2001 AZZEDINE ALAIA COUTURE black RUNWAY top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare Azzedine Alaïa couture runway top from the Spring/Summer 2001 collection. Made from black
2001 AZZEDINE ALAIA COUTURE black RUNWAY top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare Azzedine Alaïa couture runway top from the Spring/Summer 2001 collection. Made from black
2000 AZZEDINE ALAIA documented black halter RUNWAY dress with strappy back
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Seymour in 2001 and in an editorial and the 2001 Alaia couture runway. Labeled a size 'XS'. Waist
$38,987
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This rare, likely one-of-a-kind Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from the Fall-Winter 1990 collection
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1994 Houpette chenille knit mini dress XS
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
white was used in the advertising campaign for Alaïa’s signature fragrance. Made to couture standards
Azzedine Alaïa Haute Couture Wool Blend Gown Large
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaïa Haute Couture Wool Blend Gown. Black. Long Sleeve.
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 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
Azzedine Alaia Haute Couture Sleeveless Brown Silk Velvet Evening Gown Ca.1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Studio City, CA
Circa 1990 Alaia couture evening gown cut in a draping grecian style. The color is a deep copper
Azzedine Alaia black silk chiffon and leather cape and skirt ensemble, c. 1994
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia couture black silk chiffon cape and skirt with leather fringed trim. Comes with silk
Rare Alaia Vintage S/S 1994 Houpette Black White Plush Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This rare Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from Spring 1994 is a masterclass in sculptural knitwear
Azzedine Alaia Iconic Runway Butterfly Leggings, 1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Boca Raton, FL
an early age in the art of Parisian couture, Alaia worked under a variety of top design houses such
2001 documented AZZEDINE ALAIA black halter dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
editorial and also on the Alaia couture runway. Absolutely stunning shape. Labeled a size 'S', although this
2001 AZZEDINE ALAIA documented black halter dress with unique back
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
New York, 2001 and in an editorial and the 2001 Alaia couture runway. Labeled a size 'M'. Waist
Alaia Autumn-Winter 2001 couture red knitted mid length evening dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia Autumn-Winter 2001 couture red knitted mid length evening dress
Little black sheath dress by Azzedine Alaïa Haute Couture Circa 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1990 France Little black haute couture dress by Azzedine Alaïa dating from the 1990s. Short
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Size: Equivalent to size 38/39 France
Azzedine Alaïa Haute Couture jacket in black cotton and twine - France Circa 198
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1980 France A rare corset-effect jacket by Azzedine Alaïa Haute Couture dating from his
1990S Black Metallic Silk Strapless Gown With Fishtail Hem
Located in New York, NY
collector of Dior, Alaia & Hervé Léger Couture. 1990S Black Metallic Silk Strapless Gown With Fishtail Hem
1980s Azzedine Alaia Couture Maxi Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
Amazing and seriously sexy asymmetrical halter top dress by the genius Azzedine Alaia with the most
Important 1988-89 Azzedine Alaia Black One Shoulder Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
revived for the 2013 couture collection by Azzedine Alaia. The 2013 dress was photoed on Giselle and done
Azzedine Alaïa Haute Couture Cutout Lace-Up Gown
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaïa Haute Couture 2003 gown with lace up detail down the back. Deep v neck with cutout
Azzedine Alaïa Vintage Haute Couture Velvet Draped Gown
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This rich navy-blue Alaïa sleeveless silk velvet gown is crafted in Italy from silk with a high
1980s Hooded Plush Alaia Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
Alaia did this insane collection that knocked off the idea of a faux fur but its really a thick
1990s Azzadine Alaia Fishtail Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
This dress was one of 40 pieces showcased and provided by Shrimpton Couture for Fashion Television
1990s Alaia Wasp Waist Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
A fantastic, sexy curve enhancing suit from Azzedine Alaia in an almost canvas like cotton fabric
Incredible Azzedine Alaia Green Python Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Verviers, BE
. Haute Couture. Marked: Alaïa Paris. Excellent/Mint condition. Size: French 38.
Fantastic 2008 Alaia Teal Knit Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
Amazing soft pastel teal Alaia knit dress features a loose weave ribbed knit over a nude colored
1980s Azzedin Alaia Mesh Top Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
This dress was one of 40 pieces showcased and provided by Shrimpton Couture for Fashion Television
1980s Knit Azzedine Alaia Seam Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
A really fantastic Alaia that exemplifies all that is great about his early dresses. A jet black
1990s Amazing Sleeved Alaia Knit Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
A really unusual Alaia in a size that is actually wearable by most mortal girls. A deep oxblood red
1990s Alaia Lace Panel Inset Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
An amazing Alaia knit dress made of his signature stretch knit that is made to wrap and exaggerate
1980s Black Knit Azzedine Alaia Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
Fantastic and unusual cut Azzedine Alaia knit dress. It reminds me of a Jessica Rabbit dress - it's
1980s Alaia Over-Size Black Trench Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
statement and has ll the cut and couture level quality you expect to find in an Alaia! It is an amazing
Alaia Black Suede Studded Platform Wedge Sandals
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Helpers House of Couture.
