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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
NWT 1980s Yves Saint Laurent Black and White Chupalla Bow Hat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black straw Yves Saint Laurent chupalla-style hat. From the 1970s, this hat is constructed entirely of black straw and features a shiny black bow around the bas...
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent multicoloured silk tie
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Capri, IT
Yves Saint Laurent multicoloured silk tie
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1990s Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent rive gauche red and grey fitted jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1980s Yves Saint Laurent red, black and grey plaid wool blazer with velvet lapel. Bust: 36"/ Waist: 31"/ Hip: 36"/ Length: 22"/ Sleeve: 23" Medium size
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Bugle Beaded and Sequined Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent, iridescent, bugle beaded and sequined on silk top. Black body with gold cuffs, neckline and waistline. Sleeves are dolman shape. C. 1980's.
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage 1989 Yves Saint Laurent Leopard Print Cotton Twill Trench Jacket w/Tags
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic Yves Saint Laurent leopard print cotton-twill trench jacket from the infamous Rive Gauche collection during spring-summer of 1989. Pieces from this collection are very rare and are true examples of fashion history. I adore the cuffed-sleeves and front duel pockets. The jacket features hidden buttons and a sexy back-slit. It is wearable and comfortable, yet has its own iconic elements. The best part of all is, the trench is in mint never worn condition! "In the mid-1970s the relevance of haute couture was seriously debated. The political and social upheaval of the 1960s, the emergence of a plethora of creative ready-to-wear designers, and the increasing preference for a sportswear approach to dressing as represented by American fashion were among the shifts in lifestyles and taste that appeared to sound the death knell of the calcified and elitist world of the maisons de couture. It was at this time that Yves Saint Laurent, haute couture’s preeminent practitioner, threw caution to the prevailing winds with a collection of unrivaled fantasy and luxury." Measurements Marked a EU 36 Bust: 40 inches Hips: up to 52 inches Sleeves: 24 inches Total Length: 42 inches This YSL designer...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gorgeous Vintage Fringed Shawl
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT gorgeous vintage fringed shawl featuring an opulent Oriental inspired design in red, blue, green, saffron, black and gold color...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Hot Pink Silk Black Velvet Logo YSL Stole Scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT reversible hot pink silk and black silk velvet stole. YSL embroidered on the pink side. Can be worn multiple ways. In great condition Made in Fr...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Matisse Inspired Floral Cotton Sash Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT RIVE GAUCHE vintage skirt featuring a multicolored floral and heart print inspired by the cut-out artworks of HENRI MATISSE. This skirt features : - White cotton ...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

1990 Yves Saint Laurent Green & Orange Plaid Silk 2 pc Dress w Poet Sleeves
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
This vintage 1990's Yves Saint Laurent 2 piece dress is in a gorgeous luxe green and orange red plaid silk. Both the skirt and the blouse can be worn with other pieces in your wardro...
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1990s European Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Black Wool Size Small 70s Wrap Maxi Skirt YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic, yet classic vintage late 70s YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche black wool wrap maxi skirt! Features an interior button with hook-and-eye closure. POCKETS at each side of the waist...
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1970s 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 Rive Gauche Skirt Suit, circa 1990
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Yves Saint Laurent France circa 1990 Magnificent skirt suit by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche.  100% Linen 3 pearly buttons on each sleeve and two at the waist to bend the jacket two pockets at the waist and two chest...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent & Stefano Pilati 2009 YSL Skirt (Spring 2009 Ready-to-Wear)
By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Yves Saint Laurent & Stefano Pilati 2009 YSL Skirt (Spring 2009 Ready-to-Wear) Stefano Pilati for YSL Collection: Spring 2009 Ready-to-Wear Country of product...
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Early 2000s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent YSL 1970s Mini Golden Bucket Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Yves Saint Laurent bag from the 1970s in gold leather and light brown silk shantung, interior in coordinated canvas closed by its 2 long handles also decorated with leather pompoms. ...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

YSL haute couture gold leather jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Viareggio, IT
Iconic YSL jacket in golden kid leather circa 1985. double-breasted jacket not screwed but straight .Gold bronze vessel buttons Black silk charmeuse lining. Crafted by YSL Haute Co...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Moiré cocktail dress . Circa 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent was a designer of the old manner who understood how to cut . His work is about perfection of line. The designer was all about how to work with a beautiful fabric....
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Leather Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Black silk and leather jacket. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR/38FR. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Shoulder w...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Red Leather Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) red leather bag with golden metal elements. To be mentioned, a part of the golden material on the metal is missing. Additional information: Con...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Black Leather Easy Y Boston Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Boston bag is an ergonomic creation that doesn't let you compromise on style. It not only looks timeless but also comes with a sleek and spacious interior to hold your everyday ...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Black shirt with gold print pattern and bow tie Yves Saint Laurent Variation
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black shirt with gold print pattern and bow tie. Gold button in the middle front and cuffs. FW 1991. No fabric description but could be silk SIZE 38 (Fr) M
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Raro Giubbotto YSL anni 80
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Viareggio, IT
bellissimo giaccone oversize anno 1987 YSL verde in raso abbottonatura doppia e tasche sul davanti, imbottitura a trapunta interna turchese. uscito nelle riviste di Vogue degli anni ...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Saint Laurent Sac de Jour Large size handbag strap in black grained leather
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, IDF
Superb​ ​YSL​ ​Envelope​ ​GM​ ​shoulder​ ​bag​ ​in​ ​black​ ​grained​ ​leather​ ​chevron,​ ​gold​ ​metal​ ​trim,​ ​metal​ ​shoulder​ ​strap​ ​single​ ​or​ ​lined Magnetic​ ​clasp Bl...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Yves Saint Laurent

