Alaia Leopard Calf Skin Platform Ankle Boots
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Stunning Alaia platform ankle boots. Bought for €1395, worn once for an indoor magazine shoot and
Alaia Leopard Calf Skin Platform Ankle Boots
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Stunning Alaia platform ankle boots. Bought for €1395, worn once for an indoor magazine shoot and
Alaia Black Suede Thigh High Platform Boots
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to offer a pair of Alaia black suede thigh-high platform boots
ALAIA forest green suede almond toe platform pumps EU37.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA forest green suede almond toe platform pumps EU37.5 Reference: MELK/A00351 Brand: Alaia
ALAIA nude leather double ankle strap dorsay platform pumps EU37.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA nude leather double ankle strap dorsay platform pumps EU37.5 Reference: MELK/A00326 Brand
Alaia Paris Leather and Wood Platform Wedge Sandals, Size 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
- Brown leather - Open Toe - Wood platform - Slingback - Made in Italy - Brand new, never worn
$102Sale Price|40% Off
ALAIA black green suede leather lace up platform ankle bootie EU37
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black green suede leather lace up platform ankle bootie EU37 Reference: TGAS/A03116 Brand
Alaïa Suede Embroidery 2X Platform Hiker Boots Black EU 38.5 Celeb Style
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Alaïa Suede Embroidery 2X Platform Hiker Boots in black size EU 38.5 Elevate your footwear game
$449Sale Price|24% Off
Size: 37.5
UNWORN Alaia Black Suede Platform Lace Up Boots Booties High Heels 37.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Switzerland, CH
An AZZEDINE ALAIA classic signature piece that will last you for years This gorgeous pair of
$82Sale Price|25% Off
ALAIA black green suede leather crossover platform high heel ankle bootie EU36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black green suede leather crossover platform high heel ankle bootie EU36 Reference: CC
ALAIA black leather 2020 LASER CUT ESPADRILLE WEDGE PLATFORM Sandals Shoes 37
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Alaïa laser cut leather platform espadrille wedges exude effortless
Alaïa Black Velvet Lace Up Platform Hiker Ankle Booties EU 38 Seen on Beyonce
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Alaïa Black Velvet Lace Up Platform Hiker Ankle Booties EU 38 Seen on Beyonce Size: EU 38
Alaïa Black Leather Oxford Stiletto Ankle Boots Platform EU 38.5 US 8 Posh Spice
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Seen on Victoria Beckham Alaïa Black Leather Oxford Stiletto Ankle Boots Platform size EU 38.5 US
Alaïa Pony hair Oxford Stiletto Bootie EU 38 US 8 Leather Leopard print Platform
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Alaïa Pony-hair Leopard print Oxford Platform Stiletto Booties Size: EU 38 (approx US 8) These
NEW AZZEDINE ALAIA DEEP BURGUNDY SATIN PLATFORM SANDALS SHOES It. 39.5 - US 9.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Montgomery, TX
New AZZEDINE ALAIA Satin Shoes Sandals Color: Deep Burgundy Italian size 39.5 or US 9.5 Burgundy
Seen on Beyonce Alaïa Grey Suede Hiker Ankle Boots size EU 38 US 8 Platform
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Alaïa Suede Platform Hiker Boots Seen on Beyonce Size: EU 38 approx. US 8 Elevate your luxury
1990S AZZEDINE ALAIA Emerald Green Suede Platform Boots
Located in New York, NY
1990S AZZEDINE ALAIA Emerald Green Suede Platform Boots
Alaia Spotted Calf Hair Lace-Up Platform Heels Brown / White 37 US 7
Located in Sanford, FL
Alaia - Excellent - Spotted Calf Hair Lace-Up Platform Heels - Brown, White - 37- US 7 - Shoes
Unavailable
Alaïa Black Leather Platform Booties
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Alaia Black leather Alaia round-toe platform booties with tonal stitching, elastic gore panels at
Alaia Black Leather Platform Mary Jane Pumps Size 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Make a chic style statement with these designer pumps. They showcase sturdy heels and durable soles perfect for your fashionable outings
Alaia Brown and Black Suede Wedge Platform Ankle Strap Sandals Size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they flaunt a classy display, comfortable insoles & durable heels.
