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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 Shawl Leopard Oversized Scarf Silk Wool Blend Vintage 84in
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned and incredibly rare Yves Saint Laurent Massive 84in L x 78in H Leopards shawl or scarf, likely made in the 90s. Made from a black wool/silk blend, it features ...
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1990s Italian 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 Vintage Black 8802 P 093 Sunglasses 56/11 140 mm
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
Sophisticated and unapologetically bold, the Yves Saint Laurent vintage model 8802 P 093 sunglasses are a quintessential piece of 1980s French elegance. Made in France with signature...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Dress and Kimono Autumn Winter 1978
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
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

Yves Saint Laurent SS 2010 Runway Black Cotton Size 38 Plunging YSL Halter Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Spring / Summer 2010 YVES SAINT LAURENT, by STEFANO PILATI black cotton plunging halter dress! Featured on the runway in leather, this version is much more wearable. A classic timele...
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2010s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Violet velvet safari jacket
By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2005 Yves Saint laurent by Tom Ford soft velvet jacket. 2 pockets and belt. Bust: 32"/ Waist: 29" / Hip: 36" / sleeve length: 22" Fit size 2/4
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

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

Yves Saint Laurent Cashmere Camel Geometric Paint Print Cardigan Sweater
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
Yves Saint Laurent cashmere button front cardigan with a geometric painted design at front with yarn-stitched accents. 100% cashmere. Ma...
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Early 2000s Italian 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

Black asymmetrical bustier cocktail dress Yves Saint Laurent ( no brand tag)
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black asymmetrical bustier cocktail dress. No fabric composition tag but the bustier is in silk Gazar and the wrapped skirt in rayon and the lining ( inside the skirt only) is probab...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

SS2002 Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Safari Suede Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
SS2002 Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Safari Suede Jacket Collection: Spring / summer 2002 Ready-to-Wear; Country of production: Italy Marked Size: 42 It Main composition: 100% sued...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Monogram Kate Tassel Wallet on Chain
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Saint Laurent wallet on chain in grained calfskin leather with golden brass hardware, detachable curb chain and leather shoulder strap, flap top with signature YSL logo snap closure ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian 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

1980 YVES SAINT LAURENT bright Ikat RUNWAY sweater coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Multi-colored, Ikat patterned, woven wool sweater coat with patch pockets designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to fall of 1980 exactly as seen on the runway. Labeled a French size ...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Iconic Yves Saint Laurent Velvet Beret
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Yves Saint Laurent Deep Green Cotton Velvet Rive Gauche Beret from the 1980's. Edged and tied in black grosgrain ribbon. YSL Rive Gauc...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Linen Day Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Geneva, CH
Bold and vibrant prints are a mainstay in Yves Saint Laurent designs. Constructed in linen, this 80's YSL dress has a feminine fit-silhouette. It feature...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

An Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Ballets Russes Collection Coat Circa 1976 - 1978
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1976 – 1978 France Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche coat from the 1976 Ballets Russes collection by the famous couturier in his most creative period. Beautiful brown brushed moha...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL Saint Laurent The Mask 99MM Shield Metal Sunglasses
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
YSL Saint Laurent The Mask 99MM Shield Metal Sunglasses perfect condition Frame Width: 5.75 Opening Width: 4.5”
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

1968 YSL Yves Saint Laurent Couture Velvet Feather Evening Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Miami, FL
A wonderfully preserved piece from the autumn winter Yves Saint Laurent Couture collection of 1968. Deep brown crushed velvet lined in silk and cockerel feather collar, cuffs and h...
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent

New Yves Saint Laurent YSL S 2005 Heels Pumps Sz 38.5 As Seen in Banned Ad
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Brand New Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent Debut Collection Rare & Collectible This is the Style Worn in the Stefano Pilati YSL Banned Ad * Detachable Feather Embellishment Like...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Orange Straw Back Patent Lucite trim Hat, 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Accessory designs are intended to add the finishing touches or accrue shock value. By combining various fabrics, embellishments, and textures, Saint Laurent was a master of accessories on and off the runway. From the 1970s this YSL orange...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

