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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
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Navy Blue and White Nautical Dress, 1960s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing and rare vintage 1960s YVES SAINT LAURENT HAUTE COUTURE navy blue and white numbered nautical A-Line dress! 1960s YSL pieces are hard enough to find, yet alone an haute coutu...
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent

1986 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Black Velvet and Jacquard Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This black evening dress was commissioned by a special client from Yves Saint Laurent’s 1986 haute couture runway collection. The fabric is a s...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL New White Stars Sneakers 42 1/2
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL brand new white sneakers with embroidered stars. Retail price $799. European 42.5. Comes with additional laces, booklet, original dustcover and box.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Goossens Haute Couture Jeweled Belt, 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Jeweled Belt, Goossens. Handmade in Paris of bronze with pate de verre stones and Swarovski crystals. 1970's France. 25" length. Width .75". Buckle ...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT Brown Shearling Leather Shoulder Handbag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
YVES SAINT LAURENT shoulder handbag in a brown leather with shearling lining featuring gold tone metal hardware, two side pockets with buckle closure, and magnet closure. Made in Ita...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 2006 new Evening Suit
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 2006 new Evening Suit size F36, trousers not hemmed condition of jacket new without tag, condition of trousers new with tag wool suit Made in Fran...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL 1985s Ensemble FR38 Olive Cotton Top and Skirt UK10 US8
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche YSL set circa 1985 in olive green cotton cloth composed of a blouse, gathered dancer collar, straight cut, long sleeves tightened by an elastic with it...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage 1976 Rare Moroccan Inspired Hooded Cape
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche vintage 1976 rare Moroccan inspired hooded cape. Similar models displayed at the exhibitions : - " YVES SAINT LAURENT ET LE MAROC" - VILLA DES ARTS DE...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Chic 1960s Yves Saint Laurent Navy Blue Lightweight Wool Vintage Swing Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic vintage late 60s YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Rive Gauche lightweight wool swing jacket! The perfect alternative to a black jacket, this gem matches anything, and is perfe...
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL New Camouflage Canvas Wallet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL new camouflage canvas wallet with multiple compartments. Comes with booklet, original dustcover and box.
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Black Dress with Bolero Jacket - 34 - Circa 90's
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Yves Saint Laurent Black Dress with Bolero Jacket - 34 - Circa 90's This very beautiful and elegant vintage YSL dress and jacket are in excel...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Black emboss leather hand bag Yves Saint Laurent
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black emboss leather hand bag.Heart shape gold metal hardware to hold the handle. One flat pocket outside. One small pocket with zip inside. Branded nylon lining. SIZE : 25cm X 20cm...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Skirt Pleated A-Line Floral Print Wool Size 38 F/W 1984 Rare
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage skirt by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, from the F/W 1984 RTW collection. Made from what we believe is a lightweight wool or wool blend fabric (no cont...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent SS 1980's Patchwork Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Rare, early Yves Saint Laurent spring summer 1980 Flat drawstring pouch of patch worked leather and canvas. Multicolored patchwork canvas in royal blue with purple, grey and green-b...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

S/S 2002 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Jaguar Print Sheer Silk Top
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a chic Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche jaguar print top designed by Tom Ford for Spring/Summer 2002. This piece features a scoop neckline, oversized short sleeves, and a su...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Runway Yves Saint Laurent S/S 1989 Lipstick Red Rayon Jersey Strapless 80s Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage YSL Rive Gauche spring / summer 1989 runway lipstick red rayon jersey strapless 1980s dress ! The same dress was featured on the runway in black. Sash at side wai...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL New Camouflage Wallet With Chain Strap
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL new men's camouflage velcro wallet. Detachable chain measures 16 inches . Comes with original dustcover and box.
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Couture 1969 YSL YvesSaintLaurent HandPainted SilkCrepeDeChine Floral PareoShawl
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 hand-painted transparent 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