New Azzedine Alaia Suede Studded Platform Wedge Shoes
Located in San Francisco, CA
Description: Fabulous, chic, iconic, watermelon and cranberry suede platform wedges with graphite
Unavailable
Size: 39 Italian / U.S. 9
Pair of Alaïa Black Laser Cut Lattice Strap Suede Leather Stiletto Heel Sandals
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Houston, TX
with sky high stiletto heel platform sandals. Make: Azzedine Alaia Size: 39 EU; 2" platform; 6
ALAIA metallic bronze leather PLATFORM Sandals Shoes 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa platform open-toe sandals in metallic light bronze leather. Buckle on the side
ALAIA purple suede PLATFORM Sandals Shoes 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaia platform sandals in grape suede. Open with zipper in the back. Have been worn
Azzedine Alaïa Brown Leather Wedge Platform Sandals
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful wedge platform sandals from the Alaïa Runway collection. Pre-owned but new, they feature
Alaïa Women's Black Satin Platform Wedge Sandals
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
left shoe with discolouration on this used Alaïa designer resale item. Details Black Satin
ALAIA black suede Platform Ankle Boots Shoes 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa low ankle boots in black suede. Open with a zipper on the inside. Brand new
Alaïa Women's Black & Grey Contrast Platform Ankle Boots
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
outsole on this used Alaïa designer resale item. Details Black and grey Suede Ankle boots High platform
Alaïa Green Patent Leather Platform Heels Size IT 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
, with a small mark. There is a small indent to the right side heel on this used Alaïa designer resale
Alaïa Black Leather Ruffle Platform Boots Size IT 39.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
heel and right side heel edge on this used Alaïa designer resale item. Details Black
ALAIA Snow Leopard Pony Hair Platform Hiking Boots 38 NEW
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
These ALAIA Snow Leopard Ponyhair Platform Hiking Boots are extremely desirable, and they are loved
ALAIA brown leopard calf hair lug sole platform booties EU37
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA brown leopard calf hair lug sole platform booties EU37 Reference: ECLO/A00083 Brand: Alaia
ALAIA Snow Leopard Pony Hair Platform Hiking Boots - sz 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
These ALAIA Snow Leopard Ponyhair Platform Hiking Boots are extremely desirable, and they are loved
Alaïa Black Leather Wood Studded Platform Sandals Size IT 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
number of negligible scuffs seen on this used Alaïa designer resale item. Details Black Leather Platform
Alaïa Beige Suede Peep Toe Platform Heels Size IT 36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to shoes is evident. Minimal wear to the heels and platforms
Alaïa Metallic Leather Laser-Cut Platform Heels Size IT 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
marks are also found through the midsoles and heels. Mild scuffing on the outsoles of this used Alaïa
ALAIA black green suede leather lace up platform ankle bootie EU37
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black green suede leather lace up platform ankle bootie EU37 Reference: TGAS/A03116 Brand
ALAIA black suede wrap strap sky high block platform heels EU38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black suede wrap strap sky high block platform heels EU38 Reference: ECLO/A00125 Brand: Alaia
Alaïa Brown Pony Hair Animal Print Platform Boots Size IT 36.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
abrasions to the leather on this used Alaïa designer resale item. Details Brown Pony hair Ankle boots
Alaïa Black Suede Eyelet Scallop Edge Platform Boots Size IT 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Never worn. No visible wear to boots is evident on this new Alaïa designer resale item
Alaïa Black Suede Cut Out Platform Laced Heels Size IT 36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
and toes of both boots with abrasions to the suede on this used Alaïa designer resale item. Details
Alaïa Pink Suede Laser Cut Circle Platform Heels Size IT 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Circle cut-out pattern Back zip fastening Platform Made in Italy Composition EXTERIOR: Suede INTERIOR
ALAIA black squiggle cut out raffia fringe platform high heel sandals EU38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black squiggle cut out raffia fringe platform high heel sandals EU38 Brand: Alaia Designer
ALAIA black squiggle cut out raffia fringe platform high heel sandals EU38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black squiggle cut out raffia fringe platform high heel sandals EU38 Reference: KEDG/A00215
