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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
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

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Black Wool Size Small 70s Wrap Maxi Skirt YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic, yet classic vintage late 70s YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche black wool wrap maxi skirt! Features an interior button with hook-and-eye closure. POCKETS at each side of the waist...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent coral moire silk and velvet petal skirt, fw 1994
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent coral moire silk and black velvet petal skirt. Fall-Winter 1994
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1990s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Size 12 / 14 Grey Wool Belted Skirt Suit YSL 1980s 46
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Timeless stylish vintage 80s YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche gray wool belted skirt suit! The perfect alternative to a black suit, this ensemble is perfect for any time of year. Tailo...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Red Black Leather Convertible Crossbody Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
Yves Saint Laurent convertible vintage clutch bag, crafted in black and red leather. It features a flap with button closure on the front. Beige signature lining. 1 side zip pocket an...
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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

1982 Yves Saint Laurent Runway Documented Blue and Green Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This documented vintage belt was designed by Yves Saint Laurent and walked the runway as part of the brand’s Spring 1982 collection. It is elasticated and woven from raffia in stripe...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Shell Clutch Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - Straw clutch decorated with a shell. Additional information: Dimensions: Width: 25 cm, Height: 16 cm, Depth: 3 cm, Handle: 120 cm Condition: Good conditio...
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL 1980s Grey Suede Leather High Waisted Harem Pants
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing collectible RARE vintage early 80s YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche elephant gray suede leather high waisted harem pants / trousers ! Features a high waist with pockets at each...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL Black Lace & Cotton Strapless Bustier Top w/ Grograin Trim - 44 - 60s-70s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
YSL Black Lace & Cotton Strapless Bustier Top w/ Grograin Trim - 44 - 60's-70's. This sexy vintage top is in excellent vintage condition. It fe...
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford black shredded silk ribbon top and skirt, fw 2001
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Yves Saint Laurent Top and Skirt Set ▪ Creative Director: Tom Ford ▪ Fall-Winter 2001 ▪ Constructed from black knitted viscose ▪ Woven shredded silk ribbon appliques ...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

New Yves Saint Laurent YSL Suede Heels Pumps Sz 38
By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Brand New * Stunning Suede In Plum * Unique Scalloped Sides & Heel * Leather Insole * Open Square Toe * 4.5" Heel * With Box * Beautiful!
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Vintage Signed Love Cards Print Reversible Puffer Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
A striking and iconic Yves Saint Laurent 1980s vintage puffer coat, featuring a vibrant Love print inspired by the hand-drawn Valentine's Day signed car...
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1980s European 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

Yves Saint Laurent Exotic Leather Shoes
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Amsterdam, NL
YSL summer shoes, worn a few times In good vintage condition Size EU 39 Please note that vintage items are not new and therefore might have minor imperfe...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Blue Silk Shirt Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL blue silk dress featuring a shirt dress shape, fitted at the waist, front buttons, small shoulder pads, front patched pockets. Circa 1990's Composition: 6100% ...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent ' Rive Gauche ' Short Sleeve Belted Black Linen Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Superb vintage YSL "Rive Gauche" black double-faced linen dress, w/ detachable tie belt. Functional black + gold buttons down the front, w/ hidden hook and eye closure at bust + wais...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent x Stefano Pilati 2009 Grey Leopard Silk Shift Dress
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Classic chic archival Yves Saint Laurent leopard print dress from dress from Stefano Pilati's Pre-Fall 2009 collection. Gorgeously crafted from super soft grey and black YSL dotted l...
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Early 2000s Unknown Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Geometric Abstract Print Silk Scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, 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

1970S YVES SAINT LAURENT Silk YSL Paisley Bow Neck Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
1970S YVES SAINT LAURENT Silk YSL Paisley Bow Neck Blouse
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1970s Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage 90s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Suede Leather Fringe Nehru Tunic Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous vintage 1990s YVES SAINT LAURENT ( YSL ) Rive Gauche black suede nehru style fringed tunic dress! Features six large wood buttons up the front. Pockets at each side of the w...
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1990s 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

