Azzedine Alaia Sleeveless Shawl Lapel Coat Dress in Seafoam Green, FW 1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This Azzedine Alaïa coat dress from the Fall-Winter 1992 collection is made from a textured, plush
Azzedine Alaia Sleeveless Shawl Lapel Coat Dress in Seafoam Green, FW 1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This Azzedine Alaïa coat dress from the Fall-Winter 1992 collection is made from a textured, plush
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
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 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
1992 AZZEDINE ALAIA black chenille runway robe coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa black chenille robe coat, runway 1992 An exceptionally rare piece from Alaïa’s 1992
Vintage 1990's Azzedine Alaïa Padded Shawl Collar Long Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
A vintage Azzedine Alaïa black padded long shawl coat with leather corset belt. This amazing coat
Azzedine Alaia Chocolate Brown Tibetan Lamb Fur Coat, fw 2006
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
▪ Azzedine Alaia Chocolate Brown Tibetan Lamb Fur Coat ▪ Creative Director: Azzedine Alaia ▪ Fall
Azzedine Alaia black varnished pony hair trench coat, fw 2014
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Presenting an exceptional Azzedine Alaia trench coat, a true collector's gem from the autumn-winter
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
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
$4,966
Alaïa coat winter 2021
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ALAÏA - (Made in France) Sheep and lamb leather coat with fur and entirely embroidered with a
Alaïa 'skater' coat Winter 1992
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ALAÏA - (Made in France) Mid-length black blended cotton coat with a fitted waist and a skater
Alaia Black Coat With Metallic Gold Embroidery
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage black Azzedine Alaia soft black wool coat
Alaïa Black Wool Mid-length Coat, 2005
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Alaïa - Black wool mid-length coat with openwork leather. Size 36FR indicated. 2005 Winter
1990S Alaia Red Wool Empire Waisted Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
1990S Alaia Red Wool Empire Waisted Coat MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions
$2,792Sale Price|20% Off
ALAIA black leather TRENCH COAT Jacket 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia trench coat in black lambskin. With wide notch colar, belt loops at the waist, two flap
1980s Alaïa Oversized Glossed Nylon Vintage Trench Coat Jacket Archive Piece
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
A dramatic and incredibly rare Azzedine Alaïa Paris oversized trench coat crafted in a textured
Double-breasted coat in denim with cut-work and branded snap Alaïa
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Double-breasted coat in denim with cut-work and branded snap. Fabric composition: 100% cotton
Alaïa Neuf Manteau Laine Marine FR40 Dark Navy Wool Duffle Coat UK12 US10 NWT
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in PARIS, FR
Alaïa duffle coat in thick, navy blue (almost black) whipcord wool, oversized silhouette, round
Alaïa long white jacket 1985s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
artistic direction of Azzedine Alaïa. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: about 160 cm
Alaïa Seamed Knit Moto Fringe Jacket FR44
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brossard, QC
Fitted moto silhouette while fringe trims the hem and cuffs for a touch of playful movement. Round neck Long sleeves Front zip close Fringe trim Viscose/polyester/polyamide Dry clean...
