Alaia Red Knitted Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This red knitted mini dress is from the renowned 1991 collection and completely emblematic of
Alaia Red Knitted Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This red knitted mini dress is from the renowned 1991 collection and completely emblematic of
Red jacquard sleeveless dress ALAIA
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red jacquard sleeveless dress. Fabric composition: 80% rayon, 12% polyester, 6% nylon, 2% elastane
ALAIA Vintage red dress integrated body
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in CACHAN, FR
Very beautiful red Alaia dress with its integrated short bodysuit for a perfect cut suitable for
Alaïa Red Jacquard Knit Dress – Spring/Summer 2017 IT 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
A refined and collectible Alaïa dress from the Spring/Summer 2017 collection, crafted in Italy
Alaia Red Jersey Goddess Mini Dress 2004
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer an original vintage Azzedine Alaia red jersey goddess mini
Red and white jacquard knit dress Alaïa Paris
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red and white jacquard knit dress with opening ( see-through) Zip on the side. Fabric composition
Alaia Dress size 42
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Viscose (80%), polyester, nylon and elasthane Red color Sleeveless Maximum length cm 98 (38,5
Azzedine Alaia "Mon Coeur est A Papa" Red Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Azzedine Alaia "Mon Coeur est à Papa" Dress, design inspired by the close relationship between
Black and red jersey jacquard cocktail dress ALAIA
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and red jersey jacquard cocktail dress. The fabric composition tag has been cut but it's
1980S AZZEDINE ALAIA Claret Red Sheer Rayon Blend Knit Long Sleeved Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
AZZEDINE ALAIA Claret Red Sheer Rayon Blend Knit Long Sleeved Dress
ALAIA coral red viscose 2023 V-BACK TAFFETA MIDI Dress 36 XS
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Alaïa cocktail dress in coral red stretch taffeta viscose (60%), polyamide (33
Sleeveless red wool jersey dress with cut-work and godets skirt ALAIA
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless red wool jersey dress with cut-work and godets skirt. Zip and hook&eye closure on the
Azzedine Alaïa 1990s Black and Red Asymmetric Sleeveless Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Kingston, NY
Striking vintage Azzedine Alaïa sleeveless mini dress from the 1990s, crafted in black stretch
Azzedine Alaïa red ribbed knit fishtail dress. Sculpted figure. Circa 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Alaïa ribbed knit fishtail evening dress with nude knit underdress and zip fastening at the rear
new AZZEDINE ALAIA bordeaux plisse knit dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Bordeaux knit dress with intricate plisse woven pleats from Azzedine Alaia. New with tags. French
Azzedine Alaia black knitted bodycon dress with red ribbon graphic, fw 1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia black rayon knitted bodycon dress ▪ Red ribbon and bow graphic ▪ Centre back leg
ALAIA red black viscose graphic polka dot illusion bodycon dress FR36 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA red black viscose graphic polka dot illusion bodycon dress FR36 S Reference: TGAS/F00235
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1991 Runway Sheer Lace Velvet Chenille Bustier Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1991 Runway Sheer Lace Velvet Chenille Bustier Mini Dress Size: M (runs small)
1990S Alaia Salmon Red Rayon Blend Stretch Dress With Pleated Ruffle Hem XL
Located in New York, NY
1990S Alaia Salmon Red Rayon Blend Stretch Dress With Pleated Ruffle Hem XL
1990s Alaia Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
90's Alaia red slinky mini dress. Very low neck line with buttons 5 buttons up with front. Iconic
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Azzedine Alaia Rust Column Bodycon Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in US
Alaia fitted stretch knit body con dress in rust color, subtle V-neckline, stitched detail along
1990s Azzedine Alaia Valentine Red Virgin Wool Knit Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Houston, TX
Bright rose red knit dress by the Azzedine Alaia, the "King of Cling"! The dress is composed of
Azzedine Alaia Fall 1991 Runway Orange Chenille Cutout Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hertfordshire, GB
Vintage Azzedine Alaïa Fall 1991 - seen on the runway Deep orange chenille knit dress Cutout
Alaïa Red Skater's Dress with Petal Shaped Insets in Skirt - 2013 NEW
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
This incredibly designed red sleeveless dress has petal shaped insets in the full skirt. The dress
1990s Alaia Red Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Fab fun Alaia better fits a size medium to small.
