Fall 1991 Alaia Black Knit Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Alaia black knit 1991 Fall one piece cat-suit from perhaps the most celebrated collection Azzedine
Fall 1991 Alaia Black Knit Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Alaia black knit 1991 Fall one piece cat-suit from perhaps the most celebrated collection Azzedine
Alaïa Short Coral-color Mesh Jumpsuit, 1993
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Alaïa - (Made in Italy) Coral-color mesh short jumpsuit with off-white, blue, and green mesh
Azzedine Alaia Chenille Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia Chenille Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit FR 38 Excellent Condition! As seen on
Alaïa Black Jumpsuit with Cinched Waist A/W 1988
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
- Autumn / Winter 1988 Runway collection by Azzedine Alaïa - Sold by Mae Vintage - Rare black
Alaïa 2020 Re Issue of A/W 1988 Trompe D'oeil Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
- Pre Fall 2020 Re issue of Autumn / Winter 1988 Runway collection by Azzedine Alaïa - Sold by Mae
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Alaia 1991 Butterfly Mini Body
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Alaia 1991 Butterfly Mini Body This exquisite Alaia mini bodysuit is a true vintage gem, hailing
HERMES black white brown 2022 LEOPARD JACQUARD KNIT Jumpsuit S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Alaïa catsuit in black, cream, and brown lightweight leopard jacquard knit
Azzedine Alaia black wool blend catsuit, fw 1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia black wool blend catsuit ▪ Skin tight ▪ High v-neck ▪ Long sleeves ▪ Concealed
Azzedine Alaia indigo blue denim playsuit, ss 1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia indigo blue denim playsuit ▪ 100% Cotton ▪ High waisted mini shorts ▪ Built-in
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
1990S AZZEDINE ALAIA Black Cotton Denim Iconic Bra-Top & Shorts Romper XXS SMAL
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
In near deadstock condition 1990S AZZEDINE ALAIA Black Cotton Denim Iconic Bra-Top & Shorts Romper
$1,200
H 11 in W 5 in L 17.5 in
Versace Red & Black Cowhide & Leather Studded Repeat Shoulder Bag circa Y2K
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
clutch or an Alaïa leather jumpsuit. The bag’s bold aesthetic complements both casual and formal outfits
Alaïa FW1991 Leopard Knit Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in PARIS, FR
The rarest of the rare: runway look no. 72 from Alaïa's FW1991 collection, an iconic leopard
Rare Azzedine Alaia Blk Zip Front Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
* It closes with a zipper up the front.
* I'm told by my client that the fabric has a prayer written on it but I'm not sure what it says.
Measurements:
S...
Azzedine Alaia Chenille Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia Chenille Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit FR 38 Excellent Condition! As seen on
New Azzedine Alaia Chenille Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
New with Tags Azzedine Alaia Chenille Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit FR 36
Alaia Mini Shorts Romper 1990s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Azzedine Alaia black knit mini shorts romper. This piece features graphic seaming lines and
Alaïa Black Playsuit S/S 1989
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
- Spring / Summer 1989 Runway collection by Azzedine Alaïa - Sold by Mae Vintage London - Black
Azzedine Alaia Black And White Abstract Print Chenille Catsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chenille catsuit jumpsuit featuring an abstract print, high neck, and center back zipper. Alaia
1989 AZZEDINE ALAIA black one piece romper suit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black romper suit designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1989 as seen on the runway
Azzedine Alaia green chenille bodysuit and leggings ensemble, fw 1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia moss green chenille bodysuit and leggings ensemble. Ladder cut outs around bust and
1990's Azzedine Alaia Black Knit Off Shoulder Stretch Catsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Austin, TX
1990's Azzedine Alaia Black Knit Off Shoulder Stretch Catsuit Condition: Excellent Rayon-Nylon
1990S ALAIA Off White Viscose & Cotton Stretch Bodysuit Ensemble
Located in New York, NY
Made in Italy 1990S ALAIA Off White Viscose & Cotton Stretch Bodysuit Ensemble
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
ALAIA
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red & cream beige jumpsuit in Alaia iconic gingham print. Red patine belt at waist line with wide
Azzedine Alaia Knit Cat Suit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Azzedine Alaïa, jersey knit, scoop neck, catsuit having a center front and back seam detail, long
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1992 Vintage Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1992 Vintage Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit Size S
Azzedine Alaia charcoal wool double breasted jumpsuit, A/W 1987
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia charcoal wool double breasted jumpsuit in the style of a suit Autumn-Winter 1987
Brand New Vintage Azzedine Alaia Pale Blue Romper Playsuit Jumpsuit Onesie
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Adorable vintage Alaia romper/Playsuit in pale blue. Such a chic little number that is perfect for
Alaia Blue Bodysuit and Leggings Ensemble
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Azzedine Alaia blue rayon knit bodysuit and leggings ensemble. Ties at neckline, cuffs and
Alaia Taupe Jersey Romper and Detachable Sarong, 1980s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Alaia slinky taupe jersey romper and detachable sarong 2-piece set: An iconic Alaia knit
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA khaki safari style one piece
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Khaki safari style one piece from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. No size is indicated however
Alaia Black Velour Zip Front Jumpsuit / Catsuit - S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toronto, ON
Alaia Black Velour Zip Front Jumpsuit / Catsuit. From the Fall 2012 collection, and as seen on
Azzedine Alaïa Metallic Jacquard Knit Cardigan
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This cardigan by Azzedine Alaïa is made from jacquard-knit in an intricate crochet pattern - the
Sold
Size: XS with a lot of stretch!
