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Vintage Alaia Shoe

Alaia Fancy Suede Leather Ballet Flats Shoes
Alaia Fancy Suede Leather Ballet Flats Shoes

Alaia Fancy Suede Leather Ballet Flats Shoes

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Paris, FR

Alaia Black suede leather ballet flats shoes featuring fancy suede leather petals leather lining and a rubber sole.

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Late 20th Century French Vintage Alaia Shoe

Alaïa Paris "CALZATURE" Donna Wedge in Snakeskin
Alaïa Paris "CALZATURE" Donna Wedge in Snakeskin

Alaïa Paris "CALZATURE" Donna Wedge in Snakeskin

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Make a statement with these beautiful Alaïa Paris " Calzature" Donna Platform Wedges in a multi-color snakeskin.

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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

Azzedine Alaia nude suede boots, A/W 1989
Azzedine Alaia nude suede boots, A/W 1989

Azzedine Alaia nude suede boots, A/W 1989

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in London, GB

Azzedine Alaia by Diego Della Valle Autumn-Winter 1989

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1980s Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

1987 AZZEDINE ALAIA black suede ankle RUNWAY boots - size 40
1987 AZZEDINE ALAIA black suede ankle RUNWAY boots - size 40

1987 AZZEDINE ALAIA black suede ankle RUNWAY boots - size 40

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Black suede ankle boots designed by Azzedine Alaia for the Fall 1987 runway. Made in soft, matte suede, the boot is cut close to the ankle with a clean, minimal line that emphasizes ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

Black Alaïa Heeled Leather Boots with lace tie up 1986 runway piece
Black Alaïa Heeled Leather Boots with lace tie up 1986 runway piece

Black Alaïa Heeled Leather Boots with lace tie up 1986 runway piece

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in PARIS, FR

A pair from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1986 runway collection, produced by the Diego Dellavalle workshop, which at the time made footwear for the Alaïa fashion house. Delicate black leather la...

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1980s Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

Alaïa by Diego Dellavalle Black Heeled Mules Size 40- 1980s runway piece
Alaïa by Diego Dellavalle Black Heeled Mules Size 40- 1980s runway piece

Alaïa by Diego Dellavalle Black Heeled Mules Size 40- 1980s runway piece

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in PARIS, FR

A pair of black leather mules embodying the iconic aesthetic of Azzedine Alaïa in the 1980s, produced by the Diego Dellavalle workshop, which made footwear for Alaïa runway shows at ...

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1980s Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

Alaia Paris Leather and Wood Platform Wedge Sandals, Size 40
Alaia Paris Leather and Wood Platform Wedge Sandals, Size 40

Alaia Paris Leather and Wood Platform Wedge Sandals, Size 40

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

- Brown leather - Open Toe - Wood platform - Slingback - Made in Italy - Brand new, never worn

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Late 20th Century French Vintage Alaia Shoe

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Alaia White Leather Perforated Brogue Oxford Shoes 80S-90S
Alaia White Leather Perforated Brogue Oxford Shoes 80S-90S

Alaia White Leather Perforated Brogue Oxford Shoes 80S-90S

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a pair of vintage Azzedine Alaia white leather perforated shoes featuring diamond metal grommets and leather laces.

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1990s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

Alaia Suede Lattice Boots

Alaia Suede Lattice Boots

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Alaia Boots!
The prefect addition for fall.
They are in great condition.
Size 37 1/2

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1980s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA green suede ankle boots
1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA green suede ankle boots

1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA green suede ankle boots

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Green suede stiletto ankle boots with almond shaped toe from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1990's. Size 40 (approximately fits a modern US 9-9.5). Inside zips. Composed entirely of le...

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Late 20th Century French Vintage Alaia Shoe

1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA jet black suede ankle boots
1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA jet black suede ankle boots

1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA jet black suede ankle boots

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Black suede stiletto ankle boots with almond shaped toe from Alaia dating to the early 1990's. French Size 40 (US 9-9.5). Made in France. Composed entirely of leather. Interior zip ...

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1990s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA emerald green suede ankle boots
1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA emerald green suede ankle boots

1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA emerald green suede ankle boots

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Emerald green suede stiletto ankle boots with almond shaped toe from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1990's. Size 40 (US 9-9.5). Inside zips. Composed entirely of leather. Made in Franc...

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1980s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

Rare Azzedine Alaia Thigh High Boots
Rare Azzedine Alaia Thigh High Boots

Rare Azzedine Alaia Thigh High Boots

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Geneva, CH

Rare collectible early 90's Alaïa slim fit wool thigh-high boots. Red and black geometric cube print. Zip on the inner sides. The heel height is approx. 12.7 cm (5 inches) and the si...

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1990s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

Alaia Earthtone Lizard & Lucite High Heel - 36.5
Alaia Earthtone Lizard & Lucite High Heel - 36.5

Alaia Earthtone Lizard & Lucite High Heel - 36.5

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Alaia Earthtone Lizard & Lucite High Heel - 36.5.

