622 Brand
AZZEDINE ALAIA leopard printed corset belt with black leather trim & studs
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extra wide Azzedine Alaïa belt in leopard-print calf hair with black leather trim. It has rows of
$576Sale Price|20% Off
ALAIA black leather slim closure wide statement corset cinch belt 65cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black leather slim closure wide statement corset cinch belt 65cm Reference: SNKO/A00626 Brand
ALAIA black patent leather VIENNE WAVE CORSET WAIST Belt 80
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa 'Vienne Wave' perforated laser-cut waist belt in black patent-leather with one
$672Sale Price|20% Off
ALAIA white leather geometric cut out scallop edge wide corset belt 65cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA white leather geometric cut out scallop edge wide corset belt 65cm Reference: SNKO/A00627
$480Sale Price|20% Off
ALAIA ivory 100% cotton boned corseted high waist flare skirt FR38 M
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA ivory 100% cotton boned corseted high waist flare skirt FR38 M Reference: SNKO/A00584 Brand
$768Sale Price|20% Off
ALAIA white leather romantic swirl laser cut out corset wide belt 65cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA white leather romantic swirl laser cut out corset wide belt 65cm Reference: SNKO/A00629 Brand
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1991 Bustier Corset Top and Leggings 2 Piece Set Ensemble
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1991 Runway Chenille Bustier Corset Top and Leggings Pants 2 Piece Set Ensemble
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1991 Vintage Skirt and Bustier Corset Top 2 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1991 Vintage Skirt and Bustier Corset Top 2 Piece Set Size S
Black Suede Lace-up Corset Booties-
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Exquisitely crafted in black suede, the Alaïa Lace-up Corset Booties are your winter essentials
Black Suede Lace-up Corset Booties- '20s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Exquisitely crafted in black suede, the Alaïa Lace-up Corset Booties are your winter essentials
$38,257
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
, floor-length skirt that falls straight with a soft train. It includes Alaïa's signature corset-style
Azzedine Alaia Corset jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Alaia small plaid, black and white cotton jacket with dolman sleeve and corseted bodice.
Azzedine Alaia Corset style Belt Intricate leather detail 80 NEW
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite black leather corset style belt with cut out and 'ribbed' detail revealing the beauty to
Azzedine Alaia Corset style Belt Intricate leather detail 80 NEW
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite black leather corset style belt with cut out and 'ribbed' detail revealing the beauty to
Alaia black laser cut leather corset, circa 1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Iconic and rare Alaia black laser cut leather corset, spring-summer 1992. Pointed edge, circular
Azzedine Alaia navy blue houndstooth 'Tati' corset, ss 1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia navy blue houndstooth 'Tati' corset with built in bra. Spring-Summer 1991
ALAIA
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Black leather Alaia corset belt with gorgeous hammered chrome link design. French size: 70 fit
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
ALAIA black leather PERFORATED WIDE WAIST CORSET Belt 85
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa corset belt made from smooth black calf leather and its wide strap is enriched
ALAIA black leather CORSET WIDE WAIST Belt 75
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
Azzedine Alaïa corset belt with zig zag edging in black leather. Closes with buckle. Has been worn
ALAIA Safari Corset Suit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage 80's ALAIA Safari Corset Suit with dolman sleeves. Excellent condition. Jacket French
Alaia Laser Cut Corset
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Gresham, OR
Uber sexy corset belt in a sinuous open geometric pattern.
Alaia Black Leather Corset Belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Azzedine Alaia black leather corset with ruffle detailing along the edges.
1990s ALAIA Red Leather Corset Belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Paris, FR
1990s ALAIA large red leather corset belt featuring a hole detail, two buckles. Size label: 70
1990s Azzedine Alaia Cropped Corset Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Azzedine Alaia black wool and cashmere-blend cropped jacket with gathering at back
Alaïa Wide Corseted Black Leather Belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ALAÏA - (Made in Italy) Wide corseted black leather belt. Additional information: Condition: Very
AZZEDINE ALAIA black leather corset belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black leather corset belt from Alaia, ca. 1990. Size 65, which best fits a 23-25" waist
Alaia Vintage Black Leather Corset Belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Nice, FR
ALAIA vintage black high-waist leather belt featuring a back corset style design with several
AZZEDINE ALAIA red leather corset belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Size 65. Fits a 24-27" waist. Antique brass hardware. Made in France. Excellent/very good condition. Also available is the same belt in black leather.
Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black Suede Corset Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your wardrobe and all your future looks with this amazing Azzedine Alaia jacket which is
Vintage Alaia Burgundy Corset Skirt Suit 1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Azzedine Alaia burgundy corset skirt suit with bra detail and tonal buttons. From the
unworn AZZEDINE ALAIA black suede corset belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extra wide black suede corset belt from Azzedine Alaia. Size 80/32. Belt measures just over 6" at
very rare AZZEDINE ALAIA leopard corset - 1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Size 'S'. Made in Italy. Center back brass zipper. Excellent condition.
1991 AZZEDINE ALAIA black knit bustier corset top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black knit corset top with decorative stitching and attached pushed up bra designed by Azzedine
AZZEDINE ALAIA black leather lace up corset belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
French size 80. 3.5" width. Holes fall at 29.5", 30.5", and 31.5". Made in Italy. Excellent condition.
AZZEDINE ALAIA black patent leather corset belt with studs
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black patent leather corset belt with black studs from Azzedine Alaia. FR 75. Fits a size 26-29
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA wide black leather corset belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Unusual seamed black leather corset belt designed by Azzedine Alaia during the 1980s. French size
Azzedine Alaia Black Leather Corset Belt Fr 80 NWT
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Azzedine Alaia black leather extra wide corset belt.New with tags,has been tried on.Belt is 6"1/4
ALAIA black perforated leather CORSET 120 WAIST Belt 70
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa Bustier 120 corset belt made from smooth black calf leather and its wide strap
Alaïa Autumn/Winter 1991 Runway Christy Turlington Black Corset Bodysuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Manchester, GB
Azzedine Alaïa Fall/Winter 1991 rare and important black corset bodysuit. Shown on the runway on
ALAIA black PYTHON VIENNE WAVE CORSET WAIST Belt 85
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa perforated laser-cut waist belt in black python and leather with one buckle
Vintage Azzedine Alaia 1988 Twine Fringe & Black Cotton Corset Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Azzedine Alaia black cotton gabardine corseted jacket adorned with fringe made of twine
Azzedine Alaia black rayon spandex corset and shorts, ss 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia black rayon spandex bustier corset top and high waisted hot pants. Can be worn
AZZEDINE ALAIA black leather corset belt with zig zag edging
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very dramatic corset belt from Alaia with zig zag edging. French size 65. Measures about 5" wide
AZZEDINE ALAIA black leather corset belt lace up Size 85
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Azzedine Alaia lace up corset leather black belt.New with white store paper tag. Size 85.Made in
AZZEDINE ALAIA red laser cut leather laced corset waist belt 70cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
AZZEDINE ALAIA red laser cut leather laced corset waist belt 70cm Reference: BSHW/A00138 Brand
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Belt Corset Leopard Print Calf Fur 75/30
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Miami, FL
Azzedine Alaia vintage corset calf fur leopard print belt in shades of brown on the white
Azzedine Alaïa Vintage S/S 1992 Runway Coral Corset Jacket Documented
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
Iconic documented vintage Azzedine Alaïa Spring Summer 1992 runway corset jacket in the most
AZZEDINE ALAIA white laser cut studded leather corset waist belt 70cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
AZZEDINE ALAIA white laser cut studded leather corset waist belt 70cm Reference: BSHW/A00139 Brand
AZZEDINE ALAIA white laser cut studded leather corset waist belt 70cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
AZZEDINE ALAIA white laser cut studded leather corset waist belt 70cm Reference: BSHW/A00139 Brand
Rare Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1992 Black Corset Bustier Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Introducing a true gem: the corseted jacket from Alaia's Spring/Summer 1992 collection. Initially
ALAIA Vienne nude leather laser cut detail cinched corset wide belt 65cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA Vienne nude leather laser cut detail cinched corset wide belt 65cm Reference: SNKO/A00619
ALAIA black leather laser cut out scalloped wide statement corset belt 65cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black leather laser cut out scalloped wide statement corset belt 65cm Reference: SNKO/A00628
new AZZEDINE ALAIA red laser cut leather laced corset waist belt 70cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new AZZEDINE ALAIA red laser cut leather laced corset waist belt 70cm Reference: BSHW/A00138 Brand
rare AZZEDINE ALAIA black suede leather wide scallop corset statement belt 70cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare AZZEDINE ALAIA black suede leather wide scallop corset statement belt 70cm Reference: BSHW
rare AZZEDINE ALAIA black suede leather wide scallop corset statement belt 70cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare AZZEDINE ALAIA black suede leather wide scallop corset statement belt 70cm Reference: BSHW
rare AZZEDINE ALAIA black suede leather wide scallop corset statement belt 70cm
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare AZZEDINE ALAIA black suede leather wide scallop corset statement belt 70cm Reference: BSHW
AZZEDINE ALAIA leopard pony hair corset belt with brown leather trim & studs
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaia. French size 70. Belt measures just under 4.75" wide and is 29.75" long. Four belt holes
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1990 Vintage Leggings/Shorts Bodysuit Corset 3 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Circa 1990's Azzedine Alaia 3 Piece set consisting of bustier top, bodysuit and leggings. Please
Alaia
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alaia leather corset belt with top stitching detail and playful fringe.
