Alaia Red Suede Wrap Vest Top 1990s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous top, vest in red suede imprinted with a subtle circular pattern from Azzedine Alaia. It is sleeveless crossing at the front with straps extending on each side wrapping aro...
1992 AZZEDINE ALAIA black suede RUNWAY jacket and skirt suit with zippers
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This stunning 1992 Azzedine Alaïa runway suit is made from black suede, combined with smooth leather panels and exposed silver zippers.
ALAIA Black Suede jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Alaia Black Suede Jacket cinched at the waist. Leather trim detail.
Alaia Metallic Suede Moto jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
A long sleeve suede motorcycle jacket with hand painted silver dots all over, multiple zippers in the front create a wonderful shape.
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Alaia Perforated Suede Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stylish jacket from Alaia is made out of the softest taupe-colored suede that is perforated in a geometric pattern.
A Very Rare 1989 Azzedine Alaia Suede Lace-up Jacket
Located in New York, NY
A very rare find! Azzedine Alaia suede lace-up jacket from 1989. Beautiful condition and sold with its original belt.
Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black Suede Corset Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your wardrobe and all your future looks with this amazing Azzedine Alaia jacket which is from himself Alaia is Circa 1980s, this black suede structured jacket features billow...
Alaia Black Suede fitted waist Jacket with side pockets
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black suede jacket by Alaia, from the 1980's. The jacket has two open front pockets, one center snap closure, silk lining, and shoulder pads.
Azzedine Alaia taupe embossed suede cropped bolero jacket, ss 1987
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia taupe suede copped bolero jacket ▪ Embossed pattern throughout ▪ Shawl lapel ▪ 2 front pockets ▪ 2 ties fastening at waist ▪ Silk lining ▪ FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8...
Black suede jacket with perforated laser pattern and pale yellow lining ALAIA
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black suede( velvet lamb) jacket with perforated laser pattern and pale yellow lining ( acetate) Button and buttonhole on the middle front. Pocket on both side on the chest SIZE 38...
AZZEDINE ALAIA brown suede motorcycle jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rich chocolate brown suede motorcycle jacket with silver hardware and lace up detail at back from Azzedine Alaia.
Alaia Autumn-Winter 1987 black suede cropped wrap jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia Autumn-Winter 1987 black suede cropped wrap jacket with silk lining and extra long straps
AZZEDINE ALAIA Vintage Military Green Suede PERFORATED JACKET SZ 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rome, Rome
Brand: AZZEDINE ALAIA Paris Logos / Tags: 'ALAIA Paris' tag, size tag (38), composition tag Condition (please read our condition chart below): FAIR~ Previously worn with signif...
1980's Alaia Black Suede Jacket and Skirt Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This chic Alaia black suede set from the 1980's features a cropped jacket, and mini skirt.
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA dark brown deerskin suede jacket and fringed shorts
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This very rare Azzedine Alaïa ensemble from the late 1980's is made in deep brown deerskin suede, illustrating the designer’s mastery of structure and detail.
Azzedine Alaia Fall 1989 Vintage Black Lamb Suede Cropped Runway Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Portland, OR
This Alaia vintage cropped black lamb velvety suede jacket was featured on the Fall 1989 Alaia runway in a range of colors.
Red silk and cotton sleeveless sweater Lanvin by Alber Elbaz
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red silk and cotton sleeveless sweater. Knit composition: 50% cotton, 50% silk. Draped on the bust. SIZE L
1983 AZZEDINE ALAIA suede wrap RUNWAY top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extremely rare Azzedine Alaïa wrap top from the Fall/Winter 1983 runway collection. Designed in a rich salmon-red, persimmon-toned suede, the piece highlights Alaïa’s sculptural appr...
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA charcoal wool gabardine RUNWAY coat with seamed back
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This is a sharply structured Azzedine Alaïa runway jacket from 1986, cut in charcoal wool gabardine. It has a long, double-breasted silhouette with a strong, sculpted shoulder line a...
Alaiä 80s Leather Bomber and Skirt Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Amsterdam, NH
This black Alaïa leather set features a fitted jacket and matching skirt, designed in the 80s. Brand: Alaïa Period: 80s Material: Leather Size: S Origin: Made in Italy Condition: G...
Red see-through cotton tank top with branded ribbon and bow JOHN GALLIANO
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red see-through cotton tank top with branded ribbon . SIZE 38/M
ADRIENNE LANDAU Vintage Red Chinoiserie Fur Trimmed Lightweight Vest
By Adrienne Landau
Located in Leonardo, NJ
USA ONLY REAL FUR CANNOT CROSS CUSTOMS Adrienne Landau Vintage Bright vibrant red Fur (not sure what type) Silk embroidered Chinoiserie print Super lightweight Fits XS to Medium I'm...
