First off, let’s just acknowledge the obvious: YSL? Freaking ICON. I mean, seriously, the man basically rewrote the rulebook on what women could wear. Forget demure little dresses, Saint Laurent was all about power dressing, giving women the confidence to rock a suit like nobody’s business. I’m talking about Le Smoking, people! That menswear-inspired tuxedo? Genius! Vogue Australia knows what’s up. Talk about making a statement! And honestly, who doesn’t wanna look like they own the room?
But YSL wasn’t just about power suits. The dude had range. Like, HUGE range. He was obsessed with other cultures, and you could see that in his designs. Farfetch UK is right – African, Russian, you name it. He wasn’t afraid to draw inspiration from all over the globe, which, let’s be real, is way more interesting than sticking to the same old tired trends. This guy wasn’t afraid to mix it up and that’s what made him stand out from the crowd.
And speaking of standing out, let’s not forget the impact he made at Dior. Apparently, he started there pretty young. Imagine being 17 and working at Christian Dior! I mean, I was probably still trying to figure out eyeliner at that age. (Still am, tbh.) But seriously, that’s how he got his start and eventually became chief. Big deal, right? But I wonder, what was it like to be at Christian Dior back then? Must have been super interesting and high-end.
One thing I always loved about YSL was his use of color. He wasn’t afraid to be BOLD. Androgynous designs with a splash of color? Yes, please! Makes everything pop, doesn’t it? It’s like, he understood that fashion should be FUN, not just some stuffy, boring thing you wear because you *have* to.
Neiman Marcus said he introduced trends and silhouettes that still resonate today… I think it’s pretty true. I mean, who *hasn’t* seen a safari jacket or thigh-high boots making a comeback? YSL was ahead of his time, and honestly, his influence is still felt today.