Azzedine Alaia S/S 1994 Vintage Black Long Chenille Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1994 Vintage Black Long Chenille Dress Size XS Black Alaïa sleeveless maxi dress with scoop neck and zip closure at center back.
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1994 Houpette chenille knit mini dress XS
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
An iconic 90's vintage designer dress by Azzedine Alaïa - a work of art by the sadly departed couturier and ‘King of Cling’. This soft sculptural dress is made of ‘houpette’, a cheni...
Fall 1989 AZZEDINE ALAÏA Runway Black Velvet Knit Shawl Collar Open Front Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Munich, DE
The eighties belonged to Alaïa,” blared The Independent in 1994, 14 years after the Paris-based Tunisian “burst” onto the scene with his first tough-chic ready-to-wear collection.
Azzedine Alaia Spring 1994 Houpette Chenille Green Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hertfordshire, GB
Vintage Azzedine Alaïa Spring 1994 "Houpette" Dress - versions seen on the runway, in campaign images & held in museums Dark forest green chenille knitted dress Very soft plush st...
Azzedine Alaia black chenille-knitted 'Houpette' dress, ss 1994
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, London
Azzedine Alaia; Black chenille-knitted figure-hugging 'Houpette' dress with radiating concentric chenille bands Spring-Summer 1994
Azzedine Alaia black leather fringed lace up bra, ca. 1994
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, London
Azzedine Alaia; Black leather fringed bra with yellow leather backing, lace up fastening, built in padded bra and side zip closure ca. 1994
Alaia 1994 black leather bra with fringing
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia 1994 black leather bra with fringing, lace fastening, zip closure and built in padded bra Refence: Stephanie Seymour (wearing the same bra) and Azzedine Alaia Photographed by ...
Azzedine Alaia 1994 Vintage Chenille Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia 1994 Vintage Chenille Dress Size XS Black Alaïa short sleeve mini dress with faux fur trim, mock neck and zip closure at back.
AZZEDINE ALAIA 1994 Vintage Black Chenille Pant Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Azzedine Alaia 1994 Vintage Runway style 2 piece set Jet black Both top and pants pull-over Size XS Excellent vintage condition, minor feeling of wear Measurements in inches laying...
Azzedine Alaia SS 1994 houpette mini dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Carnate, IT
Azzedine Alaia black chenille knitted 'houpette' mini dress.
Alaïa black chenille-knitted evening gown, 'Houpette', C. 1994
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Iconic and rare Alaia black chenille-knitted evening dress, spring-summer, 1994.
Azzedine Alaia black leather fringed lace up bra, fw 1994
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia; Black leather fringed bra with yellow leather backing, lace up fastening, built in padded bra and side zip closure Fall-Winter 1994
1994 AZZEDINE ALAIA suede laser cut skirt with colored fringe
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare jet black suede laser cut skirt with colorful fringed leather underlay from Azzedine Alaia dating to 1994. Fits a size 4 (26" waist). 18" length.
Rare Alaia Vintage S/S 1994 Houpette Black White Plush Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This rare Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from Spring 1994 is a masterclass in sculptural knitwear.
Azzedine Alaia black silk chiffon and leather cape and skirt ensemble, c. 1994
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Comes with silk shorts to wear underneath. c. 1994
Alaia 1994 Burgundy 'Houpette' Dress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Circa 1994 from Alaia's S/S collection, this stunning 'houpette' dress, which translate to “a tuft of woolen threads”, features a body conscious silhouette with rows of ribbed chenil...
Azzedine Alaia black chenille pant suit, ss 1994
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
High waisted flared pants. Spring-Summer 1994
Azzedine Alaia black laser-cut leather corset bra, fw 1994
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Fall-Winter 1994
1994 AZZEDINE ALAIA navy blue and green wool cropped cardigan sweater
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Deep navy-blue and green cropped wool cardigan sweater with raised weave and shell buttons designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to fall of 1994. Labeled a size 'S'.
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Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6 (Runs Small)
Azzedine Alaia Laser-Cut Black Leather Dress with Multicolor Fringe, SS 1994
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This rare Azzedine Alaïa leather dress from the Spring-Summer 1994 collection exemplifies the designer's precision and innovative craftsmanship.
1994 AZZEDINE ALAIA deep navy blue and green oversized wool cardigan sweater
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Deep navy-blue and green oversized wool sweater with raised weave and shell buttons designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to fall of 1994. Labeled a size 'S' however this is very oversiz...
1994 Alaia Black Suede Cut Out Skirt with Green Red and Blue Tassels
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Model Beverly Peele attended the 1994 CFDA Awards in New York with Azzendine Alaïa and wore the maxi-version of this skirt.
Paris Interiors Coffee Table or Library Book, circa 1990s
By TASCHEN
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful book is translated in all three languages at once; English, French and German, and features interior designs from some of the best global and iconic designers includin...
