1976 Documented Yves Saint Laurent Ballet Russes Quilted Red Gilet Couture_Gown April 1974

April 1974

We're leaning more towards these being from spring 1996 on account of the button design for that entire collection matching this pair

In good to very good vintage condition for a dress which we are sure has been to one or two grand parties over its exciting life

and has sloped front pockets which create a more feminine fitted silhouette

Belgium lace incorporated floral and leaf patterns into the intricate designs and it is reputed to be called princess lace because the Belgium Royal Family used it

1976 Documented Yves Saint Laurent Ballet Russes Quilted Red Gilet Couture_Gown April 1974This vibrant red gilet jacket was created by Yves Saint Laurent for the brands beloved Fall 1976 collection and for his Rive Gauche label, a reference to Pariss younger and trendier left bank. The ready to wear collection echoed the haute couture line which was titled Opras Ballets Russes. The New York Times described it as A revolutionary collection that will change the course of fashion in the world. In 1992, Yves Saint Laurent named this show as