Yves Saint Laurent Red Black Passementerie Gripoix Hearts Clutch/ Belt Bag YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The suit, the safari jacket, the peasant dress—Yves Saint Laurent was a master at seeing the high
Yves Saint Laurent Red Black Passementerie Gripoix Hearts Clutch/ Belt Bag YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The suit, the safari jacket, the peasant dress—Yves Saint Laurent was a master at seeing the high
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Saint Laurent Love Heart Chain Clutch Black
By Saint Laurent
Located in Dover, DE
~10 cm, Chain length 115 cm BRAND: SAINT LAURENT MODEL: Love Heart Chain Clutch Black color Leather
Saint Laurent Croc Embossed Red Patent Sac Coeur Heart Clutch Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This clutch is made of embossed red leather in the shape of a heart. Sac coeur is french for heart
1980s Yves Saint Laurent rive gauche RED HEART Clutch
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special grosgrain RED HEART bag by Yves Saint Laurent rive gauche circa 1980s. It
Saint Laurent Heart Printed Leather Clutch
By Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
with abrasion marks and creasing of the leather at the bottom on this used Saint Laurent designer
Pre-Loved Yves Saint Laurent Women's Heart Clutch Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
designer resale revolution! Pre-Loved Yves Saint Laurent Women's Heart Clutch Bag
Yves saint Laurent Black Passementerie Gripoix Hearts Clutch/ Belt Bag YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The suit, the safari jacket, the peasant dress—Yves Saint Laurent was a master at seeing the high
SAINT LAURENT Love Box red patent silver YSL logo heart box clutch chain bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SAINT LAURENT Love Box red patent silver YSL logo heart box clutch chain bag Reference: TGAS/E00623
Sold
H 8.27 in W 7.49 in D 3.15 in
new SAINT LAURENT Love Box red patent silver YSL logo heart box chain clutch bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new SAINT LAURENT Love Box red patent silver YSL logo heart box chain clutch bag Reference: TGAS
Saint Laurent Heart Tassel Clutch Crocodile Embossed Patent
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 5.5", Height 6.5", Width 8", Depth 2.5" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Heart Tassel
Saint Laurent Heart Tassel Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Heart Tassel Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather Exterior Material: Patent
Saint Laurent Heart Tassel Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 2" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Heart Tassel Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather Exterior Material
Saint Laurent Heart Tassel Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 2" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Heart Tassel Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather Exterior Material
Saint Laurent Heart Tassel Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
", Width 8", Depth 2" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Heart Tassel Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
Saint Laurent Love Heart Chain Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
Laurent Model: Love Heart Chain Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior
Saint Laurent Love Heart Chain Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
Laurent Model: Love Heart Chain Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior
Saint Laurent Love Heart Chain Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
21.5" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Love Heart Chain Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather Exterior
Saint Laurent Love Heart Chain Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
21.5" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Love Heart Chain Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather Exterior
Saint Laurent Love Heart Chain Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
21.5" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Love Heart Chain Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather Exterior
Saint Laurent Love Heart Chain Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 21.5" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Love Heart Chain Clutch Crocodile Embossed
Saint Heart Tassel Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
", Width 8", Depth 2" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Heart Tassel Clutch Crocodile Embossed Leather
Saint Laurent Croc Embossed Sac Coeur Heart Clutch - Red
By Saint Laurent
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This clutch is made of embossed red leather in the shape of a heart. Sac coeur is French for heart
Saint Laurent Love Box Swarovski Crystal Heart Limited Edition Clutch (484049)
By Saint Laurent
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This sculptural heart shape clutch features, an asymmetrical construction, Swarovski crystal
Thierry Mugler Sweetheart Neckline Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In this stunning dress, Thierry Mugler once again proves that fashion is not merely worn - it’s performed. A masterclass in theatrical femininity, this mid-century-inspired silhouett...
Sold|$3,195
Size: Medium
Hattie Carnegie 1930s Black Velvet and White Fox Fur Vintage 30s Opera Jacket
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning and rare 1930s HATTIE CARNEGIE for I MAGNIN black silk velvet opera coat with dramatic white fox fur oversized collar! Features the softest most luxurious silk velvet and hi...
Haute Couture Black Embroidered French Silk Net Fringed Shawl- 40", 1900s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Despite being over a century old, this intricate mantilla is as colorful and perfect as the day it was made. Similar in complexity to a piano shawl but half the traditional size (and...
Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous khaki cotton pants from Alexander McQueen. They have full straight legs with curved panels over the back hips with a fan of laces meeting and buttoning on the front sides at...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
$1,995Sale Price|57% Off
Size: FR42
New Yves Saint Laurent YSL F/W 2008 Naomi Campbell Quilted Coat Dress Sz Fr42
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Brand New Featured in the Naomi Campbell Ad $4650 F/W Runway 2008 Heavy Coat/Dress Size: FR42 100% Heavy Virgin Wool & Silk Black Quilting Throughout Dual Zip...
Alexander McQueen Sequin and lace tulle flapper dress, fw 2001
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
- Sequins on black mesh - Full skirt made from silver and black lace tulle Autumn-Winter 2001
Halston Metallic Gown
By Halston
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Halston Metallic Gown Metallic crepe long 'Raelynn' dress embellished with twisted halter-neckline and open back with concealed zip fastening. Rrp Approx. £460 Size – ...
S/S 1997 Givenchy by John Galliano Oversized Bow Plunging Red Dress
By John Galliano, Givenchy
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Givenchy dress from the Spring/Summer 1997 collection by John Galliano showcases a dramatic oversized bow neckline with a plunging off-the-shoulder design. Approximate measure...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunning piece consisting of pants and jacke...
