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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
New Yves Saint Laurent YSL F/W 2009 Runway Wool Lurex Dress Sz FR38 With Tags
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Yves Saint Laurent Fall Winter 2009 Brand New With Tags $2650 Butter Soft Runway Wool Lurex Dress FR38 Charcoal & Metallic Lurex Zips Up the Back Hook and Eye Neck Fully Lined Bu...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Red Suede Love Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent Red “Love” suede leather belt featuring old-tone buckle with perforated dotted trim, a 'Yves Saint Laurent Love' engraved signature, an adjustable buckle closing....
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2002 Safari Collection Leopard Silk Top F 38
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
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

YSL Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Lipstick Red XL Mombasa Shoulder Hand Bag
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE COLLECTOR'S ITEM BY TOM FORD FOR YVES SAINT LAURENT Yves Saint Laurent Mombasa bag Designed by Tom Ford for his collection at YSL Perfect size - XL Mombasa to fit in all you...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Enamel Clutch
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford enamel clutch showcases the legendary designer's bold aesthetic. Its exterior features an enamel light gold base adorned with circular enamel accen...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford F/W 2003 Green suede Nadja bag
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, 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

Yves Saint Laurent Maillots de Bain Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous YSL one piece swimsuit! Black and ivory white color blocking, plunging halter neck line, ruching at waist, high cut thigh, clasp closure at back neck. A beautiful one piece...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2011 Gold Chain-Embellished Crepe Black Jumpsuit Fr. 38
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Gold Chain-Embellished Black Halter Jumpsuit Automne/Hiver 2011 Designer size - French 38 Black satin crepe, Gold-tone chain-...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

New Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Python Heels Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Stunning Black Python * Rare Tom Ford Era * Euro Size: 40 * Pointed Toe & Heel * Leather Insole * A True Black * 3.75" Heel * With YSL Box & Dust Cover * ...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

1978 YVES SAINT LAURENT tan cotton twill RUNWAY trench coat
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare light tan cotton twill trench coat designed by Yves Saint Laurent as seen on the spring 1978 runway in several colors. This coat is labeled French 36 however this fits many...
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Mid-20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Black and Clear PVC Cape. Fall 2010 Runway Look #14
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A black and clear pvc Yves Saint Laurent capelet. Fall 2010 collection Gold metal snaps on the front. Size estimate: S/M Size 40 New with tags.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Yves Saint Laurent

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

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

F/W 2002 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Ruffle Runway Blazer
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This is a striking black ruffle jacket by Yves Saint Laurent, designed by Tom Ford for the Fall/Winter 2002 collection. Originally showcased on the runway as part of look 11, worn by...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Black Wool Cape 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent, Rive Gauche black wool cape from the 1970s. Lightweight black wool cape with long silky black tassel end neck ties The ties run through the neck casing a...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

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

YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage Size L Brown Croc Embossed Leather Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT belt in a brown croc embossed leather featuring a wide style and matching covered buckle.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 4679Length: 34 inches W...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

NEW Famous Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford 2003 Silver Grey Silk Evening Dress 38
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE COLLECTOR'S ITEM STUNNING SILK DRESS BY TOM FORD FOR HIS FW COLLECTION 2003 FOR YVES SAINT LAURENT FEATURED IN THE AD CAMPAIGN, IN EDITORIALS AND SEEN ON THE RUNWAY, THIS IS...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

UNWORN Yves Saint Laurent YSL by Tom Ford Spring 2004 Layered Silk Dress 38
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE COLLECTOR'S ITEM STUNNING SILK DRESS BY TOM FORD FOR HIS FINAL SUMMER COLLECTION 2004 FOR YVES SAINT LAURENT DETAILS: Beautiful YSL by Tom Ford silk dress From this last su...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

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

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2008 Grey Knit Vest
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2008 grey knit vest. Features a light grey cotton body fabric, wrap around style, deep v neckline , two front mini pockets . Fastens with four clasps b...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Rust/ Orange Fall Trench Coat Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sparks, NV
Chic rust colored trench coat by Yves Saint Laurent. Double breasted buttons and matching sash belt. The fabric content is 64% cotton, 36% linen. The marked size is a French 36 and t...
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2010s French Yves Saint Laurent

