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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
1980 YVES SAINT LAURENT Ikat cardigan RUNWAY sweater
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extremely rare Yves Saint Laurent ikat cardigan sweater from the Fall/Winter 1980 collection, as seen on the runway. The piece is executed in a...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Black Silk Velvet Dress, 1986
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Black silk velvet Haute Couture evening gown embellished with organza flounces. Bolduc present, number 67648. No composition label or size indica...
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1980s French 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

Early 1990s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Lace-Up Black Sheer Lace Mini Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black lace Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche mini dress. From the early 1990s, this beautiful dress is covered in lace and features a sweetheart-style neckline with spaghet...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Wool Challis Flower Print Vintage 90s Smock Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Signature vintage early 90s YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche colorful lightweight wool challis long sleeve dress! Features a flattering and forgiving loose fitting bodice, with a taper...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent " Rive Gauche " Navy Blue Maxi Skirt Size 48 / US 16
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect vintage Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" navy blue maxi skirt, in RARE size 48 ! Beautiful slimming cut, ankle length, and so much det...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Cashmere Wool Fur-Trim Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Yves Saint Laurent fur-trim coat was made in the 1980s by the house's fur label, YSL Fourrures. It's crafted of the softest cashmere wool— without even getting to the fu...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Black Single Breasted Wool Skirt Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This timeless black wool skirt suit was designed by French fashion house Yves Saint Laurent during the late 1990s or 2000. It can likely be attributed to the great and late Alber El...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL Yves Saint Laurent Necktie Mens Moroccan Star Red Silk Abstract Design
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage YSL silk tie with abstract Post Modern detailing to create a timeless tie. YSL Yves Saint Laurent Necktie Mens Silk Abstract design. Authentic, preowned, vintage Yves Saint Laurent necktie, most likely made in the 1980s. Moroccan red with abstract pattern design and small Moroccan Moorish stars. From the iconic fashion house, Yves Saint Laurent, Paris. Composition: 100% silk Made In ITALY YSL Yves Saint Laurent Dress Silk...
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20th Century Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent all-silk tie
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, IT
Fine and elegant, this vintage tie has been designed by Yves Saint Laurent and it is in all silk. Its green, blue and red motifs make this tie classy and stylish. This tie is perfect for every situation, from work to a night...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Black Studded Convertible Shoulder Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent shoulder bag in black leather. It features quilted design and silver metal studs embellishment with diamond pattern. Flap with magnetic button closure. 1 o...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Chiffon and Velvet Ensemble
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Silk Chiffon and Velvet Ensemble. Sheer black silk chiffon top with red coupe de velour polka dots rendered with ruffle trimmed sleeves and collar and a long black...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Documented Oriental Cropped Evening Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage cropped evening supple jacket from the Spring/Summer Ready-to-Wear 1993 Collection. Similar jacket worn on the runway by NADEGE DUBOSPERTUS. This JACKET ...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Saint Laurent Green and Red Harlequin Print Tulle Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1980s Red, black, green and teal print harlequin tulle mini skirt. Skirt is paired with Jean Paul Gaultier burgundy mesh cropped sweater shirt with ostrich sleeves. ( sweater shirt a...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Blouse Peasant Puffed Sleeve Black Velvet Formal Vintage 38
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche puffed sleeve peasant blouse, likely made in the late 70s or early 80s. Made from black velvet with elasticized sleeves, it's fully lined and fastens with a zipper under the wearers left sleeve. No content label/dry clean recommended. A fabulous vintage top that can be worn on or off the shoulders. It looks amazing with a long ruffled skirt...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Black velvet and brocade skirt-suit Yves Saint Laurent Variation Winter 1990
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and brocade skirt-suit . Main fabric composition: 47% wool, 34% rayon, 19% polyester. Acetate lining. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. shoulder-pad. ...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Russian Collection 1976 Geometric 70s Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and iconic vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT 'Rive Gauche' Russian Collection dress! The 1976 RUssian Collection is Saint Laurent's most iconic collection of all time, and is referenced often. This beauty features a sot virgin wool body, w/ burgundy velvet collar, shoulders and sleeve cuffs. Flattering and forgiving body, with a slightly tapered skirt. Wooden buttons at side left shoulder, and at each sleeve cuff. Pockets at each side of the waist. Warm colors of purple, lavender, burnt orange, burgundy and blue. Looks great alone or belted (the pictured vintage YSL dress...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Printed wool dress with velvet shoulders Yves Saint Laurent Variation
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed wool dress with velvet shoulders. Belt in the same fabric. Shoulder pad. No lining. 1 extra button provide. Zip at the end of the sleeves= 10 cm lenght. Wrist diameter= 18 c...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