Saint Laurent Black Leather Python Heeled Platform Sandals Sz.36
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Krakow, PL
Classic Saint Laurent sandals Python heelsВ  Very comfortable model. Very good condition. Size 36 No box. No dust bag
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2010s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Purple Floral Silk Day Dress 1970's
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Yves Saint Laurent purple floral print day dress with short sleeves, button closures down center front, frontal patch pockets, a self belt and a drop pleated skirt. 100% silk,...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent jacket Haute Couture fall-winter 1977
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Black lurex canvas evening jacket with golden and purple details. Silk lining. Composition and size labels missing, it fits a 36FR. 1977 Fall-Wi...
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1970s French 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

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Dress and Kimono Autumn Winter 1978
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Autumn Winter 1978 France Precious evening ensemble, dress and Kimono jacket by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dating from the 1978 ready-to-wear collection. Straight, minimalist, ...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

1987 Yves Saint Laurent Documented Strapless Black Column Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This show-stopper of a gown from Yves Saint Laurent dates back to 1987. A truly stunning strapless dress that could easily become your go-to black evening dress, it is in the details...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Black Leather Trapeze Clutch Bag Purse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
Yves Saint Laurent vintage clutch bag, crafted in black leather. Trapeze-shaped. It features a flap with magnetic button closure on the front. Beige fabric lining with YSL logos. 1 s...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

2004 YSL Tom Ford 2004 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Velvet Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
YSL Tom Ford 2004 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Velvet Jacket Tom Ford for YSL Collection: 2004 Country of production: France YSL style: 130984 Marked Size: 40 Fr I present you a ra...
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Early 2000s 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

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Couture Numbered Fully Embellished Blazer Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Couture Numbered Embellished Jacket Label Number - 55801. Colors - Purple, Red, Black. Hand Embellished with Beads and Sequins. Black Velvet Collar. Decora...
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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

YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche black asymmetric shirred flute skirt FR38 M
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche black asymmetric shirred flute skirt FR38 M Reference: NKLL/A00044 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Collection: Rive Gauche Material: Cotton Color: Black Patt...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford F/W 2003 Green suede Nadja bag
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, IT
- Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford green suede Nadja handbag - Supple green suede on the exterior with a rosette detail - Silver hardware - Strap can be removed at one side - One mai...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

YSL New Beige Caviar Round Camera Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL brand new beige caviar round camera bag with silver tone hardware. Exterior signature YSL logo in the center. Zip around top closure . Cross body shoulder strap measures 21". Com...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Spring 2006 Yves Saint Laurent by Stefano Pilati White Bow Tie Dress Shirt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring 2006 Yves Saint Laurent by Stefano Pilati White Bow Tie Shirt featuring rounded collar line, buttons down the front and long sleeves. Recommended Size; U.K 8-10 Measurements ...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent ' Rive Gauche ' Black Silk Russian Collection Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and flattering vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT 'Rive Gauche’ black silk ruffle dress! Luxurious soft 'liquid' silk that looks incredible on! Features a silk velvet trim along th...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL New White Leather Astrology Wallet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL new grained leather zip wallet with multicolor astrological signs design. Bifold, with credit card slots and zipped coin compartment. Comes with booklet, original dustcover and box.
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21st Century and Contemporary 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

New Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2007 Runway Wool Cashmere Coat Dress Sz French 36
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Yves Saint Laurent Fall Winter 2007 Brand New Without Tags $3275 Butter Soft Runway Wool Cashmere Coat FRENCH 36 Dual Slit Side Pockets Hidden Double Button Closure at Front Pouf S...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent/YSL Black Skirt Suit with Peplum
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
YSL/Yves Saint Laurent black wool gabardine skirt suit from the 1980s. Wide lapel has a small notch and the jacket has gold disc buttons down the front and a hidden flat hook at the ...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent 1980s dress never used
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Yves Saint Laurent vintage 80's dress new never used. Laminated fabric with geometric patterns Measures: Shoulders 44cm Sleeve 63cm Petto 50cm Length 114cm
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent vintage 1986 velvet ruffles dress seen on Catherine Deneuve
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Iconic Yves Saint Laurent "rive gauche" black velvet cocktail dress with a v-neckline accentuated by a black satin tiered ruffle. The dress has pouf detail at the shoulder of the sle...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Blouse in gold lamé Circa 1990
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1990 France Kimono blouse in very fine gold lamé by Yves Saint laurent Rive Gauche dating from the 1990s. Wide, flowing cut, slit on the sides and crossed at the front by a thi...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Iconic Black Velvet Safari Shirt US Size 6
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT VARIATION vintage iconic black velvet SAFARI shirt. This shirt features : - Lace-up front construction with metal eyelets and black satin rope. - 2 front pockets....
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent, Leopard printed calf tributes.
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Yves Saint Laurent, Leopard printed calf tributes. This piece has been worn but is in good condition. Small scuffs on both heels. This item comes with the original box. • CONDITION:...
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2010s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Iconic Multi Palsey With Burgundy Borders Silk Scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent wonderful Iconic Multi-Palsey surrounded with deep-burgundy borders silk scarf accented with hand-rolled edges, measures 33 inches by 34 inches. Made in Italy.
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1980s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