2002 TOM FORD For YVES SAINT LAURENT tan embroidered runway jacket
By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, tan canvas peplum jacket with embroidery designed by Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent exactly as seen on the runway for Spring 2002. Labeled a French size 38 although this ...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Saharan Black Leather Top
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Black leather Saharan-style top. 50 size indicated but it fits better a 42FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Long Dark-Green Wool Cape
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Long dark-green wool cape with black trimmings. No size nor composition label, it fits a 36FR/38FR/40FR/42FR. Additional information: Condition...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage Black Yves Saint Laurent Wool Blazer Size IT 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
>Vintage black boucle wool blazer by Yves Saint Laurent. Circa 1990s. Satin trim throughout. Notched lapel. Three pockets. Button closures at front. 34" bust, 16" shoulder width, 23"...
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Early 20th Century French 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

YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage Cork brown patent leather small envelope clutch bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT Vintage Cork brown patent leather small envelope clutch bag Reference: CELG/A00408 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Material: Cork, Leather Color: Brown, Beige Pattern: S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Crochet Cape, 2006
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in Italy) Crochet cape with a black velvet tie. No size indicated, it is a single size. 2006 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Stefano...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage S/S 2002 Runway Black Mombasa Safari Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Spring Summer 2002 mombasa silk safari skirt, as seen on the runway. Features invisible side zip closure, sheer underlayer with woven silk overlay and...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Silk Foulard
By Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful and rare scarf from Yves Saint Laurent Silk Multicolored (green, blue, black) Red profiles Cm 83 x 86 (32,6 x 33,8 inches) Worldwide express shipping included in the price !
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Dress B/W Pinstripe Silk Blend YSL Rive Gauche 1990s Sz 46
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche pinstripe dress, likely made in the 1990s. Made from a wool/silk/rayon blend woven pinstripe fabric, it features button-f...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Black Velvet Ankle Boots Size 36
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Meticulously designed into a smart silhouette, these boots are on-point with style. They come with comfortable insoles and durable outsoles to last you forever. These boots are just ...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Black Leather and Patent Medium Easy Y Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Carry this gorgeous Saint Laurent creation wherever you go for convenience and style. Meticulously crafted from leather, this Easy Y has been styled with a large Y on the exterior an...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage F/W 2004 Black St Tropez Ruffled Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
YSL by Tom Ford black St Tropez ruffled bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 Rive Gauche. Features double Horn handle , adjustable strap, ruffled leather body magnetic button closure. YSL b...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage F/W 2004 Camel St Tropez Ruffled Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
YSL by Tom Ford camel St Tropez ruffled bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 Rive Gauche. Features double Horn handle , adjustable strap, ruffled leather body magnetic button closure. YSL b...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage F/W 2004 Caramel Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
YSL by Tom Ford Caramel Mombasa from the Spring/Summer 2004 Rive Gauche. Features double horns handle , adjustable strap, leather body, magnetic button closure., inner zip pocket. In...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

F/W 2002 Runway Silk Black Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Fall Winter 2002 black blouse, runway look 8. Features deep v-front, sheer pleat design allover, split flared cuffs, piped edges with small split cent...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage F/W 2004 Chocolate Brown St Tropez Ruffled Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
YSL by Tom Ford brown St Tropez ruffled bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 Rive Gauche. Features brown studs leather handle , adjustable strap, ruffled leather body magnetic button closur...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

F/W 2004 Runway Silk Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent silk jacket, runway look 7. Features army shoulder pads with ruching, multi-wear silhouette with a lapel that is able to buttoned up, invisible but...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage S/S 2002 Silk Brown Poncho with Fringe
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Spring Summer 2002 poncho from the Safari collection. Features fringe running along the hem and sheer open stitch detailing running in a vertical forma...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Vintage S/S 2002 Runway Brown Mombasa Silk Safari Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Spring Summer 2002 mombasa silk safari skirt, as seen on the runway - look 33. Features invisible side zip closure, sheer under layer with woven silk ...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent White Cotton Spiral Pleat Detail Belted Vest M
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Wrap yourself in refined style with the Yves Saint Laurent vest. Crafted from luxurious cotton, this vest features intricate spiral pleat detailing and a belted waist for a flatterin...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

