“Worth Doucet, Poiret, Vionnet, Chanel, Schiaparelli, Grès, Dior, Balenciaga, Courrèges, Cardin, Saint Laurent, Lacroix, Gaultier, Alaïa….These geniuses could boast how haute couture’s precision was an architectural tool that the standardized prêt-à-porter industry could not… Continue reading
“I couldn’t do a show without those golden years, but I wanted to take that further.” Anthony Vaccarello said about Yves Saint Laurent’s years of partying and debauchery, the source of inspiration… Continue reading
Anthony Vaccarello played it safe at yesterday’s show under his artistic direction with 80s silhouettes and bouffant dresses. These shoes are probably the most iconic piece of the collection, highlighting the return… Continue reading
Olivier Saillard curates Anatomy of a Collection, an exhibition running until 16 October at Palais Galliera Musée de la mode in Paris. Saillard is probably one of the most innovative and brilliant French… Continue reading
And it doesn’t feature clothes! Sober black and white portraits of individuals, crossed out with the words “Saint Laurent” this is Anthony Vaccarello’s first ad campaign for the brand. For this project, fifteen… Continue reading
Hedi Slimane’s leaving the iconic Saint Laurent with a big bang. He’s recruited fashion icon Jane Birkin for what is probably his last campaign. Following his black and white signature style, Jane is… Continue reading
The rumours were true, Hedi Slimane is leaving Yves Saint Laurent. As a result this week, Pinault’s company Kering have (finally) confirmed Belgian designer Anthony Vaccarello as the brand’s new creative director. “I am extremely grateful for… Continue reading
Amid rumours of Hedi Slimane’s departure, the YSL Fondation recently announced two new museums set to open in 2017 to honour the work of iconic French couturier, with the first located at… Continue reading
In March 2012, Hedi Slimane returned to fashion to lead the artistic direction of Yves Saint Laurent. He renamed the brand shortly after to Saint Laurent, modernising all aspects of the house, from… Continue reading
