$2,150
Size: 42 ( US 10 / 12 )
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Russian Collection 1976 Jacket and Skirt Suit YSL 70s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic vintage 1970s YSL YVES SAINT LAURENT Paris 'Rive Gauche' virgin wool jacket and skirt suit
Unavailable
Size: 36
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche YSL Russian Collection 3pc Wool & Silk Ensemble
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is an extremely rare Yves Saint Laurent RIve Gauche Russian collection 3 piece wool set size
1970s YSL Yves Saint Laurent Burgundy Wool Russian Collection Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Beautiful vintage burgundy wool coat by Yves Saint Laurent. This fantastic piece from 1976
1976 Iconic Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Velvet Russian Collection Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
1976 Yves Saint Laurent Russian Collection black velvet coat with black cord trim, shiny black
Amazing Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Black Chiffon Blouse From Russian Collection
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
pictured vintage YSL belts (from the same "Russian Collection") are available in my 1stDibs shop! In great
Incredible Vintage Mary Quant for Bonwit Teller Black Wool Shirt Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
YSL belt (from the 'Russian Collection') is available in my 1stDibs Shop. In great condition
1970s Saint Laurent Vest
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Alford, MA
Vintage YSL Russian Collection vest in black wool with gold braid edging all around. Collarless
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Size: Small - Large
Rare Vintage Halston Black Caftan Silk Dress w/ Empire Waist & Billow Sleeves
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
belted (perfect with the vintage YSL "Russian Collection" tassel belt, also in my 1stDIbs Shop). Perfect
Amazing Rare Vintage YSL Rainbow Belt From Famed " Russian Collection "
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage YSL belt from the famous "Russian Collection!" Vibrant colors, with a red tassel
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Size: Small/ Medium/ Large
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Russian Collection Passementerie Tassel Belt YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
perception on its head. For his fall/winter 1976/1977 Russian-themed collection, which was inspired by the
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent ' Rive Gauche ' Russian Collection Paisley Blouse YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT 'Rive Gauche' blouse from the famed 1976 "Russian Collection
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Size: Small - Large
1970s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Russian Collection Purple Suede Vintage 70s Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 1970s YVES SAINT LAURENT ( from the famed 1976 YSL Russian Collection ) purple suede leather
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Size: Small - Small Medium
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage 1970s YSL Russian Collection 1976 Sweater Vest Top
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Russian Collection in 1976! Features warm tones of red, brown, tan, green and orange in a chevron striped
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Russian Collection Corset Lace Up Top YSL 1976
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Iconic vintage Yves Saint Laurent corset top from the Fall/Winter 'Russian Collection', 1976
1970s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Silk Boho Blouse Russian Collection 1976
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning color on the vintage YSL Silk top 1976 Collection Russian The gorgeous print silk of this
Rare Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Russian Collection Black Medallion Boots
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Extraordinary and extremely rare pair of vintage YSL boots, from his famed "Russian Collection
Rare Vintage Yves Saint Laurent " Russian Collection " Purple Double Tassel Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely rare piece from YSL's famed "Russian Collection!" Vibrant regal purple, with silk fringe
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Size: 22.5 inches
Yves Saint Laurent Fall 1976 Russian Collection Shearling Honey Tan Fur Hat 70s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage YSL Fall 1976 Russian Collection / Ballet Russes shearling fur hat ! Features a warm
Exceptional Vintage Escada by Margaretha Ley Tribal Print Velvet Opera Coat
By Margaretha Ley
Located in San Diego, CA
alone or belted (pictured vintage YSL tassel belt, from the "Russian Collection," is also available in
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Velvet Tassel Russian Collection Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Velvet Tassel Russian Collection Bag Measurements: Height: 9.84
Vintage 1976 Yves Saint Laurent YSL Rive Gauche Russian Collection Hooded Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage 1976 Yves Saint Laurent YSL Rive Gauche Russian Collection Hooded Coat. Greyish blue and
Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Onyx Tassel Russian Collection Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Onyx Tassel Russian Collection Necklace Measurements: Height: 6.10
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Tassel Passementerie Russian Collection Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Tassel Passementerie Russian Collection Belt Measurements: Height
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage YSL Red Corset Belt Russian Peasant Collection
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
1970's vintage red belt from the Yves Saint Laurent Russian peasant collection. This beautiful
Valentino plum silk angel-sleeve evening dress, fw 2002
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
▪ Valentino evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2002 ▪ Constructed from two layers of silk in plum and wine ▪ Off-shoulder neckline ▪ Inverted pleats at the shoulder and hips ▪ Angel sleev...
