Evening ensemble
Design House Yves Saint Laurent French
Designer Yves Saint Laurent French, born Algeria
Not on view
This robelike coat makes direct reference to voluminous evening coats from the golden age of postwar haute couture by designers such as Christian Dior and Cristobal Balenciaga. Saint Laurent’s version of heavy silk faille merges the sumptuous romanticism of Dior with the sculptural drama of Balenciaga. With a bias collar extending into front ties, the design of this coat echoes the kimono’s drooping neckline and draped backside.
On view from October 22, 2022–February 20, 2023
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