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Yves Saint Laurent

French, 1936-2008

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.

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Designer: Yves Saint Laurent
Saint Laurent Monogram Matelassé Triquilt Envelope Large Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Saint Laurent Envelope bag made with metal-free tanned leather, with a front flap and magnetic snap closure, decorated with metal YSL initials and horizontal and vertical quilted ove...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT belt with ric-rac accents, long ties and tassels
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very interesting fabric belt with ric-rac accents, long ties and multi-colored tassels from Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1970's. Labeled a size '4'. Belt measures approximately: ...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

2014 SAINT LAURENT single breasted houndstooth wool runway coat
By Yves Saint Laurent, Hedi Slimane
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black and off-white houndstooth woven wool overcoat by Saint Laurent dating to fall of 2014. Same coat seen on the runway . French size 40. Approximate measurements: 40" bust, 46" h...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Little black dress FR36
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in PARIS, FR
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress in black wool jersey, round collar closed with 3 buttons on the shoulder and smooth velvet yoke on the upper bust and shoulders, straight cut wit...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Navy Blue Long Skirt with Original Tags Never Worn
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New Hope, PA
This Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche long skirt still retains the original tags, attached to the label. Never worn, it is in pristine condition. There are loose pleats at the center f...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL New Black Palms Canvas Wallet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL new black canvas palm tree wallet with multiple pockets and slots . Comes with original dustcover and box.
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Suede Heels Pumps Sz 37
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Leesburg, VA
Tom Ford For YSL Heels Brand New * Stunning Suede In Purple * Tom Ford's Final Years w/ YSL * Iconic and Impossible to Find New * Unique Scalloped Sides & Heel * Leather Insole * Op...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

YSL New Blue Leather Zip Pouch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Saint Laurent pouch made of smooth calfskin leather in black. Saint Laurent Paris logo is printed in silver. Silver top zipper opens to a black fab...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

F/W 1983 Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Runway Ad Black Sequin Ruched Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Saint Laurent
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: a fabulous black Saint Laurent Rive Gauche ruched dress, designed by Yves Saint Laurent. From the Fall/Winter 1983 collection, this fabulous dress was highlight...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Saint Laurent 86A Set FR40 Jacket Skirt Gold Brocade
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Saint Laurent Rive Gauche ensemble, probably from the Fall Winter 1986 collection, short, fitted jacket, notched collar closed by (a press stud hidden under) a button in front, 2 fla...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Saint Laurent Top FR40 Black Suede and Leather Sewing
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Yves Saint Laurent top in black suede, round neck, sleeveless, all embroidered with a wide leather tie, 2 small slits at the bottom of the top, zip fastening in the back, black canva...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent"rive gauche" vintage 1970s black gabardine wrap skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerp, BE
Experience the timeless allure of the 1970s with this exquisite Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" vintage wrap-style skirt. Crafted from luxurious gabardine fabric.The design features...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent F/W 1991 Green and red sleeveless floral top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, IT
- Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche - Sold by Skof.Archive - Print with floral motifs - Large gold button closure on the back - Fall Winter 1991 - Made in France - Composition labe...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

F/W 2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Pink Silk Satin Ruched Long Sleeve Top
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: a stunning pink silk satin Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche long-sleeve top, designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 2001 collection, Ford's first fall collect...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

F/W 2004 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Satin Red Horn Mombasa Mini Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: a fabulous black satin Yves Saint Laurent mini Mombassa bag, designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this mini evening bag showcases a luxur...
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Early 2000s Yves Saint Laurent

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Black Knit Floral Applique Tank Top
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: a fabulous black knit Yves Saint Laurent tank top. From the 1990s, this top features a scoop neckline, spaghetti straps, and a large black floral appliqué on on...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