1993 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace dress with molded bustier
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, black lace dress with blush pink lining and molded busier designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1993. This is a very collectible and highly documented piece. Lace...
$13,037
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood Couture navy striped silk corset and skirt set, ss 1998
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Vivienne Westwood Couture navy striped chiffon evening two piece ▪ 100% Silk ▪ Off-shoulder corset with draped neckline ▪ Internal boning designed to cinch the waist and push brea...
Mini Alligator Structured Shoulder Bag
Located in New York, NY
Charming Mini Alligator Structured Shoulder Bag with long gilt chain and center cut front skin. Great size which allows chain to be doubled. Faille lined, 6.75" x 5.5" high x 3". Cha...
Alexander McQueen Double-Breasted Cashmere Knit Jersey Cardigan Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Alexander McQueen Double-Breasted Black Cashmere Knit Jersey Cardigan Basque-inspired Jacket A timeless, luxurious piece s...
Valentino New Off White Silk Jumpsuit with Open Back
By Valentino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous off white silk jumpsuit by Valentino. It has a crew neckline, blouson bodice, dolman sleeves with zipper wrists, full legs and an open slit from the neck to the waist in ...
Black backless cocktail dress in wrinkle fabric CHRISTIAN DIOR
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black backless cocktail dress in wrinkle fabric. No fabric composition tag but probably cotton with grey polyester and metal backside . Crêpe lining only inside the top part of the d...
2004 Vintage Alexander McQueen Black Silk and Leather Corset Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
2004 Vintage Alexander McQueen Black Silk and Leather Corset Top 100% Silk, 100% Leather IT Size 40 - US 4 Inner corset New, in excellent condition
$2,236Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 6 / 8
1990s Stephen Yearick Size 6 / 8 Silver Gunmetal Gray Beaded Silk Gown + Shawl
By Stephen Yearick
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 90 STEPHEN YEARICK silver / gunmetal silk lace beaded evening gown and large shawl World renowned celebrity dress maker! Barbara Streisand, Cher, Beyoncé, Britney S...
HERMES Nuit blue Togo leather BIRKIN 30 Bag Rose Ghw
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 bag in Bleu Nuit (midnight blue) Veau Togo leather with rose-gold plated hardware. Lined in Chèvre (goat skin) with an open pocket against the front a...
Paco Rabanne Gold Chain Cocktail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Never worn Paco Rabanne Gold chain link sleeveless cocktail dress. New with tag. In excellent condition. Fit size 4-6
Vintage Bob Mackie 80's Beaded Gatsby Flapper Open Back Dress size 6 and 12
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
Bob Mackie 20s Inspired Beaded Gatsby Flapper Dress Designer sizes available - 6 and 12 ( please check measurements ) Fully Beaded Mini Dress, Fully Lined, Open Back, Bra attached. S...
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD FW 94 Rare Crochet Stockings and Bag
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Milano, MILANO
Fall Winter 1994 rare crochet set from "On Liberty" Collection by Vivienne Westwood. Stockings and bag with raffia flowers and tassels. The composition is 85% cotton and 15% raffia.
RODARTE 2011 Runway Dress
By Rodarte
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rodarte creme croc and silk cocktail dress ( runway 2011) (neiman marcus price tag attached $16.000)
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Size 42 / 10 Black and Red Silk YSL Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche black and red silk dress! Classic YSL silhouette that really flatters the body. Buttons up the front with interior hook-and-eye closures a...
$15,096
Size: approx. Medium
Vivienne Westwood steel-grey open knit alpaca wool corseted mini dress, fw 1993
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Vivienne Westwood knitted mini dress ▪ Fall-Winter 1993 ▪ Constructed from steel-grey open-knit alpaca wool with graduated leaf motifs ▪ Nude internal corset produces a pronounced ...
French 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, Saint Laurent 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.
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