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Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

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 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 Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Ruby Red Velvet Smock Coat, 1970’s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lush & lovely! Every sensory perception is stimulated by this gorgeous Yves Saint Laurent coat! The design starts with a rich ruby red heavy weight velvet fabric and moves on to a s...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT Black Silk Dress with Marabou Feather Trim
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black crepe silk mini dress with marabou feather trim and satin bow designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the late 1970's. Labeled a French size 38. Approximate measurements: shou...
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Mid-20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Long Silk Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) High waist silk skirt with a front slit. Indicated size 42FR, but it fits a size 36FR. No composition tag. Additional information: Dimensions:...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Pink Linen Top
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A pretty pink vintage top by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. The top has a scoop neckline and double layer cap sleaves. Size 38 Measurements: Bust up to 37'', length 21''
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

YVES SAINT LAURENT dark purple satin red sole sandal heels EU38
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT dark purple satin red sole sandal heels EU38 Reference: GIYG/A00376 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Material: Satin Color: Purple Pattern: Solid Closure: Ankle Strap Lin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

YVES SAINT LAURENT Tribute cobalt blue suede fringe chain platform EU37.5
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT Tribute cobalt blue suede fringe chain platform EU37.5 Reference: GIYG/A00375 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Model: Tribute Ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1987 Yves Saint Laurent YSL Silk Printed Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL blue silk dress featuring bow print, boat neck, long sleeves, belted waist, keyhole detail to the rear and mid-length. Circa 1987 See attached spring-summer ...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

YVES SAINT LAURENT red patent peep toe platform slingback heels EU36.5
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT red patent peep toe platform slingback heels EU36.5 Reference: CELE/A00003 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Material: Patent Leath...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

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 Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Leather Jacket Size 56FR
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent Leather Jacket Soft buttery black leather with aged silver zippers. Detailing to the hem, side panels and back ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent x Tom Ford 2003 Black Silk Tie Up Panelled Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Collector's dream, unworn with tags vintage Yves saint Laurent x Tom Ford AW03 skirt. Look 15 on the runway. Bought from Brown Thomas for €1995 at the time and new with tag and sp...
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2010s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1960's YVES SAINT LAURENT rust 'saharienne' safari tunic
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, rust twill 'saharienne' safari tunic from Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1960's. Buttons up front. No size labeled although this would best fit a US 2-4. Approximate me...
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ruched Bodice Strapless Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous 1980s Yves Saint Laurent Variation label strapless dress in a black chiffon silk. The bodice and waist are ruched and the skirt if full and sheer. It is the original of so...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent 1990 Glass Bead Leather Cropped Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From the Spring Summer 1990 Yves Saint Laurent Collection, our Yves Saint Laurent Glass Beaded Leather Cropped Jacket is straight from the r...
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1990s Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

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

Yves Saint Laurent Multicolored Cotton Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Multicolored cotton blouse. Size 40FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulder width: 43 cm Chest: 48 cm Sleeve length: 65 cm Length: 67...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1976 YVES SAINT LAURENT Russian collection brown velvet jacket with black trim
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rich brown, velvet jacket with black woven wool trim designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to fall of 1976 as seen on the runway. Jacket has full sleeves and slits a front his. Jack...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Vintage Pink Saint Laurent 1970s Tunic Top Size FR 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Vintage pink tunic top by Saint Laurent. Circa 1970s. Stand collar. Long sleeves. Button closures at front neck. 40" bust, 20" shoulder width, 30" length.
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1970s European Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1978 YVES SAINT LAURENT tan safari RUNWAY jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Tan, lighter-weight, cotton safari jacket with fitted band at hip and large chest pockets designed by Yves Saint Laurent rive gauche dating to 1978 exactly as seen on the spring runw...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Sheer Black Chiffon Blouse with Flower Print
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Sheer black chiffon blouse with flower print. Size 38FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Chest: 48 cm Length: 65 cm Condition: Very good...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1977 YVES SAINT LAURENT blue corduroy peasant RUNWAY jacket with red trim
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Blue, corduroy peasant jacket with deep red rope trim, tie closure and tassels designed by Yves Saint Laurent as seen on the spring 1977 runway. French size 40 however it best fits a...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1976 YVES SAINT LAURENT Russian collection burgundy velvet jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rich burgundy, velvet jacket with black woven wool trim designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to fall of 1976 as seen on the runway. Jacket has full sleeves and slits a front his. J...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Blouse in Woolen Stamen
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Blouse in woolen stamen. Size 40FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulder width: 40 cm Chest: 50 cm Sleeve length: 60 cm Length: 65 cm...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Purple Black Gold Knit Wrap Sweater Top/ Shirt
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1970s Yves Saint Laurent knit wrap sweater in purple, black and metallic gold. Unlined with side tie closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust measures 29-35" (unstret...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Silk blouse. Size 36FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulder width: 38 cm Chest: 47 cm Sleeve length: 33 cm Length: 58 cm Condition: ...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

