Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 1980s Black Silk Blend Skirt Suit
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Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 1980s Black Silk Blend Skirt Suit – Made in France
A striking vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche two-piece skirt suit from the 1980s, combining sculptural volume with a beautifully defined waist. Crafted in black silk blend fabric with a fine horizontal ribbed texture and a subtle sheen, this elegant ensemble makes its statement through shape, proportion and carefully considered details.
The fitted jacket features a deep, collarless V-neckline and dramatic puff sleeves, with pleating at the sleeve heads creating pronounced volume through the shoulders and upper arms. Finishing just below the elbows with narrow cuffs, the sleeves balance the closely shaped body and give the jacket its distinctive silhouette. Contoured seams define the waist, while the hem flares gently over the hips for a soft peplum effect.
Three glossy black buttons fasten the front, and narrow tonal binding traces the neckline, front edges and softly rounded hem. These understated finishing details frame the jacket beautifully, allowing the sculptural sleeves and precise tailoring to take centre stage.
The matching skirt provides a sleek counterpart to the expressive jacket. Designed with a defined waistband, subtle shaping below the waist and a straight, gently tapered silhouette, it falls to an elegant knee-covering length on the mannequin. The finely textured fabric brings depth to the all-black palette, catching the light softly and highlighting the construction of both pieces.
Worn together, the suit creates a sophisticated look for evening events, gallery openings, special dinners or a vintage bridal wardrobe. Style it with pointed pumps, statement earrings and a small evening bag, or wear the pieces separately: the jacket with tailored trousers or dark denim, and the skirt with a silk blouse or fine knitwear.
A distinctive example of 1980s French designer dressing, bringing together dramatic shoulders, feminine shaping and the enduring elegance of black.
Size : M
Brand : Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Material : Silk blend
Colour : Black
Fabric : Finely ribbed texture with a subtle sheen
Style : Silk Costume
Measures :
Jacket :
Length : 57cm / 22.44''
Bust : 49cm / 19.29''
Waist : 41cm / 16.14''
Skirt :
Waist : 38cm / 14.96''
Length : 69cm / 27.16''
Condition : very good
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