Paper
Azzedine Alaia Spring 1994 Houpette Chenille Green Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hertfordshire, GB
Vintage Azzedine Alaïa Spring 1994 "Houpette" Dress - versions seen on the runway, in campaign images & held in museums Dark forest green chenille knitted dress Very soft plush ...
1994 Azzedine Alaia Chenille Faux Fur Plunging Black Robe Dress Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1994 Azzedine Alaia Please contact for more information and/or photos.
AZZEDINE ALAIA suede laser cut dress with colored fringe
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Oakland, CA
Very rare jet black suede laser cut dress with colorful fringed leather underlay from Azzedine Alaia dating to 1994. Dress fits a size 2 or 4.
Black Fringed Fox Fur Stole Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This beautiful stole collar is made of black soft High-quality fox fur with fringed rabbit fur. We offer more luxury fur products, view our frontstore. Details: Fully lined Nice to ...
Chanel Vintage S/S 1998 Silver Crystal Chiclet Straps Black 98p Gown Dress
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Meet this exquisite vintage Chanel dress from the iconic Spring/Summer 1998 collection, famously worn by the stunning Naomi Campbell. Crafted from luxurious black wool crepe, its sil...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2006 Runway Cutout Semi-Sheer Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2006 Runway Cutout Semi-Sheer Dress Look 30 from the Spring 2006 Collection. Condition: Very good vintage condition, please note size and fabric tags have been...
John Galliano Acid Wash Denim & Mongolian Fur Skirt
By John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage John Galliano acid wash denim tiered skirt with mongolian fur trim at the hem of each tier. Collection 2002 Excellent Condition. Size: FR 44
John Galliano S/S 2005 Cherry Print Tie Up Silk Slip Mini Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Englishtown, NJ
John Galliano S/S 2005 Cherry Print Tie Up Silk Slip Mini Dress FR 40 Excellent Condition, main brand tag was removed.
New $24.000 Gucci Crocodile Dusty Turquoise Top Handle Shoulder Strap Medium Bag
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Gucci Crocodile Bamboo Top Handle Bag with Shoulder Strap F/W 2017 Collection, Size Medium. Dusty Turquoise Crocodile Leather, Top Handle Bag with Removable Crocodile Shoulder St...
New Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Brown Gold-Leafing Velvet Blazer Jacket 42 44 / 6 8
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Brown Metallic Gold-Leafing Velvet Evening Blazer F/W 2006 Collection Designer sizes available 42 and 44 - US 6 and 8 Unique Cavalli Metallic Gold-Leafing Design ...
Gorgeous Vintage Red Fox Fur Jacket Excellent Condition, 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s red fox fur jacket! Stored in a fur storage facility, and in excellent condition. Features the softest fox fur, with a beige silk lining. Two fur hook-and-eye closures...
$975
Size: 40 / US 9.5 - 10
2000s Givenchy Silver Metallic Snake Print Shoes / Kitten Heels Sz 40 / 9.5 - 10
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful brand new pair of early 2000s / Y2K vintage silver Givenchy kitten heels! Just the right amount of height. Silver Givenchy logo plate on each toe. Unique shaped toe that is...
Moschino Couture Cut out Color Block Dress
By Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dress from Moschino Couture in black with off white trim. It is sleeveless with a V neckline, a waist cut out below it and a low cut back, all trimmed in off white. The d...
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 1997 Mini Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Norwich, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano gunmetal silk and black lace slip dress. From the Fall/Winter 1997 collection. Condition Very good Faint water mark near hem, more visible on th...
NWT FW 2004 Tom Ford x Gucci Silver Snake White Mink Leather Crystal Shoes 36
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Silver-Tone Real Mink Swarovski Crystal Sandals F/W 2004 Collection Italian size - 36 B (US - 6 B) Swarovski Crystal Embellished Wrap Style Ankle Shoes 100% Real M...
Versace Palazzo Thigh High Black Suede Stiletto Boots 36 - 6
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Thigh High Black Suede Stiletto Boots Italian size 36 - US 6 These Palazzo slide-up thigh high suede boots are a quintessential style for the modern woman. Slide-up soft sued...
Alexander McQueen sequin 'Joan' jacket, fw 1998
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Introducing the Alexander McQueen Autumn-Winter 1998 'Joan' sequin jacket, a truly extraordinary piece that reflects the late designer's profound artistic vision and storytelling. T...
Beautiful Vintage Eletra Casadei Lipstick Red Flutter Dress w/ Rhinestones
By Eletra Casadei, Casadei
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Eletra Casadei lipstic red dress! Casadei dresses are hard to come by, and when they arise, they are scooped up quick! This beauty is a prime of example of that rea...
Thierry Mugler Double Breasted Dress with Cutout Back 1990s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dress in light weight black wool dress from Thierry Mugler. It is gorgeous abstract shaped black silk lapels and short sleeves with snap cuffs. It has a double breasted ...
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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