very rare 1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded jersey dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare 1984 Azzedine Alaia hooded dress in darkest brown stretch viscose jersey fabric.
very rare 1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded jersey dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare 1984 Azzedine Alaia hooded dress in darkest brown stretch viscose jersey fabric.
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 designed by Azzedine Alaïa dating to 1986.
Azzedine Alaïa F/W 1986 Runway Hooded Zipper Black Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaïa F/W 1986 Runway Hooded Zipper Black Dress Condition: good vintage condition, size tag has been removed, tiny pull which is not noticeable when worn.
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 body-con fit, long sleeves & brass zipper detail that wraps around the body.
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 coiled around the body, bias cut panels with flat seams which contour the body and b...
1984 ALAIA hooded dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Austin, TX
1984 ALAIA hooded dress Stretchy rayon material Condition: Very good 29" bust, 25" waist, 29" hips, 44" length.
very rare AZZEDINE ALAIA hooded dress with asymmetrical seams
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare hooded dress from Alaia. Flattering asymmetrical seams.
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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
This was such a memorable collection - featuring the one and only Grace Jones in the iconic Alaïa hooded dress. So many of the designs from this show have become important Alaïa hist...
Alaia Hooded Body-Con Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
This is an edgy and beautiful dress by Parisian designer Alaïa. Made in a casual black jersey knit, its intricate and elegant seams are architecture and flattering. The body-consciou...
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-con fit, long sleeves & brass zipper detail that wraps around the body.
Iconic Alaia Hooded Zipper Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black wool iconic zipper dress with hood and brass zipper detail that wraps around the body.
Iconic Hooded Alaia Zipper Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Taupe grey wool iconic zipper dress with hood and brass zipper detail that wraps around the body.
Alaïa Purple Jersey Hooded Dress 1984
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Azzedine Alaia purple jersey dress featuring a halter front, exposed back, and fitted skirt with lingerie stitching detail, flounce...
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 more conventional look.
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 body-con fit, long sleeves & brass zipper detail that wraps around the body.
Azzedine Alaia black silk chiffon hooded evening cloak, ss 1988
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia black silk chiffon hooded evening cloak Spring-Summer 1988
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 or worn unzipped as a collar.
Alaia Cream Zipper Dress with Cowl Neck
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Alaia Hooded wool dress with zip following the contours of the body in a spiral from back to hem.
ALAIA Vintage 1987 black hooded spiral zip around fitted wool dress M
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA Vintage 1987 black hooded spiral zip around fitted wool dress M AZZEDINE ALAIA VINTAGE FROM THE 1987 COLLECTION AS EXHIBITED IN LA PALAIS GALLIERA Black wool dress .
very rare early 80's AZZEDINE ALAIA olive viscose hooded dress
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare hooded dress from Alaia. 'Hood' can be draped for a more conventional look.
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. Well documented piece. Very flattering seams with spiral zipper that cleverly follo...
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.
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 coiled around the body, bias cut panels with flat seams which contour the body and b...
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 right hip and ending at the left breast ▪ Integral hood with scarf ending on one si...
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 fall of 1986 exactly as seen on the runway. Well documented piece. Very flattering s...
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 fall of 1986 as seen on the runway. Well documented piece. Very flattering seams wit...
Alaia Winter 2022 Black Hooded Net Jersey Dress with Chrome Bauble Studs
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An instantly iconic piece from the most anticipated runway show of Winter/Spring 2022 season—the return of Alaïa. This collection was creative director, Pieter Mulier's, first helm a...
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 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Collection: Fall 1986 - Runway Material: Vir...
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For Georgina
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic 1986 Azzedine Alaia black wool stretch hooded dress with zipper design.
AZZEDINE ALAIA black hooded dress with spiral zipper
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Oakland, CA
Very rare jet black wool hooded dress with wrap around brass zipper detail from Azzedine Alaia dating to 1986.
1986 Azzedine Alaia Sheer Purple Hooded Plunging Maxi Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1986 Azzedine Alaia Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Fair- has a few tiny spots- please see last 2 photos. FABRIC: 100% rayon COUNTRY MADE...
