For its Summer/Fall 2025 show at Paris Fashion Week, Alaïa embraced a vision that transcended time and space. Creative director Pieter Mulier drew inspiration from Dutch artist Mark Manders, whose sculptures evoke an unfinished, time-worn quality that blurs cultural and temporal boundaries. This concept of non-linearity and fluid beauty deeply resonated with Alaïa’s philosophy of timeless elegance.
Avant-Garde Meets Body-Conscious Design
Mulier delivered sculptural silhouettes, exaggerated sea-anemone-like shoulders, and cocoon-like hoods, crafting a futuristic aesthetic while staying true to Alaïa’s signature body-conscious designs. Standout pieces included:
Jersey gowns reinforced with metal tubing, sculpting the body in fluid yet structured lines.
Sheer turtlenecks paired with exaggerated, rolled-waist skirts, creating a contrast of transparency and volume.
“Kinetic sculpture” pieces, like an off-center pleated skirt and a backless draped cutout gown, worn by model Alex Consani.
A Balance of Art and Wearability
Despite the collection’s otherworldly nature, Mulier ensured practicality remained at the heart of his designs. The sleek puffers and robe coats are poised to achieve runaway success, much like the brand’s Le Teckel bag and iconic mesh flat.
This season, Alaïa once again proved its mastery of blending avant-garde artistry with everyday luxury, creating a collection that feels both futuristic and timeless.
