About the Brand
Yves Saint Laurent SAS, also known as Saint Laurent, is a French luxury fashion house founded by Yves Saint Laurent and his partner Pierre Bergé in 1961. The brand is credited with popularizing the "Le Smoking" tuxedo for women and the safari jacket.
Under the creative direction of various designers including Hedi Slimane and Anthony Vaccarello, the brand has maintained a rock-and-roll chic aesthetic. Its product lines include high-end ready-to-wear, leather goods, footwear, and iconic handbags like the Loulou and Sac de Jour.
Key Facts
Founded
1961
Headquarters
France
Product Type
Unisex
Data updated: 2025