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Size: Unknown- tag removed- like O/S
S/S 1991 Azzedine Alaia Sheer Star Print Long Hooded Dress Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 1991 Azzedine Alaia Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- Few tiny marks- there is a lot of fabric that hides them. FABRIC: Unknown C...
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Size: Unknown- tag removed- like O/S
Vintage S/S 1991 Azzedine Alaia Sheer Star Print Long Hooded Dress Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 1991 Azzedine Alaia Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- Few tiny marks- there is a lot of fabric that hides them. FABRIC: Unknown C...
AZZEDINE ALAIA aubergine ensemble with hooded scarf
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Oakland, CA
Three piece aubergine and magenta wool ensemble consisting of a jacket, dress and hooded scarf from Azzedine Alaia dating to 1987.
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...
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
rare CHROME HEARTS 925 sterling silver handcuff bangle skull keychain
By Chrome Hearts
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHROME HEARTS 925 sterling silver handcuff bangle skull keychain Reference: TGAS/D01160 Brand: Chrome Hearts Material: Silver Color: Silver Pattern: Solid Closure: Lock Extra De...
Yves Saint Laurent Silk Blouse 1976 Collection "Russian Collection" YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Red Ruffled YSL Silk Top Russian Collection 1976. Numbered 41163 Yves Saint Laurent Paris Double Ruffles on this amazing piece of YSL history! Large oversized bell cuff slee...
Vintage Ann Demeulemeester Black Wool Romper
By Ann Demeulemeester
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Ann Demeulemeester black sleeveless v-neck romper with buttons down center front, two front pockets and one back pocket, and adjustable straps at waist and at back. Excellen...
$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...
1970s John Kloss red dress with slash and high slit
By John Kloss
Located in Austin, TX
1970s John Kloss red long sleeve dress with slash and high slit condition: Very good 31" bust, 26" waist, 28" hips, 58.75" length sz S ( Mannequin is a US size 6 for reference )
Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top would be an exciting addition to any wardrobe, especially for someone who enjoys pieces that combine boldness, sophistication, and art...
Tom Ford for Gucci Python Snake Head Ad Runway Heels Sz 37.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For Gucci Heels Worn Once for a Runway show * Stunning in Gold Python * Tom Ford's "Farewell Collection" w/ Gucci * Size: 37.5 * Gold Bamboo Heel Green Snake Head Jewel * 4"...
Paco Rabanne Metal Disc Bag circa 1969
By Paco Rabanne
Located in New Hope, PA
French designer Paco Rabanne is best known for his revolutionary 1968 dresses made from metal discs and rings. This rare handbag soon followed, made from the same materials. The bag ...
$1,995Sale Price|24% Off
Size: FR38
New Yves Saint Laurent YSL F/W 2009 Runway Wool Lurex Dress Sz FR38 With Tags
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Fall Winter 2009 Brand New With Tags $2650 Butter Soft Runway Wool Lurex Dress FR38 Charcoal & Metallic Lurex Zips Up the Back Hook and Eye Neck Fully Lined...
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Amen Wardy, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip closure. The marked size is 34, and the d...
$985Sale Price|32% Off
H 6 in W 3.25 in
ANTIQUE CHINESE Vase Shape Embroidered Silk SCENT PURSE BAG 19th Century POUCH
Located in Rome, Rome
- Beautiful embroidered Chinese scent pouch. - From the late 19th century (Qing/Ch'ing Dinasty) - Crafted in pure silk - In the shape of a double gourd vase. - Intricated filigre...
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
Vicky Tiel Ruched Strapless Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous stretch silk net dress from Vicky Tiel Couture in a beautiful shade of green. It has a boned strapless corset style bodice wrapped flatteringly with ruching crisscrossing ...
Blumarine F/W 1999 Purple Fur Trim Cardigan
By Blumarine
Located in Paris, FR
Purple wool knit cardigan Blumarine featuring luxurious fur collar trim and intricate metallic embroidered floral motifs. The fitted silhouette showcases button-front closure with to...
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.
With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.
In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.
Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy
Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.
Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.