Yves Saint Laurent Multi-Color Raffia and Blue Canvas Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent (Made in France) Shoulder bag in multi-color raffia and blue canvas, with three
Yves Saint Laurent Multi-Color Raffia and Blue Canvas Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent (Made in France) Shoulder bag in multi-color raffia and blue canvas, with three
Saint Laurent Monogram Raffia Kate Shoulder Bag Medium
By Saint Laurent
Located in Montreal, Quebec
SAINT LAURENT MONOGRAM RAFFIA KATE SHOULDER BAG MEDIUM Color: black with gunmetal hardware
Saint Laurent Medium Raffia Tote Bag Blue
By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Color: Blue Material: Raffia Model No. 688864 Comes with: Dust bag Condition: New Made in Italy
Saint Laurent Raffia Pannier Blue Tote Bag
By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent
Located in Montreal, Quebec
matching woven straw interior. Outlet. Color: blue Material: raffia Model No. 688221 Comes with: dust bag
SAINT LAURENT beige raffia MEDIUM NIKI Shoulder Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Saint Laurent Medium Niki shoulder bag in beige woven raffia with espresso brown
SAINT LAURENT black LOU CAMERA Shoulder Bag RAFFIA & VINTAGE LEATHER
By Saint Laurent
Located in Zürich, CH
Saint Laurent Lou camera bag in ivory raffia and black calfskin featuring antique gold-tone
SAINT LAURENT beige RAFFIA YSL SMALL BASKET TOTE Shoulder Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Saint Laurent YSL small basket tote bag in beige cutout raffia and brown calf
SAINT LAURENT natural RAFFIA & black leather MEDIUM SHIPPING TOTE Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Saint Laurent Medium Shopping tote bag in natural raffia with black smooth leather
Pre-Loved Saint Laurent Women's Black Leather Trim Boucle Raffia Tote Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to bag is evident on this used Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent Multi-Color Raffia and Blue Canvas Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent (Made in France) Shoulder bag in multi-color raffia and blue canvas, with three
Yves Saint Laurent Straw Bag with Raffia Tassels
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New Hope, PA
A chic black bag is covered with woven straw and accented by five glossy black raffia tassels. The
Saint Laurent Lou Camera Bag Raffia Small
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Lou Camera Bag Raffia Small Exterior Material: Raffia, Leather Exterior
Saint Laurent Lou Camera Bag Printed Raffia Small
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
Drop 21.5-24.5" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Lou Camera Bag Printed Raffia Small Exterior Material
Saint Laurent Lou Camera Bag Printed Raffia Small
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
. Accessories: Tassel Measurements: Height 6.5", Width 9", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 21-24" Designer: Saint Laurent
Saint Laurent Lou Camera Bag Printed Raffia Small
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
. Accessories: Tassel Measurements: Height 6.5", Width 9", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 21-24" Designer: Saint Laurent
Saint Laurent Lou Camera Bag Printed Raffia Small
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
. Accessories: Tassel Measurements: Height 6.5", Width 9", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 21-24" Designer: Saint Laurent
Saint Laurent Lou Camera Bag Woven Raffia Small
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
", Strap Drop 23-26" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Lou Camera Bag Woven Raffia Small Exterior Material
Saint Laurent Lou Camera Bag Woven Raffia Small
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Lou Camera Bag Woven Raffia Small Exterior Material: Raffia, Leather
Saint Laurent Lou Camera Bag Woven Raffia Small
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
: Height 6", Width 9", Depth 2.5", Strap Drop 23-26" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Lou Camera Bag Woven
Saint Laurent Black Woven Raffia and Leather Basket Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted by Saint Laurent, this exquisite basket bag epitomizes elegance and craftsmanship. The
Saint Laurent Mica Shoulder Bag Raffia and Leather Small
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
: Height 5", Width 7", Depth 3", Strap Drop 22-26" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Mica Shoulder Bag Raffia
Saint Laurent Chyc Flap Bag Raffia and Leather Medium
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
Laurent Model: Chyc Flap Bag Raffia and Leather Medium Exterior Material: Leather, Raffia Exterior Color
Saint Laurent Chyc Flap Bag Raffia and Leather Medium
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
Laurent Model: Chyc Flap Bag Raffia and Leather Medium Exterior Material: Leather, Raffia Exterior Color
Saint Laurent Lou Camera Bag Woven Raffia Small
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
This Saint Laurent Lou Camera Bag Woven Raffia Small, crafted from beige woven raffia, features a
Saint Laurent Kate 99 Tassel Flap Bag Woven Raffia Medium
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 2" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Kate 99 Tassel Flap Bag Woven Raffia Medium Exterior Material
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H 9 in W 12.5 in D 5 in
Saint Laurent Paisley LouLou Shoulder Bag Printed Fabric with Raffia Medium
By Saint Laurent
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 5", Strap Drop 18" Designer: Saint Laurent Model: Paisley LouLou Shoulder Bag Printed Fabric with
Saint Laurent Raffia Suede Calfskin Grace Fringed Tan Hobo Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Freehold, NJ
Saint Laurent Raffia Suede Calfskin Grace Fringed Tan Hobo Bag Discover the perfect blend of style
Saint Laurent Beige/Tan Raffia and Leather Small Mica Crossbody Bag
By Saint Laurent
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Express your personal style with this high-end crossbody bag. Crafted from quality materials, it
Saint Laurent Raffia Monogram Lou Camera Bag Beige
By Saint Laurent, Anthony Vaccarello
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This shoulder bag is made of raffia in beige with black leather trim and details. The bag features
Vionnet Runway Veraline Blue Plisse Cut-Out Pleated Dress Gown NWT
By Vionnet, Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vionnet of Paris veraline blue plisse pleated cutout gown is the 1st look that opened the 2016 Spring runway show. (see photo) Sleeveless with pleated panels of bodice twisted toget...
