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Yves Saint Laurent

French, 1936-2008

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Yves Saint Laurent Gloves Black Leather Gold Trim Moroccan Motif Rare Vintage
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Elevate your cold-weather wardrobe with these stunning vintage Yves Saint Laurent leather gloves, likely dating to the 1990s. Expertly crafted in Italy from supple black leather, the...
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1990s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Magnificent Deep Violet Wool Jersey Evening Cape
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
This rare Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche "Opium Collection's" magnificent and simply elegant deep violet wool jersey evening cape is detailed with a mandarin collar ...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Velvet Russian Collection Jacket w/Silk Ties
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Yves Saint Laurent Russian collection black velvet jacket with Pierrot collar and black silk cord neck ties. In excellent condition - size tag 40.
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Red trench-coat with belt Yves Saint Laurent Variation
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red trench-coat with belt. No fabric composition tag but the main fabric is probably nylon or polyester and the lining in satin. Belt and belt-loop, pocket...
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1980s Unknown Yves Saint Laurent

1976 Ballets Russes Yves Saint Laurent Peacock Blue Cape
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This magnificent A/W 1976 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche peacock blue wool cape excites drama and style and can be worn two ways, varying the impact of the piece. The 100% soft wool ...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2001 Black tuxedo suit
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by Tom Ford - Sold by Skof.Archive - Fall Winter 2001 Collection - Black Tuxedo Suit - Sheer Structured Long Sleeves - Single-Button Closure - High-Waisted Straight-Leg Pa...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

An Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Top Embroidered with Sequins Circa 1980
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1980/1990 France Top entirely embroidered with black and silver sequins by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dating from the 1980s. Round low-cut neckline, long sleeves and closur...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent SS 2008 Kate Moss Sz 40 / 8 One Shoulder Silk Rasperry Gown
By Stefano Pilati, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Spectacular and rare YVES SAINT LAURENT, by STEFANO PILATI Documented Spring Summer / Printemps Ete 2008 ad campaign one shoulder raspberry pink silk evening dress! Who could forget ...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT Size 36 Grey Multicolour Paint Splatter Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
YVES SAINT LAURENT 2007 jacket comes in a white cotton canvas featuring a large pockets multi- colour splattered details, and zip up closure. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Fuschia Wool Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Yves Saint Laurent drop shoulder, plush wool coat with pegged hem. It is fully cut with a gathered back yoke and gathered sleeves. Wonderful vibrant ...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Black Single Breasted Wool Skirt Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This timeless black wool skirt suit was designed by French fashion house Yves Saint Laurent during the late 1990s or 2000. It can likely be attributed to the great and late Alber El...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

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

YVES SAINT LAURENT Size 6 Tribute Brown Black Calf Hair Animal Print Platform Sandals
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
YVES SAINT LAURENT "Tribute" sandals in a brown and black calf hair featuring an animal print pattern, peep toe, patent leather trim with velvet platform detail, and ankle strap clos...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Multicolor Sea-Shell Print Sleeveless Blouse YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Among various influences and inspirations, pop-art stylings frequent many YSL designs. His affinity for eccentric prints and quirky color combinations ensured a jovial mood to his ga...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Cropped Le Smoking Tuxedo Satin Black Pantsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche cropped pant suit, designed by Yves Saint Laurent. From the 1980s, this two-piece pant suit set consists of a cropped versi...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent 80s Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Yves Saint Laurent gray 1980s blazer with single button closure Padded shoulders, front pockets Good condition tg42fr, 100%cotton Measurements : Shoulders 46cm Manica 57cm Petto 50cm...
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Wine Velvet Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Claret Wine Cotton-rayon Velvet Skirt, easy construction with a series of inverted pleats which release from waist to fullness at hem. Side zip closure and practi...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

1960s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Silk Satin Beaded Vintage 60s Turban Hat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s YVES SAINT LAURENT black silk / satin beaded turban hat ! Features hand-sewn black beads around the brim, and on the band on the back. Couture...
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Rose Suede Embroidered Covered Wedge Loafers circa 1998
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Gucci Rose Suede Acciaio Embroidered Covered Wedge Loafers from circa 1998 are a striking example of late 20th-century luxury footwear. Crafted from soft pink suede, these loafers feature a sophisticated covered wedge heel that offers both height and comfort. The top of each toe is adorned with intricate embroidery in shimmering silver metallic thread, the iconic YSL logo, which is complemented by regal lion motifs. The embroidered details add a touch of opulence and artistry, making these loafers a statement piece. These shoes can be effortlessly styled with high-end designer items such as a tailored Chanel blazer, a Gucci silk blouse, or a classic Hermès scarf. For a more casual yet luxurious look, pair them with a Vince cashmere sweater, Balenciaga leather trousers...
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Late 20th Century Italian Yves Saint Laurent

