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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
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Rare and extraordinary Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969. Early extraordinary survival. Early YSL mini with extraordinarily layered embroider...
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent cardigan Summer 1991
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Red wild silk cardigan embroidered with multicolored sequins. Size 38FR indicated. 1991 Spring-Summer Collection. Condition: Very good conditio...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves St Laurent Color Block Mermaid Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous flare hem color block skirt from Yves St Laurent, YSL Rive Gauche. It consist of olive green, black and lavender bias cut panels wrapping around the skirt flaring at th...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Brown leather bag Yves Saint Laurent
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown leather bag with brown cotton lining. Dust-bag provided. Snap closure under the gold metal "Y" on the top middle front. Zip closure on the top. One inside pocket with zip closu...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

New Yves Saint Laurent by Stefano Pilati YSL Runway Suede Heels Pumps Sz 37.5
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Leesburg, VA
Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent Debut Collection * Brand New * Stunning Plum Suede * Size Euro: 37.5 * Purple Stitching * Dangle Tassel at Toe * Purple Leather Insole * 4" Hee...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Cotton Floral-Print Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL cotton floral-print dress featuring an oversize fitting, multicolour all-over floral print, round neck, pleat detailing, straight hem and side pockets. Circa ...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" 1971 Collection Vintage Documented Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" 1971 Vintage Documented Dress A rare, iconic piece from YSL's 1971 "Rive Gauche" collection, instantly recognizable to collectors. The bold print is ...
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1970s Yves Saint Laurent

Important Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Coat, 1970 Fall/Winter
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary Museum Quality Yves Saint Laurent Early Haute Couture coat from fall/winter 1970 in a Russian style which predates his Opera Ballets...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT By STEFANO PILATI S/S 2011 Runway Halter Dress
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, BE
Yves Saint Laurent by Stefano Pilati Spring Summer 2011 textured runway dress Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Designer: Stefano Pilati Collection: Spring Summer 2011 Fabric: Cotton / wool...
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2010s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Cotton Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL black cotton dress featuring black/white abstract pattern print, an oversize fitting, square neck, short sleeves, two side patch pockets, straight hem. Circa 1...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

1987 Saint Laurent Runway Black Crinkle Dress with Taffeta Ruffles
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This well documented dress was part of Yves Saint Laurent’s much sought after Spring 1987 collection, when Yves himself was still at the helm of his eponymous fashion house. The fabr...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Red Silk Halterneck Ruffle Dress, FW 2003
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Sleeveless halterneck cocktail dress in crimson silk georgette by Yves Saint Laurent, designed by Tom Ford for the Fall-Winter 2003 collection. The bias-cut bodice is shaped with a c...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Iconic Yves Saint Laurent "Kiss" Peasant Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Iconic and Rare Collector Quality Yves Saint Laurent "Kiss" Peasant Blouse in rayon georgette circa 1971 from the "Liberation" Collection. Vibrant red lip print with drawstring neckl...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

New Tom Ford For Yves Saint Laurent YSL Pinstripe Pantsuit Suit FR40
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Leesburg, VA
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Brand New Without Tags Virgin Wool & Silk Pantsuit The pinstripes read Yves Saint Laurent, which makes this piece amazing! Black Virgin Wool and Silk ...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent SS 1987 Runway YSL Yellow Bow Print Silk Blouse + Skirt Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and beautiful vintage 80s ( Spring Summer 1987 ) YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche YSL runway bow print wrap blouse and skirt suit ensemble! Features a beautiful canary yellow, wit...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

1976 YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche purple silk floral RUNWAY dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Purple, floral-printed, silk dress with long waist tie from Yves Saint Laurent dating to spring of 1976 as seen on the runway. Labeled a French size 42 however this fits very small, ...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Blue Black Floral Print Vintage 80s Silk Dress Size 42
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Rive Gauche blue and black floral / rose print short sleeve silk dress ! Pockets at each side of the waist. Features a vibrant blue flowers and r...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Paisley Style Silk Scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Atlanta, GA
Reminiscent of the English obsession with paisley design though no doubt inspired by Yves Saint Laurent's devotion to Moroccan art ... a vintage silk scarf in shades of black, blue, ...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent F/W 87 Runway Black Croc Embossed Leather Vintage 80s Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL F/W 1987 runway belt ! Features black alligator embossed leather with silver gunmetal buckle. Dress this museum piece up or down. Pair with jeans and a...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Floral Jacquard Jacket, c. Late 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Marlborough, GB
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche jacquard floral jacket, lare 1980s Beautiful gold toned buttons Black base with bright green and blue florals Wonderful shape with a slightly defined w...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Hot Pink Silk Black Velvet Logo YSL Stole Scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT reversible hot pink silk and black silk velvet stole. YSL embroidered on the pink side. Can be worn multiple ways. In great condition Made in Fr...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent "rive gauche" Fall Winter 1975/76 Vintage Cream Jersey Set
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Collectible Yves Saint Laurent "rive gauche" Fall Winter 1975/76 Vintage Cream Jersey Jacket and Skirt Set Though marked as French size 42, this versatile set can accommodate a rang...
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1760s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Size 12 / 14 Vintage Sexy Hot Pink + Black One Piece Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT hot pink and black plunging halter one piece swimsuit or bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched bodice with a plunging neckline. Plastic clasp at top ...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