White cotton jacquard jacket with leaves pattern Yves Saint Laurent Variation
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White cotton jacquard jacket with leaves pattern. The fabric composition tag has been cut but the main fabric is for sure cotton and the lining is probably rayon. Shoulder-pad. On...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Burgundy Velvet Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage YSL "Rive Gauche" jacket is made of soft bordeaux velvet with 5 black buttons at the front, no pockets. Size is marked EU 42 but fits like a EU 40/ US 10, please refer t...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Magnificent Deep Violet Wool Jersey Evening Cape
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
This rare Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche "Opium Collection's" magnificent and simply elegant deep violet wool jersey evening cape is detailed with a mandarin collar ...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

New Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Pink + Purple Logo Workout Towel
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new never worn vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT pink, purple and white logo workout towel! Step up your gym game with this statement piece! Tired of sporting LuLu Lemon...
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Late 20th Century Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Skirt Black Moire Maxi Rare Ballet Russes Vintage 70s EU 42
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche black moire maxi skirt, likely made for the Ballet Russes or Russian collection in the late 70s. Made from a moire taffeta...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

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 Spring/Summer 1992. The design is from the 'Variation' line which was a second ready-...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

New Rare Yves Saint Laurent New YSL Eva Lips Heels Sz 38.5 U.S. 8
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New Marked Size: 38.5 Fits Sise 38 (U.S. 8) * Stunning Olive & Cream Lips! * Leather Insole * Adjustable Ankle Strap * Gold Hardware * 4.5" Heel * .5" Lip * With YSL Box...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage 1970s Yves Saint Laurent black scarf blouse and maxi pleated skirt set
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Verlaine Vintage offers a vintage Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" ensemble - 1970s/80s black viscose attached scarf blouse and maxi pleated skirt. Ma...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Butterfly Print Blouse, Fall-Winter 1971-1972
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
Very rare 70’s burnt orange YSL refined natural silk stand-up collar blouse. Unusual colorful butterfly print. Labelled a French size 38 (US 4-6), the blouse runs a bit small to size...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Rive Gauche Black Lace Corset & Chiffon Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Late 1980's Saint Laurent Rive Gauche corset and skirt ensemble. Corset a has black lace overlay on top of a flesh colored lining. Corset lacing at the front is adjustable to your bo...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Gold Clutch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent evening bag in the most stunning metallic gold crocodile embossed metal casing! Eye catching shiny g...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Wicker Clutch Black Brand New
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Yves Saint Laurent clutch in black crafted of wicker. The bag is trimmed with a polished leather and has an imprint of the Saint Laurent Logo in gold. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

1990s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Animal Print Silk Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL iconic silk printed jacket featuring an animal print, a long length and long sleeves with buttons at cuffs. Circa 1990s Composition: 100% silk Estimated size ...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Autumn-Winter 1987 black lace flamenco evening dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent Autumn-Winter 1987 black lace flamenco evening dress with ruffled trim
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Navy blue cotton skirt-suit Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche SS 1992
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue cotton skirt-suit . Lining composition: 55% acetate, 45% rayon. Shoulder pad. Button closure on the middle front and buttons on the cuffs as well. SIZE OF THE JACKET : 38...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage F/W 2004 Camel St Tropez Ruffled Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
YSL by Tom Ford camel St Tropez ruffled bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 Rive Gauche. Features double Horn handle , adjustable strap, ruffled leather body magnetic button closure. YSL b...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

1976 YVES SAINT LAURENT silk floral printed RUNWAY dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Pink, rose floral-printed, silk dress with open neckline designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to spring of 1976 as seen on the runway. Fits a US size 4-6. Approximate measurements: ...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent wool scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Red wool scarf with black fur pompoms. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 190 cm x 48 cm SKU:ACC476
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

New Yves Saint Laurent YSL 2006 Silk Culottes Skirt Pants Sz Fr36
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Yves Saint Laurent New Without Tags FR36 100% Sheer Double Layered Silk Black High Waist Fit Culottes Evening Skirt Pants 3 Button Closure Hidden Zipper Two Hidden Side Pockets Wais...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Red Gold Buckle Suede Charm Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
YSL's lobster-red suede leather belt is the perfect adornment for any ensemble, featuring a gold-tone metalware charm with the iconic Y initial, all crafted with luxurious precision ...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Runway Wool Sweater & Scarf, Fall-Winter 1982-1983
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Geneva, CH
Woven with a colourful pattern for a bold graphic look, this FW1982-1983 YSL runway (see picture 10) sweater and matching scarf will be perfect for the Fall s...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

