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Home • Fashion

Designer Divas: Azzedine Alaia

Designer Divas: Azzedine Alaia
By Essence · Updated October 28, 2020
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Amazing in Alaia

Naomi Campbell looks downright regal in this floor sweeping Alaia gown.

Designer Divas: Azzedine Alaia
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Amazing in Alaia

EMF 2011 headliner, Jennifer Hudson, chose an elegant, black Alaia dress for her performance at the Superdome.

Designer Divas: Azzedine Alaia
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Amazing in Alaia

Zoe Saldana is the picture of style and grace in this belted Alaia dress with strappy sandals.

Designer Divas: Azzedine Alaia
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Amazing in Alaia

First Lady Michelle Obama looks gorgeous in this chic, black Alaia dress.

Designer Divas: Azzedine Alaia
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Amazing in Alaia

Here, the First Lady adds definition to her sheath dress with Alaia’s signature corset belt.

Designer Divas: Azzedine Alaia
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Amazing in Alaia

Once again, the Alaia belt makes an appearance in Mrs. O’s wardrobe. Here it’s worn with a bow-tied white blouse with a matching skirt and cardigan.

Designer Divas: Azzedine Alaia
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Amazing in Alaia

Michelle Obama selects Alaia’s signature belt again to accent this classic purple sheath.

Designer Divas: Azzedine Alaia