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

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent decorated all-silk tie
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, IT
Decorated with blue and yellow paisley motifs on a dark red background, this vintage tie has been designed by Yves Saint Laurent. Made in all silk, this tie is a classic and goes per...
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Mid-20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Saint Laurent Men's Black Suit Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent, Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - Black suit jacket embroidered with black thread and sequins. No size indicated, it fits a 48FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimension...
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Early 2000s European Yves Saint Laurent

Short sleeve cotton jacket with flower print YVES SAINT LAURENT VARIATION
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Single breasted short sleeve jacket with flower print. Main fabric composition: cotton jacquard. Lining rayon or acetate. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. SIZE M
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

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

YSL Saint Laurent Dark Beige Medium Kate Chain Shoulder Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
An iconic insignia nods to the Parisian fashion house's heritage on this chic shoulder bag designed in perfect proportions. Retail $2,400. Designer: YSL Saint Laurent Material: 100%...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

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

Saint Laurent Loulou Puffer YSL Monogram Flap Shoulder Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This leather puffer shoulder bag from Saint Laurent features metallic hardware and a chain-and-leather shoulder strap. A diamond-quilted finish and a si...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Green Cotton Trapeze Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - Green cotton trapeze dress with red, orange and yellow guipure application. Model dating from 1966-67. No label of size or composition, it corresponds to a 40FR....
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Brown Yellow Braided Tassel Belt Wood Agate Beads YSL Vintage
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
African beading and traditional African elements appear throughout Saint Laurent’s designs. By drawing a rather pure inspiration from the diverse craftsman practices of the continent...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Size 40 6 / 8 Brown Plunging Vintage 90s YSL Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche chocolate brown plunging dress and sash belt ! Features faux tortoise shell rings at each shoulder. Wrap style with hidden hook-and-eye clos...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Gorgeous Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford YSL Black Lace Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Lace dress designed by Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent FW 2002 Collection Rare piece Finest black guipure lace Lined on backside with black mesh tulle Seen on the AD campaign, on the runway and on Carine...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent hand mirror 1980s-1990s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Silvery metal hand mirror, handle ornamented with colorful stones (quartz). This piece was created on the occasion of the opening of the beauty ...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

F/W 1978 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Purple Lesage Embroidery Floral Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a truly incredible purple velvet Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture evening jacket, designed by Yves Saint Laurent. From the Fall/Winter 1978 collection, this gorgeous jacke...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture brown suede and fur cocoon coat, fw 1983
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
▪ Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture cocoon coat ▪ Fall-Winter 1983 ▪ Constructed from brown suede ▪ Beaver fur trim ▪ Oversized fit ▪ Structured shoulders ▪ Silk lining ▪ Size a...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

New Tom Ford For Yves Saint Laurent YSL F/W 2001 Velvet Runway Ad Skirt Sz Fr36
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Tom Ford For Yves Saint Laurent Size: FR36 Tom Ford's Coveted 2001 Winter Collection Runway Skirt Impossible to Find New Brand New Without Tags Black Velvet Zipper and Hook & Eye c...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Resort Platform Espadrille Heels Sz 41
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Tom Ford For YSL Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Canvas Wedges * Beautiful Beige Canvas * Dark Burnt Orange Leather * Size: 41 U.S. 10 * Gold Grommet Hardware...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Calfskin Small Dylan Shoulder Bag Black
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Calfskin Small Dylan Shoulder Bag Black The Yves Saint Laurent YSL Calfskin Small Dylan Shoulder Bag in Black is a genuine and stylish option. Its finely craf...
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2010s French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL Saint Laurent Metallic Silver Medium Kate Chain Shoulder Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Experience exquisite fashion with this YSL Saint Laurent Medium Kate Chain Shoulder Bag. The iconic insignia and silver metallic leather material add a touch of luxury, while the per...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Couture Evening Gown Lace and Satin n. 59501 Collection 1985
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Fall Winter 1985 Collection France An exceptional Yves Saint Laurent Couture evening gown with train from the 1985  Collection. Purple satin from th the house designer Abraham cover...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

An Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Oversize Caban Coat Numbered 60623 C. 1990
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
On hold for a french exhibition until November 2024, available after this date Circa 1988/1990 France Oversize Caban coat or navy-inspired sailor coat in c...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Slip Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage slip dress by Yves Saint Laurent, Variation. In a pretty blue colour, the dress has a deep neckline , central back zip and is fully...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Black draped silk jersey cocktail dress Yves Saint Laurent
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black draped silk jersey cocktail dress. Draped and twisted on the middle front and gather on the waist and hips. Lining in the same material. Invisible zip closure on the left side....
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple and Green Silk Rouched Hat with Bow
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche hat is composed of a purple and green striped silk. The hat features a rouched detail and bow. In excellent vintage condition, the black bow has f...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Brown Square Sunglasses ARMANDIA 50/18
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
Fiercely feminine and unapologetically bold, these Yves Saint Laurent vintage brown sunglasses, model ARMANDIA, are a vivid expression of 1980s glamour. With their dramatic squared b...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

1990's YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche jacquard silk top with leopard motif
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rust jacquard woven silk top with leopard safari motif designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1990's. Labeled a French 38. Approximate measurements: shoulder to shoulder 18", b...
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1970s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

F/W 2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Pleated Black Satin Flare Skirt
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black pleated Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche skirt designed by Tom Ford. This fabulous flare skirt from the Fall/Winter 2001 collection features a high waist and satin r...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

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

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunnin...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

F/W 1977 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture 'Les Chinoises' Documented Dress Set
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a well-documented piece of fashion history expertly crafted by a master couturier in his prime. Yves Saint Laurent designed this dress for his infamous and brand-defining 'Les Chinoises,' or 'Opium Couture,' collection. A version of this Cheongsam-inspired belted dress set debuted on the Fall/Winter 1977 Haute Couture runway in July 1977 and appears in Saint Laurent's original archival sketches, held by the YSL Museum in Marrakesh. This collection corresponded with the release of YSL's infamous Opium fragrance and featured the designer's dreamy interpretation of historical Chinese style elements. Marino Schiano, one of YSL's muses, wore a similar set to the "Yves Saint Laurent Presents Opium Perfume...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Size 46 / 12 Lavender Lilac Purple Linen Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche light lilac lavender purple linen short sleeve shirt dress! Features luxurious soft Irish linen, with pockets at each breast and at each s...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent black silk taffeta and velvet evening ensemble, c. 1977-78
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Presenting an exceptionally rare Yves Saint Laurent black silk taffeta and velvet evening ensemble, a true treasure from the esteemed designer's collection circa 1977-78. This exquis...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Leather Suit with Tassels, 1990
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent (Made in France) Amazing jacket and skirt set in leather decorated with multi-color chips. Size 36FR. Collection Ready-to-Wear Spring-Summer 1990. A few suits like...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980 YVES SAINT LAURENT Ikat cardigan sweater
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Multi-colored, Ikat patterned, woven wool cardigan with puff sleeves and peplum hem detail designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to fall of 1980 as seen on the runway. Rare brown, gr...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

1970 YVES SAINT LAURENT gradient color floral coat with puff sleeves
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, vivid gradient toned floral coat with puff sleeves from Yves Saint Laurent dating to 1970. Coat best fits a US size 2 or 4. Approximate measurements: shoulder 14", bust 35...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Iconic Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Leopard Print Chenille Vintage 90s Jacket Blazer
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic, and nothing short of spectacular early 1990s YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL ' Rive Gauche ' leopard cheetah print tailored jacket! Four large wood buttons up the front. Pockets at ea...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Romper Black Rayon Sleeveless 1990s One Piece 90s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
What's better than a little black dress? A vintage early 90s YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Rive Gauche black sleeveless rayon romper / jumpsuit / playsuit ! Features a tailored bodice with wide legs. PCOKETS at each side of the hips. Hidden zipper up the side with hook-and-eye closure. Fabric covered buttons at top left shoulder with hidden snaps. Can easily be dressed up or down, layered or alone. The pictured vintage Paloma Picasso black and gold leather belt...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent black linen cap with extra long organza visor, ss 1991
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent black linen fitted cap with extra long organza visor and buckle fastening. Spring-Summer 1991
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

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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 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.
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    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 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 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.

