1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe swing coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This 1980's Azzedine Alaïa jacket is made from soft, drapey rayon in a versatile taupe shade. It
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe swing coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This 1980's Azzedine Alaïa jacket is made from soft, drapey rayon in a versatile taupe shade. It
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AZZEDINE ALAIA Vintage 1980's navy knitted tiered ruffles plunge neck dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
AZZEDINE ALAIA Vintage 1980's navy knitted tiered ruffles plunge neck dress Reference: TGAS/C01665
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded RUNWAY dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
1986 Azzedine Alaïa hooded runway dress Extremely rare and highly collectible hooded runway dress
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
1989 AZZEDINE ALAIA black chenille RUNWAY dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare Azzedine Alaïa black chenille dress from the Fall/Winter 1989 runway collection. Made in
Azzedine Alaïa Voluminous Black Coat — c. 1988
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
An incredible piece from the late 1980s Alaïa era, showcasing the sculptural volume and precise
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA cropped ecru linen RUNWAY jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
structural, typical of Azzedine Alaia’s work in the mid-1980's, where fit and construction define the piece
1983 AZZEDINE ALAIA black suede skirt with ruching
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extremely rare black suede skirt from Azzedine Alaïa’s Fall/Winter 1983 collection. Constructed in
1985 AZZEDINE ALAIA black gabardine wool RUNWAY coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Exceptionally rare black wool coat designed by Azzedine Alaïa for the 1985 runway collection. This
1989 AZZEDINE ALAIA suede laser cut RUNWAY coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This is a 1989 Azzedine Alaïa runway coat that shows exactly why Alaia was so admired for turning
Azzedine Alaia nude suede boots, A/W 1989
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia by Diego Della Valle Autumn-Winter 1989
1990 AZZEDINE ALAIA deep navy blue printed runway skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare deep navy blue and white printed skirt designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1990 as
1985 AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe knit jacket with waist tie
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Taupe knit jacket with waist ties designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1985. Looks great
1983 AZZEDINE ALAIA deep brown semi sheer knit illusion dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare 1983 Azzedine Alaïa Semi-Sheer Knit Illusion Dress Exceptionally rare deep brown knit dress
AZZEDINE ALAÏA S/S 1988 Vintage Nylon Circle Skirt S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
Azzedine Alaïa Spring Summer 1988 nylon skirt Brand: Alaïa Designer: Azzedine Alaïa Collection
Azzedine Alaïa Burnt Orange Ribbed Knit Dress, F/W 1989
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Paris, FR
From Azzedine Alaïa’s iconic Fall/Winter 1989 collection, Look 16, this long burnt-orange ribbed
AZZEDINE ALAÏA SS 86 iconic and rare knitted shirt dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Milano, MILANO
Spring Summer 1986 iconic and rare knitted shirt dress by Azzedine Alaïa Silver press buttons on
Azzedine Alaïa Black Wool & Carbon Fiber Pencil Skirt - 1980s/90s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
This stunning archival pencil skirt by Azzedine Alaïa is a masterpiece of minimalist construction
Azzedine Alaïa Camel Wool & Carbon Fiber Pencil Skirt - 1980s/90s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
This stunning archival pencil skirt by Azzedine Alaïa is a masterpiece of minimalist construction
1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA jet black summer playsuit with draped skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
draped silhouette designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the late 1980's. Looks great worn during day or
very rare 1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded jersey dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Bias cut dress with a single swathe of darkest brown jersey forming a hooded bodice dating to 1984. Well documented piece. Very flattering seams. 'Hood' can be draped for a more conv...