1971 Iconic Yves Saint Laurent Lips Print Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
The celebrated 1971 Yves Saint Laurent lips print dress from the collection that was panned when it came out but now universally revered. We are so luc...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Brown Suede Palais Platform Heels
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Iconic Yves Saint Laurent Palais Platform pumps in classic brown suede. Unworn with a few surface scuffs from storage. Have rounded toe, sculpted platforms and square profile high he...
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2010s Unknown Yves Saint Laurent

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 with crystal embellishement. One size fits all. Adjustable ...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

An Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Top Embroidered with Sequins Circa 1980
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1980/1990 France Top entirely embroidered with black and silver sequins by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dating from the 1980s. Round low-cut neckline, long sleeves and closur...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Sheer Tuxedo Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Sheer Tuxedo Blouse is likely a sophisticated, timeless piece, reflecting the luxury and high fashion associated with the Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) br...
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Late 20th Century Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Fall 1984 Trompe l’oeil Black and White Lace Print Silk Pants
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage YSL Fall 1984 black and white trompe l’oeil black and white lace print silk trousers ! Features an all over black and white lace print. Pockets at each side of the hips....
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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 West Hollywood, CA
Presenting 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/Summer 2004 deb...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Cocktail Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. The dress has a v neckline, button opening with wonderful decorative buttons , gathering at the waist and small shoul...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Haute Couture & Luxury Leather Goods by Besch Cannes Auction Catalog France 2015
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Haute Couture and Luxury Leather Goods by Besch Cannes Auction Catalog France, Juillet 2015. Regular sales in one of the best luxury hotels of Cannes Haute Couture and luxury leather goods, tableware, luxury leather goods, designer bags, jewels and shoes, signed furs, fashion accessories: all these objects have in common an incomparable know-how and creativity. They are appreciated for their sewing technics, the choice of the fabrics and materials, the quality and rarity of the skins, the originality of their design, the name they bear. They “make” the fashion and necessarily the auction market : Hermès, Louis Vuitton...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT Size 36 Grey Multicolour Paint Splatter Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
YVES SAINT LAURENT 2007 jacket comes in a white cotton canvas featuring a large pockets multi- colour splattered details, and zip up closure. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT By Tom Ford S/s 2008 Fuchsia One-Shoulder Satin Gown
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Fabric composition: 100% Silk Measurements All measurements taken laid flat - Bust: 17.8 " / 45 cm - Waist: 14.25" / 36 cm - Hips: No limit since its flare-shaped - Sleeve: 21....
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Jersey Faux Wrap Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Black Jersey Faux Wrap Dress with strong shoulders and slim straight cut. 2 button closure at shoulder and faux wrap detail at dipping hem. Wool jersey double knit...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Silk Violet Bustier Dress, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Vintage Yves Saint Laurent silk bustier violet dress with a small drapery in front. Edition Soir. The inner corset tightly fixes the bustier o...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Brown Wool Day Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Adorable 1970's Yves Saint Laurent day dress. Dark brown wool, featuring a wide collar, front button up, two patch pockets, and long sleeves with slight gathering at the cuffs. An a...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

1990 YVES SAINT LAURENT haute couture floral silk mousseline RUNWAY dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, floral-printed, silk mousseline, haute couture dress designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to 1990 as seen on the spring couture runway in a different print. Dress best fi...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Purple crêpe bustier cocktail dress Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple crêpe bustier cocktail dress with silk boned bustier inside with zip closure on the right side. Adjustable waist band with 2 different lenght and hook&eye closure. Snap closu...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

F/W 1992 Yves Saint Laurent Runway Gold Metallic Leopard Print Asymmetric Gown
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting the most incredible golden Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress, designed by Yves Saint Laurent. From the Fall/Winter 1992 collection, this dress debuted on the season’s runway, modeled by Beverley Peele. It was also highlighted in the season’s ad campaign captured by Helmut Newton and modeled by Karen Mulder. This genuinely fabulous single-shoulder gown is covered in a cheetah print that glistens with every movement. Effortlessly chic, this rare dress...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent - Rive Gauche Red Iridescent Pouf Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Yves Saint Laurent - Rive Gauche red iridescent sharkskin silk and acetate bubble dress with voluminous skirt and large bow at front. Scoop Ballet-style neckline and fitted lon...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche YSL 1985s Top FR38 Pink Lace Blouse UK10 US8
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Top Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche circa 1980/85 blouse in slightly parma pink lurex lace, round neck closed by a dress button in the neck, long sleeves...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

2000s Yves Saint Laurent/YSL Brown Leather Heels with Velvet Trim
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Extremely chic Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche open toe heels from the 2000s. Brown leather toe with a crossed brown velvet trim and ankle strap. 2.5" heel and silver metal buckle clo...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