Alaia
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alaia Houndstooth red denim corseted double breasted jacket with lace up detail.
ALAIA
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
ALAIA black leather corset belt with fringe. US size: fit to 25.5 waist France : 65
Alaia
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alaia hood. Prefect corset seam detail at skirt.
ALAIA midnight blue fitted coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Incredibly shaped, corset jacket from Alaia. Ca. 1985. Softest corrugated velvet fabric! Double
AZZEDINE ALAIA leopard printed pony hair corset belt
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very dramatic leopard printed pony skin belt with black leather trim from Azzedine Alaia. Best fits
Alaïa white leather buckle back corset belt 85/34
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Alaïa white leather buckle back corset belt 85/34... Measurements are: 6 1/2" wide at the
AZZEDINE ALAIA calf hair 'leopard' corset belt with studs
Located in San Fransisco, CA
from Azzedine Alaia. Black, tan and off white in color. Black leather trim and darkened hardware
AZZEDINE ALAIA black leather laser cut corset belt - size 70
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black laser cut leather corset belt from Azzedine Alaia. French size 70, which best fits a 24
Christian Lacroix 1980s Beaded Silk Dress
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black silk cocktail dress from Christian Lacroix with elaborate beading and sequins in magenta, rose, silver and red. The pointed bodice has beaded spaghetti straps and i...
Giuseppe Zanotti Black Suede Lace up Cutout Thigh High Boots Size 9
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous pair of black suede over the knee boots by Giuseppe Zanotti. They have elaborate cut outs and functional lacing up the outside of each boot with black leather cord matchi...
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. Length is approximately 33" long. Width is very stretch...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Iridescent Lilac Beaded Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Iridescent lilac purple with pinks Ornate silver hardware and unique chain Pristine Measurements in in...
$675Sale Price|22% Off
Size: Size Small
Chanel Cashmere Blue & Green Gilt Metal Logo Button Cardigan circa 1990
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Luxurious cashmere blue & green gilt logo button cardigan c. 1990 The stylish Chanel cardigan is constructed with plush double-ply cashmere The cashmere cardigan is designed...
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
Lillie Rubin New 1950s Silk Damask Dress and Mink Collar Coat Set
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Water Mill, NY
A rare, new 1950s dress and coat set from Lillie Rubin in a black silk damask flower pattern. The dress is semi fitted with a matching belt, a bateau neckline, and a straight skirt. ...
$1,140Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37.5
New Tom Ford's Final Collection for Yves Saint Laurent 2004 YSL Heels Sz 37.5
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford's Final Collection for Yves Saint Laurent The Countess of Albemarle wore these in Beige to Tom Ford's Book Signing Size: 37...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...
$975
Size: 38.5 / US 8.5
New Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Fall 2002 Size 38.5 / 8.5 Corset Heels YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Step into early-2000s runway glamour with these ultra-rare vintage Yves Saint Laurent slingback heels from Tom Ford’s iconic Fall 2002 collection. Crafted in sumptuous yellow silk s...
Galliano Dior Logo Sunglasses, Pave Flame Fire Frames, Y2K
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior Logo Sunglasses, Pave Flame/Fire Frames, Y2K by John Galliano in rare rose tint. Side arms designed with conjoined CD with pave crystals in flame motifs. Markings: CH...
Christian Dior Rasta Pants
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Eivissa, ES
Christian Dior iconic monogram pants from the Capsule “Rasta Collection” from 2004. Size: S Condition: Excellent
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, 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...
$2,141
H 7.09 in W 10.63 in D 3.15 in L 15.75 in
Gucci 1970s Vintage Black Leather Structured Shoulder Bag for Women
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A timeless piece from Gucci’s storied archive, this 1970s black leather shoulder bag exudes understated elegance and vintage sophistication. Crafted in smooth, supple leather, the de...
1970s East West Musical Instruments Rodeo Western Leather Jacket
By East West Musical Instruments Company
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage 1970s East West Musical Instruments leather jacket, this model is called the "Rodeo". The jacket is tagged size 7. Good vintage condition with light wear MEAUSUREMENTS: S...
$449
H 5.5 in W 1.5 in L 9 in
Vintage 1950's French Floral Beaded Clutch Bag 1950's Beaded floral handbag
Located in Nashville, TN
A true beauty to behold, this original 1950's micro beaded clutch bag, rendered in the smallest iridescent white rocaille beads, accented by a raised scalloped pattern throughout, in...
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.