Alaia Tunisian-born designer Azzedine Ala?a opened his first Paris atelier in the 1970s after stints at Dior, Guy Laroche and Thierry Mugler. A hit with Hollywood's elite - including the likes of Greta Garbo - he launched his own ready-to-wear collection in 1980 and his second-skin dresses helped define the era, winning him the title 'King of Cling'. Today, expect intricately crafted ankle boots, statement ponyskin totes and chic laser-cut belts. |