New Yves Saint Laurent YSL Resort 2012 Heels Wedge Pumps Sz 36
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent Brand New Runway Ad Heels Featured in the Resort 2012 video shot in the Carlton hotel in Cannes, France * Stunning in Print Canvas * Size: 36 *...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Leather Mules YSL EU 38
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Tom Ford for YSL Heel Leather Mules with Tassel. Pointed toe Slide style Made in Italy Leather Uppers, Plastic Side, Leather Lining, Insole and Soles. Single Leather Tassel on Front ...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

A/W 1994 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Elegant Long Black Wool Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sheffield, GB
An Elegant Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Long Black Wool Coat from the Autumn / Winter 1994 Collection. (Look 2 worn on the Runway by Linda Evangelista). MADE IN FRANCE. Size; Recom...
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1990s European Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Rare Russian Collection Burgundy Size 10 Booties Boots
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL maroon silk grosgrain size 10 high heel booties! From the infamous 1976 'Russian Collection,' which was the most celebrated collection Saint Laurent produ...
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1970s Italian 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

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Silk Blouse with Frill Detail
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage silk blouse by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. The blouse is made of a super soft silk , and has a frill detail on the cuffs and front. It has the original should...
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

Orange linen day dress Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche SS 1989
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Orange linen day dress. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on pocket . SIZE 46 (Fr) 14 (Us) L/XL
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beaut...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Massive Hand Painted Paisley Cotton Shawl Scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT massive (55 inches by 55 inches) lightweight hand painted cotton voile shawl / scarf! Features vibrant colors of red, gold, green, blue and white throughou...
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1970s Swiss Yves Saint Laurent

1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Lace Dress with Hanky Hem
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Unique YSL hanky hem cocktail/evening dress from the early 1980's. The lace trim along the hem and all over the bodice has a touch of sparkle with jet black beading. Full flare to th...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

FW 2000 Yves Saint Laurent YSL Alber Elbaz Era Gold Jacket runway rare
By Yves Saint Laurent, Alber Elbaz for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Alber Elbaz Era FW 2000 Jacket Collection: FW 2000 Country of production: France Marked Size: 44 Fr Measurements: Jacket length (section A): 64 cm / 25.2 inche...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Beige Cotton Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Carnate, IT
Yves Saint Laurent Beige Cotton Top Yves Saint Laurent top. In cotton and polyurethane. Cream color \ light beige. Neckline supported by rigid bo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2002 Safari Collection Leopard Silk Top F 38
By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Leopard Silk Top Blouse Fr. size - 38 S/S 2002 Collection 100% Sheer Silk, Leopard Print, Front Zip Clo...
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Early 2000s French 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

Mantella Anni 80 color cammello Yves Saint Laurent mai utilizzata
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Mantella Yves Saint Laurent con colletto e chiusura un bottone. Color cammello, perfetta con tutti gli outfit, adatta a diverse taglie. Rifiniture bordate, mai utlizzata Taglia 38 f...
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

