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Saint Laurent Belts

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.

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SAINT LAURENT 2023 Passementerie Tassel leather braided rope tassel charm belt
SAINT LAURENT 2023 Passementerie Tassel leather braided rope tassel charm belt

SAINT LAURENT 2023 Passementerie Tassel leather braided rope tassel charm belt

By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SAINT LAURENT 2023 Passementerie Tassel black leather braided rope tassel self tie YSL charm belt Reference: CYVN/A00070 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Material: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Saint Laurent Belts

SAINT LAURENT black leather TASSELED WRAP WAIST Belt M
SAINT LAURENT black leather TASSELED WRAP WAIST Belt M

SAINT LAURENT black leather TASSELED WRAP WAIST Belt M

By Saint Laurent

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Saint Laurent wrap waist belt in smooth black leather with self-tie tasselled cord. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Comes with dust bag. Measurements Mo...

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2010s Saint Laurent Belts

SAINT LAURENT black leather SKINNY WAIST Belt 80
SAINT LAURENT black leather SKINNY WAIST Belt 80

SAINT LAURENT black leather SKINNY WAIST Belt 80

By Saint Laurent

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Saint Laurent thin belt in black leather with a black buckle. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Measurements Tag Size 80 Width 1.3cm (0.5in) Fits 75cm (29...

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2010s Saint Laurent Belts

SAINT LAURENT 2021 Heart Buckle black calf hair gold hammered metal belt 65cm
SAINT LAURENT 2021 Heart Buckle black calf hair gold hammered metal belt 65cm

SAINT LAURENT 2021 Heart Buckle black calf hair gold hammered metal belt 65cm

By Saint Laurent

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SAINT LAURENT 2021 Heart Buckle black calf hair gold hammered metal belt 65cm Reference: CYVN/A00068 Brand: Saint Laurent Model: Fall/Winter 2021 Ready-to-Wear Material: Calf Hair, M...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Saint Laurent Belts

SAINT LAURENT 2013 Psych Rock distressed grunge leather silver studded belt belt
SAINT LAURENT 2013 Psych Rock distressed grunge leather silver studded belt belt

SAINT LAURENT 2013 Psych Rock distressed grunge leather silver studded belt belt

By Saint Laurent, Hedi Slimane

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SAINT LAURENT 2013 Psych Rock distressed grunge dark brown leather silver studded belt long belt Reference: CYVN/A00069 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Hedi Slimane Material: Leather ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Saint Laurent Belts

SAINT LAURENT  2015 brown leather chrome metal YSL stud wide military belt 75cm
SAINT LAURENT  2015 brown leather chrome metal YSL stud wide military belt 75cm

SAINT LAURENT 2015 brown leather chrome metal YSL stud wide military belt 75cm

By Saint Laurent, Hedi Slimane

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SAINT LAURENT 2015 brown leather chrome metal YSL stud wide military belt 75cm Reference: CYVN/A00072 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Hedi Slimane Collection: Fall/Winter 2015 Ready-...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Saint Laurent Belts

Saint Laurent, Military ankle boots
Saint Laurent, Military ankle boots

Saint Laurent, Military ankle boots

By Saint Laurent

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Saint Laurent, Military ankle boots with studded wrap belts. The item is in good condition. Comes with dustbag.

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21st Century and Contemporary Saint Laurent Belts

SAINT LAURENT diamond patchwork scaled leather wide statement belt 85cm
SAINT LAURENT diamond patchwork scaled leather wide statement belt 85cm

SAINT LAURENT diamond patchwork scaled leather wide statement belt 85cm

By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SAINT LAURENT diamond patchwork multicolor scaled leather wide statement belt 85cm Reference: TGAS/F00333 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Material: Leather Color: M...

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21st Century and Contemporary Saint Laurent Belts

SAINT LAURENT pale mint leather SKINNY WAIST Belt 75
SAINT LAURENT pale mint leather SKINNY WAIST Belt 75

SAINT LAURENT pale mint leather SKINNY WAIST Belt 75

By Saint Laurent

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Saint Laurent thin belt in pale mint leather with a gold-tone metal buckle. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Measurements Tag Size 75 Width 1.5cm (0.6in) ...

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2010s Saint Laurent Belts

Beige Saint Laurent Thin Leather Belt
Beige Saint Laurent Thin Leather Belt

Beige Saint Laurent Thin Leather Belt

By Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Beige thin leather belt by Saint Laurent. Gold-tone hardware. Logo buckle closure. 0.75" width, 39" length. 

