Late 1980s Early 1990s Azzedine Alaia Oversized Knit Cardigan Sweater w Pockets & X-long Sleeves designer-adele-simpson I am in love with

I am in love with this spectacular eighties two piece set from Norma Kamali that is super sexy and still feel so relevant even now

The shape is kept very simple so that those spectacular sequins take centre stage

It is of course the skirt that is the star on this one - a geometrical pattern is created by squares and diamonds of velvet and gold

This is the all red version of the red and white suit that walked the S/S 1994 catwalk

pale yellow knit wool jersey that has enough weight to give it structure and hold the lines but without feeling too heavy when on

Late 1980s Early 1990s Azzedine Alaia Oversized Knit Cardigan Sweater w Pockets & X-long Sleeves designer-adele-simpson I am in love withAzzedine Alaia pieces are always a delight to find. His knits were all self developed and are among the best out there. He started his career as a dressmakers assistant and copied couture gown for wealthy Tunisian clients. In 1957 he moved to Paris and worked for Christian Dior for a grand total of five days. He then moved to Guy Laroche and quietly started to get private commissions on the side. By 1960 he was doing mainly private work and within a