Yves Saint Laurent: 1970s -1980s Signature Styles

Tuxedo ensemble

The smoking (tuxedo) jacket is one of Yves Saint Laurent’s signature styles. In 1966 Saint Laurent transformed the male tuxedo to create a suit specifically for women, expanding the range of evening wear available.

This ensemble consists of the smoking (tuxedo) suit and a long, masculine coat.

Safari Look

A casual look combining Saint Laurent’s signature safari jacket and elegant velveteen pants.

Pantsuit

During the late 60s, Yves Saint Laurent actively designed trousers for women. He transformed trousers, initially worn by men, into a feminine look conveying elegance and class.

Daytime ensemble

Saint Laurent’s trousers are masculine and yet are designed with chic and elegant women in mind. These trousers are worn with a masculine double-breasted blazer, the bow blouse adding a feminine touch.

Daytime ensemble

An ensemble combining a Nep tweed suit and velvet skipper. The addition of velvet has added a modern twist to a classic style.

Daytime ensemble

An ensemble consisting of a classical blouse and skirt, with the belt on the wide yoke waist creating the visual effect of a corset.

Day time dress

A double-breasted daytime dress featuring masculine tailoring and a feminine, straight shift silhouette.

Long evening dress
A straight evening dress, the features of which are the bold slits under both arms and on the sleeves.。

Long evening dress

Different fabrics have been combined in this dress, the feature of which is the beautiful draping of the skirt.

Long evening dress

An evening dress featuring a bold backless design and a slit in the front.

Long evening ensemble

A straight silhouette ensemble consisting of a bolero and a long skirt, featuring red lining of the black bolero.

Collection video featuring models wearing vintage items mixed with today’s real clothes.