ALAIA black viscose LACE TRIM KNIT Dress M
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa jacquard knit dress in black viscose (87%), polyamide (8%) and polyester (5%).
ALAIA black viscose LACE TRIM KNIT Dress M
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa jacquard knit dress in black viscose (87%), polyamide (8%) and polyester (5%).
90s ALAIA Salmon pink diamond harlequin print viscose dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s ALAIA pink diamond harlequin print viscose dress. fit size 2/4 B: 30" -34” W:24"-27” H: 30"-34” Length: 47"
Alaia Black Sheer Stretch Viscose Long Sleeved Mini Dress W/Flounced Hem
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Azzedine Alaia black sheer stretch viscose long sleeved mini dress with scooped neck and flounced hem.
Vintage Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black + Nude Viscose 80s Mini Sweater Dress Tunic
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 1980s AZZEDINE ALAIA black and nude viscose micro mini sweater dress / tunic!
ALAIA black viscose SLEEVELESS JERSEY KNIT Dress 40 M
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa sleeveless knit dress in black viscose (100%).
ALAIA black viscose STUDDED SLEEVELESS FLARED Dress 38 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa sleeveless flared studded dress in black viscose (90%), polyamide (6%), polyester (2%) and elastane (2%).
ALAIA black viscose POINTELLE SLEEVELESS KNIT Dress 40 M
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa sleeveless flared dress in black viscose (85%), polyester (10%) and polyamide (5%).
ALAIA black viscose 2008 FRINGE TRIM KNIT Dress 38 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa dress in black textured knit in viscose (75%), polyester (15%), polyamide (5%) and wool (5%).
ALAIA black viscose blend STRIPE EMBELLISHED KNIT Dress 36 XS
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa stripe embellished bodycon dress in black viscose (75%), polyester (15%) and polyamide (5%).
ALAIA white & black viscose PYTHON-JACQUARD KNIT Dress 36 XS
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa python-jacquard knit dress in black and white viscose (70%), polyamide (15%) and polyester (6%).
ALAIA black viscose SLEEVELESS SHEER STRIPED KNIT Dress 40 M
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa flared knit dress in black viscose (73%), polyester (17%), silk (6%) and cotton (4%).
ALAIA black viscose PERFORATED HEM SLEEVELESS KNIT Dress 38 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa sleeveless flared dress in black viscose (82%), polyester (10%) and polyamide (6%).
ALAIA black white viscose HOUNDSTOOTH MERMAID MINI Dress 36 XS
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaia houndstooth mermaid midi dress in black and white viscose (44%), polyamide (43%), polyester (9%) and elastane (4%).
ALAIA black viscose blend CREPE WEAVE SHORT SKATER Dress 38 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa short skater dress in black viscose (56%) and acetate (44%).
ALAIA midnight blue viscose CUT-OUT SLEEVELESS FLARED Dress 40 M
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaia sleeveless cut out dress in midnight blue cupro (45%), viscose (35%) and polyamide (15%).
ALAIA blue viscose FISHNET SLEEVELESS FLARED KNIT MINI Dress 36 XS
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaia fishnet knit dress in blue viscose (100%).
ALAIA petrol & purple viscose & wool COLOR BLOCK FLARED Dress 38 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa long-sleeve flared color block dress in espresso brown, eggplant, forest green, petrol and black viscose (55%), wool (20%), polyamide (20%) and elastane (5%).
Azzedine Alaia Charcoal Grey Knitted Viscose Bodycon Dress, FW 1985
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This early Azzedine Alaia dress is crafted from charcoal grey knitted viscose, offering a semi-sheer, lightweight texture.
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%), and elastane (7%) is a striking blend of sophistication and allure.
ALAIA black viscose 2024 MOIRE JACQUARD KNIT HALTER GOWN Dress 38 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Alaïa gown in black moiré-jacquard knit viscose (63%), polyester (32%), polyamide (4%), and polyurethane (1%) embodies the designer's signature sculptural eleganc...
Azzedine Alaia black viscose and chenille figure hugging dress, fw 1989
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia black viscose above-the-knee figure hugging dress with chenille net panels, turtle neck and zip fastening.
ALAIA beige viscose chevron cellular jacquard lattice scalloped dress FR38 M
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA beige viscose chevron cellular jacquard lattice trim open work scalloped fit flare dress FR38 M Reference: MELK/A00452 Brand: Alaia Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Beige Patter...
Alaia Blue ottanio long sleeves wool and viscose dress size it40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Capri, IT
Alaia Blue ottanio long sleeves wool and viscose dress size it40 Total lenght 91 cm Shoulder to hem 62 cm Elastic waist 66 to 72 cm
Azzedine Alaïa Black Viscose Knit Lace Dress with Integrated Bodysuit, SS 1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This black dress from Azzedine Alaïa’s Spring-Summer 1992 collection is constructed from fine-gauge viscose knit.
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 Brand: Alaia Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Black, Red Pattern: Geometric Closure: Zip...
$1,300
Alaia Knit Fitted Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
This recognizable 90's Alaïa slim-fit viscose knit black dress is designed to flatteringly follow the silhouette.