1992 Runway Yves Saint Laurent Black Wool Dress with Crystal Buttons
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This runway documented Yves Saint Laurent coat dress is from his spring / summer 1992 collection. With 'headlight' crystal buttons and matching belt it is exceptional quality and in ...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent fashion for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Yves Saint Laurent fashion available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of red, purple, blue and other tones. Most of the items here were designed during the 20th Century, but you can find examples that were created as recently as the 21st Century and Contemporary. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Christian Dior, and Jean Patou appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Yves Saint Laurent fashion from top boutiques around the world. Yves Saint Laurent fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $171,065, while the average work can sell for $795.
Questions About Yves Saint Laurent
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    YSL or Yves Saint Laurent is famous for pioneering “cross-design” in fashion, taking inspiration from street trends to modernize haute couture. He is also well known for creating pieces that both women and men can wear. By blurring gender-specific design, he empowered individual style while creating a scissor-sharp fashion aesthetic of sensual ease and beauty. Shop a collection of Yves Saint Laurent pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yves Saint Laurent was a fashion designer for nearly five decades. He started to work for Christian Dior during the 1950s, when Saint Laurent was still in his teens. He established his eponymous couture house with Pierre Bergé in 1962 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.
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    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 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.

    Find vintage Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The brand YSL stands for Yves Saint Laurent. The name comes from the French designer who established the French fashion house in 1961. He is known for having pioneered "cross-design" in fashion, taking inspiration from street trends to modernize luxury clothing. He was the first designer to launch a ready-to-wear label and the first couturier to open boutiques for both men and women. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Yves Saint Laurent apparel and accessories.
  • 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 ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Yes, YSL is a luxury brand. In fact, the French fashion house appears on the list of official haute couture maisons published by the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Paris. To earn this status, a fashion brand must employ at least 15 artisans, present at luxury fashion shows each season and meet other standards. Since its founding in 1962, Yves Saint Laurent has earned a reputation for producing pieces of exceptional quality out of fine materials like lace, cashmere and high-quality leather, fitting the definition of luxury. Shop a wide range of Yves Saint Laurent apparel and accessories 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 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 ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a YSL shirt is real, first look at the neck tag. By comparing it to images of labels shared on trusted online resources, you may spot inconsistencies in the text size, logo and other characteristics that could suggest your piece is a replica. Examining the seams can also be helpful. You should expect to see no imperfections on authentic Yves Saint Laurent shirts, so any uneven, misaligned or loose stitching may mean your shirt is a reproduction. A certified appraiser or expert authenticator can also be of assistance when authenticating Yves Saint Laurent apparel. Find a collection of Yves Saint Laurent shirts 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
    Belgian-born designer Anthony Vaccarello is the creative director at Yves Saint Laurent and is in charge of the fashion house’s womenswear and menswear lines. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent menswear from some of the world’s top sellers 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 is a luxury brand. Founded in 1962 by Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé, the brand is regarded as one of the foremost fashion labels in the 20th century.

    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. 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.

    Shop a large collection of vintage Yves Saint Laurent from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yves Saint Laurent is pronounced “EEV sann law-RAUNNT.” Yves Saint Laurent established his eponymous couture house with Pierre Bergé in 1962. 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. Find vintage Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 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
    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
    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
    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 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 1971, Yves Saint Laurent debuted his “Forties” line. Its theme was variations of the war years, and was labeled as “hideous” by the press, due to the line’s tonedeaf reminder of war and its fallout. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Yves Saint Laurent pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A new Saint Laurent fringe bag is available 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 bags 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
    To determine if a tie is an original Yves Saint Laurent tie, check the stitching, and get a feel for the quality of the fabric. All authentic YSL products, past or present, are made with the finest materials and are constructed with the utmost care. The stitching on an authentic Yves Saint Laurent necktie will be precise, and the seams will be flawless. Another thing to check is the keeper loop/label. If the brand’s label is part of the necktie’s keeper loop, the logo’s lettering will be crisp and clear. Always purchase Yves Saint Laurent items from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop vintage Yves Saint Laurent ties from some of the world’s best boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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
    No, the Yves Saint Laurent Belle de Jour clutch does not have zippers. The clutch closes securely with a snap closure. Shop a collection of vintage and new Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques 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
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are several ways to authenticate a Saint Laurent bag. Firstly, look for the serial number, which is sewn into the lining on a piece of leather matching the bag color. Also, the words ‘Made in Italy’ will be imprinted directly under the numbers. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Saint Laurent bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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