Alexandra Afganisjew was a fashion model active in the late 1960s, known for her refined presence in high-fashion editorials of the period.
Afganisjew appeared in striking images captured by photographer James Moore, including a memorable 1969 shoot featuring a dramatic floral-print silk organza hooded cape and décolleté dress by designer Richard Tam. With her poised elegance and distinctive look, she embodied the sophisticated glamour of late-1960s fashion photography.
Though details of her career remain relatively scarce, her surviving portraits continue to highlight the era’s luxurious and romantic style. These stylish photos capture the refined elegance and distinctive presence of Alexandra Afganisjew, an icon of late-1960s style.
Alexandra Afganisjew in floral print challis apron-dress by Strega, headscarf by Doro, rings by Richelieu, photo by Neal Barr, Harper’s Bazaar, April 1969
Alexandra Afganisjew in a cotton peasant shirt with humongous sleeves, touched with tucks and eyelet in front and cinched in apple-green and white stripes by Strega, hat by Halston, photo by Neal Barr, Harper’s Bazaar, April 1969
Alexandra Afganisjew in a new cotton knit from Berocco jacketed dress by Barbarella, Vogue, December 1, 1969
Alexandra Afganisjew in a green glove leather jumpsuit stamped in yellow as sleek and silky as a foulard by Viola Sylbert for Samual Robert, photo by Guy Bourdin, Harper’s Bazaar, August 1969
Alexandra Afganisjew in green-gold tunic with narrow wedge-shpaed trousers in cotton-backed vinyl by Sportwhirl, scarf by Doro, photo by Guy Bourdin, Harper’s Bazaar, August 1969
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