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What does Rive Gauche mean in fashion?

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What does Rive Gauche mean in fashion?
In fashion, Rive Gauche refers to the Left Bank area of Paris. The French phrase "Rive Gauche" literally translates to "left river" in English. Normally, Rive Gauche fashion is more trendy and casual compared to the more timeless and elegant Rive Droite or Right Bank. You'll find a selection of designer apparel, handbags and accessories on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
F/W 2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Runway Babydoll Sheer Chiffon Pink Tank
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This pink and black lace tank top from Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, designed by Tom Ford for Fall/Winter 2003, debuted on the runway as look 18. Crafted from sheer light pink chif...
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Early 2000s Tank Tops

Purple silk shirt with bow tie SAINT LAURENT RIVE GAUCHE
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple silk shirt with bow tie . One button and buttonhole closure on the top middle front and on the cuffs. SIZE 34 (Fr) S
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1980s French Chemises

Grey silk taffeta shirt and skirt evening ensemble SAINT LAURENT RIVE GAUCHE
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey silk taffeta shirt and skirt evening ensemble. with ruffles. Hidden button and buttonhole closure on the middle front + on the cuffs. Fabric b...
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Short red Moire single breasted jacket YVES SAINT LAURENT RIVE GAUCHE
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red Moire single breasted jacket with the same fabric in pink as lining. Red plastic button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. Shoulder pad. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
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1980s French Single-Breasted Jackets

Silk brocade jacket and skirt ensemble YVES SAINT LAURENT RIVE GAUCHE 1993
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk jacquard jacket and skirt evening ensemble. Main fabric composition: 86% silk, 14% metallic thread. Lining: 100% rayon. Button and buttonhole closure on the front and on the cu...
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1990s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Black and White Spaghetti Strap Top and Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Saint Laurent by Yves Saint Laurent 2 pcs spaghetti strap top with bow and black and white maxi skirt and robe belt. marked size 38 , fit us size 2/4
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses

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