1980s Iconic Alaia Black & White Knit Tank Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
Iconic mini tank dress from the great Alaia. His forte is the ability to cut garments that cling
1980s Azzadine Alaia Python Motorcycle Jacket & Fishtail Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
This dress & Jacket are two of 40 pieces showcased and provided by Shrimpton Couture for Fashion
1991 Museum Held Alaia Exotic Python Skin Biker Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
. Couture level quality and tagged a vintage Alaia size 40 Shoulder: (slight drop) 17" across Bust
1990 Azzedine Alaia Black Wool Wide Portrait-Collar Peplum Fringe Cropped Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Azzedine Alaia designer couture jacket is in excellent condition with no rips, stains or holes. This
Alaia Couture Bag mirrored python / Rare and Special order
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in VERGT, FR
Rare ALAIA COUTURE BAG Dim : 21 x 16 x 11 cm Green mirrored python leather bucket handbag No box
1990's Azzedine Alaia Black Leather Portrait Shawl Collar Plunge Cropped Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
vintage Azzedine Alaia designer couture jacket is in excellent condition with no rips,stains or holes
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2003 "Irere" Tan Knit Button Embellished Plunge Blouse Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2003 "Irere" Tan Cotton Knit Button Embellished Plunge Blouse Top Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2003 "Irere" Designer: Alexander McQu...
1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Gold Lace Sequins and Beads Vintage 90s Top
By BADGLEY MISHCKA, Badgley Mischka
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA Couture gold lace beaded and sequined sleeveless top! Features high quality French lace. Hundreds of sequins and beads hand-sewn throughout. Hidd...
$450
Size: none; comparable to size XS - S
Lilli Ann Paris Powder Blue 3-Piece Western Pant Suit – XS, 1970s
By Lilli Ann
Located in Tucson, AZ
Don’t let the color fool you into thinking it’s a Disco-era castoff. A dash of Elvis (the lapels), a pinch of YSL ("Le Smoking") and a touch of couture (the curvy tailoring and labe...
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
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
NWT 2000s Halston Brown Ombré Silk Chiffon Mink Trimmed Size 2 / 4 Y2K Gown
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning new with tags early 2000s HALSTON for SAKS 5th AVENUE, by Randolph Duke evening gown. Brown ombré silk chiffon trimmed in mink. This deadstock vintage dress features a flowi...
Unavailable|$5,750
Size: 42 / US 8
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 1997 Sz 42 / 8 Black Patent Leather Vintage Harness Gown
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic and extraordinary new with tags vintage FW 1997 TOM FORD for GUCCI black signature harness halter gown / evening dress! Words cannot even begin to describe how dreamy and fla...
Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace
Located in University City, MO
Sleek braided leather alligator head choker necklace The unique choker necklace is designed with a pair of silver metal alligators heads adhered to a black leather braided cord. The ...
Gucci S/S 2005 Runway Bustier Open Cutout Back Silk Dress
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci S/S 2005 Runway Bustier Open Cutout Back Silk Dress IT 42 Look 31 from the Spring 2005 Collection.
$2,250
Size: none; comparable to size M-L
Handmade Sheer Navy Czech Glass Bead Tabard Flapper Dress, France - M-L, 1920s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Exceptional in every way, from its unheard-of larger size to the intricacy of its beadwork. The tying tabard-style skirt offers adjustability, while the deep navy color differentiate...
Beige knit twin-set with raffia flower's embroideries CHRISTIAN LACROIX BAZAR
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige knit twin-set with raffia flower's embroideries. Knit composition: 85% cotton, 15% rayon. Blue raffia's button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. SIZE M
Agent Provocateur Sexy Red Bow Heels Slides Size 36 / 6 Made in Italy Never Worn
By Agent Provocateur
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy brand new, never worn AGENT PROVOCATEUR red satin heels! 1950s sex appeal, with a modern twist. Features a bow at each side, with red patent leather accent. Perfect with jeans ...
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...
Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk dress from Gucci in a gold, rust and olive brocade fern pattern on a black background. It is a semi fitted dress with long zipper cuff sleeves and fabulous flatterin...
On Hold|$9,929
L 37.41 in
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD FW 92 Iconic and rare coat from "Always On Camera" collection
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Milano, MILANO
Iconic and rare Fall Winter 1992 poodle coat from "Always On Camera" collection Oversized shawl faux fur collar and cuffs Four pockets Fully lined 100% wool
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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