Azzedine Alaïa Vintage 1986 Embroidered Navy Blue Shirt Dress Women's
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in PARIS, FR
Dry cleaned A rare archival Alaïa piece
Azzedine Alaïa Vintage 1986 Embroidered Navy Blue Shirt Dress Women's
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in PARIS, FR
Dry cleaned A rare archival Alaïa piece
1980s Alaïa Oversized Glossed Nylon Vintage Trench Coat Jacket Archive Piece
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
This archive-level piece embodies the powerful, voluminous silhouette that defined Alaïa’s late 1980s outerwear, blending masculine trench vocabulary with his signature sculptural se...
Alaia Corset Red Editions Shoulder Handbag
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
This corset bag was a part of the new Editions wardrobe by the brand, which consists of pieces recreated from Alaïa’s archives all the way from the 1980s up to 2017.
Alaïa 1986 Brown Jersey Sculptural Drape Skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted in a supple stretch jersey, the skirt features a high waist, elongated line, and architectural draping that hugs and flows with the body, hallmarks of Alaïa’s mastery of form...
$680Sale Price|24% Off
Azzedine Alaïa Fall 2010 Textured Wool Skater Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Stunning archival Azzedine Alaïa textured wool skater dress from the Fall 2010 collection.
Vintage Alaïa Black Halter Bodysuit & Fishtail Knit Skirt Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in CACHAN, FR
Timeless, sophisticated, and unmistakably Alaïa, this rare archival set embodies the powerful femininity and body-conscious tailoring that made the house legendary.
Alaïa Paris Black Textured Knit Fit & Flare Dress, IT 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
The sculpted bodice and deep V neckline frame the figure, while the flared skirt moves fluidly with the body — a hallmark of Alaïa’s enduring design language. A timeless and wearabl...
Alaïa Ribbed Knit Mini Dress, Fall-Winter 1990-1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
Credit photos : Picture n° 8 -> unknown model via Vogue Runway / Condé Nast Archive at the Alaïa Fall-Winter 1990-1991 fashion show, look 74.
Alaïa 1985 Black Wool Dress with Vinyl Belt Distressed Condition
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A rare archival piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s early Paris years, this 1985 wool dress exemplifies the designer’s sculptural tailoring and provocative edge.
$378Sale Price|20% Off
Azzedine Alaïa Black Wool & Carbon Fiber Pencil Skirt - 1990s (Spring1993)
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
This stunning archival pencil skirt by Azzedine Alaïa is a masterpiece of minimalist construction and textile innovation.
$378Sale Price|20% Off
Azzedine Alaïa Camel Wool & Carbon Fiber Pencil Skirt - 1990s (Spring1993)
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
This stunning archival pencil skirt by Azzedine Alaïa is a masterpiece of minimalist construction and textile innovation.
Azzedine Alaïa Fall 1990 Ribbed Knit Green Dress – Scoop Neck & Ruffled Hem
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ribbed knit green dress in Size L is a rare archival piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s Fall 1990 collection, a season defined by its tension between structured authority and seductive...
Black Azzedine Alaia Dress
By Peter Sorel
Located in Chicago, IL
Taken at the Galleria Borghese, Rome Archival chromogenic print on Hahnemüle Photo Rag Paper. Edition of 12.
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Inkjet
Gold Azzedine Alaia Dress
By Peter Sorel
Located in Chicago, IL
Taken at the Galleria Borghese, Rome. Archival chromogenic print on Hahnemüle Photo Rag Paper. Edition of 12.
Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Inkjet
Price Upon Request
Naomi Campbell, Paris, Alaia
By Arthur Elgort
Located in New York, NY
Signed by the photographer
Archival Pigment
Price Upon Request
Yasmin Lebon, Azzedine Alaia
By Arthur Elgort
Located in New York, NY
This photograph is an Edition of 30. Please see additional editions listed below. All editions are signed by the photographer. Larger sizes may be available upon request.
Archival Pigment, Silver Gelatin
Price Upon Request
Naomi Campbell and Azzedine Alaia
By Arthur Elgort
Located in New York, NY
This photograph is an Edition of 30. Please see additional editions listed below. All editions are signed by the photographer. Larger sizes may be available upon request.
Archival Pigment, Silver Gelatin
Price Upon Request
Models after the Azzedine Alaia Fashion Show, Paris
By Arthur Elgort
Located in New York, NY
This photograph is an Edition of 30. Please see additional editions listed below. All editions are signed by the photographer. Larger sizes may be available upon request.