S/S 2003 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway Oroton Chainmail Lace Mini Dress
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible acid green and purple Oroton Gianni Versace Couture mini dress designed by Donatella Versace. From the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this dress debuted as L...
F/W 1992 Valentino Garavani Runway Gold Embroidered Leather Biker Jacket
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an amazing oversized gold thread embroidered Valentino Garavani leather biker jacket. From the Fall/Winter 1992 collection this fabulous jacket debuted on the season's ru...
Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Tarot Gown Spring/Summer 2017 Size 34FR
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Tarot Gown Spring/Summer 2017 Size 34FR The dress is a runway sample and missing size and fabric tags. Measurements: Bust 32" Waist 24" Estimated to...
Givenchy Haute Couture Gown 1995 Spectacular Silk Evening Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Berlin, BE
GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE 1995 gown, numbered archival piece This breathtaking evening gown is a testament to timeless elegance infused with modern sensibility. The dress features a st...
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. ...
$38,507
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This rare, likely one-of-a-kind Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from the Fall-Winter 1990 collection is crafted from metallic gold lamé with a mosaic-like sequin overlay, creating a str...
Important Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Coat, 1970 Fall/Winter
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary Museum Quality Yves Saint Laurent Early Haute Couture coat from fall/winter 1970 in a Russian style which predates his Opera Ballets Russes collection by half a decade...
Courreges Beige Leather Logo Shoulder Bag
By André Courrèges
Located in New York, NY
Charming Courreges logo shoulder bag in beige leather circa 1970's. One outer pocket and one interior pocket. Practical size with faille lining great condition. 7.5" x 5." x 2". Sho...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
Chanel Vintage F/W 1988 Black Velvet Edelweiss Flower Embroidered Mini Dress
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This rare Chanel dress is from the Fall/Winter 1988 ready-to-wear collection designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Crafted from rich black velvet, it features a flattering mini-length silhouet...
Christian Dior 1970s Fox Fur Coat
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your hands on this breath taking 1970s Christian Dior fox fur coat! The most luxurious and dramatic classic fur coat in an eye catching contrasting brown fur. Beautiful stripes o...
John Galliano Red Bias-Cut Crêpe Backed Satin Evening Dress, FW 2001
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: John Galliano ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2001 ▪ Fabric: Red crêpe-backed satin, 68% Acetate, 32% Viscose ▪ Details: V-neck, low back with c...
Roberto Cavalli black silk crepe evening dress with allover jewel print, fw 2002
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli black silk-crepe evening dress ▪ Allover multicoloured jewel print ▪ Plunging neckline ▪ Floor-length skirt with train and dancing loop ▪ Size Medium ▪ Made in I...
Christian Dior Haute Couture Pleated Chiffon Gown, Betsy Bloomingdale 1974
By Marc Bohan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long black chiffon pleated gown by Christian Dior Haute Couture, from 1974. The gown has ruffles at the neckline, hem, and sleeve. It is sheer with a black satin bow tie ...
Christian Dior Gianfranco Ferre Bead Embellished Suit Fall/Winter 1992 Size 36FR
By Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior Gianfranco Ferre Bead Embellished Suit Fall/Winter 1992 Size 36FR Bodysuit - Size 36FR Skirt - Size 36FR Jacket - Size 38FR Runway 1992
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.
Browse an extraordinary collection of vintage Saint Laurent evening dresses, shirts, handbags and other clothing and accessories today on 1stDibs.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
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