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
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1983 vintage draped black suede skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
This skirt is a rare piece from Azzedine Alaia's vintage Fall/Winter 1983 collection, showcasing
1983 AZZEDINE ALAIA turquoise linen dress with cut out back
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Ultra rare, vivid turquoise linen blend dress with cut out back designed by Azzedine Alaia dating
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
Azzedine Alaia purple rayon dress and mini shorts, ss 1986
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia purple rayon dress and mini shorts ▪ Wide sleeves ▪ Black thin striped print ▪
Azzedine Alaia black leather jacket and skirt set, fw 1983
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Rare Azzedine Alaia black leather jacket and skirt set ▪ Wide-cut bolero jacket with open front
1987 AZZEDINE ALAIA black textured net RUNWAY button up shirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black, abstract textured, net, button up shirt designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to winter of
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
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
1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA black knit RUNWAY dress with wide elastic waistband
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning black Azzedine Alaia dress from 1984, cut close to the body. The front features a
1987 AZZEDINE ALAIA black worsted gabardine wool RUNWAY skirt with seams
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extremely rare black skirt from Azzedine Alaïa’s Fall/Winter 1987 collection. Constructed in jet
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA charcoal wool gabardine RUNWAY coat with seamed back
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa Rare Runway Coat, Fall/Winter 1986 An exceptionally rare and important example from
new 1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA black patent leather skirt with dual zippers
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare black patent leather skirt designed by Azzedine Alaïa for the Fall/Winter 1988 collection
1989 AZZEDINE ALAIA semi-sheer black ribbed dress with ruched back
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa Semi-Sheer Ribbed Dress, 1989 Extremely rare black ribbed knit dress from Azzedine
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1988 Vintage Plunging Semi-Sheer Midi Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Plunging Semi-Sheer Midi Dress Size XS Vintage Alaia sleeveless midi dress
Azzedine Alaia black leather and crochet pointed heels, ca. 1985-1988
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Pancaldi for Azzedine Alaia ca. 1985-1988
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
S/S 1986 Azzedine Alaïa Runway Shiny Copper Tone Sleeveless Bodycon Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Azzedine Alaïa's Spring/Summer 1986 collection, this bodycon dress debuted on the season's
1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA black knit runway dress with wide elastic waistband
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, jet-black dress with elasticized waist and draped bodice from Azzedine Alaia dating to
Azzedine Alaïa green and black wool jersey wrap dress, fw 1982
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaïa wool jersey wrap dress ▪ Green long-sleeve bodice ▪ Black knee-length wrap skirt
S/S 1986 Azzedine Alaïa Black Knit Halter Neck Bodycon Backless Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Azzedine Alaïa dress from the Spring/Summer 1986 collection is knit in black with a fitted
Azzedine Alaïa Dark Denim Zipped Dress, S/S 1986 Runway Look 9
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Paris, FR
From Azzedine Alaïa’s iconic Spring/Summer 1986 runway (Look 9), this dark denim dress exemplifies
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Runway Denim Lace-Up Hot Pants Shorts
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Runway Vintage Denim Lace Up Hot Pants Shorts Size: The shorts size tag
1985 AZZEDINE ALAIA black long sleeve RUNWAY dress with pointelle knit accents
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa, 1985 A rare black long sleeve gown from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1985 collection, made in
1987 AZZEDINE ALAIA 'Basque' runway skirt with artwork by Christoph von Weyhe
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This rare Azzedine Alaïa “Basque” skirt from the Fall/Winter 1987 runway collection is a striking
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
Azzedine Alaia grey knitted wool skirt with leather harness, fw 1987
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Presenting a captivating Alaia grey knitted wool high waist figure-hugging skirt from the autumn
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA heavy knit black RUNWAY cardigan sweater coat with zippers
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare Azzedine Alaïa black sculptural cardigan from the Fall/Winter 1986 runway collection. Made
Azzedine Alaia Charcoal Grey Wool Wrap Dress with Belted Waist, FW 1983
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This early Azzedine Alaïa design is crafted from charcoal grey wool, showcasing the designer's
1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA red and purple leather RUNWAY belt with brass pyramid studs
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Wide leather belt designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to 1988 and seen on the runway. The piece is
Azzedine Alaïa Linen Knit 3 Piece Bodysuit, Skirt & Cardigan Set, SS 1983
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Azzedine Alaïa. The set comprises three pieces: a bodysuit, a skirt, and a cardigan, all originating from
1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA red and purple leather runway belt with brass pyramid studs
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Wide leather belt designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to 1988 and seen on the runway. The piece is
1980s Azzedine Alaia Black Dolman Sleeve Vintage 80s Mini Dress or Sweater
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing early AZZEDINE ALAIA black mini dress or sweater tunic! Incredible design by the body
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! Features
Rare Azzedine Alaia Signature Fawn-Hue Form-Fitting Eyelet Accented Swing Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Alaia's wonderfully elegant form-fitting swing dress accented throughout with woven eyelets design
1980s Azzedine Alaia White Pique Cotton Vintage 80s Cropped Blazer Jacket Size 2
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Timeless vintage 80s AZZEDINE ALAIA stark white pique cotton double breasted crop blazer jacket
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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