$250
Size: Recommended Size; UK 6 - 8
Christian Dior by John Galliano Raspberry Red Rouchèd Knit Tank Top - Vest
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
A chic Christian Dior by John Galliano tank top. Featuring a knit texture with a rouchè detailing on the side. A simply timeless design. Measurements are provided in inches (‘’) Rec...
1989 AZZEDINE ALAIA black RUNWAY dress with sheer chenille panels
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa black chenille runway dress, 1989. A rare and striking piece seen on Alaïa’s 1989 runway, this dress is cut in a sleek black body with sheer chenille panels strategi...
Thierry Mugler Sculptural Ensemble 1992 Semi Sheer Black Suit Jacket and Skirt
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
The perfect blend of pure Eelegance & Drama! Extremely rare FW 1992 Thierry Mugler ensemble, jacket and skirt. In this exquisitely tailored two-piece, Thierry Mugler once again d...
1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA runway jet black summer playsuit with draped skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare Azzedine Alaia Spring 1984 runway black knit romper with detachable draped wrap skirt. Romper has a bateau neckline, blouson bodice, long sleeves, extra wide ribbed waistba...
1989 AZZEDINE ALAIA black ribbed RUNWAY dress with full skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This Azzedine Alaïa runway dress from 1989 is made of a matte black, semi-sheer ribbed cotton with an architectural silhouette. The bodice is close-fitting, featuring a wide neckline...
Thierry Mugler Vintage 90s Black Peplum Jacket Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage 1990's Thierry Mugler black combed wool skirt suit with a dramatic peplum jacket and pencil skirt. The jacket has thick horizontal "ribs" along the sides and down the front. ...
$1,450
Size: FR 38 (slim through waist)
AZZEDINE ALAIA EDITION 1988 black cotton gabardine corset jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black corset jacket by Azzedine Alaia, an edition 1988 reissue of his earlier 1988 runway design. Cut close through the body, it’s shaped with a sharply defined vertically seamed...
2007-2007 Louis Vuitton Crimson Red Silk Bustier Top
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Mid 2000s Louis Vuitton crimson red silk top in the style of a bustier camisole. The top is fitted through the body with pintucks on the sides and at the bust cups. Silk straps, zips...
NWT S/S 2004 Roberto Cavalli Red Orange Satin Corset Bustier Ribbon Crop Top S
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2004 collection, this new-with-tags corset-style crop top is crafted from a vibrant red-orange satin. It features molded cups, boning throughout,...
GARY GRAHAM c.2001 Maroon Silk Textured Cut Out Full Zip Up Hair Vest Blouse Top
By Gary Graham (1)
Located in Thiensville, WI
GARY GRAHAM c.2001 Maroon Silk Textured Cut Out Full Zip Up Hair Vest Blouse Top Brand / Manufacturer: Gary Graham Circa: 2001 Label(s): Original "Gary Graham" Hand-Sewn Label Desig...
S/S 1995 Donna Karan Beige Stretch Bodycon Panel Slip Dress US6, IT4, FR38
By Donna Karan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This beige slip dress from Donna Karan's Spring/Summer 1995 collection features a stretch bodycon fit with panel detailing at the bust. The dress is complete with thin shoulder strap...
1993 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace dress with molded bustier
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, black lace dress with blush pink lining and molded busier designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1993. This is a very collectible and highly documented piece. Lace...
$4,925Sale Price|50% Off
Size: 44
Chanel 1983 Sz 44 10 Karl Lagerfeld Bubblegum Pink Boucle Vintage 80s Skirt Suit
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
It doesn’t get any better than this ! Super rare vintage Chanel spring 1983 bubblegum Barbie pink skirt suit ! Tailored jacket features a lighter pink braid trim down the front cent...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 1999 Runway Sheer Mesh Zebra Print Slip Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 1999 Runway Sheer Mesh Zebra Print Slip Evening Dress Gown Size M FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @OPULENTADDICT
NWT 1990s Gianni Versace Couture Size 40 / 4 Black Silk Vintage Bondage Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s NWT deadstock GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE black silk scrappy bondage style silk body on dress ! Features rose gold metal Medusa heads at each strap. Hidden zipper up the back w...
Azzedine Alaia Blue Lace Rib Knit Embellished Mini Dress and Cardigan, SS 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Alaia ▪ Creative Director: Azzedine Alaia ▪ Collection: Spring-Summer 1996 ▪ Fabric: Viscose ▪ Details: Lace rib knit, scoop neckline, sequin and bead embellishments ▪ Siz...
