1933-2003 Loris Azzaro

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From fashion.net

A Fashion Legend Passes Away

The 70 year old Tunisian-born designer Loris Azzaro died last week
in Paris. Mr. Azzaro was famous for creating sexy, glamorous and
body-skimming gowns that reached their height of popularity in the
70s and 80s. Some of the stars that favored Mr. Azzaro's draped
bustiers, sheer layers and use of sparkling beads and rhinestones
were stars like Marisa Berenson, Raquel Welch, Claudia Cardinale,
Sophia Loren and Isabelle Adjani. His clothes have had a small
revival this year, as red carpet divas like Nicole Kidman and Liz
Hurley have been sporting his vintage styles. But the most
definite sign of a comeback occurred when French Vogue Editor in
Chief Carine Roitfeld wore an Azzaro dress to the Vogue party
during Paris fashion week last October. We advise that you hop
onto Ebay now, before prices shoot through the roof.

Though I was never familiar with his work, it seems very intresting and the sad thing is he died during the time he was going to make a comeback (as Ms. Rotfield stated at the party.)

French Vogue’s Emmanuelle Alt and Carine Roitfeld, in Loris Azzaro.

 

[mikeijames]

this has not been a good year for celebrities, socialites, or fashion.

 

[lucy]

I wasn't very familiar with his work, but it's still extremely unfortunate. Here's Carolyn Murphy in Lois Azzaro at the Met Goddess event earlier this year:

 

[DosViolines]

Loris Azzaro Pistachio Pleated Evening Ensemble
French, 1970s
Of matte crepe, the strapless gown has pleated horizontally draped empire bodice, flared sunburst pleated skirt and matching long cape with bias band ties, size 6/8, labeled: Loris Azzaro/Paris.
Very good condition, some fading.

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[DosViolines]

Loris Azzaro Blue/Gray Ombre Dyed Evening Gown with Boa
French, 1970s
The strapless, molded sheath of vertically shirred and stay stitched silk chiffon, nude silk pongee lining, deep slit in rear center hem revealing deep pale gray silk organza facing, accompanied with a pearl gray ostrich feather boa, size 6/8, labeled: Loris Azzaro/Paris.
Excellent condition.

doylenewyork

 

[SomethingElse]

Black metallic knit sweater with white pearls and black quartz.

Large image of a 1970s halter gown with gathered neckline, chiffon illusion with crystal bodice, ruched waist and flowing skirt can be found here.

This bias cut lavender dress is a stunning example of his silk jersey dresses. One bare shoulder and one long sleeve add drama. The diagonal seaming of the dress allows it to hug the body, then flare out to a long full skirt. There is a zipper on the left hand side. Purchased in Paris in the 1970's, this sexy and elegant dress is in pristine condition.

losthorizonvintage.com . katykane.com

 

[SomethingElse]

1970s iridescent taffeta.



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[DosViolines]

Loris Azzaro, Iconic 70s chiffon caftan with jersey under slip. Decorated with plastic and metal applique forming the signature detailing motif on the collar and cuffs.

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[DosViolines]

Loris Azzaro 70s white jersey gown in the style of a caftan. As such it has open sleeves and an organza cut out leaf effect on the material.

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[DosViolines]

70s cream jersey draped goddess gown

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[DosViolines]

vintage Azzaro from 1976. This turquoise jersey gown is stunning. It has a wire jewelry inlay design on the bust designed by David Ruckli. The cuffs also have matching detailing which gives this dress a fruity Moroccan feel.

decadesinc.blogspot.com

 

[DosViolines]

LORIS AZZARO SILVER EVENING ENSEMBLE
composed of sleevless strap sheath dress with silvered paillettes appliqué to a figured silver ground, with a matching silver sleeveless bodice

christies

 

[DosViolines]

LORIS AZZARO EVENING DRESS
of black wool embroidered with beadworl friezes at bodice and hem

christies

 

[DosViolines]

Azzaro Red Satin Gazar Asymmetrical Ruffle Dress
French, 1970s
The sleeveless, semi fitted calf length design with diagonal ruffle from shoulder to hem front and back, and around squared neckline.

doylenewyork

 

[DosViolines]

Azzaro Magenta Feather Trim Dress
French, 1970s
Vertically shirred fitted strapless dress, sweetheart neckline, extravagant coq feather trim at hem and forming faux short sleeves

doylenewyork

 

[DosViolines]

Azzaro Modernist Print Day Dress
French, 1970s
Brown and creme jersey, fitted bodice with V-shaped low waisted seam, flared skirt, long gathered sleeves with gathered cuffs, V-neckline

doylenewyork

 

[DosViolines]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psHGKVVcHa8&e

French chanteuse Vanessa Paradis looks trés elegante in the video for her most recent single, "L'incendie." How could she not, wearing the splendid 1970s-era Loris Azzaro buttercup chiffon dress she found at Decades?

decadesinc.blogspot.com

 

[DosViolines]

A Loris Azzaro white jersey ensemble, probably late 1970s, comprising Grecian style top adorned with gold bugle beads and draped trousers

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[Aretha]

Does anyone have a pic of Marisa Berenson, Angela Bowie, Jane Birkin or any of those 70's legends wearing the white signature Azzaro dress?? (the one with the jeweled neckline)