Question 1

Where is Yves Saint Laurent from?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

What is Yves Saint Laurent’s logo?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

What yves saint laurent mean?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

How do you pronounce Yves Saint Laurent?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

What is Yves Saint Laurent famous for?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

What is Yves Saint Laurent’s style?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

What was Yves Saint Laurent known for?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

When was Yves Saint Laurent founded?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

Is Yves Saint Laurent an entrepreneur?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

Who designs for Yves Saint Laurent?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 11

What inspired Yves Saint Laurent?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 12

Who is Yves Saint Laurent owned by?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 13

What's the difference between Yves Saint Laurent and Saint Laurent?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 14

How do I authenticate an Yves Saint Laurent scarf?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 15

How do I authenticate an Yves Saint Laurent bag?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 16

How old is the Yves Saint Laurent company?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 17

Who designs Yves Saint Laurent menswear?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 18

Is Yves Saint Laurent a luxury brand?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Yves Saint Laurent is a luxury brand. Founded in 1962 by Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé, the brand is regarded as one of the foremost fashion labels in the 20th century.

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

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Question 19

How can I tell if Yves Saint Laurent is real?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 20

Which style is an innovation by Yves Saint Laurent?

Accepted Answer

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.

Paris By Yves Saint Laurent

1970s French Skirt Suits

Yves Saint Laurent Couture Chiffon Blouse and Skirt Numbered 39377 Circa 1975

1970s French Day Dresses

An Yves Saint Laurent Couture Fashion show Dress in Printed Taffeta - 1972

1970s French Summer Dresses

An Yves Saint Laurent Couture Summer Bohemian Set Numbered 43005 Circa 1976

1970s French Blouses

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche red polka dot damask blouse Circa 1976

1990s French Skirts

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Silk Plaid Maxi Wrap Sash Skirt Vintage YSL

1990s French Blouses

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Saharienne Blouse Circa 1995/2000

1960s French Skirt Suits

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture skirt-suit numbered 14539 Circa 1967/1970

1980s French Evening Dresses

An Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Coat Dress Numbered 29390 Circa 1970/1980

1980s French Opera Coats

An Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Oversize Caban Coat Numbered 60623 C. 1990

1970s French Skirt Suits

Printed challis Skirt suit by Yves Saint Laurent - Opera Ballets Russes A/W 1976

1980s French Evening Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Couture Evening Gown Lace and Satin n. 59501 Collection 1985

1990s French Blouses

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Blouse in gold lamé Circa 1990

1990s French Belts

Yves Saint Laurent Black Suede Belt With Gold Tone Accents and YSL Logo, 1990s

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Yves Saint Laurent by Robert Goossens 1980s Gold Rhinestone Brooch

1990s French Visite Jackets

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Navy Jacket Circa 1990

1970s French Skirts

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL 1976-77 Russian Collection Black Wool Velvet Skirt

21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

Saint Laurent Paris By Hedi Slimane Black Suede Jacket With Fringe 2015

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent by Robert Goossens 1980s Gold Rhinestone Large Earrings

Vintage 1980s French Artisan Drop Necklaces

YVES SAINT LAURENT Robert Goossens Diamante Jeweled Runway Necklace

Vintage 1960s French Choker Necklaces

Iconic gilt and glass collar, Yves Saint Laurent, 1960s

1980s French Twin Sets

An Yves Saint Laurent Evening Set in Golden Lurex muslin and feathers Circa 1980

1950s French Day Dresses

Iconic "Bonne conduite" dress in wool Yves Saint Laurent for Christian Dior 1958

2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Saint Laurent Red Leather Tri Quilt Monogram Envelope Shoulder Bag

1980s French Jackets

1980 s Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Vintage Multicolored Jacket

1970s French Coats

An Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Ballets Russes Collection Coat Circa 1976 - 1978

Vintage 1980s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Yves St.Laurent Paris smoky grey Heart brooch on the chain, rhinestones, 1990s

1950s French Dress and Coat Ensembles

1958 Autumn Winter Yves Saint Laurent for Dior Couture Evening Dress Jacket

21st Century and Contemporary European Books

Yves Saint Laurent Accessories

21st Century and Contemporary European Books

Yves Saint Laurent Accessories

1980s Prints and Multiples

Jeanloup Sieff Yves Saint-Laurent, Paris (1970) 1988- Poster, 1988

Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Books

Elsa Schiaparelli: Empress of Paris Fashion Forward by Yves Saint Laurent

1970s French Cropped Jackets

Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Vintage Russian Collection Black Jacket Collectible

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Posters

Yves Saint-Laurent Museum of Decorative Arts Original Vintage Poster

1950s French Hats

1950s Yves Saint Laurent for Christian Dior Black Feather Hat

Vintage 1950s French Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors

Miroir Brot Tryptich Mirror from the Yves Saint Laurent Shop, France

21st Century and Contemporary Pants

YSL Spring 2012 Silk Trousers

1970s French Evening Gowns

YSL Haute Couture Evening Dress

1970s French Burnous

Rare Iconic "Russian Collection" Kakhi Quilted Jacket

Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces

1980s Isadora Paris Elephant Galalith Novelty Necklace

Vintage 1980s French Necklace Enhancers

Nicolas Saint-Grégoire
Nicolas Saint Grégoire, Wesselmann Visage, Wall mounted light sculpture, 2011