$1,056Sale Price|20% Off
ALAIA ivory viscose blend square neck sheer lattice knit fit flare dress FR36 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA ivory viscose blend square neck sheer lattice knit fit flare dress FR36 S Reference: SNKO/A00526 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Cream Pat...
ALAIA grey viscose blend KNIT Sleeveless Dress 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia vintage sleeveless V-neck dress in grey viscose, nylon, and elastane blend (assumed as tag is missing).
ALAIA raspberry pink viscose GATHERED KNIT Flared Dress 44
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia flared knit dress in raspberry viscose (100%).
ALAIA raspberry pink viscose GATHERED KNIT Flared Dress 44
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia flared knit dress in raspberry viscose (100%).
ALAIA pale lilac viscose TEXTURED KNIT Flared Dress 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia casual dress in pale lilac viscose (70%), polyester (15%), nylon (10%) and silk (5%).
ALAIA cream & black viscose blend KNIT Flared Dress 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia knit pleated dress in creme and black viscose (70%), nylon (18%), polyester (7%) and elastane (5%).
ALAIA black & white viscose blend KNIT Flared Dress 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia knit flared dress in black and white viscose (82%), polyester (10%), nylon (6%) and elastane (2%).
ALAIA light taupe viscose blend KNIT Sleeveless Dress S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia vintage sleeveless V-neck dress in light taupe viscose, nylon, and elastane blend (assumed as tag is missing).
Azzedine Alaia olive viscose hooded dress, 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare olive green hooded dress from Azzedine Alaia dating to 1986. 'Hood' can be draped for a more conventional look.
ALAIA black viscose blend PERFORATED FRENCH TERRY Sleeveless Dress 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia french terry perforated dress in black cupro (45%), viscose (35%), nylon (15%), and polyester (5%%).
ALAIA mustard yellow viscose blend KNIT Long Sleeve Dress S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia vintage long-sleeve V-neck dress in mustard viscose, nylon, and elastane blend (assumed as tag is missing).
ALAIA white & beige viscose blend TEXTURED KNIT Sleeveless Dress 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia flared embossed-knit dress in white and beige viscose (70%), nylon (18%), polyester (7%), and elastane (5%).
ALAIA taupe viscose SLEEVELESS ZIGZAG JACQUARD KNIT Dress 42 L
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa sleeveless flared dress in taupe viscose (90%) and polyester (10%).
ALAIA midnight blue viscose blend RIB KNIT Flared Dress 44
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaïa bell-sleeve knit dress in midnight blue viscose (95%) nylon (5%) with a square neck.
ALAIA black & gold viscose LUREX SLEEVELESS MAXI Dress 38 XS
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaia sleeveless lurex maxi dress in black and gold viscose (36%), wool (34%), polyester (13%), metal (9%), nylon (6%) and elastane (2%).
ALAIA black viscose & wool HEART JACQUARD KNIT Dress 36 XS
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaia long sleeve flared knit dress in black viscose (40%), wool (30%), nylon (28%) and elastane (2%).
ALAIA pale pink viscose Sleeveless Flared Jacquard Knit Dress 42 L
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaïa sleeveless flared dress in pale lilac viscose (75%), polyester (15%) and polyamide (10%) featuring scalloped hemline.
ALAIA nude & white viscose DOT JACQUARD KNIT FLARED Dress 38 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaïa jacquard knit mini skater dress in nude and white viscose (70%), polyamide (20%), polyester (6%) and elastane (4%).
ALAIA black beige viscose 2016 GEOMETRIC JACQUARD FLARED Dress 42 L
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alaia geometric jacquard jersey dress in black and beige viscose (45%), wool (25%), nylon (20%), polyester (6%) and elastane (4%).
Azzedine Alaia black knitted viscose raffia evening dress, ca. 1996
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia; black knitted viscose raffia evening dress.
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, sleeveless, and a back zipper closure.
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 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Material: Viscose, Polyester Color: Red Patt...
ALAIA white viscose beige ribbed cloque fit flare cocktail dress S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA white viscose beige ribbed cloque fit flare cocktail dress S Reference: AEMA/A00033 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Material: Viscose, Blend Color: White, Beige Pattern: ...
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: Azzedine Alaia Material: Viscose Color: Red Pattern: Solid Closure: Slip On Extra ...
ALAIA cream viscose blend horizontal tiered knit fit flare mini dress FR36 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA cream viscose blend horizontal tiered knit fit flare mini dress FR36 S Reference: SNKO/A00529 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Cream Patter...
ALAIA cream viscose blend cropped sleeve bateau neck fit flare dress FR36 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA cream viscose blend cropped sleeve bateau neck fit flare dress FR36 S Reference: SNKO/A00527 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Cream Pattern...
ALAIA powder grey viscose tiered stretch knit sleeveless fit flare dress FR36 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA powder grey viscose tiered stretch knit sleeveless fit flare dress FR36 S Reference: SNKO/A00522 Brand: Alaia Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Grey Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip L...