AZZEDINE ALAIA red dress with buckled back
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Incredibly chic red knit dress by Alaia. Beautiful buckle detail at back waist. Size Small
AZZEDINE ALAIA red dress with plunging neckline & flared skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very flattering red knit jersey dress with plunging neckline, flared skirt and wonderful
Azzedine Alaia red knit dress, 1980s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vivid red knit dress with dolman cut sleeves from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Dress fits
Alaia Dress in very rare to find Red
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
almost always done in his iconic black however this dress is in a gorgeous red which is exciting and rare.
AZZEDINE ALAIA red knit 'Acanthe' dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous red knit Acanthe dress from Azzedine Alaia. French size 40 which fits a s US 4 or 6
Alaïa Red Long Seeve Mini Dress Sz.36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Krakow, PL
Sz 36 Very good condition
Alaia Red Sleeveless Dress, Circa 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a red stretch sleeveless dress by Alaia, from the 1990's. The dress has a deep scoop
Alaïa Red Mesh Dress, 2008
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Alaïa -(Made in Italy) Red mesh dress. Size 40FR. Collection 2008. Additional information
Alaia Red & Black Leather Wrap Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An Alaia red & black leather wrap dress. Please inquire for additional images.
ALAIA vintage dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in CACHAN, FR
ALAIA. Very beautiful fitted sweater dress ALAIA. Vintage from the 80s/90s. Magnificent back
AZZEDINE ALAIA black dress with red border
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Size M. Fits a size 2 -8. Zips up back. Made in Italy. EXCELLENT if not perfect condition.
Alaia Cherry Red Rayon Crepe Dress with Asymmetrical Seaming
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Gresham, OR
A sexy and classic Alaia cherry red rayon crepe dress, cut on the bias with asymmetrical open
Red & Silver Alaia Printed Fit-and-Flare Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Red and silver printed spandex fit-and-flare dress by Alaia. Scoopneck
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Off Shoulder Bodycon Red Maxi Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Off Shoulder Bodycon Red Maxi Dress Size S
Azzedine Alaia Couture red silk evening dress, c. 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia Couture red silk evening dress. - Extremely rare design made for an exclusive
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA red knit dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vivid red knit dress with dolman cut sleeves from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Dress fits a
AZZEDINE ALAIA red mini dress with tags
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vibrant red knit dress with spaghetti straps and set in waistband from Azzedine Alaia dating to the
White cotton dress with red threads see-through embroideries ALAIA
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White cotton dress with red threads embroideries and button in the front. Plastic button ( looks
AZZEDINE ALAIA red mini dress with black leather belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vivid red, light weight knit jersey mini-dress with unique wrapped black leather belt from Alaia
1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA red wool dress with black wrap belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vivid red, light weight knit jersey mini-dress with unique wrapped black leather belt from Alaia
ALAIA red viscose knit geometric lattice seam sleeveless A-line dress FR38 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA red viscose knit geometric lattice seam sleeveless A-line dress FR38 S Reference: KNLM/A00175
Alaïa Red Wool Floral Jacquard Knit Dress Size L
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to dress is evident on this used Alaïa designer
Azzedine Alaïa Red Drawstring Tiered Mini Dress Size M
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Good. Minor wear to the dress is evident. Light signs of wear to the internal collar
Azzedine Alaia ruby red acetate knit evening maxi dress, fw 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia; ruby red acetate knit evening maxi dress with peek-a-boo cleavage, pointed collar
Azzedine Alaïa c. 1990's Vintage Halter Backless Red Gown Maxi Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaïa c. 1990's Vintage Halter Backless Red Gown Maxi Dress Size XS Alaïa red maxi dress
