Knitwear is where Alaïa’s genius shines. The RTW Bead Knit Peplum top, in natural white and black, is a standout, its finely worked knit and nipped, flared peplum tracing the waist in the way only Alaïa can. The Short Sleeve High Neck Peplum Top offers the same sculptural silhouette in a sleeker, everyday form, ideal for pairing with tailored trousers or a full skirt.

The house’s love of the body-skimming line continues in the High-Neck Long Sleeve Heart Bodysuit, a smooth, second-skin style with a subtle heart motif that nods to the label’s beloved Le Coeur, and in the Asymmetric Drape Balloon Top in purple, which brings soft volume and movement to an evening look.

For something more relaxed, the Bow Long Sleeve Shirt with Scarf Collar in black adds refined, feminine polish, while the Sleeveless Denim Blouse and Denim Mini Shirt Dress in dark blue bring an easy, elevated take on denim. Each piece balances Alaïa’s signature sensuality with genuine wearability, ready to dress up or down.

Alaïa’s mastery of knit runs deep. The house has long been celebrated for pieces that stretch, sculpt and move with the body, and that expertise is evident in every seam. Look, too, for the cropped knits, scarf-neck blouses and fringe-detail styles that rotate through the collection, each carrying the label’s unmistakable balance of strength and softness. Colour stays refined throughout, from signature black to natural white, purple and denim blue, so every piece slots easily into a modern wardrobe and layers beautifully with tailoring, denim or a full skirt.

Crafted from beautiful fabrics with the impeccable construction the house is known for, an Alaïa top is designed to flatter, to last and to elevate. Whether worn to make a statement or to anchor a considered wardrobe, these are pieces to treasure for years to come.

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What is Alaïa known for?

Founded in Paris by Azzedine Alaïa and now led by creative director Pieter Mulier, Alaïa is celebrated for its sculptural, body-conscious design and masterful knitwear, creating pieces that trace and flatter the figure with sensual precision.

How do Alaïa tops fit?

Alaïa tops, especially the knits and bodysuits, are designed to fit close to the body and skim the figure, while shirts and denim styles sit more relaxed. As fit varies by style, we recommend checking each product’s size guide before ordering.

How do you style an Alaïa top?

Let a peplum or bodysuit define the waist with tailored trousers or a skirt, or dress a draped top with heels for evening. Alaïa tops pair beautifully with both minimalist tailoring and statement pieces.