Early Yves Saint Laurent Heart Print Bow Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Heart Print Bow Blouse from the 1970's. Deep cherry silk crepe with tiny
Early Yves Saint Laurent Heart Print Bow Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Heart Print Bow Blouse from the 1970's. Deep cherry silk crepe with tiny
Yves Saint Laurent Jewed Heart Compact
By Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Heart Compact from the 1990's with jeweled pastes in greenish teal tones. Heavy
Yves Saint Laurent Dazzling Emerald Green Crystal Jewel Heart Compact YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A Beautiful and unused Yves Saint Laurent heart-shaped compact with emerald green crystal
S/S 1992 YVES SAINT LAURENT White Multi-Coloured Heart Print Jacket or Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Munich, DE
Lovely Yves Saint Laurent heart-print spencer jacket or top with heart-shaped buttons dated from
Yves Saint Laurent canvas shoulder bag, gold tone heart
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in NEWARK, GB
strap and can also be worn crossbody. The fastener is a sweet gold tone heart with a textured finish
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H 5.52 in W 8.67 in
Yves Saint Laurent Crosbody Bag Black Cabas Toy Heart Print
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Collectors item. This in Excellent Condition Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Cabas Toy crossbody bag is
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Silver Metal Heart Chain Link Bracelet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
A true gem from the past, this vintage Yves Saint Laurent silver metal bracelet captures the bold
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Heart Silk Cord Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage black passementerie cord belt featuring a gold and silver toned heart
Yves Saint Laurent Red Heart Black Passementerie Tassel Bag, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Yves Saint Laurent across his decades of design work has undoubtedly developed unique and craftsman
Yves Saint Laurent Bold Multi Color "Multi Hearts" Silk Jacquard Scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent wonderfully detailed bold multi-color "Multi Hearts" silk jacquard silk scarf
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Spring/Summer 1995 Barbie Pink Gold Hearts Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Jersey City, NJ
A stunning vintage blazer from the Spring/Summer 1995 collection by Yves Saint Laurent. This
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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L 35 in
Yves Saint Laurent Brown Leather Gold Toned Studs with Gold Heart Charm Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
. - Featuring gold-toned heart shape hardware charm with "Love" and "Yves Saint Laurent" written on the front
S/S 1992 Yves Saint Laurent Runway Ad Bright Green Ruffle Heart Button Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous bright green Yves Saint Laurent mini dress, designed by Yves Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent Wide Belt YSL Rive Gauche Red Leather Heart Vintage 70s Rare
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This red leather belt was made by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, most likely in the late 1970s
NWT Saint Laurent 2016 Size 40 Heart Print Mini Dress Black Red White Silk YSL
By Hedi Slimane for Yves Saint Laurent, Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Fall head over heels for this brand new with tags Yves Saint Laurent Paris heart-print mini dress
YSL by Alber Elbaz Heart Paillette Mini Dress. S/S 2000
By Alber Elbaz for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
YSL by Alber Elbaz Heart Paillette Unworn Mini Dress. Spring/Summer YSL 2000. Huge plastic heart
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Heart Plexiglass Black Silk Box Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Heart Plexiglass Black Silk Box Bag Measurements: Height: 7 2/8 inches
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Yves Saint Laurent rive gauche Heart Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
The heart was frequently incorporated into Saint Laurent's designs and drawings. Belt is
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Heart Mesh Link Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl Heart Mesh Link Belt Measurements: Heart Buckle: 2.75 inches (7 cm
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Enamel Heart Woven Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Enamel Heart Woven Belt Measurements: Large Heart: 2 4/8 inches X 2 4/8
1980s Yves Saint Laurent rive gauche RED HEART Clutch
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special grosgrain RED HEART bag by Yves Saint Laurent rive gauche circa 1980s. It
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Bejeweled Heart Shaped Brooch 1990's
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, ON
Lovely YSL bejeweled heart shaped brooch, with pin back closure. Very romantic!! Measures 2 1/4
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Jacket made in France from cotton. The couture house of Yves Saint
Yves Saint Laurent Blue Denim Lizard Leather Heart Slingback Sandals Size 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Upgrade your look by adding these Saint Laurent pumps to the wardrobe. They are crafted from denim
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Size: 38
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Silk Blouse Skirt Lucky Hearts Clover Print 38
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Lake Park, FL
The is a vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 100% Silk Blouse and skirt size 38. Blouse model
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Ysl by Robert Goossens Heart Rhinestone Cord Belt
By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent by Robert Goossens Heart Stone Cord Necklace Belt Measurements
Saint Laurent Black Heart print shift dress uk 14 F42
By Stefano Pilati, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Saint Laurent Black Heart print shift dress uk 14 F42 Classic shift dress from Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent heart belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Wide purple trimming belt with a golden metal buckle