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

A/W 2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Draped Wrap around Pencil Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sheffield, GB
Elegant and Sexy Autumn / Winter 2001 Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' by Tom Ford Draped Wrap around Pencil Skirt in Black Blended cotton with a Gold Metal Buckle at the Hip. MADE I...
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Early 2000s 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

1990s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lipstick Red Linen Vintage 90s Blazer Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 90s YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche lipstick red linen smoking blazer jacket ! Features a vibrant red color that is perfect anytime of year. Gunmetal metal button at center...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Spring/Summer 1995 Barbie Pink Gold Hearts Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Jersey City, NJ
A stunning vintage blazer from the Spring/Summer 1995 collection by Yves Saint Laurent. This classic jacket in vibrant Barbie pink wool boasts a subtly tailored fit, and the added st...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Brown Woven Raffia Safari Belt, 1990s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche raffia safari belt. Classic large square buckle. Brown raffia whipstitched into the leather base. Chocolate brown. Circa 1990's. Excellent, unworn cond...
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20th Century Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Taupe Suede Fringed Mid Calf Boots w Stacked Heel
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Taupe Suede Fringed Mid Calf Boots w Stacked Heel: These new-never worn boots scream Boho Chic! An amalgam of Western styling on the vamp detail and Native ...
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1980s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

1990s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Rive Gauche Army Green Vintage 90s Linen Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
1990s YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Rive Gauche army green linen skirt! Features the perfect color green that can easily be your new neutral. Super soft linen fabric. Flattering pleats at e...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

1976 YVES SAINT LAURENT Balle Russes collection burgundy velvet RUNWAY jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rich burgundy, velvet jacket with black woven wool trim designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to fall of 1976 as seen on the 'Ballet Russes' runway. Jacket has full sleeves and slit...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Crushed Panne Velvet Mini Kilt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent's iconic crushed panne velvet mini kilt. Saint Laurent took one of his favorite evening fabrics and reinterprets it for day in the form of...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Size 8 Plunging Halter One Piece 80s Bodysuit Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage early 80s YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL for Saks 5th Avenue plunging halter one piece bodysuit or swimsuit ! Swimsuit is a black lycra with color block stripes of purple, neon ...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Black Velvet Gown with Taffeta Ruffled Trim, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iconic Yves Saint Laurent silhouette circa .Black velvet wrap gown with taffeta ruffle trim. Deep v neckline. Fully lined. Self tie at waist. Fully lined and in excellent conditio...
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20th Century Yves Saint Laurent

1990's YVES SAINT LAURENT pony fur and leather heels
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Spotted pony fur and jet black leather heels from Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1990's. Labeled a size 7 however these best fit a modern US 6.5. Heels measure approximately 2.5". ...
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1990s Italian 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

1980's SAINT LAURENT rive gauche black satin jacket with rhinestones
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare jet black satin jacket with rhinestone buttons designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the early 1980's. Jacket is labeled a rare French size 44. Approximate measurements:...
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1970s 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 golden belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Openwork golden metal articulated belt. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 66 cm - Width: 6.5 cm SKU:ACC198
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Deep red patent leather open-toe sandals with cabochons Yves Saint Laurent
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Deep red patent leather open-toe sandals with cabochons and rhinestone. Buckle closure on the top side. heels height = 11 cm plateform = 1 cm SHOE-SIZE = 38 1/2
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage 1990s Yves Saint Laurent Red Satin Bolero Jacket - 36
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage 1990s Yves Saint Laurent Red Size 36 Satin Bolero Jacket with Single Mother of Pearl Button. Measurements: Bust: 38 " Shoulder to Shoulder: 1...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Olive and Brown Leather Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A great vintage leather belt by Yves Saint Laurent. In olive and brown leather it has decorative gold detail and a square buckle. Made in France ...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