Azzedine Alaia Jersey Knit Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Azzedine Alaia, black viscose jersey, sleeveless, long dress, having a fitted bodice, and a deep scoop neckline.
AZZEDINE ALAIA blue viscose cap sleeved dress with snap back
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous blue dress from Alaia. Ca. 1984. Fits a US S. Made in Italy. Very good/Excellent condition.
very rare early 80's AZZEDINE ALAIA olive viscose hooded dress
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare hooded dress from Alaia. 'Hood' can be draped for a more conventional look.
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 with tags .
ALAIA white viscose beige ribbed cloque fit flare cocktail dress S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA white viscose beige ribbed cloque fit flare cocktail dress S Reference: AEMA/A00033 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Material: Viscose Color: White Pattern: Solid E...
ALAIA white viscose beige ribbed cloque fit flare cocktail dress S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA white viscose beige ribbed cloque fit flare cocktail dress S Reference: AEMA/A00033 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Material: Viscose Color: White Pattern: Solid E...
ALIA
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Alaia viscose knit mine dress in deep red with shoulder and halter neck straps.
Alaia Maroon viscose knit mini dress, circa 1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia mini dress constructed in a Maroon viscose knit.
ALAIA pink viscose blend QUILTED LUREX Sleeveless Dress 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaïa matelassé lurex dress in pale pink viscose (58%), polyamide (20%), polyester (17%), and elastodiene (5%) with a u-neck.
ALAIA white viscose blend BELL SLEEVE TEXTURED KNIT Dress 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia bell-sleeve flared dress in white viscose (82%), polyester (16%), and nylon (2%).
Azzedine Alaia bronze viscose maxi shirt dress, ss 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia bronze viscose maxi shirt dress with nine button closures, pointed collar and full skirt beginning at the hips.
Azzedine Alaia black viscose patterned lace evening dress, fw 1993
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia black patterned lace evening dress ▪ 85% Viscose, 10% Nylon, 5% Cotton ▪ Built-in underwired padded bra ▪ Nude underdress ▪ Red string detail ▪ FR 36 - UK 8 - US ...
ALAIA cream viscose knit V neck sleeveless scalloped hem fit flare dress FR36 S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA cream viscose knit V neck sleeveless scalloped hem fit flare dress FR36 S Reference: SNKO/A00528 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Cream Pat...
Alaïa Crochet Knit Dress, Spring-Summer 1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
Vibrant 1992 Alaïa red viscose knit dress with semi sheer crochet-work detail.
Alaia Black Viscose Blend Wrap Dress/Coat - M
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Alaia Black Viscose Blend Wrap Dress/Coat - M. This piece is in impeccable condition.
Alaia Bodycon Red Viscose Open Ladder Stitch Throughout Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Alaia bodycon red viscose open ladder stitch at seams, showing a little skin and then some.
Alaia Vintage Black Knit Backless Halter Dress 36 4
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York City, NY
Vintage Azzedine Alaia black viscose knit cocktail dress with cross front halter neckline.
$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...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Animal Print Vintage 90s Silk Short Sleeve Top
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic silk animal print blouse! Features leopard, zebra, cheetah, and tiger prints throughout. Warm colors of brown, ivory, trimmed with black lace....
Sold|$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...
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 2
1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s Diane Von Furstenberg green and white cotton strapless top! 3-D leaf print, with a trapeze/free flowing waist. Buttons at top back. Can easily be dressed day to night. ...
2000s Emanuel Ungaro Linen Cream JAcket with fringes
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Capri, IT
2000s Emanuel Ungaro Linen Cream JAcket with fringes Composition: 87% linen 13% polyammide Italian size range 42 Dry clean only no lining inside
Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Black White Plunging Cleavage Cut Out Gown Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and highly collectible museum quality vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL by TOM FORD black and white plunging runway cut-out gown ! Features a soft crepe blend fabric that hugs the ...
Lilac One-Shoulder Gown with Hand Beaded Lace Detail
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a lovely custom couture evening gown that was created specifically for it's original owner. There are no labels present for the creator or fabric content. The dress is constr...
$191Sale Price|25% Off
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage pants trousers featuring a multi colored wall and flags print. These trousers feature : - Velvety touch material. - Front buttoning. - Front and back pock...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, 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...
Rare Natural Silver Raccoon Hooded Fur Coat
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage coat is made of very high quality silver raccoon fur is 3/4 lenght with an attached hood, rare to find. We offer more exclusive fur items, view our frontstore Details:...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Corset Plunged Décolleté Silver Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Corset Plunged Décolleté Sheer Panels Open Back Silver Evening Dress Gown Size M
1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Lace Dress with Hanky Hem
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Unique YSL hanky hem cocktail/evening dress from the early 1980's. The lace trim along the hem and all over the bodice has a touch of sparkle with jet black beading. Full flare to th...
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
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...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunning piece consisting of pants and jacke...
$744Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.11 in L 16 in
Marquise Ruby Charm Chain Necklace Girlfriend Gift in Solid 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Ruby Charm Chain Necklace Girlfriend Gift in 18K Gold studded with marquise cut ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Ruby...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
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