F/W 2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Ribbon Runway Sweater
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: a fabulous black ribbon Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche sweater top, designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 2001 collection, this top debuted as part of look...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s YSL Yves Saint Laurent Vintage White Cotton Cropped Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Portland, OR
This vintage 1980's Yves Saint Laurent cropped jacket is in a luxe white cotton that is perfect for Summer! This jacket has shoulder pads for structure, and a perfectly boxy cropped...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Neutral Beige Pants & Jacket 2pc Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
This vintage Yves Saint Laurent neutral pantsuit from the late 1970s or early 1980s exemplifies YSL's enduring commitment to theme elements in his designs. A reinterpretation of the classic safari look, this ensemble comprises a tan jacket...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

1990's YVES SAINT LAURENT black denim strapless dress with shell buttons
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Strapless, black denim dress with oversized shell buttons and horizontal pockets at hips from Yves Saint Laurent dating to the late 1980's, early 1990's. No size is indicated however...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Neutral Beige Jersey Dress w Bishop Sleeves
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Portland, OR
This is a classic example of a late 1970's Yves Saint Laurent smock dress, in a neutral light beige jersey fabric and featuring bishop-style sleeves. The dress bears the YSL signatur...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent 1970's Chain Waist Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sheffield, GB
1970's Yves Saint Laurent gold tone metal waist belt, featuring rectangular shaped segments, one of which is embossed 'YSL' and divided with circular chains. Features: 'YSL' Emboss...
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20th Century Yves Saint Laurent

An Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Oversize Caban Coat Numbered 60623 C. 1990
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1988/1990 France Oversize Caban coat or navy-inspired sailor coat in cream silk satin by Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture dating from the late 1980s....
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

S/S 1992 Yves Saint Laurent Runway Ad Bright Green Ruffle Heart Button Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: a fabulous bright green Yves Saint Laurent mini dress, designed by Yves Saint Laurent. From the Spring/Summer 1992 collection, this dress debuted on the season’...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Blue cotton dress with red buttons Yves Saint Laurent Variation
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue cotton dress with red decoratives buttons. Red top-stitching. ZIP IN THE MIDDLE BACK. NEW WITH TAG. No lining. SIZE: 38 ( fR) 8 (uS)
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

S/S 1983 Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Runway Ad Black Red Sleeveless Dress
By Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: a classic black and red Yves Saint Laurent dress, designed by Yves Saint Laurent. From the Spring/Summer 1983 collection, this dress debuted on the season's run...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage 1991 Green Peplum Jacket & Skirt Suit W/ Original Tag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
We love vintage Yves Saint Laurent and find that his pieces truly stand the test of time! This is a 1991 Deadstock YSL two piece green polished cotton suit with a collarless peplum j...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980S Yves Saint Laurent Black Tiger Print Silk Satin Gown With Sleeves
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
1980S Yves Saint Laurent Black Tiger Print Silk Satin Gown With Sleeves
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Navy Halterneck Sleeveless Mini Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: a fabulous navy blue Yves Saint Laurent halterneck mini dress, designed by Yves Saint Laurent. From the late 1990s, this gorgeous YSL dress features a plunging ...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Black and kaki check pattern wool skirt-suit Yves Saint Laurent Variation
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and kaki check pattern wool skirt-suit. Shoulder-pad. Black rayon lining. Velvet collar and cuff. SIZE 38 (Fr) 8 (Us)
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

F/W 1988 Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Runway Red Satin Pocket Pencil Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: a striking red satin skirt designed by Yves Saint Laurent for his Fall/Winter 1988 collection. Multiple versions of this classic skirt debuted on the season's r...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

F/W 2004 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Pink Willow Chinoiserie Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: a stunning dusty pink chinoiserie Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche skirt, designed by Tom Ford. From Ford’s final collection at YSL, this pattern from Spring/Summ...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent White Cotton Coat Dress or Duster Style Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
This vintage early 1980's Yves Saint Laurent white cotton duster style coat or coat dress is another YSL take on the utilitarian smock style dresses and tops he designed in the 1970'...
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

