YSL Black Leather Studded Crystal Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
New YSL black leather and studded crystals clutch bag with black leather detachable and adjustable shoulder strap (drop 23). Comes with booklet and original dust cover.
YSL Black Velvet Studded Crystals Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
New YSL black velvet and studded crystals clutch bag with black leather detachable and adjustable shoulder strap (drop 23). Comes with booklet and original dust cover.
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Brown Leather Clutch Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Brown leather clutch bag featuring an envelope shape, an under front flap gold-tone snap, a quilted leather detail, an inside cotton all-over logo lining with ...
YSL New Yellow Drawstring Bag On Chain
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Saint Laurent lambskin bag in shade saffron with gold tone metal hardware chain. It has a drawstring closure and Saint Laurent printed on front. The black cotton interior comes with ...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Evening Pink Silk Hand Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Pink silk satin evening hand Bag featuring front logo embellished opening, front and back pockets, snaps opening, silver-tone hardware. Circa early 2000s. In g...
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W 13 in L 15.75 in
2003 TOM FORD ford YSL collector black chiffon '' boudoir'' evening hand bag
By Tom Ford
Located in Newark, DE
Yves Saint- Laurent, by Tom Ford, Fall 2003 Gorgeous boudoir pleated black chiffon and velvet evening hand bag, the inside lined in black silk satin, it is held closed by a black ...
YVES SAINT LAURENT Minaudière in Purple Fabric and Metal
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
YSL minaudière in purple fabric and silver plated metal.
Yves Saint Laurent YSL "Opium" Gold Metal Tassel Minaudière Box Bag 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Munich, DE
Hard body Length: 14,5 cm – 5.7" Height: 9 cm – 3.5" Depth: 6,5 cm – 2.6" Strap 58 cm – 23" (from the top of the bag) Total height approx. 75 cm – 29.5" (including strap and tassel...
YSL Black Crossbody Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Athens, GA
Yves Saint Laurent Black Crossbody Bag. Gold hardware. Black leather purse can be worn longer as a crossbody bag or doubled as a shoulder bag. Also can be tucked in as a clutch. Exce...
New Ysl Black Embroidered Bucket Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL new in unused condition black velvet bucket bag. Embroidered exterior and black leather lining interior. Silk tassels with antique gold chains and logo. Shoulder drop 21". Comes...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Leather Clutch Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent black leather YSL clutch bag featuring an envelope shape, an under front flap gold-tone snap, a front YSL Cassandre logo pitted, an inside cotton all-over logo lin...
YSL Saint Laurent 2018 Small Vicky Chain Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Vertical channel quilting highlights the boxy structure of an Italian patent crossbody polished with an interlocking logo insignia and pull-through chain strap. Retail $1,990. Desig...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Chinoiserie Tassel Purse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage rare 1977 Chinese Collection passementerie silk tassel purse bag. Green silk body adorned with a massive red passementerie ornament. Green and red silk...
YVES SAINT LAUREENT YSL metallic gold leather beige canvas tote bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAUREENT YSL metallic gold leather beige canvas tote bag Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Material: Canvas Color: Beige Pattern: Solid Closure: Drawstring Extra Detail: Drawstrin...
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL purple velvet logo canvas leather crossbody strap bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL purple velvet logo canvas leather crossbody strap bag Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Material: Cotton Color: Purple Closure: Magnet Extra Detail: Purple cotton oute...
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H 5.12 in W 7.68 in D 1.78 in
SAINT LAURENT Small Kate black embossed croc silver YSL tassel crossbody bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SAINT LAURENT Small Kate black embossed croc silver YSL tassel crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/B02248 Brand: Saint Laurent Model: Kate Material: Leather Color: Black Pattern: Sol...
Tom Ford for YSL Black Velvet Mombasa Bag with Rhinestone Handle
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This unique Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent black velvet Mombasa bag has a thick and textured tapered silver handle with large rhinestones. On the inside, there is a zippered compart...
