Skip to main content

Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

French, 1935-2017

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.

to
3
4
14
1
17
1
533
236
120
79
71
9
1
18
11
6
Designer: Azzedine Alaïa
Alaïa Beige Floral Lace Pointed-Toe Pumps
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
These Alaïa beige floral lace pumps are a stunning display of craftsmanship and elegance. Featuring an intricate cut-out lace design, each dainty flower creates a feminine and sophis...
Category

2010s Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

UNWORN Alaia Exotic Snake Skin High Heel Wedges Sandals 38 8
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Switzerland, CH
An AZZEDINE ALAIA classic signature piece that will last you for years This gorgeous pair of wedges made out of finest exotic skin Closure discreetly engraved with "ALAIA" Size EU 38...
Category

2010s Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

UNWORN Alaia Black Suede Platform Lace Up Boots Booties High Heels 37.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Switzerland, CH
An AZZEDINE ALAIA classic signature piece that will last you for years This gorgeous pair of booties are made out of finest black suede with lace up details at ankles Size 37.5 Made ...
Category

2010s Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Black Plaform Cutout Snakeskin Heel - 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Alaia Black Plaform Cutout Snakeskin Heel - 40 These Alaia heels are in very good condition with noticeable wear on bottom. These are snakeskin cutout p...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Studded Leather Ankle Boots size 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brossard, QC
Alaia Scalloped Accent Boots Soft leather boots with metal applications. Solid color Narrow toe line Stiletto heel Heel height: 4.25" Composition: 100% Goat Leather Lining: Leather S...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Black “Bottines” slingback heels - Size 37.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Alaia Black “Bottines” slingback heels - Size 37.5. The description is: 4.5” heel height Double strap with adjustable buckle Perforated leather looking like lace Multi size silver me...
Category

2010s Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

ALAIA black and creme suede ankle boots
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sexy and fun Alaia suede ankle booties. size 39. Worn once. Note: see red marks on the side heels **ALL SALES IS FINAL
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Logo Print Ballerina Flats 2000S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a pair of vintage Azzedine Alaia off white woven ballet flats with "ALAIA" logo print, and leather bottoms. Azzedine Alaia Paris Size 40 ...
Category

Early 2000s French Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Over Knee Studded Flat Boots size 36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brossard, QC
Crafted in Italy, Alaïa's black leather pair is backed in a stretch fabric for the perfect streamlined fit. Metal applications. Solid color Narrow round toe line Composition: 100% Go...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Black Suede Lace-up Corset Booties- '20s
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Milano, IT
Exquisitely crafted in black suede, the Alaïa Lace-up Corset Booties are your winter essentials. With triangular eyelets enhancing the chicness of the booti...
Category

2010s European Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Over Knee Studded Flat Boots size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brossard, QC
Crafted in Italy, Alaïa's black leather pair is backed in a stretch fabric for the perfect streamlined fit. Metal applications. Solid color Narrow round toe line Composition: 100% Go...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA woven purple leather heels with ankle straps - new
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
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 with 4" heels....
Category

1980s French Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA 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 c...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

UNWORN Alaia Black Suede Ruffle Platform Ankle Sandals High Heels 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Switzerland, CH
An AZZEDINE ALAIA classic signature piece that will last you for years This gorgeous pair of heels are made out of finest black suede with ruffle cut-out details at ankles Zipper clo...
Category

2010s Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

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. Wedge wraps around the ankle, Sz 38 1/2 These shoes come with their ...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Azzedine Alaia Patterned Platform Sandals Size 37.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Port Hope, ON
These platform sandals are made of coated canvas with suede trim, and the print is a delicate paisley. As with most Alaia footwear there is a surprise design element, and in this ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Studded Leather Ankle Boots size 36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brossard, QC
Alaia Scalloped Accent Boots Soft leather boots with metal applications. Solid color Narrow toe line Stiletto heel Heel height: 4.25" Composition: 100% Goat Leather Lining: Leather S...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

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
Category

Late 20th Century French Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Related Items
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Leesburg, VA
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977... Own a Piece of Fashion History His Final Collection for YSL 2004...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8
By Gucci
Located in Leesburg, VA
Worn Twice Uppers are Perfect 2005 Runway Show * Gucci * U.S. Size: 8 * Soft Brown Leather * Alligator Uppers * Gold Buckle * 4.25" Heel * Gold Leather Lining * With Gucci Boot Dust ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Gucci Suede Black and Gold Ad Runway Platform Heel, Fall Winter 2007 Sz 7.5
By Gucci
Located in Leesburg, VA
Gucci Platform Heels Rare Fall Winter 2007 Worn One Time Minor Wear to Sole Only * Stunning Suede Platforms * Black Suede * Gold Wire Threading * Size:...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Christian Dior Vintage 2004 Rasta Heels
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Vintage Christian Dior 2004 Rasta print heels. Features rasta pattern print all-over, butterfly bow at front, cut out front and high heel. Brand: Christian Dior Color: Multi Size: UK...
Category

Early 2000s French Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

MARNI Size 10.5 White Black Scribble Leather Low Top Sneakers
By Marni
Located in San Francisco, CA
MARNI x VEJA sneakers in a white & black leather with a scribble print throughout featuring a high-top style, rubber sole, and a lace up closure. Shoe trees not included. Made in Bra...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Agent Provocateur Sexy Red Bow Heels Slides Size 36 / 6 Made in Italy Never Worn
By Agent Provocateur
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy brand new, never worn AGENT PROVOCATEUR red satin heels! 1950s sex appeal, with a modern twist. Features a bow at each side, with red patent leat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