ALAIA black squiggle cut out raffia fringe platform high heel sandals EU38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black squiggle cut out raffia fringe platform high heel sandals EU38 Reference: KEDG/A00215
ALAIA black leather angular cut out front almond toe platform ankle boot EU37.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black leather angular cut out front almond toe platform ankle boot EU37.5 Reference: TGAS
ALAIA black leather angular cut out front almond toe platform ankle boot EU37.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black leather angular cut out front almond toe platform ankle boot EU37.5 Reference: TGAS
ALAIA black green suede leather cross strap platform high heel ankle bootie EU36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black green suede leather cross strap platform high heel ankle bootie EU36 Reference: CC
ALAIA black green suede leather cross strap platform high heel ankle bootie EU36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black green suede leather cross strap platform high heel ankle bootie EU36 Brand: Alaia
new ALAIA red leopard calf leather trucker sole platform ankle bootie EU37.5
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ALAIA red leopard calf leather trucker sole platform ankle bootie EU37.5 AZZEDINE ALAIA Red
ALAIA black white spot print laced concealed platform bootie heels EU37 US7 UK4
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black white spot print laced concealed platform bootie heels EU37 US7 UK4 AZZEDINE ALAIA
Alaia green suede platform heels, c. 1980s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
A pair of emerald green Alaia platform heels, c. 1980s. EU 38
ALAIA Size 8.5 Black Leather Platform Boots
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous black leather platform bootie by ALAIA. A slip on style with ultra high heel and platform
Azzedine Alaia Patterned Platform Sandals Size 37.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Port Hope, ON
These platform sandals are made of coated canvas with suede trim, and the print is a delicate
Alaia Black Suede Lace Up Platform Bootie - 40.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Alaia Black Suede Lace Up Platform Bootie - 40.5 - $ Retail. These boots are in impeccable
Azzedine Alaia Snakeskin Platform Pumps 39 1/2
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Oakland, CA
Stunning Azzedine Alaia snakeskin heels. Slightly iridescent. Shades of pale gray, beige and
ALAIA Size 8 Black Suede Ankle Strap Platform Booties
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fierce and fabulous high heeled booties by ALAIA. This unique style comes in a luscious black suede
Alaia Woven Raffia Leather Peeptoe Slingback Platform High Heels
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Switzerland, CH
An AZZEDINE ALAIA classic signature piece that will last you for years This gorgeous pair
Alaia Black Suede Cutout Platform Heels with Small Gold Studs - 40.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Alaia Black Suede Cutout Platform Heels w/ Small Gold Studs - 40.5. These striking heels are in
UNWORN Alaia Black Suede Ruffle Platform Ankle Sandals High Heels 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Switzerland, CH
An AZZEDINE ALAIA classic signature piece that will last you for years This gorgeous pair of heels
AZZEDINE ALAIA Black Leather PLATFORM HEELS Shoes PUMPS Ankle Strap Sz 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rome, Rome
Brand: AZZEDINE ALAIA Paris - Made in Italy Condition: (please read our condition chart below
new ALAIA black suede patent heel almond toe platform tall boot shoe EU37 US7
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ALAIA black suede patent heel almond toe platform tall boot shoe EU37 US7 AZZEDINE ALAIA Black
Alaia Platform Black Polished Leather Boots
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia platform black polished leather boots with decorative stitching and elastic inserts
Alaia Platform Pumps
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Alaia size 7 tan leather Platform Pumps.
Azzedine Alaia platform wedges evening sandals shoes
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Azzedine Alaia New platform wedges evening sandals. Black Silk satin over leather . natural
ALAIA Platform Sandals Wedge Nude Black Lace Leather Silver HW 39.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hollywood, FL
GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC GORGEOUS ALAIA PARIS LACE OVERLAY PLATFORM WEDGES Details: - Nude leather
NEW AZZEDINE ALAIA SATIN MAROON PLATFORM SHOES SANDALS It. 39.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Montgomery, TX
Brand New ALAIA Platform Sandals Color: Deep Burgundy Italian size 39.5 or US 9.5
Alaia Lace Up Platform Ankle Boot
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Alaia Lace Up Platform Ankle Boot with Thick Rubber Soles and High Heel.