Alaïa Chevre Cachemire Black Cropped fur ! Flattering cut size FR 36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Alaïa Cropped goat cashmere fur! Size FR 36 Original Price €5000 The flattering cut makes the
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
Vintage Alaïa Wool Coat Dark Grey, Size 8
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Alaïa Wool Coat Dark Grey, Size 8 • 3/4 sleeves • Mid length • Deep V-neck • Front button
Unavailable
1988 Azzedine Alaïa Silk Evening Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exceptional Spring/Summer 1988 Azzedine Alaïa hooded silk evening coat. Simple button closure at
Alaïa Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Made with the idea that a body's figure should be shown no matter what, Alaïa deisgned this
Alaia Ponyhair Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Flared, double breasted Alaia hair calf coat in a black and white zebra pattern. The lining is
New AZZEDINE ALAÏA Felted Wool Babydoll Cape in Indigo FR38 US 4-6
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brossard, QC
Step out into the open with this bold cape coat from Azzedine Alaïa that will shield you from
Alaia NWT Black Wool Paneled Single Breasted Long Sleeve Trench Coat SZ 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Chicago, IL
Retails at $9790. Classic, yet sleek this trench coat is perfect for any occasion. Felt wool
Unavailable
Alaia Leather Trenchcoat 1980s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This fabulous 1980s Alaia leather trenchcoat has deep cut raglan sleeves. Very full cut with a
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
AZZEDINE ALAÏA F/W 1986 Collectors Runway Coat FR42
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
Measurements: Shoulders 52cm Bust 48cm Waist 38cm Hip 54.5cm Length 95cm This Azzedine Alaïa coat is a vintage
Azzedine Alaia Olive Green Suede Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Azzedine Alaia olive green suede equestrian style coat with cream suede piping, deep font pockets
AZZEDINE ALAIA jet black wool coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Classic jet black wool coat with double layer at top from Azzedine Alaia. Labeled a French size 38
Azzedine Alaia 1986 Vintage Denim Jacket Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
VINTAGE AZZEDINE ALAIA 1986 RARE DENIM JACKET COAT Dark wash blue Alaïa denim jacket with pointed
Vintage Azzedine Alaia Iconic Pony Hair Leopard Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning vintage pony hair Azzedine Alaia leopard print coat with black double button closure, a
very rare 1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA leopard coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare faux leopard fur coat from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. French size 40, which
AZZEDINE ALAIA jet black gaberdine wool pea coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Classic jet black wool gaberdine coat with double breasted closure from Azzedine Alaia. French size
AZZEDINE ALAIA oyster wool coat with flared skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Oyster colored wool coat with notched lapels, seamed skirt and belted waist designed by Azzedine
1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA black voluminous skirted RUNWAY coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare Azzedine Alaïa black coat from the Fall/Winter 1988 runway collection. This striking
AZZEDINE ALAIA navy sheer silk trench coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Navy blue sheer silk trench from Azzedine Alaia dating to 1992. Fits a variety of sizes due to the
AZZEDINE ALAIA burgundy gabardine coat with wrap around pockets
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Beautiful wine toned gabardine coat with oversized wrap around pockets from Azzedine Alaia dating
Azzedine Alaïa Fitted Wool Double-breasted Prussian Blue Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
Crafted from a refined wool, this coat adopts a perfectly fitted, double-breasted cut. Its
1987 AZZEDINE ALAIA flared brown shearling coat with shawl collar
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Brown shearling coat with flared hem designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to 1987. Coat is labeled a
1987 AZZEDINE ALAIA flared brown shearling coat with shawl collar
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Dark brown shearling coat with flared hem designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to 1987. Coat is
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
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA oversized boucle wool coat with wrap around pockets
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Brown and turquoise boucle wool coat with open collar and wrap around pockets designed by Azzedine
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA deep plum wool coat with unique buckles at back
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare deep plum wool coat with unique adjustable metal buckles at back from Azzedine Alaia
AZZEDINE ALAIA wool wrap poncho jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous wrap 'blanket' style wool jacket. Single snap closure at neck. Can be worn numerous ways. Cropped body with long wide sleeves that can be cuffed. Colors are blue, green, bro...
Sold
Alaïa wool coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ALAÏA - (Made in France) Long alpaca coat with white cotton. Size 42FR indicated. Condition: Very
AZZEDINE ALAIA red basket weave shrug
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vibrant red basket weave shrug from Azzedine Alaia. Size 'S'. Very soft and stretchy knit
F/W 1990 Azzedine Alaïa Runway Genuine Python Skin Oversized Black Trench Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Fall/Winter 1990 collection, this incredible black Alaïa trench coat is crafted entirely
Alaïa White Cotton Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Alaïa - (Made in France) White cotton coat, fitted at the waist. Size indicated 40FR, it fits a
Alaia Faux Fur Hooded Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Azzedine Alaia black faux fur double breasted swing coat featuring a hooded collar.