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

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 YSL White Linen Poet Blouse with Open Front and Lace Trim
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent white poet blouse with exaggerated undulating ruffles at sides of center front opening which fastens via two extra long ti...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Brown Aviator Sunglasses THOE 56/16 140mm
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
Step back in time with these vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT sunglasses, a rare find from the late 1970s to early 1980s. The THOE model captures the essence of refined retro style with it...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL Yves Saint Laurent Necktie Mens Red and Gold Silk Abstract Design
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent necktie mens silk abstract geometric design. Authentic, preowned, vintage Yves Saint Laurent necktie, most likely made in the 1980s. Moroccan red with abstract geometric gold pattern design. From the iconic fashion house, Yves Saint Laurent, Paris. Composition: 100% silk Made In ITALY YSL Yves Saint Laurent Dress Silk...
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20th Century Italian Yves Saint Laurent

S/S 1992 Yves Saint Laurent Red Color-Block Black Mini Coat Dress Blazer Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous black and red archival Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche blazer jacket / mini dress was designed by the brand's namesake designer. From the Spring/Summer 1992 collection, this fabulous wool coat dress was reintroduced as part of the Spring/Summer 2022 Saint Laurent...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

1979 YVES SAINT LAURENT wool IKAT quilted RUNWAY jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare and striking, wool quilted Ikat peasant jacket with brown woven trim, button closure and optional waist tie from Yves Saint Laurent dating to 1979 as seen on the fall runwa...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL6328S black flared out lens logo side square sunglasses
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL6328S black flared out lens logo side square sunglasses Reference: AAWC/A01011 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Model: YSL6328S Material: Acetate Color: Black Pattern:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian 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

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Caplet Dress
By Stefano Pilati, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red silk dress from Yves St Laurent, YSL 2011 Resort Collection. It has a bateau neckline with a yoke from which a fabulous caplet falls around th...
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2010s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent RG wool skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Hope, ON
A lovely skirt with a nice weight and double stitched seams. The skirt comes below the knee and has a high waist.
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Red Wool Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A chic, vintage red wool jacket by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. The jacket has a breast pocket and 2 hip pockets It has a cut away collar , the original shoulder pads, and all th...
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1990s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Chic Embossed Purple Leather Gloves Size 7 c 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in University City, MO
Yves Saint Laurent Chic embossed purple leather gloves c 1980s The stylish gloves are designed with muted dark purple embossed leather that emulates reptile skin The exterior undern...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

1979 SAINT LAURENT red satin RUNWAY jacket with seashell embroidery
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, quilted, red-satin jacket with seashell embroidery and yellow trim designed by Yves Saint Laurent as seen on the spring 1979 runway. FR 38. Approximate measurements: shoul...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Dress and Jacket 2pc Set Black Wool YSL Rive Gauche 90s Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress and jacket, 2 pc set, likely made in the early 1990s. Made from black wool gabardine, both pieces are lined in black...
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1990s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Black Cotton Shell Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Black cotton belt with golden metal shell buckles enameled with black. Antique accessory from the mid-1960s. Additional information: Condition:...
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Black Pleated Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Black top with sun-ray pleats. Size 42FR indicated. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 74 cm - Height: 6...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

1974 YVES SAINT LAURENT black jersey RUNWAY gown with soutache trim
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black, jersey gown with bands of soutache trim and cording designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to 1974 exactly as seen on the fall runway in the ad campaign. Dress features a s...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Chic Mod Leather Hat Circa 1970
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in University City, MO
Yves Saint Laurent Chic mod leather hat c 1970s The stylish designer hat is constructed with supple bone color leather Accented with a subtle wide grosg...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche YSL 90 Veste Love FR38 Oversize Down Jacket M
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche reversible down jacket from 1990 in black quilted polyester on one side and printed with Love and Yves Saint Laurent "labels" on the other side, oversi...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Iconic Tom Ford Yves Saint Laurent 2004 Silk Pagoda Jacket YSL
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, BE
So Iconic. The famous Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche FW 2004 Collection. The Pagoda Jacket made of 100% pure Silk. Tom Ford's final show for Yves Saint Laurent, his exquisite YSL Riv...
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Early 2000s French 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

