Yves Saint Laurent

There are only a few iconic fashion designers and Monsieur Saint Laurent is one of them. Born in 1936, in Algeria, he had a wonderful childhood and at 3 years of age was already deciding whether his aunt was dressed well enough for certain occassions! He was a young man when he went to work as Christian Dior's assistant. Dior left his couture design house to Laurent. Yves Saint Laurent quickly knew he had to leave his imprint of style as Chanel and Balenciaga did. He most certainly did accomplish that and so much more for the fashion world. In his past interviews, his answers are so eloquent and thought-out. The young Yves Saint Laurent reminded me (now don't laugh!) of the actor Crispin Glover! They have that shyness about them, but are thinkers and their creative minds are out of this world. My comparison ends there!
Saint Laurent was known for his love of the androgynous look. He noted the confidence men had in their clothes and wanted to give women that chance in his designs. His trouser and suit designs for women were shockingly feminine and were quickly a success. His love of colors came when he visited Morocco, where he now resides. He never had anything plannned out for a design. He thought of a woman's face, and from there his drawings flowed. Most of the time he could complete a season collection in only 2 weeks. Here are a few outfits from his Fall 2007 collection. Note the classic little black dress and the feminity of the women's suits. I am a big fan of this living legend and have such an appreciation for everything he has brought to the design world.