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H 14.18 in W 14.57 in
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL pink canvas velvet logo applique drawstring tote bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL pink canvas velvet logo applique drawstring tote bag Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Model: 121631 002122 Material: Canvas Color: Pink Pattern: Solid Closure: Drawst...
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Grey Patent Leather Logo "Sac De Jour" Clutch RT. $595
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Grey Patent Leather Logo "Sac De Jour" Clutch RT. $595 2012 Age: 2012 Materials: grey patent leather, silk lining. Features foldover flap clutch with inte...
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 Brand: Saint Laurent Model: Love Box Material: Patent Leather, Metal Color: Red, S...
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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/B01704 Brand: Saint Laurent Model: Love box Material: Patent Leather Color: Red ...
YSL SAINT LAURENT Black Vintage Minaudiere
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Lovely black plexiglass minaudière ending with a pompom, typical of vintage YSL items.
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Gold Metal Minaudiere Tassel Shoulder Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Features: - 100% Authentic YVES SAINT LAURENT. - Gold plated ribbed rigid metal minaudière. - Huge YSL clasp closure at the centre front. - Strap is silk and gold metallic cord. - 2 ...
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H 3.5 in W 6 in D 2.55 in
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Gold Metal Minaudiere Tassel Shoulder Bag
By Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent, Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Featuring - - 100% Authentic YVES SAINT LAURENT. - Gold plated ribbed rigid metal minaudière. - Huge YSL clasp closure at the centre front. - Strap is silk and gold metallic cord. -...
YSL Black Resin Clutch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
YSL Logo hard resin minaudiere/clutch with thin leather shoulder strip by Tom Ford.
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gold Tassel Minaudiere
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT rare and collectable vintage gold tone ribbed minaudiere featuring : - Hard box cylindric resin body. - Large YSL logo at the front. - Black and gold braided sho...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gold Tassel Minaudiere
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT rare and collectable vintage gold tone ribbed minaudiere featuring : - Hard box cylindric resin body. - Large YSL logo at the front. - Black and gold braided sho...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gold Tassel Minaudiere
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
- Large YSL logo at the front. - Black and gold braided shoulder strap
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Black Suede Tassel Minaudiere
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage black suede minaudiere. This minaudiere features : - Hard box black suede body with gold toned detail trim on the flap. - YSL logo at the front. - Black b...
1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gold Minaudiere Handbag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gold metal box clutch with twisted silk cord shoulder strap by Yves Saint Laurent. The hardshell body is ribbed and shaped like a oval cylinder. Opens at the front with a hinge, YSL ...
YSL / Yves Saint Laurent Heart Shaped Gold & Sapphire Crystal Minaudiere Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is a very rare and highly collectible Yves Saint Laurent YSL gold heart shaped sapphire minaudiere bag. Made in the early 1990s at the same time as the famous mini poudrieres, ...
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H 1.78 in W 3.45 in L 6.35 in
YSL Yves Saint Laurent Minaudière Gold Clutch Evening Bag Circa 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Vintage gold plated Yves Saint Laurent clutch is perfect for an evening out on the town. From the 1980s, it features a gold metal exterior with a silver YSL logo in the center. The...
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Gold Tassel Minaudiere
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT rare and collectable vintage gold tone cross body ribbed minaudiere. Large YSL logo on the front. Black and gold braided shoulder strap ending with two long si...
YSL New Silver Mini Heart Evening Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL brand new silver leather heart shaped evening bag. Hard silver frame and snake chain strap. Shoulder drop 21". Does not fit a cell phone. Comes with generic dust cover.
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Evening Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage black satin evening bag with gold embroidery, cord strap and tassels. Inside zip pocket. Snap button closure. Adjustable length (possibility to tie the t...