New Yves Saint Laurent Spring 2008 Size 40 / US 8 Black Silk Strapless Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic brand new with tags YVES SAINT LAURENT Spring 2008 black silk strapless dress! Features intricate interior corset boning that holds everything in place. Hidden zipper up the sid...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Leesburg, VA
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977... Own a Piece of Fashion History His Final Collection for YSL 2004...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

1972 Fall/Winter Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Lurex Wrap Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Worn in the 1972 Saint Laurent Fall/Winter runway show, this beautiful evening blouse is pairs perfectly with a skirt or pants. Made of a sheer shimmery lurex silver fabric with a do...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 38
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Leesburg, VA
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Collection for YSL 2004...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Bow Heels Pumps Sz 40.5
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Leesburg, VA
Tom Ford For YSL Heels Brand New * Beautiful Velvet Patent Pumps * Antique Silver Adjustable Ankle Strap * Size Euro: 40.5 * Pointed Toe * Black Patent Leather * Bow Detail at Toe ...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2002 Runway Brown Ring Leather Clutch
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Very Rare dark brown leather clutch with brass hardware designed by Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent dating to Spring of 2002. Measurements: L - 14 inches, H - 4 inches. N 95928-00092...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Rare YSL Yves Saint Laurent Camel Pelisse Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
1980s Rare Yves Saint Laurent camel pelisse coat featuring front hook opening, cotton outside, brown sheep fur finishing, an inside detachable brown sheep fur lining, braided finishi...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Navy Blue 8.5 Rhinestone Vintage Heels Shoes Avant Garde
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL navy blue heels! Avant Garde detailing, with 'wings' at each outer side. Triangle rhinestone detail that accen...
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1980s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

New Rare Yves Saint Laurent YSL Heels Sz 39
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Leesburg, VA
Tom Ford For YSL Heels Brand New * Adjustable Ankle Strap * Size Euro: 39 * Black Patent Piping * Leather Insole * Black & White Polka Dot Canvas * 4.5" H...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

80s Yves Saint Laurent Black Crop Jacket and Skirt Set
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
80s Saint Laurent rive gauche Crop Velvet Jacket and knee length skirt set Jacket size 44 skirt size 38 fit size 6/8
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

$4450 New Yves Saint Laurent YSL Pre-Fall 2009 Heavy Wool & Mink Coat Sz FR40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Leesburg, VA
Yves Saint Laurent Pre-Fall 2009 Brand New Without Tags $4450 Black Wool Mid/Long Coat FR40 Mink Collar, Mink Trim on Pockets & Mink Trimmed Belted Tie Two Front Large Pockets Butt...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL S/S 2003 Flower Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous lavender silk skirt by Tom Ford for Yves St Laurent, YSL S/S 2003 Collection. A large intricately detailed ruffle draped flowe...
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Early 2000s 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

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Cognac Lambskin Leather Double-Breasted Trench Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Cognac Lambskin Leather Double-Breasted Trench Coat: Supple lambskin leather in a classic style! Oversized with wide notched collar, batwing sleeves, polis...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Blouse and skirt in taffeta and partridge feathers - AW 1977
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Toulon, FR
Autumn-Winter 1977 Collection France Evening ensemble, blouse and skirt in the tradition of the Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Ballets Russes Opera Collection from the 1977 ready-to-...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche YSL Glen Plaid Le Smoking Skirt Suit 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Signature vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT "Rive Gauche" glen plaid Le Smoking skirt suit! No one ever does a suit quite like Saint Laurent. Signature oversize lapels, with two l...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Tan Spotted Pattern Crossbody Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Hope, ON
This Yves Saint Laurent tan spotted pattern crossbody canvas and leather bag is both elegant and hardwearing. It has a YSL logo lining; a slot back pocket for quick reach; a YSL logo...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