1970's SAINT LAURENT trench coat with puff sleeves and plaid wool lining
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Classic, army-green, cotton trench coat with puff sleeves and plaid lining designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1970's. No size is indicated however this will best fit a US 6...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Purple Plaid Pant Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Waterford, MI
Purple plaid suit. Front button closures. Front pockets. Shoulder pads. Pleated trousers. Front zipper on trousers. Lined. Wool. Made in France. *Conditi...
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1970s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Saharienne Safari Two Piece Skirt Suit Set Pink Pockets 1990s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent saharienne safari inspired two-piece set in baby pink with wooden buttons and big, workwear pockets. The iconic “Sa...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent By Tom Ford Wrap Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
Located in Geneva, CH
Effortlessly chic, this early 2000 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford wrap dress will deliver glamour and sophistication for any occasion. Cut from comfortable vibrant fuchsia crepe-viscose, it has a plunging V-neckline and satin-silk waist sash ties to ensure the most flattering fit. Partially lined the dress is approximately a size S (US 4) but runs slightly big to size. Style it with stilettos and a small clutch. Remarks : - same dress in black colour is available for sale as well - circa 2000 Bulgari...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Ysl New Magenta Calfskin Shoulder Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL new shoulder bag in magenta calfskin leather and silver tone hardware. Shoulder drop 18”/22", adjustable to make cross body. Interior pocket, front buckle,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Geometric Abstract Print Silk Scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This 1980s Yves Saint Laurent Geometric Abstract Print Silk Scarf stands out with its 100% blue silk material, adorned with a modern abstract...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Black&white silk jacquard shirt with zebra print Yves Saint Laurent Variation
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black&white silk jacquard shirt with zebra print, " lips" pattern inside the silk jacquard. SIZE 40 (Fr) 8 (Us)
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Red Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage jacket by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. The jacket dates from 1993 and is in red cotton with two front pockets and wonderful buttons on the front and cuffs. It is fu...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent 2011 Crinkle Wrap Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a spring/summer 2011 YSL "crinkle" lightweight nylon coat in beige. Snap closure. The fabric is somewhat reminiscent of Issey Miyake pieces. The coat is made in France. The...
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2010s French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL New Set of 2 Blue Cotton Towels
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Ysl new set of two bathroom towels , green logo embossed cotton with emerald green trim. Large 46" x 24" Small 30" x 13"
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Black 2pc Taffeta Dress w Pink Polka Dots w Skirt & Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
This is a lovely vintage Yves Saint Laurent late 1970's or early 1980's 2 piece dress in a luxe black taffeta with pink polka dots. This dress can be worn during the day or evening d...
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1970s European Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Pale Wheat Yellow Wool / Silk Jacket 38 / 6
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Miami, FL
Yves Saint Laurent supple light weight Safari influenced jacket. Softest butter wheat yellow with nude creates this fabulous on button single breast jacket. Front patch pockets have ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Yves Saint Laurent

Purple suede high heels mocassin Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple suede high heels mocassin with pompom. Height of the heel = 11 cm Shoe size : 37 (It)
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

YSL NIB Card Case Petroleum Crocodile Embossed Leather
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL New Card Case in petroleum crocodile - embossed shiny leather. Gold metal logo on the front. 5 card slots. Comes with booklet, tag, original dust cov...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple Silk Top
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in London, GB
A stylish vintage silk top by Yves saint Laurent Rive Gauche. In a purple textured silk, the top has a round neckline and six button fastening at the back. Measurements: bust up to 3...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Deep Purple Cotton Trousers W Self Tie Sash Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
These vintage Yves Saint Laurent purple cotton trousers are anything but ordinary! The color is the perfect rich, jewel tone saturated purple and we fell in love the with attached sa...
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1980s European Yves Saint Laurent