$500Sale Price|23% Off
Size: 39
Giuseppe Zanotti Size 39 / 9 Gold Bronze and Brown Rhinestone Studded High Heels
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI bronze leather and brown rhinestone and stud encrusted high heel peep toe shoes! Features sparkly rhinestones on the front, and bronze round studs on the he...
1960s Oscar de la Renta Gold and Red Ribbon Silk Sequin Vintage 60s Gown Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible, and super rare mid 60s one of a kind OSCAR DE LA RENTA gold and red sequin long sleeve gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn gold sequins thorughout. Embroidered red ribb...
Thierry Mugler Color Block Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful body conscious purple dress trimmed in black velvet by Thierry Mugler. It has short sleeves, a sweetheart neckline and is semi fitted with princess seaming through to th...
Jean Paul Gaultier Multicolour Virgin Wool Coat with Mongolian Fur Trim, FW 2004
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
This Jean Paul Gaultier coat from the Fall-Winter 2004 collection is crafted from a patchwork of virgin wool panels in an array of earthy tones, including brown, green, blue, and mus...
Valentino Vintage Silk Chiffon Abstract Long Sleeve Maxi Dress, 1970s
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Valentino design is composed of a beautiful abstract printed silk chiffon. Features a wonderful maxi style with center front rhinestone buttons and belt. In excellent vintage c...
French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent pioneered “cross-design” in fashion, taking inspiration from street trends to modernize haute couture.
Saint Laurent was the first to launch a ready-to-wear label, YSL Rive Gauche Prêt-à-Porter. He was the first couturier to open boutiques for both men and women. Using traditional menswear fabrics and designs for women, Saint Laurent also literally cross-dressed, giving men and women alike chic pant suits, elegant tuxedo jackets and urban safari gear. By blurring gender-specific design, he empowered individual style while creating a scissor-sharp fashion aesthetic of sensual ease and beauty. Many of his designs are today considered timeless classics. Saint Laurent also consistently used Black models, like Mounia, Iman and Naomi Campbell, and he drew endless inspiration from different ethnicities and cultures, in no small part because of his Algerian roots.
Born to French parents in Oran, Algeria, in 1936, Saint Laurent went to Paris at age 17 to study fashion at the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture. Just two years later, in 1955, his remarkable sketches were shown to Christian Dior, then the world’s reigning couturier, who hired him immediately.
Surprisingly soon thereafter, Dior publicly chose Saint Laurent as his successor, which sadly proved prescient when the fashion legend died unexpectedly, in 1957. A mere slip of a youth, the 21-year-old Saint Laurent was nevertheless up to the challenge. He shook the traditional couture clientele to its core with youthful silhouettes and styles like the A-line trapeze dress that hung with seeming effortlessness from the shoulders, the antithesis of the pinched waists and molded skirts that had been all the rage after the deprivations of World War II.
After a mandated spell in the torturous French military, Saint Laurent suffered a nervous breakdown and was dismissed by Dior in 1962. Out of the ashes rose the Age of Yves. With Pierre Bergé, his then-lover who became his lifelong business partner and friend, the designer founded Yves Saint Laurent YSL to encompass prêt-à-porter, or ready-to-wear. In 1966, they opened the first YSL Rive Gauche women’s boutique in Paris, followed soon thereafter by YSL Rive Gauche for men. Saint Laurent had given birth to a global brand.
His revolutionary Mondrian mini dress from 1965 is a core element of his fashion biography. It is a prime example of how Saint Laurent, an avid art lover and collector, looked to painters, from Goya to Picasso, Ingres to Matisse, for inspiration.
With its pure lines and hues, Mondrian’s ground-breaking 1935 color-block painting Composition C transmutes beautifully into a dress that is highly valued by collectors of contemporary fashion and widely copied commercially to this day. The design is the epitome of Saint Laurent’s aesthetic, requiring a meticulous hand piecing of each color block so that, despite the body’s curves, the visual plane is as flat as a canvas when the garment is worn. Mondrian’s purity met its match in Saint Laurent.
“I am no longer concerned with sensation and innovation, but with the perfection of my style,” Saint Laurent said four years before retiring, in 2002. After a long period of ill health, he died at his home in Paris on June 1, 2008. Under creative director Hedi Slimane, the house’s ready-to-wear collection was rebranded as Saint Laurent in 2012.
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Vintage and designer clutches are the perfect size to hold exactly what you need. While they’re typically small purses, Chanel clutches, Gucci clutches and other kinds of clutches can make a big impact on an outfit. They also have a fascinating history.
Clutches are handbags without handles that are carried by hand. One of the oldest known clutches was made in Mosul, Iraq, in the 14th century. It was made of brass and inlaid with gold and silver in geometric patterns. Although the loops on the side indicate it likely had handles to wear as a shoulder bag, manuscripts show a similar example being carried by hand.
Fashion designers often made clutches to reflect the wealth of the holder. In Medieval Europe, men and women securely carried items in small bags hidden inside their clothing as tie-on pockets. Women carried their possessions, scented and secreted, in the folds of their voluminous skirts. Pockets eventually became integral to garment design, but bigger sacks were needed to carry books and documents. When women’s clothing became lighter, consisting of fewer layers, it could no longer easily hide their handbags or pockets.
Changes in fashion led to handbags becoming a popular fashion accessory, and today, even as we’re overwhelmed by options from a variety of high-end brands, iconic luxury handbags still rule. The highly decorative bags of the 19th century faded from popularity when women entered the workforce and the clutch became the dominant business accessory. Flappers in the 1920s, clad in the dazzling Art Deco jewelry of the era, also loved the freedom of carrying clutches as they didn’t get in the way of dancing.
The simplicity of the clutch remains stylish today. Once made to be carried on special occasions, they are now an accessory for everyday use. Find a collection of vintage and designer clutches from Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton and more on 1stDibs.
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