Saint Laurent Paris By Hedi Slimane Black Leather Shorts 2103
By Yves Saint Laurent, Hedi Slimane for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present a pair of Saint Laurent Paris by Hedi Slimane black leather shorts featuring front pleats, side pockets, a flat back with one slit pocket,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian 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 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.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The brand YSL stands for Yves Saint Laurent. The name comes from the French designer who established the French fashion house in 1961. He is known for having pioneered "cross-design" in fashion, taking inspiration from street trends to modernize luxury clothing. He was the first designer to launch a ready-to-wear label and the first couturier to open boutiques for both men and women. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Yves Saint Laurent apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yes, Yves Saint Laurent was an entrepreneur. The revered and groundbreaking French fashion designer founded his eponymous luxury house with his partner, Pierre Bergé, in 1962. In the years prior, beginning in his teens, Saint Laurent had been working for Christian Dior. In 1966, four years after establishing the label, he and Bergé opened the first YSL Rive Gauche women’s boutique in Paris, followed soon thereafter by YSL Rive Gauche for men. Saint Laurent had given birth to a global brand and didn’t retire from designing until 2002. Find vintage Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Yes, YSL is a luxury brand. In fact, the French fashion house appears on the list of official haute couture maisons published by the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Paris. To earn this status, a fashion brand must employ at least 15 artisans, present at luxury fashion shows each season and meet other standards. Since its founding in 1962, Yves Saint Laurent has earned a reputation for producing pieces of exceptional quality out of fine materials like lace, cashmere and high-quality leather, fitting the definition of luxury. Shop a wide range of Yves Saint Laurent apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Designer Anthony Vaccarello is Yves Saint Laurent’s creative director and was appointed to the position in April 2016. You can find vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent was the original designer for the eponymous label. Today the brand is led by creative director Anthony Vaccarello, who stepped into the position in April of 2016. In between creative directors included Alber Elbaz, Tom Ford, Stefano Pilati and Hedi Slimane. Shop a collection of vintage and new Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One of Yves Saint Laurent's most famous and iconic styles is the "Le Smoking,” originally launched as a black suit for women at a time when women didn’t wear pants in public — and were sometimes kicked out of luxury establishments for wearing them. Many incarnations of “Le Smoking” have hit the shelves in the decades since its debut. Shop a large collection of new and vintage Yves Saint Laurent pieces from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a YSL shirt is real, first look at the neck tag. By comparing it to images of labels shared on trusted online resources, you may spot inconsistencies in the text size, logo and other characteristics that could suggest your piece is a replica. Examining the seams can also be helpful. You should expect to see no imperfections on authentic Yves Saint Laurent shirts, so any uneven, misaligned or loose stitching may mean your shirt is a reproduction. A certified appraiser or expert authenticator can also be of assistance when authenticating Yves Saint Laurent apparel. Find a collection of Yves Saint Laurent shirts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The fashion house Yves Saint Laurent was founded in 1962 by Yves Henri Donat Mathieu-Saint-Laurent and Pierre Bergé in Paris, France. Their mission was to make prêt-à-porter, or ready-to-wear fashion, a reputable trend. In 1966, they opened the first YSL Rive Gauche women’s boutique in Paris, followed soon after by YSL Rive Gauche for men. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of iconic vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent clothing and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Belgian-born designer Anthony Vaccarello is the creative director at Yves Saint Laurent and is in charge of the fashion house’s womenswear and menswear lines. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent menswear from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Fashion designer Yves Henri Donat Mathieu-Saint Laurent was born in Oran, Algeria on August 1, 1936. The family home was located at 11 Rue Stora in the Plateau Saint Michel neighborhood. Yves and his parents lived on the ground floor and his uncle’s family lived above them. The city of Oran is a port city in northwest Algeria. Shop a collection of vintage and new Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yes, Yves Saint Laurent is a luxury brand. Founded in 1962 by Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé, the brand is regarded as one of the foremost fashion labels in the 20th century.

    By blurring gender-specific design, Saint Laurent empowered individual style while creating a scissor-sharp fashion aesthetic of sensual ease and beauty. Many of his designs are today considered timeless classics. He shook the traditional couture clientele to its core with youthful silhouettes and styles like the A-line trapeze dress that hung with seeming effortlessness from the shoulders, the antithesis of the pinched waists and molded skirts that had been all the rage after the deprivations of World War II.

