ALAIA La Bombe ball embellished studded nude patent high heel sandal EU37.5
By Azzedine Alaïa, Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA La Bombe ball embellished studded nude patent high heel sandal EU37.5 Reference: LNKO/A01988 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Model: La Bombe Material: Patent Leather Colo...
Alaia Beige Leather Bombe Ankle Strap Sandals Size 40
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they display a classy design and comfortable insoles.
Alaia Beige Leather Bombe Ankle Strap Sandals Size 40
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they display a classy design and comfortable insoles.
Alaia Bombe 90 Studded Suede Sandals - 38.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, England
Alaia's 'Bombe' sandals are deftly crafted by hand and beautiful to admire - that's why Azzedine was often referred to as an artist or couturier (rather than a designer) because he h...
ALAIA La Bombe ball embellished studded nude patent high heel sandal EU37.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA La Bombe ball embellished studded nude patent high heel sandal EU37.5 Reference: LNKO/A01988 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Model: La Bombe Material: Patent Leather Colo...
ALAIA La Bombe ball embellished studded nude patent high heel sandal EU37.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA La Bombe ball embellished studded nude patent high heel sandal EU37.5 Reference: LNKO/A01988 Brand: Azzedine Alaia Model: La Bombe Material: Patent Leather Color: Beige P...
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe Studded Suede Sandals
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaïa's 'Bombe' sandals are punctuated with gunmetal pyramid studs that are carefully applied by hand.
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe 90 Studded Suede Sandals
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaïa's 'Bombe' sandals are deftly crafted by hand and beautiful to admire - this blush-pink suede pair is decorated with spheres and gunmetal pyramid studs at the supportive ankle s...
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe 110 Studded Suede Sandals
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaïa 'Bombe' sandals have been crafted in Italy from black suede and finished with round studded straps that mimic the label's signature laser-cut patterns.
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe Satin Sandals Eu 41 Uk 8 Us 11
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe Satin Sandals. Pink. Zip fastening - Back.
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe Studded Velvet Sandals Eu 38 Uk 5 Us 8
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe studded velvet sandals. Green. Zip fastening at back.
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe Studded Velvet Sandals Eu 38.5 Uk 5.5 Us 8.5
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe studded velvet sandals. Navy. Zip fastening at back.
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe Studded Suede Sandals Eu 39 UK 6 US 9
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe studded suede sandals. Made pink suede with the brand’s iconic studded detail along the ankle strap.
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe Studded Polka-Dot Watersnake Sandals
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Made in Italy, these black watersnake 'Bombe' sandals are decorated with painterly white dots and a row of hand-applied gunmetal studs at the ankle.
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...
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe Studded Suede Sandals EU 38 UK 5 US 8
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
These 'Bombe' sandals by Azzedine Alaїa are deftly crafted by hand and beautiful to admire, this suede pair is decorated with spheres and gunmetal pyramid studs at the supportive ank...
Azzedine Alaïa Bombe Studded Patent Leather Sandals EU 38 UK 5 US 8
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
These 'Bombe' sandals by Azzedine Alaïa are deftly crafted by hand and beautiful to admire, this patent-leather pair is decorated with spheres and gunmetal pyramid studs at the suppo...
Alaia Bombe T Strap Snakeskin White And Black Sandal Heels (EU 39.5)
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...
Alaïa Black Suede Bombe Sandals Size 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must buy! The black Bombe sandals are crafted from suede and feature an open-toe silhouette.
Alaia Metallic Bronze Leather Bombe Ankle Strap Sandals Size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must-buy! The Bombe sandals are crafted from leather and feature an open-toe silhouette.
Alaia Metallic Bronze Leather Bombe Ankle Strap Sandals Size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must-buy! The Bombe sandals are crafted from leather and feature an open-toe silhouette.
Alaia Black Patent Leather Bombe T-strap Sandals Size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must-buy! The black Bombe sandals are crafted from patent leather and feature an open-toe silh...