Archival Pigment, Silver Gelatin
Archival Azzedine Alaia Black Metallic Knit Bodycon Sheer Cutwork Fishtail Gown
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An ultra seductive and instantly recognizable Azzedine Alaia black cutwork patterned metallic accented stretch knit floor-length gown dating back to his 2012 fall-winter collection. ...
1996 Azzedine Alaia Documented Rare Nude Illusion Knit Bodycon Floor Length Gown
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Marked a large but fits more like a medium (varied due to stretch) Bust: 34-40 inches Waist: 26-32 inches Hips: 34-40 inches Total Length: 64 inches This 1996 Alaia ar...
ALAIA Size 4 Green & Gray Wool Blend Mesh Pleated Skirt Long Sleeve Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Archive ALAIA dress comes in in forest green and dark gray wool blend knit with a round crewneck, long mesh sleeves, fitted body, and pleated mesh stripe A line skirt.
Alaia Size XS Brown Stretch Wool Heart Knit Ruffle Mini Skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Archive ALAIA mini skirt comes in a chocolate brown wool blend knit with a high rise, heart pattern waistband, and A line ruffled flair silhouette.
Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black Open back Leather Coat Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black Open back Leather Coat Dress is a timeless piece.
Azzedine Alaia Magenta Acetate Knit Cocktail Dress, ss 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Azzedine Alaia Cocktail Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 1986 ▪ Constructed from magenta acetate knit fabric ▪ Body conscious fit ▪ Semi-sheer knee-length skirt with irregular heml...
Azzedine Alaïa S/S 1990 Mini Cotton Stretch Brown Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by Azzedine Alaïa - Sold by Skof.Archive - Spring Summer 1990 Collection - Mini dress in a warm brown tone - Features a figure-hugging silhouette with sculpted panel detai...
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 ribbed dress - Opens with a zip on the back - Plated motif on the bottom - Made in...
Azzedine Alaïa F/W 1991 Leopard wool knitted body and leggings set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Milano, IT
- Azzedine Alaïa archival iconic leopard wool two-piece set - Sold by Skof.Archive - Fall-Winter 1991 - Designed by Azzedine Alaïa - Crafted from high-quality worsted wool, showcas...
Azzedine Alaïa fastenings silver and dove gray princess coat, early 2000s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Milano, IT
- Early 2000s - Sold by Skof.Archive - Grey regular coat - Double breasted button - Above knee-length Composition: 100% Cotton Size: FR 36 - EN 40 - UK 8 - US 4 (EU) Measure...
Azzedine Alaia ivory and cream striped jersey knit maxi dress, ss 1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Gilles Bensimon Image 6, 9, 10: Alaia Runway Show, November 1991, Conde Nast Archive The photographs presented in this listing, with the exception of any reference or runway imagery...
Azzedine Alaïa F/W 1986-87 Navy knitted virgin wool bodycon cocktail dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Milano, IT
- Azzedine Alaïa knitted virgin wool dress - Sold by Skof.Archive - Fall-Winter 1986-87 - Half zip frontal closure - Turtleneck - Two frontal pocket with zipper closure - Knee-len...
Azzedine ALAÏA Documented Ivory Wool Knit Runway Cardigan Jacket, F/W 1984-85
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Munich, DE
The design became so iconic that Maison Alaïa re-issued the cardigan from the archives as the "Alaïa Edition 1985 Shawl Collar Jacket" for its Fall/Winter 2018 collection.
S/S 1992 Red & Ivory Graphic Houndstooth Knit Bodysuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare archival piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s Spring/Summer 1992 collection, this bodysuit exemplifies the designer’s mastery of form-fitting knitwear and graphic pattern.
Rare Archive Alaïa S/S 1992 “Mon Coeur est à Papa” Knit Bodycon Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Rare Archive Alaïa S/S 1992 “Mon Coeur est à Papa” Knit Bodycon Mini Dress, stretch fit.
Azzedine Alaia Black Floral Stretch Lace Mini Dress, fw 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Alaia Stretch Knit Lace Mini Dress ▪ Creative Director: Azzedine Alaia ▪ Fall-Winter 1990 ▪ Fashioned from black floral stretch knit lace ▪ Showcasing a wide ribbed knit...
1990 Alaia Iconic Black and Grey Corset Belt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Paris, FR
Circa 1990. See enclosed archive famous Alaia Book photo, also presented atParis Galleria Museum.
Unworn Alaïa Runway Ruffled Mini Shorts, Spring-Summer 1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
Fits approx. : US 0-4 / FR 34-36 Credit photos : Picture n° 3 -> unknown model by Condé Nast Archive via Vogue in the Alaïa SS1992 show, look 62
Unworn Alaïa Runway Knit Leggings Pants, Spring-Summer 1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
Fits approx. : US 2-6 / FR 36-38 Measurements (taken flat and unstretched) : Waist approx. 38.5 cm (15.16 inches) Total length approx. 97 cm (38.19 inches) Credit photo : Picture...
