Mid 2000s Azzedine Alaia Supermodel Length White Knit w Nude Underlay Illusion Dress designer-pauline-trigere one of my favorite American

one of my favorite American designers

It really illustrates his genius in working with fine silks and chiffon

A second ring of plastic chain circles the hem as well

The fabric on the bust crosses over itself and gathers bring the dress in at one side to create the illusion that it has been wrapped around you

It has an almost military feel to it in the cut but with a softer

Mid 2000s Azzedine Alaia Supermodel Length White Knit w Nude Underlay Illusion Dress designer-pauline-trigere one of my favorite AmericanAzzedine Alaia pieces are always a delight to find. His knits were all self developed and are among the best out there. He started his career as a dressmakers assistant and copied couture gowns for wealthy Tunisian clients. In 1957 he moved to Paris and worked for Christian Dior for a grand total of five days. He then moved over to Guy Laroche and quietly started to get private commissions on the side. By 1960 he was doing mainly private work and