Pre-Loved Alaïa Women's Red Sleeveless Zip Up Flared Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
on this used Alaïa designer resale item. Details Red Cotton Mini dress Round neckline Front zip
Sold
Size: No size - Fits like FR38 / FR40
ALAÏA Classic Vintage 1990s Red Bodycon Clueless style Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning vintage Azzedine Alaïa bodycon dress from the 1990s. This red stretch mini dress has the
Azzedine Alaïa F/W 2009 Red ribbed pleated wool dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Milano, IT
- Fall Winter 2009 - Sold by Skof.Archive - Runway look 15 - Designed by Azzedine Alaïa - Red wool
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Vintage Bustier Cutout Bodycon Red Micro Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Vintage Bustier Plunged Décolleté Cutout Back Bodycon Red Micro Mini Dress
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 "MON COEUR EST À PAPA" Red Fitted Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 "MON COEUR EST À PAPA" Dress Size XS - A design inspired by the close
Azzedine Alaia red jersey halter neck evening dress, ss 1984
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia red rayon jersey evening dress with fitted waist and pencil skirt. Attached low cut
ALAIA red viscose knit geometric lattice seam sleeveless A-line dress FR38 S
By Azzedine Alaïa, Peter Pilotto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA red viscose knit geometric lattice seam sleeveless A-line dress FR38 S Brand: Alaia Designer
ALAIA Size 6 Black Red Viscose Blend Textured Sleeveless Long Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
ALAIA dress comes in a black & red textured viscose blend featuring a a-line style, ruffled trim
ALAIA red laser cut out cap sleeves wide round neck fit flared dress FR38 M
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA red laser cut out cap sleeves wide round neck fit flared dress FR38 M Reference: GEGG/A00073
Azzedine Alaia "MON COEUR EST À PAPA" Fit and Flare Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia "MON COEUR EST À PAPA" Fit and Flare Dress Size FR 42 From the Spring 2019
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Vintage Bodycon Open Back Polka Dot Red Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Vintage Bodycon Open Back Polka Dot Red Mini Dress Size S Alaïa bodycon
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1992 Runway Vintage Fitted Bow Ribbon Wrapped Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1992 Runway Fitted Bow Ribbon Wrapped Dress Alaïa long sleeve midi dress
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1992 Runway Vintage Fitted Bow Ribbon Wrapped Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1992 Runway Fitted Bow Ribbon Wrapped Dress Size Small Alaïa long sleeve midi
ALAIA Paris Black & Red Metallic Knit Fit & Flare Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress NWT
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alaia Paris black and red metallic knit fit and flare cocktail dress new with tags. Bateau neckline
Sold
Size: NO SIZE LABEL FITS LIKE MEDIUM
Unusual Holiday Azzedine Alaia Red Velvet Chenille Knit Gown With Glove Sleeves
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red vintage Azzedine Alaia red velvet chenille knit gown with high neck, gathered back and extra
ALAIA Apple Red Gown, Personal Property Melanie Griffith
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful candy apple sleek gown by ALAIA, it is from the dress collection of Melanie Griffith
Alaia Burgundy and Black Stretch Wool Fruit Flair Long Sleeve Dress, Size 10
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
This gorgeous ALAIA long sleeved fall winter cocktail dress comes in a burgundy and black spotted
new ALAIA silver lurex red stretch viscose knitted V-back midi dress FR36 S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ALAIA silver lurex red stretch viscose knitted V-back midi dress FR36 S AZZEDINE ALAIA New
ALAIA red bodycon ladder stitch contoured seams evening gown dress M US6 UK10
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA red bodycon ladder stitch contoured seams evening gown dress M US6 UK10 AZZEDINE ALAIA
new ALAIA red floral cloque wool jacquard sleeveless fit flare dress FR38 S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ALAIA red floral cloque wool jacquard sleeveless fit flare dress FR38 S Reference: TGAS/A03454
ALAIA red and black wool blend embossed knitted body-con flare dress IT38 XS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA red and black wool blend embossed knitted body-con flare dress IT38 XS ALAIA BY AZZEDINE
