Azzedine Alaia Vintage Red Bodysuit and Skirt 2 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Bodysuit and Skirt 2 PIECE SET Sz XS Alaïa scoop neck sleeveless bodysuit
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Red Bodysuit and Skirt 2 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Bodysuit and Skirt 2 PIECE SET Sz XS Alaïa scoop neck sleeveless bodysuit
Alaia Vintage Fall/Winter 1988 Black Velvet Scoop Neck Bodysuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Presenting an iconic black velvet bodysuit from Azzedine Alaïa’s Fall/Winter 1988 collection — a
ALAIA black wool blend SCOOP NECK SLEEVELESS FLARED Dress S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa flared long-sleeve jacquard wool (missing tag) dress with a square neckline
Azzedine Alaïa Fall 1990 Ribbed Knit Green Dress – Scoop Neck & Ruffled Hem
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
— a hallmark of Alaïa’s technical mastery. The scoop neckline and mid-calf ruffled hemline balance
Alaia Black Sheer Jersey Long Sleeve Scoop neck Dress, Circa 1990's
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a sheer black Rayon jersey knit long sleeve dress by Alaia, from the 1990's. The dress has
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1994 Vintage Black Long Chenille Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
dress with scoop neck and zip closure at center back. All Eyes on Alaïa For the last half-century, the
New Azzedine Alaia Hunter Green Iconic Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alaia Hunter Green Azzedine Alaia dress with scooped neck. The fabric is a heavy stretch knit
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Semi-Sheer Black Bodysuit Top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Semi-Sheer Bodysuit Top Size M Black Alaïa scoop neck sleeveless bodysuit
Azzedine Alaia Dress Black Silver Detail Full Skirt 40 / 6 New
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Miami, FL
. Designed by Azzedine Alaia. Scoop neck with the iconic Alaia fit. Small silver embroidery creates varying
Alaia 1990s Scoop Neck Bodysuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Barney's New York, this sea foam blue bodysuit has a scoop neck with long sleeves and a ribbed trim
AZZEDINE ALAIA black scooped necked dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Wonderful, stretchy black dress from Alaia. Scoop neckline, ribbed trim and pewter star buttons
Azzedine Alaia Black Sleeveless Scoop Neck Bodysuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Azzedine Alaia black sheer viscose blend scoop neck, sleeveless body suit with snap closure
Alaia Dress - Size XS - Cream Ribbed Scoop Neck Bodycon Sleeveless
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
ALAIA bodycon dress comes in creamy beige ribbed stretch knit with a scoop neck and deep V back
ALAIA Size M Black Mesh Knit Scoop Neck Ruffle Skirt Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
fitted, three quarter sleeve, scoop neck top and matching high rise, ruffled skirt. Tags removed by
ALAIA Size S White Floral Lace Cutout Cotton Scoop Neck Skirt Blouse
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
print and features a scoop neck, long sleeves, curved hem and gather back slit skirt. Buttons on cuffs
Alaia Black Bodysuit and Skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Azzedine Alaia black ribbed knit scoop neck long sleeve bodysuit and matching mini skirt
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Open Back Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Alaïa sleeveless midi dress with scoop neck, rib knit trim and snap closures at back. All Eyes on
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Open Back Bodysuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Jade Alaïa sleeveless bodysuit with scoop neck, knit detailing throughout, cutout at back and snap
Azzedine Alaia Dress Navy Skater Skirt Laser Cut Hem 38 / 4 nwt Gorgeous
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Miami, FL
the world of fashion will miss him. Guaranteed authentic Azzedine Alaia dark navy squared scoop neck
Alaia Vintage Brown Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage brown 60% cotton 40% wool jacket by Alaia. Scoop neck and rounded notch detail. Fully lined
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Semi-Sheer Black Bodysuit Top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Semi-Sheer Bodysuit Top Black Alaïa scoop neck sleeveless bodysuit with
ALAIA Size M Cream Mesh Knit Scoop Neck Ruffle Skirt Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
fitted, three quarter sleeve, scoop neck top and matching high rise, ruffled skirt. Made in Italy
ALAIA Size S White Floral Lace Cutout Cotton Scoop Neck Skirt Blouse
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
print and features a scoop neck, long sleeves, curved hem and gather back slit skirt. Buttons on cuffs
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 Vintage Cutout Back Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Iconic Fitted Open Back Dress Size XS Alaïa knit dress with scoop neck
Azzedine Alaia Sheer Bodycon Open Back Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Black Alaïa sleeveless midi dress with scoop neck and open back S/M Please note size tag is
Alaia Cashmere Cropped Short Sleeve Tan Sweater Top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Portland, OR
This pretty Alaia cashmere scoop neck sweater has short sleeves and is marked as a size small
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...
Yves Saint Laurent Coco Brown Form-Fitting Lined Jersey Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent coco brown form-fitting lined jersey scoop-neck dress features a handkerchief hemline on both the dress's hem and also on the bell-sleeve's cuff. Detaile...
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 ...
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...
Roberto Cavalli Summer Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
A pretty Summer top by Roberto Cavalli. The top has a v neckline, frill sleaves , adn is a blue and yellow print with gathering at the bust.
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...
Pierre Cardin 1960s Scarf Hem Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible forest green silk maxi dress with red, orange, rust, blue and celery green dots by Pierre Cardin. The dress is sleeveless with a crew neck and attached by a point at mi...
Vivienne Westwood taupe lace and knitted adjustable bra, ss 1996
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood taupe rib-knit bra with lace trim and drawstring bow fastening Spring-Summer 1996
Agent Provocateur Sexy Red Bow Heels Slides Size 36 / 6 Made in Italy Never Worn
By Agent Provocateur
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy brand new, never worn AGENT PROVOCATEUR red satin heels! 1950s sex appeal, with a modern twist. Features a bow at each side, with red patent leather accent. Perfect with jeans ...
New Emilio Pucci Runway Pumps Heels Wedges Sz 37
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Emilio Pucci Gorgeous Blue Suede Wedge Heels Size: 37 Suede Adjustable Ankle Strap Pucci Painted Cork Heel Heels: 5" Platforms: 1" New With Dust Cover
1990s Valentino Black Chiffon and Velvet Dress Shirt Dress
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing 1990s Valentino little black shirt dress from Holt Renfrew Canada. Top is black chiffon with a pussy bow tie, sheer bishop sleeves and delicate ruching at shoulders. Jet blac...
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Thierry Mugler Couture Vintage Off White Sequined Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER COUTURE vintage off white sequined jacket. Hidden snap button down front closure. Two side pockets. Fully lined. Shoulder pads. Label reads THIERRY MUGLER COUTURE. ...
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Water Mill, NY
An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...
Christian Dior by John Galliano black leather lace up pants, fw 2003
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano black leather pants with open lace up fastening down the legs and buckle fastenings around knees. Fall-Winter 2003
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...
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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