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  • 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 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
    Yves Saint Laurent is the name of the French fashion designer who founded the luxury fashion house in 1962. Today, his fashions remain beloved by collectors all around the world. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Yves Saint Laurent logo is ‘YSL’, a monogram of the founder’s name. The ‘S’ sits in the middle, linking the ‘Y’ and the ‘L’. You can find vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The original Yves Saint Laurent logo is an interlocking monogram designed by graphic designer Adolphe Jean Marie Mouron, who goes by the name Cassandre. In 2012 the brand changed its name, dropping the Yves and also changing the logo. Today’s Saint Laurent logo is a bold Neue Helvetica font “Saint Laurent” with the word “Paris” written beneath in a serif-style font. All letters are in uppercase. You’ll find a variety of Saint Laurent products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An authentic Yves Saint Laurent scarf should look hand-rolled and hand-stitched. The material should be rolled in towards the logo, and then hand stitched so that the material comes from the back to the front. The pattern should also be completely symmetrical. You’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Saint Laurent clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine whether your YSL bag is real or fake. Authentic Saint Laurent bags have a serial number tag. Authentic bags will have the tag sewn into the lining around the edges. The serial number is 12 digits separated by a dot. Newer versions of YSL bags will have a serial number that is three letters, followed by 10 digits and they’re separated by a dot. In addition, make sure to thoroughly examine the bag for flaws and imperfections. A true Yves Saint Laurent bag will be flawless. Shop a collection of authentic Saint Laurent purses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A new Saint Laurent fringe bag is available from Saint Laurent directly as well as through multiple retailers. For physical store locations, consult the brand’s website. Vintage or antique editions of Saint Laurent bags are available for purchase through multiple platforms, including 1stDibs. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. While Saint Laurent has at times inspired knockoffs, 1stDibs partners with only top-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 1971, Yves Saint Laurent debuted his “Forties” line. Its theme was variations of the war years, and was labeled as “hideous” by the press, due to the line’s tonedeaf reminder of war and its fallout. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Yves Saint Laurent pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    To determine if a tie is an original Yves Saint Laurent tie, check the stitching, and get a feel for the quality of the fabric. All authentic YSL products, past or present, are made with the finest materials and are constructed with the utmost care. The stitching on an authentic Yves Saint Laurent necktie will be precise, and the seams will be flawless. Another thing to check is the keeper loop/label. If the brand’s label is part of the necktie’s keeper loop, the logo’s lettering will be crisp and clear. Always purchase Yves Saint Laurent items from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop vintage Yves Saint Laurent ties from some of the world’s best boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The symbol for Saint Laurent is a Y, an S and an L superimposed over one another. It is the monogram of designer Yves Saint Laurent who helped found the luxury French fashion house in 1961. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Saint Laurent apparel, bags and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to wear Saint Laurent fashions is a matter of preference. Whether you’re interested in clothes, shoes or other accessories like Saint Laurent’s iconic bags, you’ll find a wide collection of contemporary and vintage editions available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent is owned by Kering, a French-based multinational corporation. Kering specializes in luxury goods and also owns Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Gucci and Alexander McQueen. Browse a wide range of luxury designer goods, including Saint Laurent, on 1stDibs and other authorized retailers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, the Yves Saint Laurent Belle de Jour clutch does not have zippers. The clutch closes securely with a snap closure. Shop a collection of vintage and new Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 1976 fall/winter collection from Yves Saint Laurent was distinctly Russian influenced. The designer has stated that he’s always loved Russia and its culture. He created that collection with heavy inspiration coming from Diaghilev’s “Ballet Russes” and the strong female characters from great Russian literature. You’ll find a variety of Saint Laurent products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent debuted his Ballet Russes collection, inspired by various Russian fashions, in the fall of 1976. It was a personal favorite of Saint Laurent’s, and has been cited as a precursor of the sartorial extravagance of the 1980s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques..
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent uses smooth or grained leather in addition to exotic materials like crocodile skin. For more information on exact materials, consult the brain’s website. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide range of Saint Laurent leather goods from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent Derbies tend to run true to size. Consult the brand’s website for sizing guides to ensure a proper fit. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent shoes from some of the world’s top sellers.

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