YSL Saint Laurent Monogram Envelope Wallet On Chain
By Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant wallet on a chain is crafted of finely pebbled chevron quilted leather in black. The shoulder bag features a removable waist-length bijoux gold chain shoulder strap with...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Evening Lilac Silk Clutch Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lilac silk clutch bag featuring an envelope shape, an under front flap gold-tone snap, an inside gold-tone logo stamp and an inside compartment. Circa 1980s. ...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Navy & White Love Clutch Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Navy “Love” clutch bag featuring a bicolor iconic print, a gold-tone “Cassandre” zip puller, a top zip opening, an inside logo plaque. Circa 1990s. In good vi...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Velvet Small Mombasa Evening Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Velvet Small Mombasa Evening Bag Made In: Italy Color: Black Hardware: Antiqued silvertone Materials: Velvet and metal Lining: Black silk Closure/Openin...
YSL Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche by Tom Ford Mombasa Velvet Evening Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE COLLECTOR'S ITEM BY TOM FORD FOR YVES SAINT LAURENT'S ULTRAFAMOUS 2002 COLLECTION Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa bag Designed by Tom Ford for his collection at YSl Beautiful sof...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Rare Collectable Gold Evening Clutch 1980's
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT rare 1980's gold tone clutch featuring a ribbed textured hard body, a large logo front detail, a black and gold braided shoulder strap and two black silk tassels. ...
YVES SAINT LAURENT Muse Kate Moss YSL logo black leather top handle satchel bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT Muse Kate Moss YSL logo black leather top handle satchel bag Reference: YNWG/A00170 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Model: Muse As seen on: Kate Moss Material: Leat...
Yves Saint Laurent Minaudière à Pompons cuir et métal doré
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in VERGT, FR
Magnifique Minaudiére YSL in Vintage style 100% Agneau / calf leather Black color Pièces en métal bronze Doublure en cuir Dimensions 17.5 X 16 X 5cm Strap...
YSL Saint Laurent Croc embossed small Kate bag with tassel
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Karlsfeld, DE
Monogram small Kate bag with metallic tassel in crocodile embossed shiny leather. The bag features a gold chain link shoulder strap and a full facing flap with the classic YSL Monogr...
Vintage Yves St Lauren YSL black velvet evening bag handbag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Handbag, petite size, in Black, all Silk, by "YVES SAINT LAURENT" (“YSL”), with large silk Velvet Bow to front. Strong, heavy quality silk satin exterior and interior, with internal ...
Yves saint Laurent YSL Vintage Velvet and Passementerie Bag, Circa 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in VERGT, FR
Sublime Vintage Bag YSL Black Velvet and gold métal Dimensions : 25 x 20 cm Long strap : 60 cm Satin inside Signed inside YSL Rive Gauche Made In France Very good condition Sorry n...
YSL Saint Laurent Black Python Embossed Minaudiere Camera Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Irvine, CA
YSL Saint Laurent Black Python Embossed Minaudiere Camera Bag with brown leather trim, features a commanding YSL monogram logo at the front, bronze-tone hardware.
YSL "Mombasa" Sequin/Crystal Embellished Evening Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Yves Saint Laurent "Mombasa" silver sequin evening bag with classic horn handle, snap closure & interior zipper pocket.
Yves Saint Laurent ✿*ﾟ2004 Tom Ford Jeweled Glass Cigarette Clutch Case YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in KAOHSIUNG, TW
This artisan piece is from 2004 Spring Summer Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford . and is one of the most lavish jewelry piece by Tom Ford. features all the most expensive details, s...
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H 8 in W 12 in D 2.5 in
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Monogram Leather Long Envelope Evening Flap Clutch Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Leather Twill lining Magnetic snap closure Measures 12" W x 8" H x 2.5" D
Rare Tom Ford YSL Rive Gauche FW 2004 Chinoiserie Collection Black Leather Bag!
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Melbourne, AU
Who could ever forget that Incredible black suede leather runway bag with the tassel work and swarovski crystal detailing from Tom Ford's dreamy fall/winter 2004 collection for Yves ...
Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Worn Twice Uppers are Perfect 2005 Runway Show * Gucci * U.S. Size: 8 * Soft Brown Leather * Alligator Uppers * Gold Buckle * 4.25" Heel * Gold Leather Lining * With Gucci Boot Dust ...