Alaia Burgundy Suede Leather Chamois Bombe Ankle Cuff Sandals Size 37
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted in a classy hue, we love these Alaia sandals. Designed to make a statement, they have a sleek silhouette and a nice fit. Wear yours under maxi skirts for a peek of glamour, o...
Alaia Burgundy Suede Studded 'Bombe' T-Strap Ankle Cuff Sandals Size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must buy! The burgundy-hued Bombe sandals are crafted from suede and feature an open-toe silho...
Alaia Burgundy Velvet Studded 'Bombe' T-Strap Ankle Cuff Sandals Size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must buy! The burgundy-hued Bombe sandals are crafted from velvet and feature an open-toe silh...
Alaia Burgundy Suede Studded 'Bombe' T-Strap Ankle Cuff Sandals Size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must buy! The burgundy-hued Bombe sandals are crafted from suede and feature an open-toe silho...
Alaia Burgundy Velvet Studded 'Bombe' T-Strap Ankle Cuff Sandals Size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must buy! The burgundy-hued Bombe sandals are crafted from velvet and feature an open-toe silh...
Alaia Burgundy Velvet Studded 'Bombe' T-Strap Ankle Cuff Sandals Size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must buy! The burgundy-hued Bombe sandals are crafted from velvet and feature an open-toe silh...
Alaia Burgundy Suede Studded 'Bombe' T-Strap Ankle Cuff Sandals Size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must buy! The burgundy-hued Bombe sandals are crafted from suede and feature an open-toe silho...
Alaia Beige Suede Bombe Embellished Open Toe Ankle Wrap Sandals Size 39
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must buy! The beige Bombe sandals are crafted from suede and feature an open toe silhouette.
Alaia Beige Patent Leather Bombe Stud Embellished Open Toe Sandals Size 36
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Alaia brings to you these fabulous Bombe sandals to make a statement every time you step out in them.
Alaia Metallic Bronze Leather Bombe Ankle Strap Sandals Size 39
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must-buy! The Bombe sandals are crafted from leather and feature an open-toe silhouette.
Alaia Black Patent Leather Bombe T-strap Sandals Size 39
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Artistically designed to adorn your feet with sheer elegance, these Alaia sandals are a must-buy! The black Bombe sandals are crafted from patent leather and feature an open-toe silh...
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Nude Crystal Embellished shoes Size 8.5
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Nude Crystal Embellished shoes Size 8.5 B Satin, Crystals, Leather Sole Slingback with adjustable buckle Never worn
New Roger Vivier *Caviar* Black Satin Bronze Embellished Shoes Sandals 37.5
By Roger Vivier
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roger Vivier *Caviar* Black Satin High Heel Sandals Designer size 37.5 Black Satin, Light Bronze Beads Embellished Throughout the T Strap, Buckle Closure, Thorn Shape Heel - 4.5 ...
Alaia Folded Embellished Leather Sandals IT38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Brossard, QC
Alaïa's slides will go with just about anything you pair them with, while adding a cool edge to your look. They’ve been crafted in Italy from leather with a folded toe and are embell...
Gold leather open-toe high heels sandals Alaïa
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Gold leather open-toe high heels sandals with 2 buckles closure on each foot. Heel height : 11 cm SHOE SIZE 38 1/2
Giuseppe Zanotti Women's 36 Jeweled T-Strap Sandal 1GZ1209
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 9.5 " Width: 3 " Height: 7.5 " OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Accessories: Box Signs of Wear: Size: 36 EU Exterior: Very Minor Rub...
New Valentino Garavani Beige Crystal Embellished T-Strap Pumps Shoes It 37.5
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Montgomery, TX
Valentino Garavani Crystal Embellished Pumps Shoes Italian size - 37.5 Beige Leather, Clear Crystals, Platform, T-Strap, Peep-Toe, Lined with Mesh and Leather, Satin Stiletto Heel,...
ALAIA nude leather double ankle strap criss cross strappy open toe sandals EU37
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA nude leather double ankle strap criss cross strappy open toe sandals EU37 Reference: SNKO/A00857 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Material: Leather Color: Nude Pattern: So...