1990's YVES SAINT LAURENT black & floral lace up corset top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black cotton lace up corset top with metal grommets and full floral printed sleeves designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1990's for the 'variation' diffusion line. Labeled a ...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche YSL Top FR38 Pink Silk Polka Dots Blouse M
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Top Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche YSL circa 1980 blouse in bright pink damask silk with polka dots, short lavallière on a round collar closed by 6 buttons, long sleeves, slit at the...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Rare 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Veruschka Gold Disco 70s Ring Chain Belt Neckalce
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare early 70s YSL gold chain link ring belt OR necklace ! This rare gem is nearly identical to the one Veruschka wore with the iconic safari dress. Can easily...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Saint Laurent Black silk velvet smoking FR38 circa 1980
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Yves Saint Laurent jacket circa 1985 tuxedo in black silk velvet, contrasting notched collar closed by a faceted black glass button, 2 chest pockets, long sleeves adorned with a coor...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Leesburg, VA
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Collection for YSL 2004...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent 1980's Black 'Tuxedo' Jacket with Leather Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sharon, CT
A YSL Rive Gauche 'Tuxedo' style belted black jacket. The belt (38") is unmarked, but is original to the outfit.
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent 1998 Vintage Pants Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Yves Saint Laurent 1998 vintage suit size 34 France The condition is excellent Made in France mannequin 84.5 cm x 62 cm x 91 cm mannequin 33...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT ss2003 BY TOM FORD RED SHEER DRAPED TANK TOP
By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
BRAND : YVES SAINT LAURENT DESIGNER : TOM F YEAR/DECADE : SPRING/SUMMER 2003 SIZE : L FITS FROM S TO M MADE IN : ITALY COMPOSITION : 100% COTTON CONDITION : GOOD (tiny hole on ...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Couture 1960s YSL YvesSaintLaurent Abstract Sheer Silk CrepeDeChine Pareo Cape
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Chicago, IL
Given the "YSL" stenciled logo that had been created in 1961 while the fashion designer was only producing haute couture, paired with the French-blue bordered "Yves Saint Laurent" brand tag noting only "Made In Italy", this 52x52-inch square transparent hand-painted vibrant crepe-de-chine silk panel with intricately hand-sewn rolled edges was commissioned as a couture shawl...
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent shirt 1980s in very good Condition
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Yves Saint Laurent 80s polka dot blouse in shades of green and black Iridescent color, silk composition, button closure Worn by jacket or shirt also perfect with waist belt Square n...
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Bronze Tribute Croc Embossed Platform Leather High Heels
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Yves Saint Laurent Bronze Tribute Croc Embossed Platform Leather High Heels are the epitome of luxury and sophistication. Crafted from sumptuous leather, these stunning heels fea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Single breasted jacket with leopard print Yves Saint Laurent Variation
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Single breasted jacket with leopard print. Main fabric composition: 100% polyester. Lining composition: 55% acetate, 45% rayon. Shoulder-pad. Button and buttonhole closure on the mid...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Minaudière Opium Box Bag Gold Metal 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montreal, Quebec
YVES SAINT LAURENT VINTAGE MINAUDIÈRE OPIUM BOX BAG GOLD METAL 1980s This iconic YSL bag from the 1980’s has a rigid cylindric exterior made from shiny ribbed gold-tone metal. The b...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Yves Saint Laurent

1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT khaki green cotton poplin cape with plaid lining
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Khaki green, cotton poplin cape with plaid lining designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1970's. French size 38 however this is an open closure cape so it fits many sizes. Appr...
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Mid-20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

1980 Iconic Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Velvet Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL black velvet dress featuring double layered silk satin ruffles around the faux-wrap style deep v neckline, and around the cuffs, shoulder pads inside uphold th...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Sexy Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Leather High Waisted Black Pencil Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly sexy vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL ‘Rive Gauche' black leather skirt!!! High-waisted pencil style, with pockets at both sides of waist. Slight slit up middle front makes ...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Padded Chinese Satin Coat Ensemble
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Chinese Padded Satin Coat Ensemble with quilted ruby satin lining. It has a flared tent shape with strong shoulder line, Haute Couture i...
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1980s 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent is made with the utmost quality and high-end materials. You can check for authenticity cards, near perfect stitching and a branded label along the inside to confirm the item is authentic. Find a large collection of authentic Yves Saint Laurent from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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
    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
    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
    The difference between Yves Saint Laurent and Saint Laurent has to do with its branding. While the house of Yves Saint Laurent is still called by that name, Hedi Slimane’s ready-to-wear collection goes by Saint Laurent — but the logo for this collection specifies Saint Laurent Paris. On 1stDibs, you'll find authentic Saint Laurent pieces from trusted sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent is 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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent Derbies tend to run true to size. Consult the brand’s website for sizing guides to ensure a proper fit. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent shoes from some of the world’s top sellers.

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