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
$1,910
Size: Italian 46 jacket & skirt
Alexander McQueen Fall Winter 1997 "It's A Jungle Out There" pinstripe suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Important collectible Alexander McQueen Fall Winter 1997 'It's a Jungle Out There' collection pinstripe jacket and skirt suit. Runway look, the jacket has shoulder pads. The condit...
$1,780Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
By Jean Patou
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...
$560Sale Price|20% Off
John Galliano 2005 Asian Print Silk Tank Top
By John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Piece Description: This John Galliano tank top from the 2005 collection features a captivating Asian-inspired print, with a delicate blend of vibrant reds, soft pinks, and greens. ...
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Givenchy Style: Princess Coat Color(s): Brown Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Cont...
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
$247Sale Price|25% Off
YVES SAINT LAURENT pink metallic scaled leather wraparound clutch bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT pink metallic scaled leather wraparound clutch bag Reference: PYCN/A00115 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Material: Leather Color: Pink, Silver Pattern: Solid Closure: W...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
1960s Helga Vintage Cocktail Dress
By Helga
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning 1960s vintage silk satin cocktail dress by Helga. Metallic brocade paisley design over gray silk animal print. Nipped waist with bow detail. Stunning construction...
Gianni Versace Vintage Black Bondage Dress with Gold Hardware, 1992
By Gianni Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition : Excellent Vintage Condition Size : 38 A rare and unusual vintage Gianni Versace black bondage dress with lattice bodice, sides, and back with gold medallions hardware. Se...
Dior 30 Montaigne Bar Jacket Off-White Ecru Plumetis Tulle Skirt Set FR38
By Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
The 30 Montaigne Bar jacket and plumetis tulle skirt represent the most iconic ensemble in the history of Dior - a timeless symbol of femininity, structure, and grace. First introduc...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Jacket
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible black cotton with a bit of stretch jacket from Dolce & Gabbana. It has a silver front zipper with Dolce & Gabbana pulls and also on the angled front pockets. ...
Vintage Chanel 1990s Black and White Halter Maxi Dress, Size 4, Crepe
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s CHANEL black and white V neck halter maxi dress. Size: 4 / small Bust 34” / Waist : 26” Hip: open/ Dress length: 55”
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
Thierry Mugler Archival Runway Jacket FW 1996 Les Amazones Sculptural Sexy
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Power. Precision. Seduction. Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1996 Les Amazones jacket is the ultimate sartorial weapon - crafted not just to be worn, but to command. This architectural ...
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.
Browse an extraordinary collection of vintage Yves Saint Laurent evening dresses, shirts, handbags and other clothing and accessories today on 1stDibs.
Vintage and designer evening bags and minaudières are elegant accessories that can elevate an ensemble and add an air of sophistication.
Evening bags began as coin purses and pouches. They were practical accessories before travel necessitated large cases and handbags eventually emerged and became a fashion statement. Evening bags grew in popularity with both men and women and, by the early 14th century, included details like embroidery and fine materials such as silk. As women began carrying hand fans, calling cards and perfumes, the evening bag became roomier while keeping its compact charm. Some designers added a thin shoulder strap. Today, the simplicity of a clutch or luxury evening bag remains as stylish as ever.
Minaudières are ornamental cases designed to hold personal items such as jewelry or cosmetics. A version of a vanity case, the minaudière was pioneered in 1933 by Charles Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels. Made from metal, it could be engraved, decorated with precious stones or lacquered. The decade saw the popularity of these jewel-like pieces and other evening bags with Hollywood celebrities and others.
Though some of the world’s best-known luxury brands followed suit, minaudières are now made by only a small number of fashion houses such as Judith Leiber, Chanel, Versace and Hermès.
Shop an array of luxury designer evening bags and vintage minaudières in a range of designs, colors and styles to complement any outfit on 1stDibs.
Counterfeiters know that savvy fashionistas cherish YSL bags. Learn how to tell if yours is the real deal. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
When it comes to the legendary French design house, there is no substitute for true craftsmanship. Xupes shows us how to spot it.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.