    Shop a large collection of vintage Yves Saint Laurent from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yves Saint Laurent is pronounced “EEV sann law-RAUNNT.” Yves Saint Laurent established his eponymous couture house with Pierre Bergé in 1962. By blurring gender-specific design, Saint Laurent empowered individual style while creating a scissor-sharp fashion aesthetic of sensual ease and beauty. Many of his designs are today considered timeless classics. Find vintage Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Yves Saint Laurent logo is ‘YSL’, a monogram of the founder’s name. The ‘S’ sits in the middle, linking the ‘Y’ and the ‘L’. You can find vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The original Yves Saint Laurent logo is an interlocking monogram designed by graphic designer Adolphe Jean Marie Mouron, who goes by the name Cassandre. In 2012 the brand changed its name, dropping the Yves and also changing the logo. Today’s Saint Laurent logo is a bold Neue Helvetica font “Saint Laurent” with the word “Paris” written beneath in a serif-style font. All letters are in uppercase. You’ll find a variety of Saint Laurent products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent is the name of the French fashion designer who founded the luxury fashion house in 1962. Today, his fashions remain beloved by collectors all around the world. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent is known for his approach to elegance and comfort in women’s wear. He is also widely credited for creating the “Le Smoking” tuxedo suit. The Le Smoking tuxedo suit was the first of its kind, a tuxedo suit designed for women. Find a large collection of authentic Yves Saint Laurent from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent’s style has been described as ‘gender-blurring’, with inspiration taken from the streets to help modernize haute-couture. You can find vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Since its inception in the early 1960s, the Yves Saint Laurent style has changed and grown with the times. The overarching mood of Saint Laurent styles is gender-blurring and openly embraces the idea of women wearing trousers and other garments that were more associated with past menswear. No matter the garment, the look is always high-end and luxe. You’ll find a large collection of Saint Laurent from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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
    An authentic Yves Saint Laurent scarf should look hand-rolled and hand-stitched. The material should be rolled in towards the logo, and then hand stitched so that the material comes from the back to the front. The pattern should also be completely symmetrical. You’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Saint Laurent clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine whether your YSL bag is real or fake. Authentic Saint Laurent bags have a serial number tag. Authentic bags will have the tag sewn into the lining around the edges. The serial number is 12 digits separated by a dot. Newer versions of YSL bags will have a serial number that is three letters, followed by 10 digits and they’re separated by a dot. In addition, make sure to thoroughly examine the bag for flaws and imperfections. A true Yves Saint Laurent bag will be flawless. Shop a collection of authentic Saint Laurent purses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 1971, Yves Saint Laurent debuted his “Forties” line. Its theme was variations of the war years, and was labeled as “hideous” by the press, due to the line’s tonedeaf reminder of war and its fallout. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Yves Saint Laurent pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A new Saint Laurent fringe bag is available from Saint Laurent directly as well as through multiple retailers. For physical store locations, consult the brand’s website. Vintage or antique editions of Saint Laurent bags are available for purchase through multiple platforms, including 1stDibs. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. While Saint Laurent has at times inspired knockoffs, 1stDibs partners with only top-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    To determine if a tie is an original Yves Saint Laurent tie, check the stitching, and get a feel for the quality of the fabric. All authentic YSL products, past or present, are made with the finest materials and are constructed with the utmost care. The stitching on an authentic Yves Saint Laurent necktie will be precise, and the seams will be flawless. Another thing to check is the keeper loop/label. If the brand’s label is part of the necktie’s keeper loop, the logo’s lettering will be crisp and clear. Always purchase Yves Saint Laurent items from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop vintage Yves Saint Laurent ties from some of the world’s best boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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
    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
    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
    To care for Saint Laurent boots, make sure you protect them from excessive exposure to water, rain and snow. Invest in products to moisturize the material, and use a boot tree to maintain the shape of taller boots. Most importantly, never forget to wipe down your boots after each wear. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide array of Saint Laurent boots from some of the world’s top boutiques.

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