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Yves Saint Laurent

French, 1936-2008

French designer Yves Saint Laurent pioneered “cross-design” in fashion, taking inspiration from street trends to modernize haute couture.

Saint Laurent was the first to launch a ready-to-wear label, YSL Rive Gauche Prêt-à-Porter. He was the first couturier to open boutiques for both men and women. Using traditional menswear fabrics and designs for women, Saint Laurent also literally cross-dressed, giving men and women alike chic pant suits, elegant tuxedo jackets and urban safari gear.

By blurring gender-specific design, Saint Laurent empowered individual style while creating a scissor-sharp fashion aesthetic of sensual ease and beauty. Many of his designs are today considered timeless classics. Saint Laurent also consistently used Black models, like Mounia, Iman and Naomi Campbell, and he drew endless inspiration from different ethnicities and cultures, in no small part because of his Algerian roots.

Born to French parents in Oran, Algeria, in 1936, Saint Laurent went to Paris at age 17 to study fashion at the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture. Just two years later, in 1955, his remarkable sketches were shown to Christian Dior, then the world’s reigning couturier, who hired him immediately.

Surprisingly soon thereafter, Dior publicly chose Saint Laurent as his successor, which sadly proved prescient when the fashion legend died unexpectedly, in 1957. A mere slip of a youth, the 21-year-old Saint Laurent was nevertheless up to the challenge. He shook the traditional couture clientele to its core with youthful silhouettes and styles like the A-line trapeze dress that hung with seeming effortlessness from the shoulders, the antithesis of the pinched waists and molded skirts that had been all the rage after the deprivations of World War II.

After a mandated spell in the torturous French military, Saint Laurent suffered a nervous breakdown and was dismissed by Dior in 1962. Out of the ashes rose the Age of Yves. With Pierre Bergé, his then-lover who became his lifelong business partner and friend, the designer founded Yves Saint Laurent YSL to encompass prêt-à-porter, or ready-to-wear. In 1966, they opened the first YSL Rive Gauche women’s boutique in Paris, followed soon thereafter by YSL Rive Gauche for men. Saint Laurent had given birth to a global brand.

His revolutionary Mondrian mini dress from 1965 is a core element of his fashion biography. It is a prime example of how Saint Laurent, an avid art lover and collector, looked to painters, from Goya to Picasso, Ingres to Matisse, for inspiration.

With its pure lines and hues, Mondrian’s ground-breaking 1935 color-block painting Composition C transmutes beautifully into a dress that is highly valued by collectors of contemporary fashion and widely copied commercially to this day. The design is the epitome of Saint Laurent’s aesthetic, requiring a meticulous hand-piecing of each color block so that, despite the body’s curves, the visual plane is as flat as a canvas when the garment is worn. Mondrian’s purity met its match in Saint Laurent.

“I am no longer concerned with sensation and innovation, but with the perfection of my style,” Saint Laurent said four years before retiring, in 2002. After a long period of ill health, he died at his home in Paris on June 1, 2008.

Browse an extraordinary collection of vintage Yves Saint Laurent evening dresses, shirts, handbags and other clothing and accessories today on 1stDibs.

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Designer: Yves Saint Laurent
1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche purple silk floral dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Purple, floral-printed, silk dress with long waist tie from Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1970's. Labeled a French size 42 however this fits very small, especially if worn off the...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Trimmings Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Trimmings belt ending with a pompom. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 85 cm Seller Reference: ACC131
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Engraved Golden Metal Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Engraved golden metal belt with a golden metal buckle and multicolored resin cabochons. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition ...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT Size 9 Brown Perforated Leather Cap Toe Lace-Up Shoes
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT dress shoes in a brown leather featuring a derby style, cap toe with perforated design, and lace-up closure. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Wild silk dress. No label of composition or size, it fits a 38FR. To note, presence of stains. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Shoulder ...
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

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

Saint Laurent Black Chevron Quilted Lambskin Joe Drawstring Backpack
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This black lambskin backpack by designer YSL Saint Laurent features a chain drawstring top that flows into leather shoulder straps for a classic, yet modern look. The spacious fabric...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