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21st Century and Contemporary French Saint Laurent Belts

Saint Laurent, beige suede 4 pocket hunting jacket
Saint Laurent, beige suede 4 pocket hunting jacket

Saint Laurent, beige suede 4 pocket hunting jacket

By Saint Laurent

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Saint Laurent, beige suede 4 pocket hunting jacket. The item has some discoloration on the inside of the jacket, and a few small stains. Light discoloration in the neck and the end o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Saint Laurent Belts

Saint Laurent Men's Brown Lambskin Cassandre Belt 100/40
Saint Laurent Men's Brown Lambskin Cassandre Belt 100/40

Saint Laurent Men's Brown Lambskin Cassandre Belt 100/40

By Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Saint Laurent Men's Brown Lambskin Cassandre Cintura Belt 100 SKU: 153565 Condition: Excellent Condition Comments: Item is in excellent condition and displays light si...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Saint Laurent Belts

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Located in Morongo Valley, CA

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SAINT LAURENT Trois Passants black leather gold 3 loop buckle skinny belt

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Located in Hong Kong, NT

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Saint Laurent Hublot Lizard Embossed Leather Belt
Saint Laurent Hublot Lizard Embossed Leather Belt

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SAINT LAURENT brown leather silver studs eyelet buckle belt 85cm

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SAINT LAURENT Size 36 Black Perforated Leather Belt

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SAINT LAURENT silver-tone brass CHAIN LINK WAIST Belt 75

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SAINT LAURENT black PYTHON WIDE WAIST Belt 85

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Saint Laurent belts for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Saint Laurent belts available on 1stDibs. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Prada, Alexander McQueen, and Fendi appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Saint Laurent belts from top boutiques around the world. Saint Laurent belts prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $270 and tops out at $850, while the average work can sell for $450.

Questions About Saint Laurent Belts

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent Rive Gauche is a line of ready-to-wear fashion that was released under the ‘Yves Saint Laurent’ name. Saint Laurent himself said he “had had enough of making dresses for jaded billionaires”; so he created the Rive Gauche line of high-quality fashion that was more accessible than the haute couture line. You can find vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent briefcase locks are made of solid brass. They are functional as long as you still have the key that goes with them. Shop a collection of iconic vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent bags on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Yves Saint Laurent logo is ‘YSL’, a monogram of the founder’s name. The ‘S’ sits in the middle, linking the ‘Y’ and the ‘L’. You can find vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The original Yves Saint Laurent logo is an interlocking monogram designed by graphic designer Adolphe Jean Marie Mouron, who goes by the name Cassandre. In 2012 the brand changed its name, dropping the Yves and also changing the logo. Today’s Saint Laurent logo is a bold Neue Helvetica font “Saint Laurent” with the word “Paris” written beneath in a serif-style font. All letters are in uppercase. You’ll find a variety of Saint Laurent products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 1976 fall/winter collection from Yves Saint Laurent was distinctly Russian influenced. The designer has stated that he’s always loved Russia and its culture. He created that collection with heavy inspiration coming from Diaghilev’s “Ballet Russes” and the strong female characters from great Russian literature. You’ll find a variety of Saint Laurent products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent debuted his Ballet Russes collection, inspired by various Russian fashions, in the fall of 1976. It was a personal favorite of Saint Laurent’s, and has been cited as a precursor of the sartorial extravagance of the 1980s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques..
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent is the name of the French fashion designer who founded the luxury fashion house in 1962. Today, his fashions remain beloved by collectors all around the world. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent is known for his approach to elegance and comfort in women’s wear. He is also widely credited for creating the “Le Smoking” tuxedo suit. The Le Smoking tuxedo suit was the first of its kind, a tuxedo suit designed for women. Find a large collection of authentic Yves Saint Laurent from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent uses smooth or grained leather in addition to exotic materials like crocodile skin. For more information on exact materials, consult the brain’s website. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide range of Saint Laurent leather goods from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent’s style has been described as ‘gender-blurring’, with inspiration taken from the streets to help modernize haute-couture. You can find vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Since its inception in the early 1960s, the Yves Saint Laurent style has changed and grown with the times. The overarching mood of Saint Laurent styles is gender-blurring and openly embraces the idea of women wearing trousers and other garments that were more associated with past menswear. No matter the garment, the look is always high-end and luxe. You’ll find a large collection of Saint Laurent from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Yves Saint Laurent’s childhood, he had a fascination with making intricate paper dolls, which later turned into making dress designs for his mother and sisters. As a teenager, his mother took him to meet with the editor of French Vogue, who was impressed by the young Saint Laurent’s designs. Shop a collection of vintage and new Yves Saint Laurent designs from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In his earliest years, Yves Saint Laurent was inspired by illustrations from fashion magazines and Christian Bérard. As he officially began to pursue a career in fashion, he was introduced to Christian Dior and definitely gained inspiration from this fashion giant. Throughout his career he was inspired by art and famed artists, the street styles he saw around him, Russian culture and design and the way his mother dressed when he was a child. You’ll find a variety of Saint Laurent products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent was a well-known fashion designer with a brand that was recognized for a dedication to quality and elegance. He is probably best known for popularizing the idea of women wearing trousers for all occasions, bringing androgenous dressing to the forefront. He was also well-known for his flowy fashions that were less structured than his contemporaries. You’ll find a variety of Saint Laurent products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The difference between Yves Saint Laurent and Saint Laurent has to do with its branding. While the house of Yves Saint Laurent is still called by that name, Hedi Slimane’s ready-to-wear collection goes by Saint Laurent — but the logo for this collection specifies Saint Laurent Paris. On 1stDibs, you'll find authentic Saint Laurent pieces from trusted sellers.
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    The symbol for Saint Laurent is a Y, an S and an L superimposed over one another. It is the monogram of designer Yves Saint Laurent who helped found the luxury French fashion house in 1961. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Saint Laurent apparel, bags and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent is owned by Kering, a French-based multinational corporation. Kering specializes in luxury goods and also owns Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Gucci and Alexander McQueen. Browse a wide range of luxury designer goods, including Saint Laurent, on 1stDibs and other authorized retailers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to wear Saint Laurent fashions is a matter of preference. Whether you’re interested in clothes, shoes or other accessories like Saint Laurent’s iconic bags, you’ll find a wide collection of contemporary and vintage editions available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Fashion designer Yves Henri Donat Mathieu-Saint Laurent was born in Oran, Algeria on August 1, 1936. The family home was located at 11 Rue Stora in the Plateau Saint Michel neighborhood. Yves and his parents lived on the ground floor and his uncle’s family lived above them. The city of Oran is a port city in northwest Algeria. Shop a collection of vintage and new Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yes, Yves Saint Laurent was an entrepreneur. The revered and groundbreaking French fashion designer founded his eponymous luxury house with his partner, Pierre Bergé, in 1962. In the years prior, beginning in his teens, Saint Laurent had been working for Christian Dior. In 1966, four years after establishing the label, he and Bergé 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 and didn’t retire from designing until 2002. Find vintage Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Designer Anthony Vaccarello is Yves Saint Laurent’s creative director and was appointed to the position in April 2016. You can find vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent was the original designer for the eponymous label. Today the brand is led by creative director Anthony Vaccarello, who stepped into the position in April of 2016. In between creative directors included Alber Elbaz, Tom Ford, Stefano Pilati and Hedi Slimane. Shop a collection of vintage and new Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    The creative director of Saint Laurent is Anthony Vaccarello. He joined in 2016 following the departure of Hedi Slimane. Prior to his appointment at Saint Laurent, Vaccarello was the creative director at Versus Versace. Find vintage Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The luxury brand Yves Saint Laurent is owned today by Kering. The brand name has dropped Yves and is currently known as Saint Laurent. This French brand began in 1962 and was bought by Gucci in 1999, which was owned by PPR. Later PPR changed names to be called Kering, and still owns the Saint Laurent brand. Find vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent bags are manufactured in Florence, Italy with high-quality materials. Therefore, although the brand itself is headquartered in Paris, France, its bags have a Made in Italy tag — any bag that claims to be made elsewhere is a fake. On 1stDibs, you'll find authentic Yves Saint Laurent bags from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent sunglasses are manufactured by the Kering company in Padova, Italy. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide collection of vintage and modern Saint Laurent sunglasses catering to a number of different styles from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent shoes are made at a production site near Florence, Italy, where many leather goods are produced, including handbags and shoes. Find a large collection of authentic Saint Laurent footwear from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    New Saint Laurent fashions are available online from Saint Laurent directly as well as through multiple retailers. For physical store locations, consult the brand’s website. Vintage or antique editions of Saint Laurent pieces are available for purchase through multiple platforms, including 1stDibs. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. While Saint Laurent has at times inspired knockoffs, 1stDibs partners with only top-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yves Saint Laurent was founded in 1962.

