For the Love of Alaïa
Witness the Maison’s Accessories That Have Captured the Hearts of So Many
In the hands of Alaïa, accessories have reigned the fashion landscape. Showcasing the Maison’s technical originality, and artistry, Each piece is an ode to house’s codes of feminine for technical prowess and heritage craftsmanship.
Under the vision of Creative Director Peter Mulier, Alaïa defies conventional norms, where sculptural forms and voluminous creations take the forefront, and at the heart of this sartorial revolution lies accessories such as the Le Cœur bag, which, since its launch just three seasons ago, has already evolved into an investment piece immune from aging.
Delve into the origins of a select few of Alaïa's most coveted accessories and see fashion enthusiasts adorned in these exquisite pieces, all of which are now available at Faradays.
Le Cœur
The fashion world’s adoration for this heart-shaped bag has become a fast-paced romance. Appearing throughout 2022 and embraced by style icons, the black and red leather hearts emerged as a street-style must-have outside the spring/summer 2023 runway. Alaïa's Le Cœur has quite literally captivated hearts with its day-to-night allure and hands-free crossbody functionality. The bag has become a true collector’s piece and this rare find is finally back in store.
@licapopescu in the Le Cœur Noir
@tinakunakey wearing Le Cœur Rouge
Influencer wearing Le Cœur Noir with Gold chain
Le Cœur
The fashion world’s adoration for this heart-shaped bag has become a fast-paced romance. Appearing throughout 2022 and embraced by style icons, the black and red leather hearts emerged as a street-style must-have outside the spring/summer 2023 runway. Alaïa's Le Cœur has quite literally captivated hearts with its day-to-night allure and hands-free crossbody functionality. The bag has become a true collector’s piece and this rare find is finally back in store.
@licapopescu in the Le Cœur Noir
@tinakunakey wearing Le Cœur Rouge
Influencer wearing the Le Cœur Noir with Gold chain
Heart Mules
Like the Le Cœur bag, the Heart Mules carry romance in every step. Drawing inspiration from the transparent styles that captivated the mid-'80s fashion scene; the House’s adored leather and Perspex heart mules pay homage to the era with a modern touch, featuring a clear upper elegantly adorned with a heart-shaped toe. This artful play on negative space creates a silhouette that flatters the foot form. Following a swift sell-out from the shelves, the Heart Mules are back in-store available in new editions such as the kitten heel in noir and the mule in leopard print.
@erinoffduty in Heart Kitten Heels
Rosie Huntington in the Heart Mules Blanc
Lara Worthington in the Heart Mules Noir
Heart Mules
Like the Le Cœur bag, the Heart Mules carry romance in every step. Drawing inspiration from the transparent styles that captivated the mid-'80s fashion scene; the House’s adored leather and Perspex heart mules pay homage to the era with a modern touch, featuring a clear upper elegantly adorned with a heart-shaped toe. This artful play on negative space creates a silhouette that flatters the foot form. Following a swift sell-out from the shelves, the Heart Mules are back in-store available in new editions such as the kitten heel in noir and the mule in leopard print.
@erinoffduty in Heart Kitten Heels
Rosie Huntington in the Heart Mules Blanc
Lara Worthington in the Heart Mules Noir
Le Papa
Amidst the heart-shaped sensations, the understated yet commanding ‘Le Papa’ bag is an embodiment of Alaïa’s craft. Coined by the women who epitomised the essence of the late Azzedine Alaïa's creations, this bag stands as an icon in its own right. Its form, architectural and refined, captures Maison's hallmark precision, its clean, slanted geometry reminiscent of the letter ‘A’.
Sought out for its sublime practicality, this bag was dubbed "Le Papa" by the Azzedine’s dear friend, Naomi Campbell, a sentiment echoed by many others of his sense of protection and nurturing of young talent throughout the decades he spent in the industry. The Le Papa bag effortlessly drapes over the shoulder of a tailored suitor perfectly nestled against the hip, or beside a cocktail dress. The Le Papa now graces our shelves at No.8 Faraday Street, and online.
Rosie Huntington wearing the Le Papa Noir
Vittoria Ceretti wearing the Le Papa Bleu
Constance von Dadelszen wearing the Le Papa Leopard print
Le Papa
Amidst the heart-shaped sensations, the understated yet commanding ‘Le Papa’ bag is an embodiment of Alaïa’s craft. Coined by the women who epitomised the essence of the late Azzedine Alaïa's creations, this bag stands as an icon in its own right. Its form, architectural and refined, captures Maison's hallmark precision, its clean, slanted geometry reminiscent of the letter ‘A’.
Sought out for its sublime practicality, this bag was dubbed "Le Papa" by the Azzedine’s dear friend, Naomi Campbell, a sentiment echoed by many others of his sense of protection and nurturing of young talent throughout the decades he spent in the industry. The Le Papa bag effortlessly drapes over the shoulder of a tailored suitor perfectly nestled against the hip, or beside a cocktail dress. The Le Papa now graces our shelves at No.8 Faraday Street, and online.
Rosie Huntington wearing the Le Papa Noir
Vittoria Ceretti wearing the Le Papa Bleu
Constance von Dadelszen wearing the Le Papa Leopard print
La Bombe Sandal
For those devoted to the Alaïa army, the slinky silhouettes and sophisticated after-dark suiting are undeniable—a trademark of the designer's legacy ‘La Bombe’. Handcrafted to perfection, these sandals are a testament to Alaïa's reputation as a couturier. Ankle straps are adorned with delicate spheres and crowned with metallic spikes, making them a favourite night shoe, but can most certainly be worn during the day, too, with unmatched comfort.
@ariviere wearing the La Bombe Noir
@fenfifer in the La Bomb Sandals Noir
La Bombe Sandal
For those devoted to the Alaïa army, the slinky silhouettes and sophisticated after-dark suiting are undeniable—a trademark of the designer's legacy ‘La Bombe’. Handcrafted to perfection, these sandals are a testament to Alaïa's reputation as a couturier. Ankle straps are adorned with delicate spheres and crowned with metallic spikes, making them a favourite night shoe, but can most certainly be worn during the day, too, with unmatched comfort.
@ariviere wearing the La Bombe Noir
@fenfifer in the La Bomb Sandals Noir
Cabaret Heel
An explicit tribute to Azzedine Alaïa by his heir, Mulier, is this work of art in the form of a shoe. Catching the light in gold or patent black: is a delicate portrayal of two legs intertwined, poised atop the heel of a stiletto sandal, the embodiment of understated eroticism, these glossy, slender limbs emerge from beneath a bare derrière, positione just below the wearer’s heel, creating a subtle surrealism. This heel was originally conceived in 1991 by Alaïa and the renowned craftsman Raymond Massaro, now, it stands as a cherished archival piece.
@voguefrance Cabaret Heel Pump
Beyoncé performing in the Cabaret Sandal
Irina Shayk in the Cabaret Sandal
Cabaret Heel
An explicit tribute to Azzedine Alaïa by his heir, Mulier, is this work of art in the form of a shoe. Catching the light in gold or patent black: is a delicate portrayal of two legs intertwined, poised atop the heel of a stiletto sandal, the embodiment of understated eroticism, these glossy, slender limbs emerge from beneath a bare derrière, positione just below the wearer’s heel, creating a subtle surrealism. This heel was originally conceived in 1991 by Alaïa and the renowned craftsman Raymond Massaro, now, it stands as a cherished archival piece.
@voguefrance Cabaret Heel Pump
Beyoncé performing in the Cabaret Sandal
Irina Shayk in the Cabaret Sandal
Each of these pieces are available now, exclusively in-store at Faradays.