1990s Alaia brown wrap coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Austin, TX
Classic Alaia dark brown wool wrap coat. Belt to close, two side pockets that connect to the
AZZEDINE ALAIA faux leopard fur jacket with frog closure
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare faux fur bolero jacket with black woven frog closure by Azzedine Alaia dating to the
Alaïa Oversized Scarf Coat, 2022
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Alaïa - Oversized scarf coat with black and red stripes. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR/38FR
ALAIA midnight blue fitted coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Incredibly shaped, corset jacket from Alaia. Ca. 1985. Softest corrugated velvet fabric! Double
Alaia Black Coat With Pleated Lace Skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Azzedine Alaia black coat featuring a pleated
Iconic Alaia Leopard Faux Fur Coat 1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Azzedine Alaia faux fur coat with matching belt. Coat is fully lined and features side
Alaia Moss Green Trench Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a double breasted Alaia trench coat in light moss/mint green color with attached belt
1990S ALAIA Black Wool Knit & Snakeskin Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
1990S ALAIA Black Wool Knit & Snakeskin Coat
Alaïa Duster Coat S/S 84
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
- Spring /Summer 1984 Runway collection by Azzedine Alaïa - Sold by Mae Vintage London - Taupe
Alaia Blue Grey Tailored Coat With Black Buttons
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to offer a vintage blue-grey Azzedine Alaia tailored coat with
Black shearling coat with zip AlaÏa Paris
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black shearling coat with zip and zipped pockets. SIZE XL (46 It)
AZZEDINE ALAIA silver dress and cardigan set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Incredibly sexy, metallic silver and black dress with matching cardigan. Seamed in all the right places. Very clingy fit. Slightly sheer. Size XS. EXCELLENT CONDITION.
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Iconic Tati Checkered Black and White Crop Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Vintage Tati Cropped Jacket FR 36 Alaïa cropped jacket with geometric
Alaia Pale Ivory Buttonless Mini Trench Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Azzedine Alaia buttonless pale ivory mini trench coat with oversized collar, soft shoulders
Alaïa Women's Gray-Green Wool Belted Skirted Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Never Worn. No visible wear to coat is evident on this used Alaïa designer resale item
Alaia Felted Wool Babydoll Cape Coat FR38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brossard, QC
Step out into the open with this bold cape coat from Azzedine Alaïa that will shield you from
Leather coat with snap and winter lining Alaia
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Leather coat with snap and wool lining ( there is no fabric tag so not sure it's wool, may be mix
ALAIA Grey Cotton Trench Coat With Belt SZ - 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
ALAIA Grey Trench Coat With Belt. Features Six Buttons On Double Breasted Front Side. Coat Is 100
Phenomenal Alaia Sage Satin Finish Oversized Trench Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous Alaia coat. This trench style coat is composed of silky yet strong sage hued
ALAIA Size 8 Black Lamb Skin Double Breasted Peplum Dress-Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Francisco, CA
ALAIA coat comes in a black lamb skin leather with a full liner featuring Azzedine Alaïa
Alaia
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Alaia, moss green, fitted, wool jacket with large "shawl" collar.
Alaia
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing faux fur overcoat with exaggerated collar and a self waist sash in Alaia's iconic leopard
ALAIA
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Distressed chocolate brown coat with cream shearling lining. Two large slash side pockets with zip
ALAIA PARIS NWT Black Button Down A-Line Coat Sz. 44
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
ALAIA PARIS NWT Black Button Down A-Line Coat Sz. 44 Made in France Materials: 100% wool, 100
Alaia
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Leopard print brushed cotton long swing coat. Iconic Alaia Fall 91-92
AZZEDINE ALAIA black plush coat
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Softest faux fur ever! Double breasted with a shawl collar. Very fitted bodice. Hidden pockets at hips. Jet black. Fully lined. FR 40. PERFECT CONDITION
Alaia
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Camel color faux fur ankle length double breasted pea coat. Fully lined in peach silk satin.
Incredible Vintage Giorgio di Sant Angelo 80s White Fully Beaded Bodycon Dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible, sexy, and timeless vintage 1980s Giorgio di Sant Angelo white beaded dress! Encrusted with thousands of seed beads, rhinestones, etc...The detail on this sexy little numb...
Guy Laroche Long Wool Coat
By Guy Laroche
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous Guy Laroche Brown Wool Coat. Two front pockets, buttons down front. Condition: Excellent. Size 42/ US 8 ( mannequin is size 6 ) We accept returns for refund, please see ou...
Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous colorful fine silk knit halter dress from Missoni in a red, orange, blue, yellow, white, lavender and black abstract pattern. It slips on over the head and has 2 black str...
$175Sale Price|30% Off
Size: French 36 (Best Fits US 2-4)
Thierry Mugler Silk Animal Leopard Print Top, C.1990
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Atlanta, GA
Purrrr-fection! This Thierry Mugler C.1990 silk top is loaded with feline details beyond the animal print. It snaps at the back with an hourglass silhouette which nips at the waist...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Givenchy Style: Princess Coat Color(s): Brown Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Cont...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
Chanel S/S 1999 Sheer Knit Mesh Black Maxi Dress Gown
By Chanel
Located in Naples, FL
Chanel S/S 1999 Sheer Knit Mesh Black Maxi Dress Gown FR 34 Black Chanel sheer stretchy dress with rib knit pattern throughout, V-neck and logo adornment at nape. From the Spring 19...
1970s Emanuel Ungaro Parallele Paris Vintage Camel Wool Cape Coat/ Jacket
By Parallele, Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible vintage heavy wool cape coat by Emanuel Ungaro from the 1970s. Single button closure at the front of the neck. Beautiful camel colored wool. Unlined. This cape should fit ...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER A/W 1985-1986 Green Quilted & Padded Satin Coat
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Munich, DE
This is one of Jean Paul Gaultier's rare and runway presented quilted satin coats from his A/W 1985-1986 collection. I am happy to have found documentation of different-coloured twi...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Gold Floral Embellished Evening Bag Purse Clutch
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Gold hardware Floral embellished pattern Envelope style Excellent Condition, oxidation on the chain Measurements in inches laying flat: length 9, height 5 (4 ...
1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s Loris Azzaro brown sequin metallic strapless cocktail party dress. fit size 4
Vintage 1950s Black Evening Gown with Iridescent Green & Blue Leaf Pattern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage gown is composed of a black silk with a leaf motif in metallic hues of blue and green. The dress features a fitted bodice with flared skirt. There are center back button...
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
Gucci F/W 2006 Runway Plunging Neckline Gold Metallic Mini Dress
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci F/W 2006 Runway Plunging Neckline Gold Metallic Mini Dress Size M Gucci gold metallic mini dress featuring plunging neckline, long sleeves and tie accents at neck. From the Fa...
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...
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.
There is a stylish garment for anywhere in the universe, and on 1stDibs, finding the right vintage and designer coats and outerwear doesn’t have to feel like a journey to the ends of the earth.
Outerwear includes many types of garments aside from the standard coat. From capes, gilets, jackets and cloaks to raincoats and kimonos, fashion designers have long been preparing us for the elements, and outerwear in general has changed and evolved significantly over time.
A lot of the coat styles in our closets, such as the durable Navy-inspired peacoat, were popularized by soldiers who battled aggressive climes in their regulation field jackets and parkas — indeed, keeping troopers comfortable guided the design of the military surplus garments that have often become buzzy fashion trends. Even today, owing to the likes of Burberry, a luxury fashion house that is among the originators of the trench coat worn by British officers during World War I, the trench remains a timeless style, now available in a range of colors that can be worn throughout the year.
While women in late 1700s England donned an adaptation of a men’s jacket called a spencer — the likeness of which could be spotted in Ralph Lauren’s ready-to-wear collections hundreds of years later — designers hadn’t widely been crafting outerwear specifically for women. Generally, the outerwear of choice for the fashionable, well-heeled lady prior to the 1800s usually consisted of capes, shawls and stoles. By the mid-1800s, women were wearing overcoats with multiple layered collars popularized by men (often called a Garrick coat in England), and as women entered the workforce during the 1920s, hemlines climbed, jewelry was prominent and fashion conventions were broken across the board.
Thankfully, the 20th century’s tradition of challenging the norm continues steadfast in today’s outerwear fashions. Contemporary designers certainly find inspiration in 1960s and 1970s coats by Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Bonnie Cashin, but unisex options abound in modern creations that take both function and style into account. Find what inspires you in the full range of vintage and designer coats and outerwear available for sale on 1stDibs.