New Jimmy Choo Python Khloe Kardashian Heels Platform Pumps Sz 37.5
By Jimmy Choo
Located in Leesburg, VA
Brand New Stunning Jimmy Choo Heels Celebrity Platforms Saddle Brown Gold Hardware Size: 37.5 Heel 6" Front Platform 1.75" Zips Up the Back Python, Leather and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Tom Ford For Gucci Final Collection Python Runway Ad Suede Boots Sz 8
By Gucci
Located in Leesburg, VA
Gucci Snake Suede Boots Tom Ford For Gucci Final Collection Ad Runway Python Boots RARE * Black * Super Soft Suede Uppers * Snakeskin Heels * 1/2" Fro...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Resort Platform Espadrille Heels Sz 41
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Leesburg, VA
Tom Ford For YSL Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Canvas Wedges * Beautiful Beige Canvas * Dark Burnt Orange Leather * Size: 41 U.S. 10 * Gold Grommet Hardware...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

New Gucci Python Olympia S/S 2014 Runway Nicki Minaj Heels Booties Boots Sz 37.5
By Gucci
Located in Leesburg, VA
Brand New Stunning Gucci Python Booties S/S 2014 Runway & Ad Size: 37.5 Green Python Heel 4.5" Front Platform 1" Nylon Straps Zips Up the Interior Side Python & Leather Insole Acryli...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

New Eugenia Kim Leather Mink Pointed Toe Flats Shoes Sz 39 U.S. 8.5
By Eugenia Kim
Located in Leesburg, VA
Eugenia Kim $875 * Beautiful Deep Burgundy Napa Leather Mink Bow at Toe * Eugenia Kim did a limited collection of stunning shoes * Size: 39 (these run a half size small, so a U.S. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

New Gucci Stunning Cherry Pop Red Patent Leather Heels Pumps Sz 39
By Gucci
Located in Leesburg, VA
Brand New Stunning Gucci Patent Leather Heels Cherry Red Patent Size: 39 Heel 4.25" Front Platform 1.25" Peep Toe 3 Adjustable Straps Leather Footbed Patent Leather Heel With Gucci D...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Previously Available Items
Alaïa Vienne flat shoes mules EU39 Black leather lace US8.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in PARIS, FR
Alaïa mules Vienne model in black leather lace, leather exterior and interior, rubber heel. Size 39EU, heel 0.5 cm, insole 25 cm. The mules are delivered without original packaging o...
Category

2010s Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

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...
Category

Late 20th Century French Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

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
Category

1990s European Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

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. Azzedine Alaia Paris Fo...
Category

1990s French Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Leather Laser Cut Sandals
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Alaia Leather Laser Cut Sandals Black, white and red leather, flat sandals with buckle closure. Size - 37.5 Condition - Brand New Composition - Leather Comes With -...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia - 39 - White Laser Cut Leather Ankle Strap Sandals
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Amman, JO
Alaia white leather sandals featuring laser cut details. Rear Zipper closure, silver tone hardware and open toe. Heel Height: 12cm Overall Condition: very good Interior Condition: S...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Over Knee Studded Boots size 36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brossard, QC
Crafted in Italy, Alaïa's black suede pair is backed in a stretch fabric for the perfect streamlined fit. The comfortable elasticated top ensures they stay in place all day. Soft lea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Over Knee Studded Flat Boots size 40
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brossard, QC
Crafted in Italy, Alaïa's black leather pair is backed in a stretch fabric for the perfect streamlined fit. Metal applications. Solid color Narrow round toe line Composition: 100% Go...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia black suede ankle boots
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Carnate, IT
Alaia ankle boot. In black suede. Featuring small studs as bright application. Perfect for festive time! Number 36 Italian. Heels measure 13 cm. Condi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Studded Stiletto Bootie Black (39.5 EU)
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Montreal, Quebec
COLOR: Black MATERIAL: leather and studs SIZE: 38.5 EU / 8 US HEEL HEIGHT: 130 mm / 5” CONDITION: New. COMES WITH: Dust bag and box Made in Italy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Mini Bomb Strappy Blush Suede Sandal Heels (41 EU)
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Montreal, Quebec
These heels feature ultra soft suede goatskin in blush, a feminine stiletto heel, back zip fastening and delicate pink straps. COLOR: Blush (pink) MATERIAL: Suede uppers with leathe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Alaia Bombe T Strap Snakeskin White & Black Sandal Heels (39.5 EU)
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Alaïa's black and white snakeskin T-strap sandals are covered in semi-spherical ornaments detailed with polka dots, stripes, and zebra print. Featuring a leg-lengthening stiletto hee...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Azzedine Alaïa Shoes

Azzedine Alaïa shoes for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Azzedine Alaïa shoes available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of red and other tones. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Yves Saint Laurent, Roger Vivier, and Versace appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Azzedine Alaïa shoes from top boutiques around the world. Azzedine Alaïa shoes prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $302 and tops out at $3,500, while the average work can sell for $595.
Questions About Azzedine Alaïa Shoes
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Azzedine Alaia, a French fashion designer known as the “King of Cling,” is known for his body-hugging designs that were sculpted to celebrate the female form. On 1stDibs, find a variety of dresses from Azzedine Alaia.

Recently Viewed

View All