Alaïa Paris Zebra Pony Hair and Suede Bow Pumps - Size 38 IT
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
A striking Alaïa pump that blends graphic texture with refined craftsmanship. Crafted in black
Alaïa Paris Zebra Pony Hair and Suede Bow Pumps - Size 38 IT
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
A striking Alaïa pump that blends graphic texture with refined craftsmanship. Crafted in black
2000s ALAIA black suede pumps
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
2000s ALAIA black suede pumps shoes vintage, in very good condition heels height: 11 cm size: 38
Alaia, Patent leather pumps in black
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Alaia, Patent leather pumps in black. The item is new - unworn and comes with box and dustbag
Azzedine Alaia, Black lace up peep-toe pumps
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Azzedine Alaia, Black lace up peep-toe pumps. This item has been tried on once inside and is in new
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
$120Sale Price|25% Off
ALAIA black suede leather almond toe high heel court pumps EU35.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black suede leather almond toe high heel court pumps EU35.5 Reference: LAYU/A00105 Brand
Alaïa Classic Black Leather Peep Toe Heel Pumps size EU 38 Platform Stiletto
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Elevate your evening look with these iconic Alaïa Black Leather Peep Toe Platform Pumps Size: EU
Alaia Black Suede Scallop Trim Open Toe Pumps Size 39.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
make these Alaia pumps a fabulous choice. They'll help you deliver a chic look with ease.
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ALAIA snakeskin pumps
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
rounded toe, stacked heel, snake skin
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
Alaia Black Leather Metal Detail D'Orsay 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
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Size: 35.5
Alaia Shoes Snakeskin Pointed Toe Pumps w Black Trim w Original Box & Dust Bags
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Portland, OR
These Alaïa snakeskin pumps are in a beautiful cream color with brown suede leather heels and trim
ALAIA Black Suede Pumps
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Alaia Black Suede Pumps Made In Italy Materials: Suede Marked Size 39.5 Measurements
ALAIA natural scaled ribbon bow ankle strap pumps heels EU35.5 US5.5 UK2.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA natural scaled ribbon bow ankle strap pumps heels EU35.5 US5.5 UK2.5 Reference: TGAS/A00895
ALAIA natural scaled ribbon bow ankle strap pumps heels EU35.5 US5.5 UK2.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA natural scaled ribbon bow ankle strap pumps heels EU35.5 US5.5 UK2.5 Reference: TGAS/A00895
ALAÏA Size 6 Pink Zebra Tiger Pony Hair Square Toe Bow Pumps
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ultra chic pony hair pumps by ALAIA. This fun and sexy style come in a fabulous chocolate brown and
new ALAIA nude suede leather perspex chunky heel peep toe pumps heels EU37.5
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ALAIA nude suede leather perspex chunky heel peep toe pumps heels EU37.5 AZZEDINE ALAIANude
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
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
AZZEDINE ALAIA Black VELVET Ankle Strap PUMPS Heels HEELS Sz 39 w/ BOX
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rome, Rome
Brand: AZZEDINE ALAIA - Made in Italy Condition (please read our condition chart below): MINT
ALAIA Size 8 Burgundy Silk Satin Peep Toe D'orsay Wedge Pumps
Located in San Francisco, CA
ALAIA d'orsay pumps come in rich burgundy silk satin with a peep toe, and curved, pointed back
Alaia Black Suede Scallop Trim Open Toe Pumps Size 39.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
make these Alaia pumps a fabulous choice. Theyll help you deliver a chic look with ease.
Alaia Beige Suede Laser Cut Pumps Size 36.5
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The delicate design of these Alaia pumps will surely add oodles of style to your ensemble. Crafted
Alaia Brown Suede Cross Ankle Strap Platform Pumps Size 37.5
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Team your chic outfits with this pair of dressy Alaia pumps. In a shade of brown, this pair
2000s Black canvas and beige raffia Alaïa Vintage pumps
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Black canvas and beige raffia Alaïa pumps. Peep-toe design with ankle strap, high heel and platform
Alaia Platform Pumps
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Alaia size 7 tan leather Platform Pumps.
Alaia Black Suede Eyelet Pump
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Azzedine Alaia classic black suede eyelet pump. Underneath the eyelet lies a bedding of black
Azzedine Alaia Black Perforated Suede Pumps
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From the magical Azzedine Alaia - Black suede peekaboo pumps with 3.5 inch talon heel. Underlaid at
Alaia Cherry Red Suede Pumps size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia Cherry Red Cotton Suede Stiletto Pumps - These 2000's Alaia Cherry Red stiletto pumps are an
Alaia Black Almond Toe Pumps with Metal Grommets
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Alaia almond-toe black suede pumps with metal grommets and 4" heel.