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Late 20th Century French Vintage Alaia Shoe

Azzedine Alaia Black Lambskin Boots with Lace-Up Sides - 37.5 - 1990's
Azzedine Alaia Black Lambskin Boots with Lace-Up Sides - 37.5 - 1990's

Azzedine Alaia Black Lambskin Boots with Lace-Up Sides - 37.5 - 1990's

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Azzedine Alaia Black Lambskin Boots with Lace-Up Sides - 37.5 - 1990's. These gorgeous boots are a hot find for fall. They are mid-calf length with black stud-like lace-up sides. The...

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1990s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

ALAÏA S/S 91 Iconic Rare "Tati" Runway Heels
ALAÏA S/S 91 Iconic Rare "Tati" Runway Heels

ALAÏA S/S 91 Iconic Rare "Tati" Runway Heels

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Berlin, BE

Iconic and rare Azzedine Alaïa heels from his Spring Summer 1991 Tati Collection.

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1990s Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

ALAIA Size 8.5 Dark Red Suede Laser Cut T Strap Sandals
ALAIA Size 8.5 Dark Red Suede Laser Cut T Strap Sandals

ALAIA Size 8.5 Dark Red Suede Laser Cut T Strap Sandals

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Francisco, CA

ALAIA sandals come in dark burgundy red suede with four round laser cut straps, T strap, and covered stiletto heel. Made in Italy. Brand New. Marked: IT 38.5 Measurements: Heel: ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

Alaïa Suede Ankle Boots in Grey
Alaïa Suede Ankle Boots in Grey

Alaïa Suede Ankle Boots in Grey

Located in Carnate, IT

Alaïa Suede Ankle Boots in Grey Alaia Trocchetti. In gray suede leather with application of small studs. Italian number 38.5. The heel measures 13 cm. Never been used, they have ...

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Late 20th Century Vintage Alaia Shoe

Alaïa Leather Ankle Boots in Black
Alaïa Leather Ankle Boots in Black

Alaïa Leather Ankle Boots in Black

Located in Carnate, IT

Alaïa Leather Ankle Boots in Black Trocchetti Alaia. In black leather with elasticated part along the ankle. Italian number 40. The heel measures 13 cm. Never been used, they hav...

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Late 20th Century Vintage Alaia Shoe

AZZEDINE ALAIA Black Leather PLATFORM HEELS Shoes PUMPS Ankle Strap Sz 40
AZZEDINE ALAIA Black Leather PLATFORM HEELS Shoes PUMPS Ankle Strap Sz 40

AZZEDINE ALAIA Black Leather PLATFORM HEELS Shoes PUMPS Ankle Strap Sz 40

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Rome, Rome

Brand: AZZEDINE ALAIA Paris - Made in Italy Condition: (please read our condition chart below): EXCELLENT CONDITION: Very little wear, no visible defect. It has been used, but...

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Late 20th Century French Vintage Alaia Shoe

Alaia green suede platform heels, c. 1980s
Alaia green suede platform heels, c. 1980s

Alaia green suede platform heels, c. 1980s

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in London, GB

A pair of emerald green Alaia platform heels, c. 1980s. EU 38

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1980s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA woven purple leather heels with ankle straps - new
1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA woven purple leather heels with ankle straps - new

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA woven purple leather heels with ankle straps - new

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare purple, woven leather heels with ankle straps designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. French size 41. Insoles measure approximately: 10.75" long by 3.33" wide wi...

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1980s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

Alaia Vintage Iconic Pink and Off-white Canvas Espadrilles Rare Size 37 (FR)
Alaia Vintage Iconic Pink and Off-white Canvas Espadrilles Rare Size 37 (FR)

Alaia Vintage Iconic Pink and Off-white Canvas Espadrilles Rare Size 37 (FR)

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Nice, FR

ALAIA for TATI early 1990s iconic pink and off-white hound's tooth canvas espadrilles. Unworn condition (including flaws). A very rare and collectable find ! Fashion design...

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20th Century French Vintage Alaia Shoe

Alaia Vintage Iconic Navy Blue and Off-white Canvas Espadrilles Size 37 (FR)
Alaia Vintage Iconic Navy Blue and Off-white Canvas Espadrilles Size 37 (FR)

Alaia Vintage Iconic Navy Blue and Off-white Canvas Espadrilles Size 37 (FR)

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Nice, FR

ALAIA for TATI early 1990s iconic navy blue and off-white hound's tooth canvas espadrilles. Unworn condition (including flaws). A very rare and collectable find ! Fashion ...