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Russian Collection Lipstick Red Boho Peasant Blouse Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and collectible vintage 70s YSL Rive Gauche cotton peasant shirt from the infamous 1976 RUSSIAN COLLECTION! Features a lightweight textured cotton that lo...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Butterfly Print Blouse, Fall-Winter 1971-1972
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
Very rare 70’s burnt orange YSL refined natural silk stand-up collar blouse. Unusual colorful butterfly print. Labelled a French size 38 (US 4-6), the blouse runs a bit small to size...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

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

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Navy Blue Woven Cord Black Acrylic Handle Tote Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the 1990s this chic woven navy Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche top handle tote bag features an entirely woven body and is complete with a black square acrylic handle. Effortlessl...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

1990s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Animal Print Silk Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL iconic silk printed jacket featuring an animal print, a long length and long sleeves with buttons at cuffs. Circa 1990s Composition: 100% silk Estimated size ...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Gold Clutch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent evening bag in the most stunning metallic gold crocodile embossed metal casing! Eye catching shiny g...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

2009 Runway Documented Saint Laurent Silver Leather Cage Boots
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
The Cage Boots walked the Saint Laurent runway for the fashion house's Spring 2009 runway. Designed when Stefano Pilati was the creative director, these designs were instantly iconic...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Black Asymetric Dress With Flaminco Style Trim
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This sensational 1980s black silk blend Flamenco-style evening dress is unlabelled, although we are able to confirm that it is by extolled French fashion house Yves Saint Laurent. The sleeveless bodice is a silky cotton fabric with a gentle scoop neckline and is a simple cut designed to glide easily from the waist over the hips. The key feature of the dress is the asymmetrical polka dot organza frilled skirt...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Wide Red Leather Chrome Grommet Studded Belt c 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in University City, MO
Yves Saint Laurent Red leather chrome grommet studded belt c 1970s The wide dark red leather belt is designed with a series of chrome metal grommets; juxtaposed with rectangular ver...
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1970s Unknown Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Jersey Faux Wrap Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Black Jersey Faux Wrap Dress with strong shoulders and slim straight cut. 2 button closure at shoulder and faux wrap detail at dipping hem. Wool jersey double knit...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Gorgeous Vintage Yves Saint Laurent " Rive Gauche " Black Sequin Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage YSL "Rive Gauche" black sequin skirt. The best black skirt for any fashionista's wardrobe! In great condition. Marked Size EU 44 ...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Olive green Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
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

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Jewelled Black Astrakhan Fur Bolero Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT Fourrures vintage rare black astrakhan fur bolero jacket embellished with massive multicolored three-dimensional resin cabochons. ...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

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

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Black & Red Silk Ruffle Blousew
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent black silk blouse with red trim, button front, and ruffle collar. Excellent Condition. Size: 42
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Double breasted coat with houndstooth pattern Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Double breasted coat with navy and off-white houndstooth pattern. No fabric composition tag but the main fabric is wool and lining acetate or rayon. Shoulder pad. Button and buttonh...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

New Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL F/W 2001 Runway Coat Jacket Sz 36
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Fall / Winter 2001 Brand New A Rare Find Size: FR 36 $2450 100% Virgin Wool Black Virgin Wool Jacket With Ruffle Trim Shown at the 2001 Fall Runway ...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Navy Houndstooth Mini-Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This elegant skirt was designed by French fashion house Yves Saint Laurent and is likely from the s/s 1983 collection where a similar design was shown as part of the runway presentat...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Sheer Tuxedo Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Sheer Tuxedo Blouse is likely a sophisticated, timeless piece, reflecting the luxury and high fashion associated with the Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) br...
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Late 20th Century Yves Saint Laurent

Navy blue cotton skirt-suit Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche SS 1992
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
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

Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" vintage 1970s cotton safari dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
This iconic Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" safari dress dates to 1969-1970. It was made in France from unlined cotton. The front is classic YSL does up the front with 4 buttons a...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Green Sunglasses DIETILLA 50/18 130mm
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rome, Rome
From the heart of 1980s Parisian fashion, the Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Rose DIETILLA Sunglasses are a soft-spoken statement in bold elegance. Made in France and crafted from durabl...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Glossy Black Straw Hat, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Yves Saint Laurent was a classic designer who always seemed to transform fashion history into fashion news. While fashionable hats had largely receded from the fashion scene by the 1...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Runway Dress Rose Flower Bat Bell Sleeves
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful dress, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent 2003 Collection. The sleeves are drop dead gorgeous - dramatic bell sleeves/bat sleeves - and ...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Cotton Peplum Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing 1980s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche light weight black cotton twill jacket. The jacket features a curved v neckline, leg of mutton sleeves and a peplum at the waist. Unlined...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent ' Rive Gauche ' Black Skirt Suit Size 44 YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' black skirt suit! Flattering neckline on jacket, with two dome gold buttons at waist, and at cuffs. Also features interior waist bu...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent FW 2003 Archival Liquid Silk Jacket Dramatic Shoulders Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, BE
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche FW 2003 Silk Jacket Documented Runway Piece The Fall Winter 2003 Yves Saint Laurent silk jacket is a mas...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Silk Violet Bustier Dress, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Vintage Yves Saint Laurent silk bustier violet dress with a small drapery in front. Edition Soir. The inner corset tightly fixes the bustier o...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Jacket Red Velvet Black Trim Ballet Russes Vintage 70s Sz 38
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche jacket, likely made for the Ballet Russes aka Russian collection in the late 70s. Made from red velvet, it's trimmed in bl...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Red linen skirt-suit with jewlerry buttons Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche SS1992
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red linen skirt-suit with jewlerry buttons. Lining composition: acetate & rayon. Shoulder pad. SIZE 34 (Fr) on tag but fit more likely M for the jacket and S for the skirt
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Black jersey cocktail dress with fabric strips braided belt Yves Saint Laurent
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black jersey cocktail dress with fabric strips braided belt. Fabric composition: rayon Snap on the left side of the waist to close the belt. SIZE 36 (Fr) 6 (US) M
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Gilt Bronze Link Belt
By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Alligator textured gilt bronze link belt, made by Robert Goossens , as patches of torn alligator skin. Excellent Condition. Length 26" plus 5.75" extender, Width...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Wool tartan duffle-coat with multicolor furs collar Yves Saint Laurent Fourrure
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wool tartan quilted duffle-coat with multicolor furs collar ( same colors as the coat) . Horn button in the middle front and buttonhole. Horn buttons on the cuffs as well ( no button...
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1980s European Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent silk coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Long red and black silk coat tied with a single button. Size 40FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: 46 cm - Chest: 4...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Rare 2 in 1 Yves Saint Laurent Couture Crushed Velvet Numbered Dress c. 1986
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
Very Rare 2 in 1 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Twinkly Anthracite Dress Gown C. 1986, Label N - 60253 Can be Used in 2 Different Ways Because of Snaps Crushed Twinkly Anthracite V...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

New Yves Saint Laurent Crystal Embellished Champagne Silk Dress Fr. 44 - US 12
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Yves Saint Laurent Crystal Embellished Silk Dress Gown 2012 Collection French size 44 - US 12 Carla Bruni-Sarkozy Looked Stunning in this Column Dress by Saint Laurent. Kylie Minogue...
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2010s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Khaki Cotton Twill Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Simple and perfectly cut YSL Khaki cotton twill skirt with trapunto waist and snap closures. Full circle skirt is gathered at waist. Side pockets in sea...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