ALAÏA Rare Runway F/W 1986 Turquoise Blue Ribbed Zip Knit Cardigan Sweater
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
The sculptural cut allows effortless styling with both day and evening looks, while its rarity secures its place in any discerning Alaïa archive.
Gianfranco Ferré Vintage Fall Winter 1995 Runway Three-Piece Tuxedo-Inspired Set
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage Gianfranco Ferré Runway 1995 Three-Piece Tuxedo-Inspired Silk Blouse, Vest & Skirt Set This rare outfit from Gianfranco Ferré’s 1995 runway show is a striking mix of mens...
Gucci New Silk Ruffle Dress S/S 2018
By Gucci, Alessandro Michele
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning yellow silk dress by Alessandro Michele for Gucci. It is gorgeous with asymmetrical rows of finely pleated ruffles comprising the skirt, puff 3/4 length sleeves with ties...
MA Aqua Blue & Pink Silk Crochet Floral Embroidered Fringe Ombre
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW ATELIER Aqua Blue & Pink Silk Crochet Floral Embroidered Fringe Ombre Piano Shawl Dress with Victorian Clasp Decade: Material: Silk Vintage condition: Measurements O...
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Gold Lace Sequins and Beads Vintage 90s Top
By BADGLEY MISHCKA, Badgley Mischka
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA Couture gold lace beaded and sequined sleeveless top! Features high quality French lace. Hundreds of sequins and beads hand-sewn throughout. Hidd...
$39,500
W 0.25 in D 0.15 in L 17.5 in
Majestic 52 Carat Intense Purple Brazilian Amethyst & Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Tustin, CA
Magnificent, very majestic and opulent in real life, huge natural intense purple Brazilian Amethyst and diamond necklace is prong set in 18 karat white gold and has a combined total ...
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
Museum Chanel Vintage F/W 1996 Gold Brocade Mughal Jeweled Gripoix 96A Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This exceptional Chanel Fall/Winter 1996 gold jacket is a rare masterpiece inspired by Coco Chanel’s fascination with Orientalism in the 1930s. Featuring a structured Mandarin collar...
NWT Stunning Stella McCartney Saskia Dress Gown Seen on Emmys
By Chloé, Stella McCartney
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the best pieces I've seen from Stella McCartney. Seen at the Emmy's and was a drop-dead knockout! Elegance and high fashion at its best! This colorblock standout gown featur...
$9,674
W 3.63 in D 0.83 in L 5.08 in
Boucheron 1940s Lady's Ruby and Sapphire vanity case "Minaudiêre Bag"
By Boucheron
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Boucheron 1940s Lady's Ruby and Sapphire vanity case "Minaudiêre Bag" The rectangular case decorated to the front with a pierced design of birds amongst flowering vines, accented wi...
Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, 18k Gold
F/W 1999 Thierry Mugler Black Velvet Trim Evening Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
Fall Winter 1999 Thierry Mugler black floor length evening gown with a beautifully sculpted silhouette and dramatic sweetheart neckline. Soft black velvet trim outlines the bodice wh...
Vintage Roberto Cavalli S/S 2006 Silk Wrap Top Blouse Italian 46
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
An exceptional archival Roberto Cavalli silk wrap top from the celebrated 2006 collection, embodying the designer’s unmistakable bohemian glamour and sensual Italian craftsmanship. C...
GUCCI by Tom Ford Pink GG Monogram Logo Satin Lizard Barbiecore Horsebit Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning Gucci clutch Made of finest pink satin Ruched style, with the famous GUCCI GG Monogram stamped on silk Exotic Lizard Skin Trimming Mat-gold hardware Horsebit detail Fully ...
$22,920
H 5.5 in W 10.5 in D 2 in
Chanel 2014 Electric Blue Patent Leather Quilted Retractable Frame Clutch Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel electric blue quilted patent leather clutch with rectangle metal frame Year: 2014 Metallic blue cc logo Satin interior lining Zippered back pocket 10.5" W x 5.5" H x 2" D Ma...
HERMES Marron Fonce SHINY CROC KELLY 32 SELLIER Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly 32 Sellier Bag in Marron is exquisitely crafted from shiny porosus crocodile leather, showcasing a rich, deep brown hue with a luminous finish. Const...
MARIA GRACHVOGEL Vintage Mauve Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Maria Grachvogel Vintage 100% pure silk Opalescent purple mauve Pullover The neckline can be pulled taught across, cowl, off one shoulder, etc Size UK 10 Excellent vtg condition, sl...
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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