new 1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT gold leather heels - size 6.5
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
New old stock 1970s heels by Yves Saint Laurent in metallic gold leather.
new 1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT gold leather heels - size 6.5
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
New old stock 1970s heels by Yves Saint Laurent in metallic gold leather.
$1,108
Yves Saint Laurent boots
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in Italy) Black boots with golden lurex geommetrical pattern and ornamented with tiny rhinestones. Leather inside. Size 40 indicated. A Collection from the...
Yves Saint Laurent Brown Slingback Heels, Circa 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent brown slingback heels. Open toe, chunky high heel and rope trim along the vamp. Circa: 1975-1976 Yves Saint Laurent Leather Brown Marked Size 6.5 Made in ...
1970s Yves Saint Laurent Black Suede Pirate Boots
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
These are Circa's favourite boots and designed by Yves Saint Laurent in the late 1970s. Made with soft black suede and turned-over cuffs, finished with playful zig-zag ribbon work an...
Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Rare Russian Collection Burgundy Size 10 Booties Boots
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL maroon silk grosgrain size 10 high heel booties! From the infamous 1976 'Russian Collection,' which was the most celebrated collection Saint Laurent produ...
Saint Laurent Black Lambskin "Billy" Platform Boots by Anthony Vaccarello
By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
The iconic "Billy" platform boots by Saint Laurent, crafted in soft black lambskin. Originally a 1970s staple designed by Yves Saint Laurent, these boots were famously worn by muses ...
YSL Red Logo Print Platform Wedge Sandals US9, 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s era red silk wedges with jacquard YSL logo fabric. Mid height heel with ankle strap. Comfy and chic walking shoes to pair with your easy, breezy summer frocks. Never worn. Come...
Checkered Past A Visual Diary of the ’60s and ’70s Book by Peter Schlesinger
By Peter Schlesinger
Located in New York, NY
Auden, Christopher Isherwood, Paloma Picasso, Twiggy, Robert Mapplethorpe, Yves Saint Laurent, Manolo Blahnik, Celia Birtwell, and Rudolf Nureyev, among others.
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Vogue Paris, November 1963, Yves Saint Laurent
By Guy Bourdin
Located in London, GB
Guy Bourdin (1928-1991) was born in Paris. Louise Alexander Gallery is exclusively representing The Guy Bourdin Estate. A painter his entire life and a self-taught photographer, he ...
Silver Gelatin
Yves Saint Laurent YSLUnworn Silver Leather & PVC Strap Sandals, 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Munich, DE
These dark-silver smooth leather sandals feature a transparent PVC and leather strap, a buckle-fastening ankle strap, a soft square toe and a 2 cm - 0.8" platform. They have a golden...
YVES SAINT LAURENT Size 6 Black Velvet Gold Pillar Platform Angelique Sandals
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fabulous Angelique platform sandals by YVES SAINT LAURENT. A strappy velvet evening style from the archives inspired by the 1970's, this gorgeous shoe features a velvet box platform ...
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Brown Suede and Leather Bucket Shoulder bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent brown suede and leather bucket shoulder bag from the 1970s.
Fendi Floral Embossed Black Leather Top Handle Flapbag circa 1970s
By Fendi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It can also be styled with elegant Yves Saint Laurent shoes, a Prada leather dress, or a Bottega Veneta clutch for a refined and polished look, perfect for evening events or upscale ...
1970s Yves St Laurent Bird of Paradise runway shoes 8N
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
From the 1970s black silk ankle wrap strap heels…With the original Bird of Paradise feather attachments for the back of the straps(these are removable via a silk casement)…Beautiful ...
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Size: 9N (Best fits 8-8.5 N-M)
'Le Smoking' C.1990 Yves Saint Laurent Black Peau De Soie Tuxedo Shoes
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Atlanta, GA
Yves Saint Laurent is the master of creating a menswear look with a chic feminine twist.
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Size: Equivalent to a US ladies size 9
Yves Saint Laurent Women's Black Leather YSL Unisex Italian Loafers c 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in University City, MO
Yves Saint Laurent vintage women's black leather unisex loafers c 1970s The stylish Italian loafers are constructed with smooth black leather.
1970s Yves Saint Laurent Gold & Red Leather High Heel Sling-Back Sandals
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Gresham, OR
Fabulous, Disco-Ready, 1970s Yves Saint Laurent gold and red leather high heel sling-back sandals! Made in Italy, sized 9.5M.
Yves Saint Laurent Decorated Dark Brown Leather High Heel Boots Vintage 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Yves Saint Laurent dark brown leather high heel boots, vintage from the 1970s in very good pre-worn condition. Round toe boots have stacked leather heels. The decorative perforations...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Ruby Red Suede High Heel Platform Boots, late 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Munich, DE
Absolutely fabulous and rare late 1970s Yves Saint Laurent high heel boots. They represent the characteristic folkloristic style Yves Saint Laurent first showed in his iconic Fall/Wi...
