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Loris Azzaro

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Loris Azzaro was a French couturier of Italian descent who founded his fashion house in Paris in 1967. He was known for his glamorous evening wear, particularly his use of colorful, unlined silk jersey and dresses featuring daring cut-outs. His designs were a staple of the international jet set and celebrity culture throughout the 1970s. The brand expanded significantly into fragrances, most notably with the launch of the men's scent Azzaro pour Homme in 1978.

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When did Loris Azzaro establish his fashion house in Paris?

Loris Azzaro founded the Azzaro brand in 1967. He opened his couture house at 65 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré in 1968.

What fabrics and silhouettes made Azzaro's evening dresses distinctive?

Azzaro became known for colorful, unlined silk jersey, fluid draping, and daring cut-outs. His long evening dresses often used simple lines with dramatic openings and body-conscious shaping.

Which famous performers wore Loris Azzaro designs?

Tina Turner frequently wore Azzaro dresses as stage costumes in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Loris Azzaro also dressed Liza Minnelli for the film Cabaret.

Is Azzaro still only a fashion label, or does it also make perfumes?

The Azzaro house also operates as a fragrance brand for men and women. Its perfume business developed from the fashion house founded by Loris Azzaro in 1967.