Alaïa Fall 2021 Leopard knit jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in CANNES, FR
Alaïa Autumn/Winter 2021-2022 Collection Leopard-print knit jumpsuit.
Alaïa Fall 2021 Leopard knit jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in CANNES, FR
Alaïa Autumn/Winter 2021-2022 Collection Leopard-print knit jumpsuit.
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 Alaia ever sent down the runway. His most coveted leopard and butterfly pieces from...
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 patches around the waist and the leg bottoms.
Azzedine Alaia Chenille Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia Chenille Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit FR 38 Excellent Condition!
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 double breasted jumpsuit with wide leg and cinched waist - Worn by Naomi Cambell in ...
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 Vintage London - Black trompe d'oeil jumpsuit
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 from the renowned designer's iconic 1991 collection. With its captivating butterfly ...
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 zipper at centre-back ▪ Size Medium ▪ Fall-Winter 1991
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 padded bra ▪ Brass buckles ▪ FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8 ▪ Spring-Summer 1991
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 viscose (73%), polyamide (20%), polyester (5%), and elastane (2%)—please note the conte...
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 XXS SMALL!
Versace Red & Black Cowhide & Leather Studded Repeat Shoulder Bag circa Y2K
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
To create a more glamorous evening ensemble, combine it with a Louis Vuitton monogram clutch or an Alaïa leather jumpsuit. The bag’s bold aesthetic complements both casual and formal...
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 jacquard knit jumpsuit, made in Italy.
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 Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia Chenille Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit FR 38 Excellent Condition!
New Azzedine Alaia Chenille Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
New with Tags Azzedine Alaia Chenille Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit FR 36
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 single breasted playsuit fitted waist - Heavily pinned/belted on model - Very goo...
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. Labeled a FR 38. Approximate measurements: shoulders 15.5", bust 33-34', waist 27", hips ...
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 side seam. Fall-Winter 1991
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-Spandex Made in Italy Bust: 28"- 40", Waist: 21" - 32", Hips: 30" - 44", Torso: 25"- 34...
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 bodysuit - Black leather straps fastened with hook and eye closures - Double layere...
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 sleeves and a narrow fit leg.
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1992 Vintage Bodycon Playsuit Catsuit Jumpsuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
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 spring and summer!! Never worn. In great condition. Approximately Size Small Mea...
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 fabric with Dolman sleeves, low scooped back, wide elasticized waistband. Sarong piec...
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 this best fits a size XS (waist 23"). Made in France. Very good condition.
Alaia Black Velour Zip Front Jumpsuit / Catsuit - S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toronto, ON
Alaia Black Velour Zip Front Jumpsuit / Catsuit.
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 stretchy fabric is flecked with rose-gold yarns that shimmer at each turn and accentu...
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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: Good- light wear- no holes or stains FABRIC: Rayon-Nylon-Spandex COUNTRY MADE: Ital...
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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: Good- light wear- no holes or stains FABRIC: Rayon-Nylon-Spandex COUNTRY MADE: Ital...
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, worn by top celebrities and supermodels.
Chanel Vintage S/S 1988 White Black Lace Camellia Bow Dress Gown
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This stunning vintage Chanel gown from the Spring/Summer 1988 collection is a timeless masterpiece that exudes elegance and sophistication. The dress features a striking contrast be...
Spectacular Alexander McQueen Runway Gown Black Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
As if conjured from midnight sea-spray, this Spring/Summer 2012 Alexander McQueen gown unfurls like a dark bloom caught in motion. The bodice - sculpted close to the torso -disappear...
$2,450
Size: IT 42 (US 6 / UK 10 / FR 38)
Gucci By Tom Ford Runway Bodycon Halterneck G Buckle Dress, Spring-Summer 1998
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Geneva, CH
When I sourced this Spring-Summer 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford runway dress, the owner told me how much she loved it. With a big smile, she added that it was now time to let someone else b...
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...
Vintage Suzy Perette Lace Dress, Circa 1950s, Ivory Peach, Mermaid Fit
By Suzy Perette
Located in Brooklyn, NY
vintage Suzy Perette bobbin lace dress with a cha cha hem. mermaid silhouette. collar is a high cowl neck in the front and low v in the back. dress falls to below knee length. back m...
Vintage 1960's Ivory Organza and cream rayon evening dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
A classic silhouette rendered in a cream rayon and ivory organza detailed collar, embellished with iridescent faceted glass beads, lace and clear glass bugle beads, this vintage 1960...
ROBERTO CAVALLI F/W 2006 Runway Bird & Floral Print Stretch Silk Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Roberto Cavalli Fall/Winter 2006 midi dress in lightweight stretch silk, featuring a black-and-gold leaf floral motif interwoven with pheasant accents. A plunging neckline is framed ...
$2,957
Size: Pants UK 8 / Jacket UK 8-10.
AW 2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Pinstriped Blazer Pant Trouser Suit
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Sublime Autumn / Winter 2001 Yves Saint Laurent Suit by Tom Ford. Featuring an impeccably tailored pinstriped blazer and complimenting mid-rise matching pant. The suit features a d...
AZZEDINE ALAÏA S/S 1990 Runway Bodycon "The Supermodel" Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
Brand: Alaïa Designer: Azzedine Alaïa Collection: Spring / Summer 1990 Material: Stretch Color: Black Size: L Made in Italy From Azzedine Alaïa’s Spring Summer 1990 collection, this...
GIANFRANCO FERRE 90's Vintage 3 Piece Skirt Suit Set Ensemble
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Gianfranco Ferre Vintage Early 1990's 3 pieces (skirt, blazer, & scarf) Size IT42 but fits like an IT40 Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: Skirt: ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996"The Hunger" White Silk Chiffon Halter Top NWT
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 1996 white silk semi-sheer crinkle chiffon halter top; New with tags. From Alexander McQueen's "The Hunger" collection. Beige and cream floral embroid...
$1,796Sale Price|20% Off
Size: IT42
S/S 1993 Dolce & Gabbana Metallic Ribbon Lace Patchwork Bustier Crop Top IT42
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible multipattern patchwork Dolce and Gabbana crop top. From the Spring/Summer 1993 collection, this top debuted on the season's runway as part of Look 35, modele...
Purple rayon jersey backless draped evening dress with shawl Versace
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple rayon jersey backless draped evening dress with shawl. Wrap in the front. Body-suit inside in skin-tone tulle .Invisible zip on the right side. Boned. Padded bra. Size of the ...
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: ...
Christian Dior Vintage 1960s For Saks White Leopard Print 60s Dress Jacket Set
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Approximately Size US 6 Model in the video is a true US 6, and 5’8 feet tall Measurements Dress: Bust: 34 inches Waist: 28 inches Hips: 38 inches Length (top back shoulder seam to h...
Alaia Leopard Print Knit Pencil Skirt, Fall-Winter 1991-1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
Timeless and endlessly versatile is the leopard print. Even more when this leopard print is iconic ! From one of the most recognizable and famous Alaïa collection, this Fall-Winter 1...
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.
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