    The revered and groundbreaking French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent established his eponymous luxury house with his partner, Pierre Bergé. In the years prior, beginning in his teens, Saint Laurent had been working for Christian Dior. In 1966, four years after establishing the label, he and Bergé 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 and didn’t retire from designing until 2002.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Yves Saint Laurent has quite a few outlets across the globe, including in Paris and in the US. Depending on your location, you can find an outlet store — or Shop authentic Yves Saint Laurent pieces on 1stDibs from trusted sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    No, Saint Laurent is not owned by Luxottica. Saint Laurent’s parent company is Kering, while Luxottica, a luxury eyewear company, is held by EssilorLuxottica SA. Saint Laurent sunglasses and other eyeglasses are made by Kering Eyewear. Find vintage Yves Saint Laurent sunglasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can find Saint Laurent pieces on sale from their home websites or authorized third-party websites. However, their sales are often not advertised or are invite-only — but some retailers who carry Saint Laurent have items on sale occasionally. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Saint Laurent pieces from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent Derbies tend to run true to size. Consult the brand’s website for sizing guides to ensure a proper fit. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent shoes from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To care for Saint Laurent boots, make sure you protect them from excessive exposure to water, rain and snow. Invest in products to moisturize the material, and use a boot tree to maintain the shape of taller boots. Most importantly, never forget to wipe down your boots after each wear. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide array of Saint Laurent boots from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find out how to clean your Saint Laurent jeans, check the care instructions tag sewn on the inside of the jeans. Different materials require different care, so be sure to follow the instructions provided with your unique pair. Find vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Breaking in Saint Laurent sneakers depends on how you’ll be wearing them. If you’re wearing them often, they’re likely to break in quickly — but this can vary from person to person. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Saint Laurent shoes from some of the world’s top boutiques.