Yves Saint Laurent Heart Button Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Size estimate: S/M
YVES SAINT LAURENT 'heart' print silk blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous black silk blouse with off-white hearts. Long ties at neckline. Large billowy sleeves
YSL YVES SAINT LAURENT 'Heart' Belt in Black Leather Size 2
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent 'Coeur' belt in black leather and golden buckle in gold-plated metal engraved
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Heart Buttons Ruffled Collar Sleeveless Shift Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Yves Saint Laurent. The master clearly was adept at pairing French sophistication with whimsy, cutting
Yves Saint Laurent Paris Dazzling Crystal Jewels Heart Compact YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montreal, QC
New Yves Saint Laurent Heart shaped Poudre Ecrin - Heavily Gold plated Jewel Powder Compact, Jewel
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Canvas Heart Handbag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Interior leather pocket Made in France by Yves Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Heart Print Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL heart print dress featuring a back buttons detail, low accross shoulder
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Black & Gold Heart Sunglasses
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
80's chic....Yves Saint Laurent YSL BLACK with GOLD HEART and YVES SAINT LAURENT name engraved
Yves Saint Laurent Plaid Belt with Heart Charms
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent, colorful, plaid, brocade, belt, lined in a Kelly green suede, with a hammered
Yves Saint Laurent Gold Bolero With Heart Buttons
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Austin, TX
Yves Saint Laurent gold bolero. Metal heart shaped buttons. With pink lining.36" bust, 30" waist
Vintage Heart Print Jacket by Yves Saint Laurent
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A fun jacket for Spring/Summer by Yves Saint Laurent. The cotton jacket has a multicoloour heart
Yves Saint Laurent Resin Heart Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent, RIve Gauche, black , resin " heart belt" made of black connected circles linked
Yves Saint Laurent Navy and White Heart Blouse, 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent navy blue silk pussy bow blouse featuring delicate white hearts printed
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 YSL Vintage Gold Toned Heart Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold and white passementerie belt featuring a large gold toned heart
Yves Saint Laurent Day Dress w/Enamel Heart Buttons
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
1990's Yves St. Laurent cotton and silk blend fitted day dress with ruffle detail along the scooped
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Rare Jewelled Heart Chain Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage rare gold tone double chain belt adorned with a jewelled heart. Can be
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Silk Multicolor Heart and Swirl Print Scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
Yves Saint Laurent vintage silk scarf in white and multicolor heart print. Blue border with red
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent "In Love Again" Heart handle Bag YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Passementerie Lucite Handle Bag. The heart handles are a glossy red
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
Yves Saint Laurent White Multi Colours "Hearts" Blazer
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Yves Saint Laurent white with multi colors "hearts" cotton blazer. - Boxy Shoulder with
Yves Saint Laurent Black Cotton Dress with Colorful Heart Buttons, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
What a fun vintage cocktail party dress from Yves Saint Laurent. Ruffle neckline and colorful
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Size: 40 (Fr) 8 (Us) M
Single breasted jacket with heart buttons Yves Saint Laurent Variation FW 1994
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black single breasted jacket with gold heart buttons. Main fabric: wool. Lining: acetate and rayon
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Size: 40 (Fr) 8 (US)
Blue wool single breasted jacket with "Heart " button YVES SAINT LAURENT ENCORE
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue wool single breasted jacket with gold metal "Heart " button closure on the front and on the
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H 2.25 in L 32 in
Yves Saint Laurent Belt Abstract Wire Cage Heart Gold Metal Hinged Vintage Rare
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Preowned, vintage Yves Saint Laurent abstract heart wire cage belt, most likely made in the 70s
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent "In Love Again" Black Red Heart Handle Bag YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Passementerie Lucite Handle Bag. The heart handles are a glossy red
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent "In Love Again" Black Red Heart Handle Bag YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Passementerie Lucite Handle Bag. The heart handles are a glossy red
Yves Saint Laurent Variation Vintage S/S 1995 Black Jacket Gold Heart Buttons
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Jersey City, NJ
buttons finishing each sleeve. The heart has been a defining YSL code since the 1960s. Originally Yves
Yves Saint Laurent Wide Belt with Hearts Gold Metal YSL Leather Stretch Size M
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Preowned Yves Saint Laurent wide belt with gold metal hearts, likely made in the 2000s. The belt
Yves Saint Laurent Encore Vintage S/S 1995 Royal Blue Gold Hearts Jacket Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Jersey City, NJ
remains an iconic motif, etching a golden thread into the narrative of the House of Yves Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent Variation Vintage S/S 1995 Black Gold Heart Jacket Skirt Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Jersey City, NJ