1990's Azzedine Alaia Black Knit Bodycon Off Shoulder Catsuit Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1990's Azzedine Alaia Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
Sold
Size: XS with a lot of stretch!
1990's Azzedine Alaia Black Knit Bodycon Off Shoulder Catsuit Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1990's Azzedine Alaia Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
Vintage Alaia Leopard Long Sleeve Jumpsuit - Size XS
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Newport, RI
Incredibly rare and coveted 1990s vintage Alaia jumpsuit. From one of his most famous collections
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent ' Rive Gauche ' Black Skirt Suit Size 44 YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' black skirt suit! Flattering neckline on jacket, with two dome gold buttons at waist, and at cuffs. Also features interior waist bu...
$2,500
Size: please refer to measurements
DAVID FIELDEN 2017 Runway Sample Ivory Lace Bridal Gown Maxi Ethereal Dress
By DAVID FIELDEN
Located in Leonardo, NJ
David Fielden Sposa Sample dress — the design made it to the runway, but the dress you're buying is an actual sample No size or comp tag please see measurements below Ivory Lace Exce...
$3,270Sale Price|20% Off
Platform heels 1993 Vivienne Westwood gingham
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
platform heels 1993 Vivienne Westwood. Vivienne Westwood, the renowned British fashion designer, is credited with popularizing elevated heels in the early 1990s. These heels were ch...
1970s Halston Couture Black Silk Chiffon Beaded Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Dress
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional vintage 70s HALSTON Couture black silk chiffon beaded dress and sash belt or head scarf! Features a separate black silk chiffon slip with three layers of chiffon and nude...
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...
Yves Saint Laurent New Suede Gauntlet Gloves
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful never worn 80’s YSL fuchsia gloves trimmed in matching leather diagonal stitching. Both gloves was linked by the original sealing thread. "Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche" g...
Tom Ford for Gucci SS 2004 Brown Silk Dress
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich brown fine stretch silk dress from Tom Ford for Gucci. The dress portion is strapless then it is sheer to the stand up collar at the neck and to the elbows of the dra...
$580Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small - Medium
Gianfranco Ferre Black Jersey + Pleather Sexy Vintage 1990s Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage Gianfranco Ferre black jersey dress, with pleather details at bust and shoulder straps! Body hugging fit, that is very forgiving, yet extremely flattering! A definite he...
Edwardian Ivory Light Weight Silk Haute Couture Blouse With Mother-Of-Pearl But
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Ivory Light Weight Silk Haute Couture Blouse With Mother-Of-Pearl Buttons From Paris
$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 ...
Thierry Mugler Red Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Capri, IT
Thierry Mugler Red Jacket silver tone zip and closure asymmetric style total lenght 74 cm shoulder to hem 37 cm
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE micro bead embellished plunge neck evening gown
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE Prototype gold micro bead sequin embellished plunge neck evening gown Reference: TGAS/F00716 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Ma...
$3,787
Size: UK 10 - IT 42 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit, ss 1994
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit with matching fabric belt Spring-Summer 1994
Giorgio Armani Fully Beaded Embroidered Champagne Black Evening Blazer Top
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Montgomery, TX
Very Rare Giorgio Armani Runway Fully Beaded Evening Jacket Italian size 44 - US 6/8 Champagne and Black Beads Fully Lined in Silk, Bell Sleeves, Hook and Eye Closure. Measurements: ...
Gorgeous 1950s 50s Couture Pink Vintage Mermaid Dress w/ Chantilly Lace + Sequin
Located in San Diego, CA
What a dress!!! This gorgeous 1950s mermaid dress could have easily been on any of the 50s starlets! Pink Chantilly lace, intermixed with sequins throughout. Fitted throughout the bo...
Vivienne Westwood red wool and gold 'PAGAN KISS' beret, ss 1988
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Rare Vivienne Westwood red wool beret with gold leaf 'PAGAN KISS' and signature Orb logo. Made for the 'Choice' tour with Sara Stockbridge in 1988. Pagan I, Spring-Summer 1988
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.
Clothes are part of an individual’s identity. Personal style is a creative form of self-expression that can make a person feel comfortable and confident. From bell-bottoms and oversize tie-dye dresses to denim jackets and leather pants, the fashion world has changed greatly over the years. Still, many looks never go out of style, and certain vintage and designer suits, outfits and ensembles can prove just as timeless.
Think of heavy, warm sweaters: They immediately evoke a specific sensation of cold, winter mornings, hands cupped around a steaming mug of coffee or tea as fog rolls idly across the Irish moors. The design of Aran wool sweaters dates back generations, yet they remain in vogue today.
Then there are iconic fabrics, such as gingham. Originating in Asia, this fabric is known for its overlapping stripes. It was first imported to Europe in the 17th century and then was woven in 18th-century England — Manchester, specifically — where it was given the checked pattern with which it is associated today. It’s an enduringly popular choice for all types of ensembles, from vintage swimwear and rompers to three-piece suits.
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