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Yves Saint Laurent Catwalk

The Complete Haute Couture Collections 1962-2002

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Thames & Hudson Ltd

Published:6th Jun '19

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This book offers an in-depth look at the haute couture collections of Yves Saint Laurent, showcasing his innovative designs through stunning photography.

The Yves Saint Laurent Catwalk offers a thorough exploration of the legendary haute couture collections created by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé. Established in 1961, this iconic fashion house quickly rose to prominence, with Saint Laurent introducing revolutionary designs, such as the Le Smoking tuxedo suit for women in 1966. This publication captures the essence of the brand's creative journey, showcasing its impact on the fashion world through stunning original catwalk photography.

The book begins with a concise history of the fashion house, followed by an insightful biographical profile of Yves Saint Laurent himself. Each collection is meticulously organized chronologically, allowing readers to appreciate the evolution of Saint Laurent's work over the years. Short introductory texts accompany each collection, revealing the inspirations behind the designs and highlighting key moments in the brand's history.

Illustrated with a carefully curated selection of catwalk images, Yves Saint Laurent Catwalk features hundreds of breathtaking garments, intricate details, accessories, beauty looks, and set designs. The publication also pays homage to the top fashion models who brought these creations to life on the runway. A comprehensive reference section at the end of the book provides additional context, making this an essential resource for fashion enthusiasts and historians alike.

'This book is testament to the brilliant legacy [Yves Saint Laurent] left behind. As he said himself, fashions fade, style is eternal' - Daily Mail
'Features a unique and engaging cast, both behind and in front of the lens, from the 1850s and into the 21st century' - HUCK
'The book’s 1000 original runway photographs and text chronologically document not just the house's groundbreaking designs but also some of the magnificent locations, top models and most-interesting the press and public’s reactions to the collections, from the archives of Musée Yves Saint Laurent Paris' - Tatler
'A photographic encyclopaedia of one of the 20th century's greatest creators' - The Business of Fashion
'The first comprehensive overview of Yves Saint Laurent’s couture collections' - LOVE
'Forty years of haute couture design from the inimitable master who rewrote the high-fashion rules, starting with his first game-changing collection of 1962' - The Lady
'The infamous Catwalk book series, published by Thames & Hudson, are made up of the modern day fashion worshipper’s holy bibles ... The Catwalk books are extraordinary in mapping out fashion trajectories lost to the pre-digital age' - SHOWStudio

ISBN: 9780500022399

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 2780g

632 pages