iconic motif, etching a golden thread into the narrative of the House of Yves Saint Laurent. Notably, a
Pink & Black Saint Laurent Heart-Printed Pumps
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Pink and black heart-printed leather d'Orsay pumps by Saint Laurent. Point toe
Saint Laurent Red Fox Fur "Heart" Cape
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Amazing masterpiece by Saint Laurent "Heart" cape Fox fur Red color Hook closure on front
Emblematic Saint Laurent Evening Red Satin Heart Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Emblematic Saint Laurent red satin heart bag featuring a heart shape, a braided shoulder strap
Cachemire knit cardigan with gold heart buttons Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cachemire knit cardigan with gold heart buttons
YSl Black Mini Hearts Crossbody Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Athens, GA
Yves Saint Laurent Black Mini with silver hearts crossbody bag. New condition. Cute tassel on side
YSL Day Dress with Heart Buttons
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves St. Laurent, cotton, scoop neck, sleeveless, fitted day dress with ruffle detail along the
Yves Saint Laurent "Hearts to Hearts" Huge Multi-Rhinestone Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent wonderfully elegant yet whimsical "Hearts to Hearts" huge
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
Yves Saint Laurent Paris Poudre Ecrin Crystal Heart Jeweled Compact YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montreal, QC
Yves Saint Laurent Paris Crystal Jewel Heart Compact YSL Gold plated Yves Saint Laurent Heart
Yves Saint Laurent Paris Dazzling Ruby Crystal Jewel Heart Compact YSL New
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
New Yves Saint Laurent Heart shaped Poudre Ecrin -Gold plated Jewel Powder Compact. Jewel lid set
Yves Saint Laurent Paris Emerald Green Crystal Jewel Heart Compact YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montreal, QC
Gold plated Yves Saint Laurent Heart shaped Poudre Ecrin - Jewel Powder Compact, center set with an
Yves Saint Laurent Paris Dazzling Crystal Jewels Heart Compact YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montreal, QC
New Yves Saint Laurent Heart shaped Poudre Ecrin - Heavily Gold plated Jewel Powder Compact, Jewel
Yves Saint Laurent Tilt Heart Beret Hat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Incredible tilt hat from Yves Saint Laurent! Wool emerald teal felt accented with black leaf like
yves saint laurent gold heart buttons jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Vintage YSL jacket with 4 gold color heart buttons no pockets Its in very good vintage condition
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
S/S 1986 Azzedine Alaïa Runway Shiny Copper Tone Sleeveless Bodycon Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Azzedine Alaïa's Spring/Summer 1986 collection, this bodycon dress debuted on the season's runway and is crafted from a shiny copper-tone knit. The sleeveless design features a ...
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Blazer Wide Leg Trouser Pants Power Suit Set
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Thiensville, WI
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Twill Blazer & Wide Leg Trouser Pants Suit Set Circa: 1990’s Label(s): Valentino Roma Designer: Valentino Garavani Style: Pants suit set Color(s): Whit...
Prada fucsia purple tulle dress
By Prada
Located in Capri, IT
Prada's latest runway collection featured glowing fluorescents contrasted with tweed and construction-inspired vests, with this tulle dress making its way into multiple looks. Made i...
ROBERTO CAVALLI long dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Rubiera, RE
ROBERTO CAVALLI Long dress, black background, floral pattern, thin straps. Deep neckline on the back. 90% polyamide/nylon 10% Elastane/Spandex SIZE L Made in Italy Flat measurements:...
Yves Saint Laurent Coco Brown Form-Fitting Lined Jersey Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent coco brown form-fitting lined jersey scoop-neck dress features a handkerchief hemline on both the dress's hem and also on the bell-sleeve's cuff. Detaile...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
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...
$194Sale Price|25% Off
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage pants trousers featuring a multi colored wall and flags print. These trousers feature : - Velvety touch material. - Front buttoning. - Front and back pock...
$1,140Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37.5
New Tom Ford's Final Collection for Yves Saint Laurent 2004 YSL Heels Sz 37.5
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford's Final Collection for Yves Saint Laurent The Countess of Albemarle wore these in Beige to Tom Ford's Book Signing Size: 37...
New Roberto Cavalli $6520 Silk Corset Gold Leafing One Shoulder Dress Gown 38
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Silk Gold Leafing One Shoulder Dress Gown Designer size - 38 ( please check measurements) 100% Silk, Gold Leafing Accent, One Shoulder Style, Side High Slit, Ruc...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Sty...
Roberto Cavalli Summer Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
A pretty Summer top by Roberto Cavalli. The top has a v neckline, frill sleaves , adn is a blue and yellow print with gathering at the bust.
Rare 1960s Paco Rabbane Chainmail Jacket
By Paco Rabanne
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1960s Paco Rabbane Chainmail Jacket; Comprised of gold-tone linked metal discs. Open front with no closure.
1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic rare Moschino Redwall vintage rare patent leather red heart shoulder bag from 1995 as seen on Fran Dresher from The Nanny. Made in Italy Features bright red leather with gold...
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
Thierry Mugler S/S 1994 White Pleated Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
Thierry Mugler S/S 1994 White Fan Pleated Dress; with pleated gathering to central metal ring at midriff, satin-covered lightly-boned corset to interior. Fits US size 4, EU 34; Miss...
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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