1971 Yves Saint Laurent Navy Wool Blazer with Maroon Trim
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Highly documented Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche blazer from the revered 1971 "Libération" collection. The collection was inspired by 1940s wartime fashion and the women of occupied ...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Purple crêpe bustier cocktail dress Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple crêpe bustier cocktail dress with silk boned bustier inside with zip closure on the right side. Adjustable waist band with 2 different lenght and hook&eye closure. Snap closu...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Top Black Satin Sleeveless Camisole Vintage 90s Size 34
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Yves Saint Laurent black sleeveless top, likely made in the 90s. Made from a silky-satin fabric (no content label), it's slightly textured, giving it a really nice sheen! So easy to wear and style! See our last image, where we show it with a vintage 70s YSL...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Printed flower cocktail dress mix with black lace Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed flower cocktail dress mix with black lace. No more fabric composition tag but the printed fabric is probably in rayon and the lace in cot...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Rare Early Yves Saint Laurent Black Rhinestone Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage YSL knit top, with gorgeous rhinestones on each strap. Flattering fit, with incredible construction. In great condition. Approximately Size Small...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT pink metallic scaled leather wraparound clutch bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT pink metallic scaled leather wraparound clutch bag Reference: PYCN/A00115 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Material: Leather Color: Pink, Silver Pattern: Solid Closure: W...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Printed cotton shirt with short sleeves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed cotton shirt with short sleeves. One snap closure on the middle front ( but I dont think it's original, it's has been probably add later to be able to close the shirt) Elast...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT long plum jersey gown with matching sash
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Exceptional, deep-plum jersey gown with deep V neckline, billowy sleeves and wrap belt from Yves Saint Laurent dating to the late 1970's. Labeled a French size 36". Approximate measu...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Printed silk jacquard shirt with tie collar Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed silk jacquard shirt with tie collar. Shoulder pad. SIZE 38/40 M/L
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche Vintage grey 100% wool oversized coat FR48 M
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche Vintage grey 100% wool oversized coat FR48 M Reference: PRWU/A00002 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Collection: Rive Gauche Material: Wool Color: Grey Patter...
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2010s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Multicolor Floral Print Top and Skirt Set, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
There is usually an ode to art in Yves Saint Laurent’s fashion. Whether through style lines, prints, or colors, Saint Laurent consistently has been shown to design with respect for the past, present and future. Though a 1980s design, Saint Laurent recaptures a 60s/70s feel and reprises it to a fresh ensemble. Done in a vivid silk print, this skirt and blouse features a floral motif with colors of teal, Kelly green, wisteria and yellow orange on a vermillion ground. The blouse slips over the head and is tied to the left shoulder. The yoked skirt...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT Size L White Black Figures Cotton Short Sleeve T-shirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
YVES SAINT LAURENT t-shirt in a white cotton jersey featuring a black figure print, short sleeves, and crew neck. Made in Italy.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Moderate marks under arms. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT Size 7 Brown Tan Animal Print Leather Slippers Loafers
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
YVES SAINT LAURENT RIVE GAUCHE loafers comes in a brown and tan animal print leather material featuring a slip on style. It does not include shoe trees. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT Size 8 Brown Tan Animal Print Leather Slip On Loafers
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche loafers comes in a brown and tan leopard print leather featuring a slip on style. It does not includes shoe trees. Includes box. Made in Italy. Very Go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

