ALAÏA Patent Leather Pencil Skirt in White 100% lambskin. Made in Italy. Professional leather clean only. Item not sold as a set. ALIA-WQ79. AA9J05215C218. About the designer: The late Azzedine Alaïa had a comprehensive understanding of the female form, thanks to an education in sculpture from École des Beaux-Arts. Revered for his bodycon silhouettes that defined the aesthetic of Paris in the ‘80s, the Tunisian designer was also known for his intricate footwear, statement bags and laser-cut accessories.