Yves Saint Laurent Burgundy Leather Belt with Golden Metal
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Burgundy leather belt with golden metal. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: from 70 cm to 76 cm Seller Refe...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Russian Collection Velvet Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Russian Collection Skirt in a soft, silky wine cotton/rayon blend. Simply constructed with gathered waist and gold soutache embroidery...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

New Rare Yves Saint Laurent YSL Imperiale Crocodile Heels Pumps 2009 Sz 39
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent Brand New Runway Ad Heels Seen on Naomi Campbell F/W 2009 $2590 Deep Wine Red 100% Genuine Crocodile Throughout * Euro Size: 39 * Leather Padde...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Documented 1982 Yves Saint Laurent multicolor striped dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
When Yves Saint Laurent visited Morocco for the first time in 1966 it changed his life forever. Struck by its beauty he immediately acquired a house in Marrakech and stayed there at least two times a year to design his collections. Yves Saint Laurent once said: ‘Marrakech opened my eyes to color.’ The colors of the stained glass windows and beamed ceilings of the Bahia Palace in Marrakech are a perfect example what inspired him when designing this particular dress for his Rive Gauche collection that came out in 1982. The exciting mix of vivid colors Yves Saint Laurent used designing this dress have a pattern of vertical stripes in lively red, purple indigo, apple green and Dijon yellow alternated with thin black and white stripes. Adding a pussy bow and bishop sleeves gives the entire look an elegant feel. The high quality silk is in a very good vintage condition and has been professionally cleaned and pressed. The state of this unique Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress is very good, only a small piece of the original mother-of-pearl button left hand button has chipped off (see the last photograph), but can be easily replaced. As you wish we can replace this with a new button without charging extra costs. The dress that was also featured in Vogue magazine in a 1982 Yves...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Black velvet cocktail dress with balloon bottom Saint Laurent Rive Gauche FW1988
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet cocktail dress with balloon bottom. The fabric composition tag has been cut but the " ballon" part is probably in rayon and the lining in rayon or acetate. Raglan sleev...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Blouse and skirt - Spring Summer 1977 collection
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Spring Summer 1977 France Blouse and skirt set from the Ballets Russes Collection by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dating from 1977. Red and black outfit with pompom fringes and H...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Purple Pleated Silk Wide Cummerbund Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A commendable aspect to Yves Saint Laurent’s designs was his ability to seamlessly create a parity between menswear styles and elevated women’s aesthetic. From his sleek styling of t...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Iconic Tom Ford Yves Saint Laurent 2004 Silk Ensemble Pagoda Jacket Skirt YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, BE
So Iconic. The famous Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche FW 2004 Collection. The Pagoda Jacket and skirt made of 100% pure Silk. Tom Ford's final show for Yves Saint Laurent, his exqui...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Saint Laurent Checked Wool Blazer Sz.36
By Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Krakow, PL
This black and white checked wool blazer is a timeless staple crafted for effortless sophistication. The structured cut and precise tailoring ensure a flattering fit, while the bold...
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2010s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Variation Cotton yellow flowers skirt suit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Capri, IT
Yves Saint Laurent Cotton yellow flowers skirt suit Totally made in france in size M compition: 100% Cotton Skirt measurements: waist 60 cm minumum - 92 maximum lenght 48 cm
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

