Alaa Afore Alaa

(Hardback)

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Azzedine Alaa (19352017) was regarded as a contemporary fashion genius. Edited by his close friend, Carla Sozzani, and life partner, Christoph von Weyhe, this new volume presents an unprecedented view into Alaas early life and career, from his native Tunisia and 1956 arrival in Paris, to his breakthrough 1982 New York show.

From apprenticeships to encounters with Pariss creative and society crowds, this book pays homage to Alaas evolution. Chronological chapters depict a designer devoted to his work while enjoying friendships with such individuals as Arletty, Orson Welles, Claudette Colbert, Jean Cocteau, Louise de Vilmorin, and Andr Malraux. Quotes by Alaa accompany gorgeous photographs of iconic dresses and lesser-known designs, providing captivating stories behind the inspirations for his creations, while interviews share intimate anecdotes from Serge Lutens, Thierry Mugler, Carlyne Cerf, and more. Accompanying an exhibition at the Azzedine Alaa Foundation, this unique publication delves into rare archival materials, private photographs, and prominent publications to powerfully illustrate the fascinating journey of a fashion legend.

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"Most anticipated books of 2022: "This intimate peek into designer Azzedine Alaas early life and career was edited and assembled by his life partner, Christoph von Weyhe, and close friend Carla Sozzani. The book covers Alaas beginnings in his native Tunisia, to his 1956 arrival in Paris and breakthrough 1982 New York showplus everything in between."W MAGAZINE
"Most anticipated books of 2022: "This intimate peek into designer Azzedine Alaas early life and career was edited and assembled by his life partner, Christoph von Weyhe, and close friend Carla Sozzani. The book covers Alaas beginnings in his native Tunisia, to his 1956 arrival in Paris and breakthrough 1982 New York showplus everything in between."W MAGAZINE

"From apprenticeships to encounters with Paris's creative and society crowds, this book pays homage to iconic designer Azzedine Alaa's evolution as one of the most sought-after talents in the world."SOCIETY TEXAS
"Most anticipated books of 2022: "This intimate peek into designer Azzedine Alaas early life and career was edited and assembled by his life partner, Christoph von Weyhe, and close friend Carla Sozzani. The book covers Alaas beginnings in his native Tunisia, to his 1956 arrival in Paris and breakthrough 1982 New York showplus everything in between."W MAGAZINE

"From apprenticeships to encounters with Paris's creative and society crowds, this book pays homage to iconic designer Azzedine Alaa's evolution as one of the most sought-after talents in the world."SOCIETY TEXAS

"[Alaa's]vision was about timelessness, and the sculptural exploration of material, silhouette, detail and motion. When he rose to fame in 1982, he was already in his mid-forties; he reportedly spent six years perfecting the construction of a honeycomb pattern and he presented his work when it was finished, no sooner. 'I am like fruit,' he said in 2016. 'When Im ready, Im ready.' This so-called 'Alaa time' is a recurring theme in Alaa Afore Alaa, a new tome edited by Carla Sozzani and Olivier Saillard to be released this fall."BAL HARBOUR SHOPS
"Most anticipated books of 2022: "This intimate peek into designer Azzedine Alaas early life and career was edited and assembled by his life partner, Christoph von Weyhe, and close friend Carla Sozzani. The book covers Alaas beginnings in his native Tunisia, to his 1956 arrival in Paris and breakthrough 1982 New York showplus everything in between."W MAGAZINE

"From apprenticeships to encounters with Paris's creative and society crowds, this book pays homage to iconic designer Azzedine Alaa's evolution as one of the most sought-after talents in the world."SOCIETY TEXAS

"[Alaa's]vision was about timelessness, and the sculptural exploration of material, silhouette, detail and motion. When he rose to fame in 1982, he was already in his mid-forties; he reportedly spent six years perfecting the construction of a honeycomb pattern and he presented his work when it was finished, no sooner. 'I am like fruit,' he said in 2016. 'When Im ready, Im ready.' This so-called 'Alaa time' is a recurring theme in Alaa Afore Alaa, a new tome edited by Carla Sozzani and Olivier Saillard to be released this fall."BAL HARBOUR SHOPS

"Edited by the fashion geniuss closest friend, Sozzani, this new volume pays homage to his evolution and presents an unprecedented, never-before-seen view into his early life and career, from his native Tunisia and 1956 arrival in Paris to his breakthrough 1982 New York show."INDULGE

Author Bio

Laurence Benam is the author of Women in Dior: Portraits of Elegance and Yves Saint Laurent: A Biography. She created the style supplement for Le Monde and has contributed to Vogue and Marie Claire.

Olivier Saillard is a French historian specialising in fashion and is the director of the Azzedine Alaa Foundation.

Carla Sozzani cofounded the Azzedine Alaa Foundation and is its president.

Christoph von Weyhe was Azzedine Alaas lifetime partner. He cofounded the Azzedine Alaa Foundation and is its honorary president.