New Yves Saint Laurent YSL Suede Heels Pumps Sz 37
By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Ashburn, VA
Brand New * Stunning Suede In Camel * Unique Scalloped Sides & Heel * Leather Insole * Open Square Toe * 4.5" Heel * With Box & Extra Heel Tips * Beautiful!
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Plum Velvet Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This elegant velvet jacket was designed by Yves Saint Laurent during the early 1980s and we have attached an editorial shoot of a very similar jacket from the Fall 1981/1982 collecti...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Massive Star Mirror Plexiglass Buckle Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT wide black patent leather belt featuring a massive bronze tone star buckle embellished with a mirror plexiglass in pink/mauve color. Snap button closure (3 length...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent fashion for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Yves Saint Laurent fashion available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of red, purple, blue and other tones. Most of the items here were designed during the 20th Century, but you can find examples that were created as recently as the 21st Century and Contemporary. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Christian Dior, and Jean Patou appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Yves Saint Laurent fashion from top boutiques around the world. Yves Saint Laurent fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $171,065, while the average work can sell for $795.
Questions About Yves Saint Laurent
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    YSL or Yves Saint Laurent is famous for pioneering “cross-design” in fashion, taking inspiration from street trends to modernize haute couture. He is also well known for creating pieces that both women and men can wear. By blurring gender-specific design, he empowered individual style while creating a scissor-sharp fashion aesthetic of sensual ease and beauty. Shop a collection of Yves Saint Laurent pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yves Saint Laurent was a fashion designer for nearly five decades. He started to work for Christian Dior during the 1950s, when Saint Laurent was still in his teens. He established his eponymous couture house with Pierre Bergé in 1962 and didn’t retire from designing until 2002. Find vintage Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yes, Yves Saint Laurent was an entrepreneur. The revered and groundbreaking French fashion designer founded his eponymous luxury house with his partner, Pierre Bergé, in 1962. In the years prior, beginning in his teens, Saint Laurent had been working for Christian Dior. In 1966, four years after establishing the label, he and Bergé opened the first YSL Rive Gauche women’s boutique in Paris, followed soon thereafter by YSL Rive Gauche for men. Saint Laurent had given birth to a global brand and didn’t retire from designing until 2002. Find vintage Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Yes, YSL is a luxury brand. In fact, the French fashion house appears on the list of official haute couture maisons published by the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Paris. To earn this status, a fashion brand must employ at least 15 artisans, present at luxury fashion shows each season and meet other standards. Since its founding in 1962, Yves Saint Laurent has earned a reputation for producing pieces of exceptional quality out of fine materials like lace, cashmere and high-quality leather, fitting the definition of luxury. Shop a wide range of Yves Saint Laurent apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Designer Anthony Vaccarello is Yves Saint Laurent’s creative director and was appointed to the position in April 2016. You can find vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent was the original designer for the eponymous label. Today the brand is led by creative director Anthony Vaccarello, who stepped into the position in April of 2016. In between creative directors included Alber Elbaz, Tom Ford, Stefano Pilati and Hedi Slimane. Shop a collection of vintage and new Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One of Yves Saint Laurent's most famous and iconic styles is the "Le Smoking,” originally launched as a black suit for women at a time when women didn’t wear pants in public — and were sometimes kicked out of luxury establishments for wearing them. Many incarnations of “Le Smoking” have hit the shelves in the decades since its debut. Shop a large collection of new and vintage Yves Saint Laurent pieces from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent is made with the utmost quality and high-end materials. You can check for authenticity cards, near perfect stitching and a branded label along the inside to confirm the item is authentic. Find a large collection of authentic Yves Saint Laurent from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yves Saint Laurent was founded in 1962.

    The revered and groundbreaking French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent established his eponymous luxury house with his partner, Pierre Bergé. In the years prior, beginning in his teens, Saint Laurent had been working for Christian Dior. In 1966, four years after establishing the label, he and Bergé opened the first YSL Rive Gauche women’s boutique in Paris, followed soon thereafter by YSL Rive Gauche for men. Saint Laurent had given birth to a global brand and didn’t retire from designing until 2002.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The brand YSL stands for Yves Saint Laurent. The name comes from the French designer who established the French fashion house in 1961. He is known for having pioneered "cross-design" in fashion, taking inspiration from street trends to modernize luxury clothing. He was the first designer to launch a ready-to-wear label and the first couturier to open boutiques for both men and women. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Yves Saint Laurent apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a YSL shirt is real, first look at the neck tag. By comparing it to images of labels shared on trusted online resources, you may spot inconsistencies in the text size, logo and other characteristics that could suggest your piece is a replica. Examining the seams can also be helpful. You should expect to see no imperfections on authentic Yves Saint Laurent shirts, so any uneven, misaligned or loose stitching may mean your shirt is a reproduction. A certified appraiser or expert authenticator can also be of assistance when authenticating Yves Saint Laurent apparel. Find a collection of Yves Saint Laurent shirts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The fashion house Yves Saint Laurent was founded in 1962 by Yves Henri Donat Mathieu-Saint-Laurent and Pierre Bergé in Paris, France. Their mission was to make prêt-à-porter, or ready-to-wear fashion, a reputable trend. In 1966, they opened the first YSL Rive Gauche women’s boutique in Paris, followed soon after by YSL Rive Gauche for men. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of iconic vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent clothing and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Belgian-born designer Anthony Vaccarello is the creative director at Yves Saint Laurent and is in charge of the fashion house’s womenswear and menswear lines. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent menswear from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Fashion designer Yves Henri Donat Mathieu-Saint Laurent was born in Oran, Algeria on August 1, 1936. The family home was located at 11 Rue Stora in the Plateau Saint Michel neighborhood. Yves and his parents lived on the ground floor and his uncle’s family lived above them. The city of Oran is a port city in northwest Algeria. Shop a collection of vintage and new Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yes, Yves Saint Laurent is a luxury brand. Founded in 1962 by Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé, the brand is regarded as one of the foremost fashion labels in the 20th century.

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

    Shop a large collection of vintage Yves Saint Laurent from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yves Saint Laurent is pronounced “EEV sann law-RAUNNT.” Yves Saint Laurent established his eponymous couture house with Pierre Bergé in 1962. By blurring gender-specific design, Saint Laurent empowered individual style while creating a scissor-sharp fashion aesthetic of sensual ease and beauty. Many of his designs are today considered timeless classics. Find vintage Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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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