Alaia Forest Green and Black Zebra Hair Pumps
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
. Alaia makes the most beautiful things and these shoes are no exception.
Alaia Black Heeled Pumps with Silver Stud Detail
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Black leather curved 5" heel pumps with silver square toe detail.
Alaia Brown Patent Leather Wedge Pumps Size 38.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Exhibit an elegant style with this pair of pumps. These elegant shoes are crafted from quality
Alaia Black/Beige Suede Pointed Toe Pumps Size 39
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
Alaia Bordeaux Suede Lace Up Open Toe Pumps Size 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted from well-cut suede, this pair of pumps will make you look like a diva. Fitting for a
Alaia Gold Floral Embroidery Scallop Trim Open Toe Pumps Size 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Bold and beautiful, these black pumps from Alaia are sure to set hearts racing! They have been
Alaia Brown Suede Lace Up Cut Out Peep Toe Pumps Size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Your edgy style and wardrobe get a new addition with these fabulous pumps from Alaia. The brown
Alaia Black/White Suede And Zebra Print Calf Hair Bow Pumps Size 36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
of pumps from the house of Alaia are extremely versatile with round toes bow detailed vamps and high
Alaia Black/White Suede And Zebra Print Calf Hair Bow Pumps Size 36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
of pumps from the house of Alaia are extremely versatile with round toes, bow-detailed vamps, and
Alaia NEW & SOLD OUT Black Gray Satin Patent Colorblock Pumps Heels in Box
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Chicago, IL
" Includes original Alaia box
Alaia Heels - US 5.5 - 35.5 - Black Ankle Strap Pumps Pointed Shoes 5 6 35 36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Alaia - Ankle Strap Heels Size: US 5.5 - 35.5 Color: Black Material: Leather
Azzedine Alaia Black Suede Peep Toe Platform Pumps With Feather Trim, Fall 2010
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Azzedine Alaïa, Fall 2010 black suede peep-toe platform pumps with cutouts throughout, covered
Celine Wrap Bodycon Dress
By Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red jersey dress from Celine. It has a wide V neckline, 3/4 length sleeves and a wrapped ruched bodice. The dress is semi fitted through to the hips then falls straight ...
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...
VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Vintage Floral Beaded Black Silk Gown Ruffle Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino Boutique Vintage 100% silk Jet black silk with beautiful beads, sequins, and threading to create a romantic floral cascading pattern Double v-neck front and back with delic...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
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...
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
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...
$631Sale Price|30% Off
Moschino Vintage Iconic Wool Tartan Plaid Jacket
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage iconic wool tartan plaid double-breasted jacket. This jacket features : - Lapel collar. - Black velvet on collar and cuffs. - Gold toned buttons. - Fully lined. - ...
$995Sale Price|58% Off
Size: 36.5
Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Skakeskin Pump Heels Sz 36.5 $2425
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Worn One Time Minor Markings to Soles Only Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, $2425 * Python Heels * Size: 36.5 * Purple & Orange Snakeskin Python * Adjustable A...
$2,379
Size: Equivalent French Size 36-38
A French Carven Couture Chiffon Evening Dress numbered 11150 Circa 1960/1970
By Carven
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1960/1970 France Haute Couture evening dress from Carven House Designer in blue silk muslin from the 60s/70s. Bustier with thin straps and large low-cut neckline embroidered wi...
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Escada Margaretha Ley, Amen Wardy
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...
Yves Saint Laurent Navy Blue 8.5 Rhinestone Vintage Heels Shoes Avant Garde
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL navy blue heels! Avant Garde detailing, with 'wings' at each outer side. Triangle rhinestone detail that accents the 'wings.' Architectural s...
Louis Feraud Royal Blue Cashmere Fox Fur cape
By Louis Feraud
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive fur items, view our frontstore This cape with sleeves has 2 pockets, 3 closing buttons and a attached scarf with dyed soft fox fur. Its made of a blend wool ...
1970s Vintage Tropical Print Sheer Sleeves Chiffon Maxi Dress with Full Sweep
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous 1970s tropical print maxi dress with a full sweep and sheer sleeves. Partially lined with rear zip closure and button closure at wrists. Fits like a modern size small. The b...
1970s Black Jersey Gown with Marabou
Located in Alford, MA
A dramatic look in this 1970s gown of polyester matte jersey featuring a strapless, shirred bodice with long scarf ties attached at center; these can be worn in several ways over the...
$775Sale Price|22% Off
Size: XS - Small Medium
Rare 1990s Coltrane Conui Couture Pink + Raspberry ' Petal ' Silk Bodycon Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Ultra rare 90s vintage COLTRANE CONUI pink and raspberry silk + satin bodcon 'petal' dress! Coltrane Conui is a highly sought after label that only produced for a couple years. The b...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
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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