S/S 2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Leather Strapless Bandage Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: a fabulous black leather Yves Saint Laurent mini dress, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 2001 collection, this chic strapless dress is constructed e...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Red Teardrop Sunglasses
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent Red Teardrop Sunglasses, Red plastic frame, Brown lenses, gold tone metalware, logo plaque on temple Condition: 1980s, very good, no original box Measurements:...
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Feather Trim Black Maxi Wool Cape
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: a gorgeous black Yves Saint Laurent haute couture cape, designed by Yves Saint Laurent. From the 1970s, this floor-length wool cape beautifully drapes off the s...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

1989 YVES SAINT LAURENT haute couture silk RUNWAY dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare 20's style sheer silk chiffon haute couture dress with lace designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to 1989 exactly as seen on the spring 1989 runw...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Black and Blue Knit Pullover Sweater
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
This is a YSL 1980's vintage pullover sweater from Yves Saint Laurent in black ribbed wool knit with lovely bright blue trim. This long top has slits ...
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1980s European Yves Saint Laurent

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.
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" vintage 1970s cotton safari dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerp, BE
This iconic Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" safari dress dates to 1969-1970. It was made in France from unlined cotton. The front is classic YSL does up the front with 4 buttons a...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Brown Linen Blend Embroidered Cropped Jacket & Skirt Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
This is a 1980's vintage Yves Saint Laurent 2 piece brown linen jacket and skirt suit. The luxe brown fabric feels like a rayon linen blend and has brown lining and black buttons. We...
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1980s European Yves Saint Laurent

1984 Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Purple Zip Front Runway Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
This documented 1980's Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress made of fine purple wool.The dress has a full zipper closure up the front between the nice slit at the front hemli...
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1980s European Yves Saint Laurent

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    Yves Saint Laurent was founded in 1961 by designer Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé. The influential fashion designer popularized trousers for women, and he designed the famous 1965 Mondrian collection, featuring that artist’s work in his design. On 1stDibs, you'll find authentic, vintage and modern Yves Saint Laurent clothing and accessories.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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
    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 pronounced “EEV sann law-raunt.” Yves Saint Laurent is a French luxury fashion house founded by designer Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé. Shop a wide range of Yves Saint Laurent pieces 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent is pronounced “EEV-SAAN law-RAANT.” It’s a French name, from the famous designer of the 20th century Yves Henri Donat Mathieu-Saint-Laurent. He founded the luxury fashion house that bears his name in 1962. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent is made with the utmost quality and high-end materials. You can check for authenticity cards, near perfect stitching and a branded label along the inside to confirm the item is authentic. Find a large collection of authentic Yves Saint Laurent from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One of Yves Saint Laurent's most famous and iconic styles is the "Le Smoking,” originally launched as a black suit for women at a time when women didn’t wear pants in public — and were sometimes kicked out of luxury establishments for wearing them. Many incarnations of “Le Smoking” have hit the shelves in the decades since its debut. Shop a large collection of new and vintage Yves Saint Laurent pieces from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The fashion house Yves Saint Laurent was founded in 1962 by Yves Henri Donat Mathieu-Saint-Laurent and Pierre Bergé in Paris, France. Their mission was to make prêt-à-porter, or ready-to-wear fashion, a reputable trend. In 1966, they opened the first YSL Rive Gauche women’s boutique in Paris, followed soon after by YSL Rive Gauche for men. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of iconic vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent clothing and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An authentic Yves Saint Laurent scarf should look hand-rolled and hand-stitched. The material should be rolled in towards the logo, and then hand stitched so that the material comes from the back to the front. The pattern should also be completely symmetrical. You’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Saint Laurent clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine whether your YSL bag is real or fake. Authentic Saint Laurent bags have a serial number tag. Authentic bags will have the tag sewn into the lining around the edges. The serial number is 12 digits separated by a dot. Newer versions of YSL bags will have a serial number that is three letters, followed by 10 digits and they’re separated by a dot. In addition, make sure to thoroughly examine the bag for flaws and imperfections. A true Yves Saint Laurent bag will be flawless. Shop a collection of authentic Saint Laurent purses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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