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20th Century French Vintage Alaia Shoe

AZZEDINE ALAIA Black VELVET Ankle Strap PUMPS Heels HEELS Sz 39 w/ BOX
AZZEDINE ALAIA Black VELVET Ankle Strap PUMPS Heels HEELS Sz 39 w/ BOX

AZZEDINE ALAIA Black VELVET Ankle Strap PUMPS Heels HEELS Sz 39 w/ BOX

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Rome, Rome

Brand: AZZEDINE ALAIA - Made in Italy Condition (please read our condition chart below): MINT CONDITION: No sign of wear, nor defect.

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20th Century Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

Alaia crocodile heels
Alaia crocodile heels

Alaia crocodile heels

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Paris, FR

Tag ALAIA Size 36- UK 3,5 - US 5 Heels 11cm Leather Perfect condition Shipping worldwide with tracking number Photo: Naomi Campbell & Azzedine Alaïa by Arthur Elgort, 1987

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1990s European Vintage Alaia Shoe

ALAIA Brown & Black Suede Open Lattice Platform Boots
ALAIA Brown & Black Suede Open Lattice Platform Boots

ALAIA Brown & Black Suede Open Lattice Platform Boots

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

These stunning Alaia boots will be your go-to boots this fall. * They're made of brown suede with black suede edging the open lattice detail down the front. * They close with a z...

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Late 20th Century French Vintage Alaia Shoe

Vintage Alaia Black Suede Boots in Cutout Corset Style Lace Up Booties Size 37.5
Vintage Alaia Black Suede Boots in Cutout Corset Style Lace Up Booties Size 37.5

Vintage Alaia Black Suede Boots in Cutout Corset Style Lace Up Booties Size 37.5

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Portland, OR

These are wonderful vintage Alaia black suede boots with a lattice cutwork on the ankle! These adorable booties lace up the back and have a slightly rounded pointed toe. They have a ...

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1990s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

Rare Vintage Maud Frizon Snakeskin Shoes Size 37
Rare Vintage Maud Frizon Snakeskin Shoes Size 37

Rare Vintage Maud Frizon Snakeskin Shoes Size 37

By Maud Frizon

Located in Portland, OR

She was a very influential designer in the 70's and 80's and also designed for many well known designers including Alaia. We think her shoes are really remarkable!

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1980s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

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By Jean Paul Gaultier

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

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1990s Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

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Early 2000s Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

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By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Christian Dior by John Galliano gilet from the Fall/Winter 1998 collection is crafted from vibrant pink tweed with subtle multicolor flecks. The vest design features a high funn...

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1990s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

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Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat

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By Gianni Versace

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat Seen on Look 8 on the Runway in the beige color and on Kim Kardashian in the cropped version. Size IT 42 Condition: great vint...

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Early 2000s Vintage Alaia Shoe

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Conroe, TX

Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977... His Fi...

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Early 2000s Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

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By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage YSL knit top, with gorgeous rhinestones on each strap. Flattering fit, with incredible construction. In great condition. Approximately Size Small (lots of stretch) M...

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1970s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

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Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, 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...

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Early 2000s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

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By Christian Lacroix

Located in Sparks, NV

Incredible vintage Christian Lacroix strapless mini dress with a floral print and black raffia embroidered lace. Sexy iconic Lacroix! Fully lined with zip closure. The marked size is...

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1990s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Berlin, BE

Breathtaking Alexander Mcqueen Corset Gown. Cosmic rain, comet and astral crystal embroideries are hand-sewn to this stunnig evening gown. Powder blue Paris net bustier dress featuri...

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2010s Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent " Rive Gauche " Polka Dot Red & White Corset Bustier
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent " Rive Gauche " Polka Dot Red & White Corset Bustier

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent " Rive Gauche " Polka Dot Red & White Corset Bustier

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage YSL Rive Gauche red & white polka dot bustier/corset top.built in waistband support. Fully lined, and easily transitions from day to night. In great condition. Never wo...

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1980s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

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1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra

1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra

Located in New York, NY

1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra

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1950s Vintage Alaia Shoe

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Sophie Sitbon Cage Dress

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By Sophie Sitbon, Sophie Sitbon Paris

Located in Water Mill, NY

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1990s French Vintage Alaia Shoe

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Pale pink satin deshabillé with lace on the sleeve edge

Pale pink satin deshabillé with lace on the sleeve edge

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

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1940s Unknown Vintage Alaia Shoe

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Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Berlin, BE

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Early 2000s Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

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Mazzuchelli Vintage Sartorial Hooded Dress w Beading

Mazzuchelli Vintage Sartorial Hooded Dress w Beading

Located in Milano, IT

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1980s Italian Vintage Alaia Shoe

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Vintage Alaia Shoe For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary vintage alaia shoe you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in gray, beige and more. If you’re looking for a vintage alaia shoe from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. An accessory like this designed by Azzedine Alaïa and Maud Frizon — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. Finding a vintage alaia shoe for sale for women should be easy, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Vintage Alaia Shoe?

Prices for a vintage alaia shoe can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $350 and can go as high as $1,559, while, on average they fetch $498.

Azzedine Alaïa for sale on 1stDibs

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.