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Founded in France in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent revolutionized women's fashion from the 1960s, establishing itself as a pillar of Parisian luxury. A master of elegance and modernity, Saint Laurent drew inspiration from art and culture, introducing iconic pieces such as the women's tuxedo. His bold and sophisticated…

Also under the label Yves Saint Laurent

Creative directors

Who designed each line of the house, and when. The years are those of our sources.

Creative direction

Yves Saint Laurent
Stefano Pilati
Anthony Vaccarello

Haute couture

Yves Saint Laurent

Women

Men

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  • Yves Saint Laurenthaute couture 1961–2002 · house 1966–1998
  • Hedi Slimanemen 1997–2000 · house 2012–2016
  • Alber Elbazwomen 1998–2000
  • Tom Fordhouse 2000–2004
  • Stefano Pilatihouse 2004–2012
  • Anthony Vaccarellohouse 2016–2026

Sources

  1. fr.wikipedia.org — Yves Saint Laurent (entreprise) — accessed 27 October 2026
  2. en.wikipedia.org — Yves Saint Laurent (designer) — accessed 27 October 2026
  3. fr.wikipedia.org — Hedi Slimane — accessed 27 October 2026
  4. en.wikipedia.org — Alber Elbaz — accessed 27 October 2026
  5. en.wikipedia.org — Tom Ford — accessed 27 October 2026
  6. fr.wikipedia.org — Stefano Pilati — accessed 27 October 2026
  7. en.wikipedia.org — Hedi Slimane — accessed 27 October 2026
  8. thenationalnews.com — anthony vaccarello exits saint laurent after a decade — accessed 27 October 2026

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