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Size 7.5 Tortoise Brown + Black Patent Leather Wedges
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1970s / 70s YVES SAINT LAURENT Size 7.5 tortoise brown and black patent leather wrap around wedges sandals! These YSL beauties appear to have been worn just once or twic...
Yves Saint Laurent 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage pair Yves Saint Laurent high heeled sandals. US size 7.5. Pristine and previously unworn. No box.
Brand New Yves Saint Laurent Tribute Leather Platform Sandals
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These platforms sandals from the King, Yves Saint Laurent, are as blue as the Seine itself! Dark, mysterious blue leather actually has a "brushed on" effect when examined closely. ...
1970s Yves Saint Laurent Velvet Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rockwood, ON
This was purchased at one of my favorite vintage stores in LA--I'm cleaning out a little bit of YSL collection. So hard to part with this piece, and I especially love the pink satin ...
YSL Velvet Platform Sandals
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Vintage studio 54 style leather and velvet Yves Saint Laurent Sandals, size 35 1/2. Feature a snap style, which is well done, but I'm not sure if that is original-holds well. Great...
Yves Saint Laurent Black Suede Chunky Sandals
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
These vintage suede sandals are 1990's made, 1970's inspired, and are very courant. They have an open toe with a sling back and chunky 3" heel. The supple black suede is seasonless! ...
Victor Costa Strapless Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Alford, MA
One of Victor Costa's best designs, this strapless cocktail/evening dress is fashioned of white satin and black velvet alternating horizontal stripes with fitted bodice leading to an...
$795
Size: fits a petite 2-4
1976 YVES SAINT LAURENT Balle Russes collection burgundy velvet RUNWAY jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This 1976 Yves Saint Laurent runway jacket from the Balle Russes collection is made from rich burgundy velvet. The cut is simple and slightly boxy, with a cropped length, relaxed fit...
$2,500
Size: S (US 4 / IT 40)
Early 2000s Miuccia Prada-Era Miu Miu Suede Shirtdress in Chocolate Brown
By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This chocolate brown suede shirtdress in Size S (US4 / IT40) is an archival piece from Miu Miu’s early 2000s collection, designed under the razor-sharp vision of Miuccia Prada. The c...
$1,920Sale Price|20% Off
OSCAR DE LA RENTA 2019 Runway gold sequin fringe strapless midi dress US8 L
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OSCAR DE LA RENTA 2019 Runway black gold sequin fringe strapless midi dress US8 L Reference: CNPG/A00145 Brand: Oscar de la Renta Designer: Oscar De La Renta Collection: SS 2019 - Ru...
Vintage Art Deco Handbag
Located in London, GB
The best things do come in small sizes. This evening bag has a gold decorative frame, with a central clasp , and internally there is one pouch pocket. Measurements: Width 6'', height...
F/W 1994 John Galliano Runway Black Satin Double Breasted Oversized Pantsuit
By John Galliano
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible black satin John Galliano oversized suit. From the Fall/Winter 1994 collection, a version of this fabulous suit debuted on the season’s runway as Look 16, mo...
Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Fur Coat Circa 1980s Size 38 France
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful vintage Yves Saint-Laurent Fur Coat from the early 2000s. In very good condition. Label and monogramed silk interior. No size mentioned. Approximately a size 38. Width: ...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 / 8 Vintage Crimson Red Merlot 90s Silk Velvet Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely beautiful 1990s GIORGIO ARMANI COLLEZIONI crimson red silk velvet full length evening dress! Couture quality, with an amazing fit! Hidden interior weight on inner bust creat...
Rare Early Yves Saint Laurent Black Rhinestone Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage YSL knit top, with gorgeous rhinestones on each strap. Flattering fit, with incredible construction. In great condition. Approximately Size Small (lots of stretch) M...
Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cashmere blend mini dress with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. It is double breasted with a stand up lapel collar which frames the face beautifull...
Hermes Kelly Depeches 38 Briefcase Electric Blue Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes coveted Kelly Depeches 38 briefcase. Very rare in Electric Blue. Epsom leather with Palladium hardware. Two large accordion compartments. Front wall ha...
$120,900
H 8.5 in W 7 in D 2.5 in
Chanel 1997 Rare Vintage Crocodile Alligator Top Handle Micro Mini Kelly Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Chanel Vintage 90's Crocodile Alligator Top Handle Micro Mini Kelly Tote 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5” H x ...
$2,995Sale Price|32% Off
Size: FR40
$4450 New Yves Saint Laurent YSL Pre-Fall 2009 Heavy Wool & Mink Coat Sz FR40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Pre-Fall 2009 Brand New Without Tags $4450 Black Wool Mid/Long Coat FR40 Mink Collar, Mink Trim on Pockets & Mink Trimmed Belted Tie Two Front Large Pockets Butt...
Prada Taupe silk organza fairy pant suit, ss 2008
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada; Taupe silk organza pant suit with printed illustrations by James Jean. Loosely cut transparent blouse with black ribbon trim, choker, fabric button fastenings and caplet. Slim...
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.
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