1980s Saint Laurent Gold Leather Hip-Length Trench Coat w Matching Belt Tie
By Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Saint Laurent Gold Soft and Supple Leather Hip-Length Trench Coat In An Oversized Style w Matching Belt Tie: Large notched collar, banded cuffs, gathered sleeves. No closures ...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent

Black Yves Saint Laurent Embossed Platform Pumps Size 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Black embossed croc leather pointed-toe platform pumps by Yves Saint Laurent. 1.5" platform height, 4.5" heel height.
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21st Century and Contemporary European Yves Saint Laurent

Brown & Multicolor Yves Saint Laurent Snakeskin Pumps Size 38.5
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Brown and multicolor patchwork snakeskin pointed-toe pumps by Yves Saint Laurent. Bow velvet trim at tops. Stacked heels. 4" heel height.
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21st Century and Contemporary European Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Off White Croc Embossed Patent Leather Large Downtown Tote
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Carry everything you need in style thanks to this Yves Saint Laurent tote. Crafted from the best materials, this is an accessory that promises enduring style and usage.
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Black Yves Saint Laurent Platform Sandals Size 39
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Black leather Tribute platform heeled sandals by Yves Saint Laurent. Buckle closures at ankle straps. 1.5" platform height, 5.5" heel height.
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21st Century and Contemporary European Yves Saint Laurent

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Black Knit Floral Applique Tank Top
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black knit Yves Saint Laurent tank top. From the 1990s, this top features a scoop neckline, spaghetti straps, and a large black floral appliqué on one shoulder....
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

Brown Yves Saint Laurent Tribute Platform Sandals Size 39
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Brown leather Tribute platform heeled sandals by Yves Saint Laurent. Buckle closures at ankle straps. 1" platform height, 5.5" heel height.
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21st Century and Contemporary European Yves Saint Laurent

1980S YVES SAINT LAURENT Red & White Floral Silk Crepe De Chine Romantic Day Dr
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
1980S YVES SAINT LAURENT Red & White Floral Silk Crepe De Chine Romantic Day Dress
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1980s Yves Saint Laurent

YSL Fuchsia Textured Large Silk Scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL vintage fuchsia silk oversize scarf. Textured pattern silk, YSL embroidered logo. Minor stains, no label.
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

YSL Vintage Oversize Paisley Shawl
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL vintage large shawl in wool and silk combination. Multicolor paisley pattern. No label.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Spring/Summer 1995 Barbie Pink Gold Hearts Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Jersey City, NJ
A stunning vintage blazer from the Spring/Summer 1995 collection by Yves Saint Laurent. This classic jacket in vibrant Barbie pink wool boasts a subtly tailored fit, and the added st...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent

1983 Yves Saint Laurent Runway 3 piece Plaid Wool Skirt Blouse Sweater Outfit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
This is a documented Yves Saint Laurent vintage ensemble from the YSL Fall / Winter 1983 collection. This 3 piece vintage dress outfit includes a coor...
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1980s European Yves Saint Laurent

YSL Wool Flowers Red Blue Shawl
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
YSL vintage large shawl in wool and silk combination. Red and blue flower pattern. No label.
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent Gold Sun Buttons Black Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Vintage YSL black jacket with 3 gold color sun buttons at front and sleeves. no pockets, 100% wool. Size Appears to be France 42 and US 10, please ref...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint-Laurent 5 à 7 hobo bag in black calf leather, GHW
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, IDF
Trendy​ ​Yves​ ​Saint-Laurent​ ​5​ ​à​ ​7​ ​hobo​ ​bag​ ​in​ ​black​ ​calf​ ​leather​ ​embossed​ ​crocodile​ ​closed​ ​by​ ​a​ ​black​ ​leather​ ​tab​ ​decorated​ ​with​ ​brittle​ ​a...
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21st Century and Contemporary 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 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
    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
    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
    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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The difference between Yves Saint Laurent and Saint Laurent has to do with its branding. While the house of Yves Saint Laurent is still called by that name, Hedi Slimane’s ready-to-wear collection goes by Saint Laurent — but the logo for this collection specifies Saint Laurent Paris. On 1stDibs, you'll find authentic Saint Laurent pieces from trusted sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Yves Saint Laurent logo is ‘YSL’, a monogram of the founder’s name. The ‘S’ sits in the middle, linking the ‘Y’ and the ‘L’. You can find vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The original Yves Saint Laurent logo is an interlocking monogram designed by graphic designer Adolphe Jean Marie Mouron, who goes by the name Cassandre. In 2012 the brand changed its name, dropping the Yves and also changing the logo. Today’s Saint Laurent logo is a bold Neue Helvetica font “Saint Laurent” with the word “Paris” written beneath in a serif-style font. All letters are in uppercase. You’ll find a variety of Saint Laurent products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yves Saint Laurent is the name of the French fashion designer who founded the luxury fashion house in 1962. Today, his fashions remain beloved by collectors all around the world. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 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
    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
    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
    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.

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