1987 Azzedine Alaia Naomi Campbell Featured Runway Sheer Lace Mini Dress

This ultra seductive and totally iconic Alaïa sheer inky-black lace long sleeve mini dress dates back to his epic 1987 fall/winter collection. Founded in Paris in 1980, Azzedine Alaïa built his reputation on an obsessive understanding of the female form, and an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship. Revered by models, artists, and collectors alike, Alaïa redefined sensuality through precision, creating garments that celebrate the body rather than overpower it.

Modeled on the runway by Veronica Webb, this striking archival mini exemplifies Alaïa’s second-skin philosophy. Additionally, the ultimate “Alaïa girl” and the designer’s lifelong muse Naomi Campbell was famously photographed alongside Alaïa himself wearing the same design from this very collection, further cementing its place within his most important body of work. The silhouette skims the body with intention, gently flaring into a softly gathered skirt that moves with lightness and ease. Crafted in sheer black lace with an abstract organic pattern, the fabric reveals and conceals in equal measure. The construction is particularly ingenious: two sets of velvet drawstrings positioned at the waist starting at the sides both tie at the front and back, allowing you to customize the fit and cinch the waist to your liking. This adjustable design subtly sculpts the body, enhancing the hourglass effect while remaining effortless and fluid. The neckline rises into a soft, high collar and fastens delicately at the back with a single button. The allure continues as the open-back design creates a bold yet refined reveal that feels both intentional and sensual. At the wrists, the lace sleeves finish with soft, opaque fabric cuffs, grounding the sheerness and adding a subtle contrast in texture. Because of its transparency, you have endless styling possibilities—layer it over lingerie, a sleek bodysuit, or tailored separates to suit your mood and the occasion. Whether styled provocatively or with restraint, this piece will adapt beautifully to you. To wear a documented Alaia piece like this is to own a masterclass in construction and sensuality—one that feels just as compelling today as it did when it first walked the runway.

This rare 1987 Azzedine Alaia f/w designer dress is in beautiful condition with no stains, rips or alterations. Perfectly working hidden hooks at waist. Highly wearable and an investment piece that will continue to increase in value.