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

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Size 38 Red White Cotton 90s Trapeze Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 90s YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche lipstick red cotton sleeveless trapeze tent dress ! Pockets at each side of the hips. Simply slip this rare beauty over your head. Easy ...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent BN Black Suede Sequins Cross Body
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Yves Saint Laurent brand new beaded evening bag, black suede and gunmetal beading design. Can ne worn cross body or shoulder style . Shoulder drop 22”. Comes with booklet and origina...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Dazzling Emerald Green Crystal Jewel Heart Compact YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A Beautiful and unused Yves Saint Laurent heart-shaped compact with emerald green crystal rhinestones on the lid of the compact. Mirror inside Made in France. Gold plated From the 1...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Velvet Chinese Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche corn flower blue cotton velvet long, flared coat. Chinese inspired trapunto stitching with quilted collar and cuffs. Slash pockets and unusual toggle fasteners shaped like small pods...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent, Green leather Tribtoo platform pumps.
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Yves Saint Laurent, Green leather Tribtoo platform pumps in size 40. This item has been worn only once or twice and is in very good condition, comes with the box and dustbag. • COND...
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2010s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Silk and Lace Evening Dress, FW 2003
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Yves Saint Laurent ▪ Creative Director: Tom Ford ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2003 ▪ Fabric: Silk, Lace ▪ Details: This black sheer evening dress is made of silk and lace. It f...
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Early 2000s 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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
    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 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
    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
    The Yves Saint Laurent logo is ‘YSL’, a monogram of the founder’s name. The ‘S’ sits in the middle, linking the ‘Y’ and the ‘L’. You can find vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The original Yves Saint Laurent logo is an interlocking monogram designed by graphic designer Adolphe Jean Marie Mouron, who goes by the name Cassandre. In 2012 the brand changed its name, dropping the Yves and also changing the logo. Today’s Saint Laurent logo is a bold Neue Helvetica font “Saint Laurent” with the word “Paris” written beneath in a serif-style font. All letters are in uppercase. You’ll find a variety of Saint Laurent products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent is the name of the French fashion designer who founded the luxury fashion house in 1962. Today, his fashions remain beloved by collectors all around the world. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An authentic Yves Saint Laurent scarf should look hand-rolled and hand-stitched. The material should be rolled in towards the logo, and then hand stitched so that the material comes from the back to the front. The pattern should also be completely symmetrical. You’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Saint Laurent clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine whether your YSL bag is real or fake. Authentic Saint Laurent bags have a serial number tag. Authentic bags will have the tag sewn into the lining around the edges. The serial number is 12 digits separated by a dot. Newer versions of YSL bags will have a serial number that is three letters, followed by 10 digits and they’re separated by a dot. In addition, make sure to thoroughly examine the bag for flaws and imperfections. A true Yves Saint Laurent bag will be flawless. Shop a collection of authentic Saint Laurent purses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A new Saint Laurent fringe bag is available from Saint Laurent directly as well as through multiple retailers. For physical store locations, consult the brand’s website. Vintage or antique editions of Saint Laurent bags are available for purchase through multiple platforms, including 1stDibs. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. While Saint Laurent has at times inspired knockoffs, 1stDibs partners with only top-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 1971, Yves Saint Laurent debuted his “Forties” line. Its theme was variations of the war years, and was labeled as “hideous” by the press, due to the line’s tonedeaf reminder of war and its fallout. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Yves Saint Laurent pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    To determine if a tie is an original Yves Saint Laurent tie, check the stitching, and get a feel for the quality of the fabric. All authentic YSL products, past or present, are made with the finest materials and are constructed with the utmost care. The stitching on an authentic Yves Saint Laurent necktie will be precise, and the seams will be flawless. Another thing to check is the keeper loop/label. If the brand’s label is part of the necktie’s keeper loop, the logo’s lettering will be crisp and clear. Always purchase Yves Saint Laurent items from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop vintage Yves Saint Laurent ties from some of the world’s best boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The symbol for Saint Laurent is a Y, an S and an L superimposed over one another. It is the monogram of designer Yves Saint Laurent who helped found the luxury French fashion house in 1961. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Saint Laurent apparel, bags and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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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