YSL Black Wooden Flat Slides - 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
YSL Black Wooden Flat Slides - 40. These adorable Yves Saint Laurent Slides are in good condition. They have some marks and wear on them that is c...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent vintage 1980s wool cobalt bleu coat dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
A stunning Yves Saint Laurent variation vintage cobalt blue wool jacket from the 1980s, versatile enough to be worn as a dress. It features a button-front closure and includes a matc...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Knitted Scarf - '00s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, IT
Stay warm and stylish this winter with the Yves Saint Laurent Knitted Scarf. Made from a cozy wool blend, this scarf features a multicolor stri...
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Early 2000s Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT purple metallic scaled leather wraparound clutch bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT purple metallic scaled leather wraparound clutch bag Reference: PYCN/A00116 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Material: Leather Color: Purple, Silver Pattern: Animal Print...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Choco Brown Patent Leather Oversized Muse Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Yves Saint Laurent tote is an example of the brand's fine designs that are skillfully crafted to project a classic charm. It is a functional creation with an elevating appeal.
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Dark Brown Texture Leather Ankle Boots Size 39
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Nail a confident look with these designer ankle boots from Yves Saint Laurent! They're made of textured leather and added with contrasting fur-like trims, platforms, and 14 cm heels....
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Silk day dress with printed check pattern Yves Saint Laurent Variation
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk day dress with printed check pattern. Elastic waist . SIZE 38 (Fr) M
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT Size M Pink Coral Dolman Sleeve Pullover
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
YVES SAINT LAURENT pullover in a coral pink knit fabric featuring a boat neck and casual dolman sleeves. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Fabric and care tags removed. Marked: 40 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Silk day dress with check pattern Yves Saint Laurent Variation
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk day dress with check pattern. Belt in the same fabric, lenght= 240cm Zip closure on the left side. Thin shoulder-pad. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
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1980s Unknown Yves Saint Laurent

early 1980's YVES SAINT LAURENT abstract woven silk wrap dress with puff sleeves
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Abstract-printed, silk wrap dress from Yves Saint Laurent dating to the early 1980's. Colors are jet black, red and white. Labeled a French size 34. Approximate measurements: shoulde...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage beige YSL badge military captain shirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage beige YSL badge military captain shirt Reference: CRTI/A00726 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Material: Feels like cotton Color: Beige Pattern: Striped Clos...
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1990s Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT 2011 Tom Ford pink metallic leather slingback heels EU38
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT 2011 Tom Ford pink metallic leather slingback heels EU38 Reference: PYCN/A00123 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Material: Leather ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Printed cotton shirt Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed cotton shirt . Buttons and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. Pockets on both side. size 38 (Fr) M
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1980s 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

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

YVES SAINT LAURENT 2008 Vintage dark blue silk anorak field jacket FR48 M
By Stefano Pilati, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT 2008 Vintage dark blue silk anorak field jacket FR48 M Reference: PRWU/A00043 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Designer: Stefano Pilati Collection: 2008 Material: Silk Co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Olive green Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A great vintage skirt for Summer , by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche . The skirt is in an attractive olive green colour with a drawstring waist / paper bag waist and 2 front pockets....
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

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

Yves Saint Laurent "Shells" Belt in Navy Blue
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - Belt in navy blue trimmings, charms in gold-plated metal and shells. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 147 cm Seller R...
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1970s Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT Charlie 105 black suede rhinestone jewel heel pump EU37.5
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT Charlie 105 black suede rhinestone jewel heel pump EU37.5 Reference: MELK/A00201 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Model: Charlie 105 Material: Suede Color: Black Pattern:...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