new ALAIA black red fleece wool geometric knit jacquard fit flare dress FR42 L
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new ALAIA black red fleece wool geometric knit jacquard fit flare dress FR42 L Reference: TGAS
Alaia 1990s iconic red stretch dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Iconic stunning 90's red sexy stretch dress by ALAIA. Size S Please go by measurements for the
Red Alaia Sleeveless Knit Dress Size US L
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Red sleeveless knit mini dress by Alaia. Plunging neckline. 32" bust, 26" waist, 34" length, 12
Alaia Red Knit Long Sleeve Collared Dress - S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Alaia red knit collared dress has a nude mesh lining. The dress has a tight fit with a little
1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA dark red flared dress with long sleeves, 1990s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Dark-red, flared dress with high neckline and long sleeves designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the
Incredible Vintage Giorgio di Sant Angelo 80s White Fully Beaded Bodycon Dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible, sexy, and timeless vintage 1980s Giorgio di Sant Angelo white beaded dress! Encrusted with thousands of seed beads, rhinestones, etc...The detail on this sexy little numb...
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
Oscar de la Renta 2007 Runway Look Brown Ruffle Trim Sun Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta brown pencil dress with raw edged ruffle trim. Grosgrain trim circles the bodice. Boned at bodice for shape. Back zip and hook and eye. Seen in another color in L...
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Blazer Wide Leg Trouser Pants Power Suit Set
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in Thiensville, WI
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Twill Blazer & Wide Leg Trouser Pants Suit Set Circa: 1990’s Label(s): Valentino Roma Designer: Valentino Garavani Style: Pants suit set Color(s): Whit...
Valentino Top One Shoulder Ruffle and Bow Trim M
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Valentino one shoulder top with ruffle and bow trim in silk. Black knit fitted top. Double layer black silk ruffle trims 'neckline'. Signature bow detail at the s...
$275
Size: Fits IT 40, US 4 see measurement
Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dolce and Gabbana lime green fit and flare pencil skirt with yellow lace godet panels at bottom. Vertical seam detail at one side. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% viscose (linen-loo...
FENDI new pink sequins baguette 2024
By Fendi
Located in Rubiera, RE
FENDI New pink sequins baguette 2024 Iconic medium-sized Baguette bag, finely embroidered all-over with pink sequins in different shapes and sizes for a 3D effect and decorated with ...
$1,454Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...
Oscar de la Renta Corsage Cocktail Dress New!
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oscar de la Renta strapless lace and silk corsage cocktail dress offered in brand new condition. Hand ruched black lace bodice with large attached rosette corsage. Bodice extends ...
Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous khaki cotton pants from Alexander McQueen. They have full straight legs with curved panels over the back hips with a fan of laces meeting and buttoning on the front sides at...
JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARÇONS Linen Knee-Length Dress
By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons
Located in New York, NY
JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARÇONS Linen Knee-Length Dress Bust: 46" Waist: 42" Hip: 38" Length: 37.5" Fabric: 100% Linen FINAL SALE
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
New TOM FORD for GUCCI S/S 2004 Black Satin Crocodile Crystal Corset Shoes 6 B
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Highly Collectible GUCCI Pair from TOM FORD'S Era S/S 2004 Collection Designer Size - 6 B Color - Black Bamboo and Crocodile Metallic Heel - 4" Silver-Tone Crystal Details Lace-Up...
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...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2023 Runway Unworn Lace High Slit Train Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2023 Runway Unworn Lace Velvet High Slit Train Evening Dress Gown Look 31 from the Fall 2023 Runway Collection. Size: IT 40 Condition: New with tags
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
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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