Brand Story
Discover the Saint Laurent official online store. Explore the latest collections of handbags, ready to wear, shoes, leather goods and accessories for men and women.
Excerpted from the brand's official website.
Timeline
- 1961
Founded by Yves Saint Laurent
After leaving Dior, Yves Saint Laurent opens his own house with partner Pierre Bergé.
- 1966
Le Smoking tuxedo for women
YSL's tuxedo for women — Le Smoking — revolutionizes women's eveningwear.
- 1999
Gucci Group acquires YSL
Tom Ford takes ready-to-wear creative direction, sparking controversy with Yves.
- 2012
Saint Laurent Paris under Hedi Slimane
Hedi Slimane drops "Yves" from the brand name; rock-and-roll rebranding becomes massively profitable.
- 2016
Anthony Vaccarello era
Vaccarello takes over, continuing Slimane's silhouettes while expanding leather and tailoring.