2000s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple Diamond Weave Pencil Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
Yves Saint Laurent 2005 Rive Gauche purple pencil skirt in a diamond weave composed of an amazing flax blend that almost feels like a soft wove...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Purple single breasted coat with black button Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 1970's
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple single breasted wool coat with black button. Pocket on both side. SIZE 40 (Fr) L
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Édition Soir Teal Silk Gown, FW 2009, Size 38, NWT
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingston, NY
This brand-new-with-tags (NWT - priced at $6590) Yves Saint Laurent Édition Soir gown, attributed to Fall-Winter 2009 under Stefano Pilati’s creative direction, represents a rare jew...
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Early 2000s American Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Haute Couture Red / Green Stripe Silk Chiffon Dress, 1991
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Yves Saint Laurent understood fashion for the everyday woman, and he also was a master of couture who reinvented the look and feel of the traditional couture image. YSL’s 1991...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

1990s YSL Yves Saint Laurent Emerald Wool Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
1990s Yves Saint Laurent YSL emerald green wool jacket featuring a black braided finishing, black decorative buttons. 100% wool In good vintage condition. ...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Saint Laurent Black Velvet Wrap Dress with Taffeta Ruffle Collar, 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1970s YSL piece is an incredible example of how excess can be elegant. Just look at the gorgeous draping velvet and cascading ruffles that give this piece and endless illusion. ...
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20th Century Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT Size S Black Cotton Camisole Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
YVES SAINT LAURENT top comes in a black cotton featuring a front silk panel and small bow details. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: S Measurements: Shou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Fall 1984 Trompe l’oeil Black and White Lace Print Silk Pants
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
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

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Reddish Brown Sunglasses 8910 P128
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
Channeling vintage glamour with a bold contemporary twist, these Yves Saint Laurent sunglasses are a striking accessory for the style-conscious collector. Crafted from rich reddish-b...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

2004 Yves Saint Laurent SS 2004 Tom Ford jacket + vest
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Yves Saint Laurent - Ready-to-Wear - Runway Collection - Women Spring / Summer 2004 size F 40 vest from this look jacket from another look, see reference photo new condition with...
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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

NWT F/W 2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Silk Ruffle Strapless Top
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous sleeveless black silk Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche top, designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 2003 collection, this chic black top is constructed of laye...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Gold Sun Buttons Black Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Vintage YSL black jacket with 3 gold color sun buttons at front and sleeves. no pockets, 100% wool. Size Appears to be France 42 and US 10, please ref...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Shoulder Fabric Bag in Black Suede
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves saint Laurent - (Made in France) Fabric bag with trimmings. Black suede interior. Additional information: Dimensions: Height : 21 cm, Width : 25.5 cm, Depth : 1 cm, Handle :...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture electric blue documented dress, 1987
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
DOCUMENTED RUNWAY haute couture dress with model name on the lable. Electric blue color. Oversized buttons and hidden zippers. Collection A/H 1987. Size S. Measurements : Waist – ...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 6556 YSL Oval Tortoise 1980 France Sunglasses
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Beautiful And Stylish Ysl Frame Sunglasses. This Pair Show Minor Sign Of Wear Due To Storage. Please Study The Pictures. A Great Opportunity To Achieve A Unique And Yet Timele...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Graphic Cotton Scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Early Graphic Cotton Batiste Logo Scarf from the 1970's. 26" square. Late 1970's France.
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Black & Blue Yves Saint Laurent V-Neck Cardigan Size US S
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Black and blue V-neck cardigan by Yves Saint Laurent. Dual hip pockets. Button closures at center front. 40" bust, 19" shoulder width, 28" length.
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21st Century and Contemporary 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.
  • 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.
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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 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 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 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 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 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 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
    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
    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
    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
    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 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 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
    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 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.

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