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

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Foulard in Blue Tones
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in Italy) Silk foulard in blue tones. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 87 cm x 87 cm Seller Reference: FFY1
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1970s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT - Houndstooth Blazer
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Iba, PH
Iconic and extremely hard-to-find Yves Saint Laurent Blazer. Designer: Yves Saint Laurent Dimensions (Inches) (Taken Flat) Length: 24" Bust: 19” Shoulder to Hem: 22.5" Marked Size:...
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1990s Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Striped Silk Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Yves Saint Laurent Striped silk dress with an attached silk sash bow. Size estimate: XS/S
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Saint Laurent Candy Platforms Silver Glitter Sandals Hedi Slimane NIB Sz 39
By Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Get your disco groove on with these chic platform heels by YSL! New in box and never worn, Yves Saint Laurent Candy Platforms in size 39, designed by Hedi Slimane. They feature lea...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Navy blue cotton skirt-suit Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche SS 1992
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue cotton skirt-suit . Lining composition: 55% acetate, 45% rayon. Shoulder pad. Button closure on the middle front and buttons on the cuffs as well. SIZE OF THE JACKET : 38...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL New Denim Carre Satchel Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Up for sale new YSL denim carre' satchel dusty blue denim and dark land. Brown suede trim and gold tone hardware. Adjustable Shoulder strap is 16". Comes wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent black skulls dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Capri, IT
Yves Saint Laurent black skulls dress totally made in france in size fr 36
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Gonna Yves Saint Laurent anni80 pari al nuovo
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Gonna portafoglio Yves Saint Laurent vintage anni 80, nuova mai utilizzata. Il laccetto forma una cintura girando intorno alla vita attraverso i passanti. Taglia 36fr, si adatta per...
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent " Rive Gauche " Navy Blue Maxi Skirt Size 48 / US 16
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect vintage Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" navy blue maxi skirt, in RARE size 48 ! Beautiful slimming cut, ankle length, and so much det...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Dark Orange Leather Flower Applique Clogs Size 39
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These clogs will frame your feet in a luxe manner. Crafted from quality materials, they display a classy design and comfortable insoles.
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2010s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Leather Logo Opyum Heels Silver Black
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this pair of YSL Opyum Heels: - Brand: YSL - Model: Opyum Heels - Color: Silver/ Black - Size: 37 - Condition:...
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2010s European Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Brown Slingback Heels, Circa 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent brown slingback heels. Open toe, chunky high heel and rope trim along the vamp. Circa: 1975-1976 Yves Saint Laurent L...
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1970s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Fall 1984 Trompe l’oeil Black and White Lace Print Silk Pants
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage YSL Fall 1984 black and white trompe l’oeil black and white lace print silk trousers ! Features an all over black and white lace print. Pockets at each side of the hips....
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Rive Gauche New Blue Plunging Silk Halter Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
New with tags YVES SAINT LAURENT 'Rive Gauche" Spring / Summer 2012 blue silk halter top! Sexy plunge with a perfectly tailored bodice. Hidden zip...
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2010s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT AW09 black cap sleeve ruched tie front bubble hem dress FR38
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT AW09 black cap sleeve ruched tie front bubble hem dress FR38 Reference: CEWG/A00011 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Designer: Stefano Pilati Model: Bubble dress Collect...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

1968 SAINT LAURENT rust 'saharienne' safari tunic as seen on YVES SAINT LAURENT
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extremely rare, rust 'saharienne' safari tunic from Yves Saint Laurent dating to 1968 as seen on Yves Saint Laurent in London. This is a very well documented and historically significant...
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1960s 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.

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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 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
    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 best way to wear Saint Laurent fashions is a matter of preference. Whether you’re interested in clothes, shoes or other accessories like Saint Laurent’s iconic bags, you’ll find a wide collection of contemporary and vintage editions available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The symbol for Saint Laurent is a Y, an S and an L superimposed over one another. It is the monogram of designer Yves Saint Laurent who helped found the luxury French fashion house in 1961. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Saint Laurent apparel, bags and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent is owned by Kering, a French-based multinational corporation. Kering specializes in luxury goods and also owns Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Gucci and Alexander McQueen. Browse a wide range of luxury designer goods, including Saint Laurent, on 1stDibs and other authorized retailers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, the Yves Saint Laurent Belle de Jour clutch does not have zippers. The clutch closes securely with a snap closure. Shop a collection of vintage and new Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 1976 fall/winter collection from Yves Saint Laurent was distinctly Russian influenced. The designer has stated that he’s always loved Russia and its culture. He created that collection with heavy inspiration coming from Diaghilev’s “Ballet Russes” and the strong female characters from great Russian literature. You’ll find a variety of Saint Laurent products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent debuted his Ballet Russes collection, inspired by various Russian fashions, in the fall of 1976. It was a personal favorite of Saint Laurent’s, and has been cited as a precursor of the sartorial extravagance of the 1980s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques..
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent uses smooth or grained leather in addition to exotic materials like crocodile skin. For more information on exact materials, consult the brain’s website. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide range of Saint Laurent leather goods from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To care for Saint Laurent boots, make sure you protect them from excessive exposure to water, rain and snow. Invest in products to moisturize the material, and use a boot tree to maintain the shape of taller boots. Most importantly, never forget to wipe down your boots after each wear. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide array of Saint Laurent boots from some of the world’s top boutiques.

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