NWT 1990s Thomas Steinbruck Size 12 Black Gray Ombre Silk Vintage 90s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning brand new with original Bergdorf Goodman store tags still attached 1990s THOMAS STEINBRUCK black and grey silk evening gown! This rare find is so flattering on. Deep plungin...
$2,447Sale Price|50% Off
Size: 42 / US 8
Chanel Fall 1994 Size 42 8 Lagerfeld Vintage Olive Military Green Skirt Suit
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Chanel Fall 1994 army/military green lightweight wool skirt suit ! Designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Features a tailored jacket with buttons one large button with CC logo at center...
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Cut Out Jersey Black Cocktail Dress size L ( S )
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Sexy Cut Out Cocktail Dress Designer size - L ( run small, please check measurements ). Black Stretch Jersey, Double Layered Skirt, Simple Slip On. Measurements: W...
Hermes Kelly Cut Braise Crocodile Clutch Bag Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Kelly Cut bag featured in vivid Braise Niloticus Crocodile. This exquisite lipstick red Hermes clutch is perfect day to evening. Lush with...
2011 JUNYA WATANABE black leather RUNWAY jacket with peplum
By Junya Watanabe
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black leather runway jacket from Junya Watanabe’s Fall/Winter 2011 collection exactly as seen on the runway. This piece is cut from very thick, structured leather that gives it a sub...
Thierry Mugler Fall 1992 Red Runway Suit Jacket Skirt Museum Worthy
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Iconic rare Collectors Piece. Famously presented on the Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1992 GLAMOUR PUNK-THE RITZ Collection Runway as well as worn by the gorgeous Monica Bellucci on t...
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci FW 2004 Removable Fox Collar Jacket + Skirt It 42 / 6
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Removable Fox Collar Jacket + Skirt FW 2004 Runway Collection Italian size 42 - US 6 90% Wool ( thick wool ), 10% Cashmere. Real Fox. Dark Purple Color, D...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEATHER CROPPED BIKER Jacket 40
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen cropped biker jacket in pale pink textured calf leather. With epaulettes, buttoned notch collar, zipper pocket on the chest, buttoned flap pocket on the front, belt...
Oscar de la Renta F/W 2004 Runway Embellished Fur-Trim Cardigan Coat US 2
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Exceptional and highly collectible Oscar de la Renta cardigan coat from the Fall/Winter 2004 runway collection, identical to the runway presentation. Crafted in Italy from a richly t...
Chanel Woven Tweed Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Chanel Woven Flap Bag in grey and black tweed with white and metallic and gold bead embellishment. Features a half moon rear pocket, a silver CC turn-lock, and leather interior ...
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.
No matter if you’re preparing for a fashion event or a weather event — you’re going to need a good jacket.
What would become the modern jacket as we know it began as a strictly professional item. A lot of the vintage and designer jackets (and coat styles such as the Navy-inspired peacoat) in our closets were likely popularized by soldiers who battled aggressive climes with their regulation field jackets, bombers and parkas buttoned or zipped to the chin. Indeed, keeping troopers comfortable guided the design of the military surplus garments that have often become buzzy fashion trends. But now, jackets add far more than warmth to our wardrobe, and we hunt down outer layers branded with peerless fashion labels.
Fashion’s most iconic creations, despite their age, remain modern: Biker jackets originated in the 1920s, Balenciaga’s celebrated puffers are steeped in a tradition of down coats that began in the 1930s and your vintage denim jacket has come an even longer way, from California Gold Rush to wardrobe staple. Jeans bequeathed jean jackets during the 1880s, thanks to Levi Strauss, who crafted the former as a durable garment to be worn by miners and railroad workers. Later, jeans and jean jackets became synonymous with nonconformity and rebelliousness — with fashion legends such as actor James Dean in the 1950s and model Veruschka in the 1960s and ’70s leading the indigo-toned charge.
Another fashion rebel, Coco Chanel, used the classic tweed jacket to introduce more comfort and mobility into women’s daily lives. Debuting in 1954 and based on a cardigan, the groundbreaking Chanel jacket forever changed what women wear. The garment reacted against the fitted, constricting styles of Christian Dior’s New Look, which, as Chanel saw it, was making women dress like decorative objects.
On 1stDibs, find bold collections from cutting-edge contemporary designers who’ve taken the classic silhouette of the jacket to new heights or build out your array of vintage treasures (denim or otherwise) with dazzlers from Yves Saint Laurent, Gianni Versace, Moschino and more.