Alaia Brown Leather Platform Sandals Size 39.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Embrace a chic style with this pair of sandals from the house of Alaia. Presented in a lush brown
Alaia Brown Leather Platform Sandals Size 39.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Embrace a chic style with this pair of sandals from the house of Alaia. Presented in a lush brown
Alaia Black Suede Studded Platform Wedge Sandals
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fabulous, chic, iconic, black suede platform wedges with silver-tone studs and eyelet accents
ALAIA Brown & Black Suede Open Lattice Platform Boots
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These stunning Alaia boots will be your go-to boots this fall. * They're made of brown suede
Alaïa beige open toe sandals with wooden platform
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toronto, CA
Step into elegance with these Alaïa Beige Leather Open Toe Sandals, designed to provide a perfect
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...
$1,156Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 9.5
New Gucci Limited Edition Collection Runway Gold Jeweled Heels Sz 9.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Lt. Edition Gucci Heels Brand New * Stunning in Gold Leather * Flower & Butterfly Jeweled Toe * Lady Bug Dangle Jewel * Size: 9.5 * Adjustable Ankle Strap * Leather Insole * 4.5" He...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible 2 piece silk skirt and top set in a pink and yellow flower print from John Galliano for Christian Dior. The top has adjustable functional pink lacing at the center fron...
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 ...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
Christian Dior set circa 1999
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (made in France) Purple set composed of a lingerie-style mesh top and a taffeta skirt with a train. Size 38FR indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. A Collection circa 1999 under the...
White backless evening jersey dress with rhinestone embellishment LORIS AZZARO
By Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White backless evening slip dress with rhinestone embellishment. SIZE S
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
Christian Dior by Galliano Gun Metal Grey Silver pointed Crocodile Kitten Heels
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous 2000’s Christian Dior by John Galliano Kitten Heels featuring riveted Dior Buckles, crocodile texture leather and 3” Kitten Heels. Size; UK 4.5 / EU 36.5 Heel Height; 2.5” i...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Cocktail dr...
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Ivory Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Dress Gown Versace sleeveless gown featuring plunging neckline, beaded embellishments throughout, slit at high-low hem and concealed zip clo...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Sty...
Jean Paul Gaultier Fur Trim Crop Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black fur trimmed jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is cropped with a soft, fur trimmed collar in shades of grey and full raglan sleeves with matching wide fur cuffs. ...
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.
Whether they’re Hermès sandals, black Jimmy Choo boots, ivory-leather-and-pink-daisy heels by sublime shoemaker Manolo Blahnik or Christian Louboutin platform pumps, you can find your next pair of legendary luxury vintage and designer shoes today on 1stDibs.
Shoes offered by the likes of Versace, Chanel, Charles Jourdan or Prada are integral to completing your carefully orchestrated street-style or evening ensemble these days, but footwear wasn’t always the big deal it is for your average Adidas enthusiast.
The decorative floor-length gowns that upper-class women of the 18th century wore meant that their shoes, then likely featuring high curved heels finished with woven or embroidered silks — a sharp contrast to the heavy, rudimentary form of the era’s footwear for men — were partially or entirely obscured by the base of their ornate dresses. What good is fashion if it’s tucked away?
Our modern age’s legions of sneakerheads might have trouble tracking down a pair of black-and-gold vintage Jordans but can at least fill their dream closets with original Adidas Gazelles or 1980s New Balances if they put the time in, while 1990s-era Prada pumps or a good pair of mid-20th-century jewel-tone heels in satin or silk haven’t lost their allure with today’s nostalgic fashionistas.
A pair of shoes can commemorate an achievement, mark an important trip overseas and is sometimes a rich manifestation of a hard-won physical feat. On 1stDibs, find Chanel flats or two-tone heels, Christian Dior pumps, vintage Margiela Tabi boots and many more designer shoes today.