ALAIA nude suede laser cut scalloped cage gladiator open toe flat sandals EU37
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA nude suede laser cut scalloped cage gladiator open toe flat sandals EU37 Reference: SNKO/A00870 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Material: Suede Color: Nude Pattern: Solid...
NWT Rene Caovilla Phard Nude Satin Crystal Embellished Shoes Sandals Italian 38
By René Caovilla
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Rene Caovilla Satin Crystal Embellished T-Strap Sandals Italian size - 38 Phard Nude Color, Cut-Out Detail, T-Strap Style, Crystal Embellished, Leather Insole, Glitter Sole. Heel...
ALAIA smooth leather open round toe double ankle strap stiletto sandals EU37
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALAIA black smooth leather open round toe double ankle strap stiletto sandals EU37 Reference: SNKO/A00860 Brand: Alaia Material: Leather Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Ankle St...
VALENTINO nude suede TAN-GO 100 CRYSTAL ANKLE STRAP Sandals Shoes 38
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Valentino Tan-Go 100mm high-heel sandals exude refined glamour with every step. Crafted in luxurious rose cannelle suede, they are adorned with shimmering crysta...
Sergio Rossi Crystal Embellished Cage Open-Toe Heels - EU 39
By Sergio Rossi
Located in Amman, JO
Sergio Rossi Crystal Embellished Cage Open-Toe Heels A striking pair of Sergio Rossi heels featuring an intricate cage-style silhouette adorned with shimmering crystal embellishment...
2000's Prada Saffiano Beige Leather Studded Sandal Heels
By Prada
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Prada open toe, t-strap heels from the 2000's. Crafted from the brand's iconic saffiano leather in beige and with gold tone metal studs throughout. 4" thin gold tone metal heel. Buck...
Dolce & Gabbana Black Leather Pearl Embellished Strappy Stiletto Sandals IT 39
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Eagan, MN
Dolce & Gabbana Black Leather Pearl Embellished Strappy Stiletto Sandals IT 39 Women's size IT 39 Shoe sizing is inconsistent across brands. It is recommended to know your sizin...
New Valentino Garavani Embellished Nude Suede Shoe Sandals It 38 - US 8
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Valentino Garavani Embellished Nude Suede Sandals Designer size 38 - US 8 Nude-tone Suede, Gold-tone Embellishment, Double Buckle at Ankle, Leather Sole and Lining. Heel Height ...
VALENTINO beige leather ROCKSTUD T-STRAP Sandals Shoes 37
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino Rockstud T-strap sandals in light beige leather embellished with signature pyramid studs in gold-tone metal. Have been worn and show some soft wear to the he...
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.
Whether they’re Hermès sandals, black Jimmy Choo boots, ivory-leather-and-pink-daisy heels by sublime shoemaker Manolo Blahnik or Christian Louboutin platform pumps, you can find your next pair of legendary luxury vintage and designer shoes today on 1stDibs.
Shoes offered by the likes of Versace, Chanel, Charles Jourdan or Prada are integral to completing your carefully orchestrated street-style or evening ensemble these days, but footwear wasn’t always the big deal it is for your average Adidas enthusiast.
The decorative floor-length gowns that upper-class women of the 18th century wore meant that their shoes, then likely featuring high curved heels finished with woven or embroidered silks — a sharp contrast to the heavy, rudimentary form of the era’s footwear for men — were partially or entirely obscured by the base of their ornate dresses. What good is fashion if it’s tucked away?
Our modern age’s legions of sneakerheads might have trouble tracking down a pair of black-and-gold vintage Jordans but can at least fill their dream closets with original Adidas Gazelles or 1980s New Balances if they put the time in, while 1990s-era Prada pumps or a good pair of mid-20th-century jewel-tone heels in satin or silk haven’t lost their allure with today’s nostalgic fashionistas.
A pair of shoes can commemorate an achievement, mark an important trip overseas and is sometimes a rich manifestation of a hard-won physical feat. On 1stDibs, find Chanel flats or two-tone heels, Christian Dior pumps, vintage Margiela Tabi boots and many more designer shoes today.