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

1979 YVES SAINT LAURENT bright Ikat sweater coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Multi-colored, Ikat patterned, woven wool sweater coat with patch pockets designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to fall of 1979. Labeled a French size 42. Approximate measurements (...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Rare 1970s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Long Black Wool Maxi Vest or Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sparks, NV
Rare and iconic vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 1970s black wool button up maxi vest or dress from the estate of Pamela Lewis (Jerry Lewis/ Gary Lewis). Can be worn as either ...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1980's YVES SAINT LAURENT black cotton parka with oversized curly lamb hood
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare black cotton coat with oversized curly lamb fur hood, 3-D pockets, drawstring waist and quilted lining designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1980's. No size is indic...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Navy Blazer Skirt Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent navy skirt suit, most probably from the spring / summer 1995 ready to wear collection. We have referenced an almost identical suit ...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Multicolor Top/ Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent (Made in France) Multicolor top. Indicated size 36FR. No composition tag. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulders: 42 cm (16.53") Bust: 52 cm (20.47") Sl...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Ruched Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent Silk Ruched Dress Black, sleeveless dress with ruching throughout. Additional information: Size – 38FR Composition- Silk Condition – Very Good
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2010s Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Multicolored Silk Shirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Multicolored silk shirt. Marked size 40FR, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulder width: 45 cm Chest: 59 cm Sleeve lengt...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Blouse in Cotton Cheesecloth and Chiffon
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Blouse in cotton cheesecloth and chiffon lining. No size or composition label, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulder wid...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1992 Runway Yves Saint Laurent Tartan Wool Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Documented Yves Saint Laurent tartan woolen jacket from the autumn / winter 1992 Ready to Wear Runway Show and model on the catwalk by Betty Prado...
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1990s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Blouse/ Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Silk blouse. No size or composition label, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulder width: 38 cm Chest: 50 cm Sleeve lengt...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Moorish print challis knife pleated skirt 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche moorish print challis knife pleated skirt from the 1970s. Rich colour printed, fine wool fabric, in shades of purple, green, red and amber. Sh...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1960's YVES SAINT LAURENT violet purple brushed wool coat with braided trim
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Dramatic, violet-purple, brushed-wool coat with black braided trim and toggle buttons from Yves Saint Laurent dating to the late 1960's. Coat has an A-line shape. Labeled a French si...
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Red Blazer
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your style with this striking Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Red Blazer, a classic women's blazer with a twist of 1980s flair. This statement piece features a structured collar, ce...
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1980s Italian Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1974 YVES SAINT LAURENT black jersey gown with soutache trim
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black, jersey gown with bands of soutache trim and cording designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to 1974. Dress features a square neckline, empire waistline with adjustable tasse...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Brown Cotton Shirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Brown cotton shirt. No size indicated, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulder width: 41 cm Chest: 52 cm Sleeve length: 5...
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1960s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

2014 SAINT LAURENT single breasted houndstooth wool runway coat
By Yves Saint Laurent, Hedi Slimane
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black and off-white houndstooth woven wool overcoat by Saint Laurent dating to fall of 2014. Same coat seen on the runway . French size 40. Approximate measurements: 40" bust, 46" h...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Saint Laurent Denim Jacket & Trousers
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Saint Laurent Denim Jacket & Trousers Denim blazer jacket with contrasting stitching, button closure and cuffs. Flap pockets and vented re...
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21st Century and Contemporary Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Blue Floral Drop Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage floral Yves Saint Laurent blue cotton smock dress with a drop waist and knit tie front. The dress features a boat neck, blouson sle...
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20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1979 YVES SAINT LAURENT black satin kimono jacket with gold seashell embroidery
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black, satin kimono jacket with metallic-gold seashell embroidery designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to 1979. Labeled a French 40 however this fits many sizes due to the oversized...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Shoes Summer 2018, Size 41
By Hedi Slimane for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent- (Made in Italy) Leather and black feather pumps. Size 41EU. Summer 2018 collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Heel height:...
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2010s Italian Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

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 Clothing

1980's YVES SAINT LAURENT sequined dress with ruched bodice
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black, sequined dress with ruched bodice and velvet straps designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1980's. Labeled a French size 40. Approximate measurements: bust 34", waist 28...
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Late 20th Century French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

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

Yves Saint Laurent Sheer Chiffon Shirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Sheer chiffon shirt. No size label, it fits a 36FR. To note, the armpits are discolored. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulder width: 40...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress with Black Silk Belt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Haute Couture silk dress with black silk belt. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR. Collection Haute Couture 1969/70. Additional information: Dim...
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1970s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Vintage Yves Saint Lauren Rive Gauche Cereal Print Skirt Set, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Yves Saint Lauren Rive Gauche two-piece skirt set. Decorated with metallic effect cereal print in orange and brown hues. Gold tone button closure. Additional information: Co...
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20th Century European Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Brown and black jacquard single breasted jacket Yves Saint Laurent Variation
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown and black jacquard single breasted jacket . No fabric composition but probably rayon. Shoulder pads. SIZE 44 (Fr) 14 (Fr) L
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Little black dress FR36
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress in black wool jersey, round collar closed with 3 buttons on the shoulder and smooth velvet yoke on the upper bust and shoulders, straight cut wit...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

1982 YVES SAINT LAURENT abstract printed silk RUNWAY top and skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Abstract printed silk top and matching skirt trimmed in black velvet from Yves Saint Laurent dating to fall of 1982 exactly as seen on the runway. Also great worn as separates. Top i...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

S/S 2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Leather Strapless Bandage Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black leather Yves Saint Laurent mini dress, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 2001 collection, this chic strapless dress is constructed entirely of ...
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Early 2000s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent White Cotton Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A wonderful white skirt for Fall, by Yves Saint Laurent, variation line. The skirt is in a thick white cotton, and has a wide waistband, zip opening on the left hand side and a pocke...
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1980s French Yves Saint Laurent Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent clothing for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Yves Saint Laurent clothing 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 Thierry Mugler appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Yves Saint Laurent clothing from top boutiques around the world. Yves Saint Laurent clothing prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $88 and tops out at $173,163, while the average work can sell for $895.
Questions About Yves Saint Laurent Clothing
  • 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
    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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
    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.
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    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
    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 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
    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 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
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yes, Yves Saint Laurent is a luxury brand. Founded in 1962 by Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé, the brand is regarded as one of the foremost fashion labels in the 20th century.

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

    Shop a large collection of vintage Yves Saint Laurent from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.

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