Set
Brand
Yves Saint Laurent
(French, founded 1961)
Designer
Yves Saint Laurent
(1936 - 2008)
1969
Silk organza, satin, and taffeta
Gift of Stella Fischback
Object number75.108.9
In order to create this couture evening ensemble, Saint Laurent drew upon the same bohemian influences that inspired late 1960s anti-fashion. In his hands, humble patchwork becomes a cubist design of painterly silks, while bold colors and patterns work in harmony. Even the Duchess of Windsor embraced Saint Laurent’s hippie-chic patchwork, accessorizing her ensemble with real jewels and ladylike gloves.
DescriptionBlouse in silk organza printed with large floral pattern in orange, pink, aqua blue, kelly green, forest green and magenta purple / red; round neck piped with self fabric; long sleeves with 10 cm three self button cuffs, front of blouse lined with beige crinkled silk chiffon; 7 self button front closing. Ankle length skirt in patchwork of colorful satin and taffeta prints; 4.5 cm self waistband; side seam pockets with zipper closing in left pocket; lined with red silk taffeta.Collections
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