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Yves Saint Laurent: The Scandal Collection, 1971 Hardcover – Illustrated, March 7, 2017

by Olivier Saillard (Author), Dominique Veillon (Author)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 721 ratings
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Yves Saint Laurent: The Scandal Collection, 1971 offers a behind-the-scenes look at the influential collection that “drew fire in the fashion world”—from the collection’s inspiration to the press coverage that followed.

“His inspiration was drawn from World War II and the Occupation, he showed couture looks that included square shoulders, knee-length skirts, platform heels and simple patterned dresses . . . What Saint Laurent was doing, of course, was blurring the line between couture and ready-to-wear.” —New York Times

On January 21, 1971, couturier Yves Saint Laurent presented his spring-summer haute couture collection. Inspired by the garments of the war years, the collection included short dresses, platform shoes, square shoulders, and exaggerated makeup. The show caused an outrage among the public, the critics, and the press alike, earning it the title of “Paris’s ugliest collection.” Nevertheless, the haute couture designs of the runway made their way to the boulevards, giving full sway to the “retro” trend that quickly conquered the streets.

Beautifully illustrated and documented with well-researched essays curated by Olivier Saillard and Dominique Veillon, this book is enriched with personal interviews and archival photographs of the “scandalous” show, the models, the designs, and the textile and print samples, as well as sketches and international press clippings.

Saint Laurent was one of France’s most prominent fashion designers. From his work at Dior to the time of his founding his eponymous YSL fashion label in 1962 to his death in 2008, his work was a force in an industry full of big names and successful houses. In 1985, fashion historian Caroline Milbank wrote, “The most consistently celebrated and influential designer of the past twenty-five years, Yves Saint Laurent can be credited with both spurring the couture’s rise from its 1960s ashes and with finally rendering ready-to-wear reputable.” He developed his style to accommodate the changes in fashion during that period. He approached his aesthetic from a different perspective by helping women find confidence by looking both comfortable and elegant at the same time.

For those who admire Saint Laurent’s life and work, for historians looking back at key moments in fashion history, and for designers looking for inspiration, this book and the work it displays will be a resource that will be referred to again and again.
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  6. ISBN-10
    1419724657
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Olivier Saillard is the director of the Palais Galliera, Museum of Fashion, and the curator of the Yves Saint Laurent 1971: The Scandal Collection exhibition.

Dominique Veillon is a historian.

Pierre Bergé is president of the Pierre Bergé–Yves Saint Laurent Foundation.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Abrams Books; Illustrated edition (March 7, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1419724657
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1419724657
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.8 x 1 x 11.15 inches
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5.0 out of 5 stars Just as beautiful as you would expect!
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Beautiful book. Incredible reference. Great for any library or coffee table.
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5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT DECOR PEICE
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Purchased this book to display as a great decor piece. Adds a nice touch especially placed next to like book(brands). Whether stand alone or paired this book is a nice addition to a modern setting. I would definitely recommend this book for purchase. Fast shipping and arrived in perfect condition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bold & Stylish
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2023
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Beautiful book on YSL, packed with lovely photos. If you love YSL, I think you’ll love this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome coffee table book!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great!
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5.0 out of 5 stars loved this!!!
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The book is a little smaller than I thought but still a cute decor piece nonetheless. I thought it was super informational as well! I loved the images and am not sure why people were complaining. I mean it may not be the best or most thorough per say but still pretty good if you loved this period of time in fashion. Also am OBSESSED with the quote on the back: "What do I want to do? Shock people. Make them stop and think."
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I loved the front cover and how the book itself is black. The content is not as great but perfect for coffee book decor. It’s a así good size
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I loved the front cover and how the book itself is black. The content is not as great but perfect for coffee book decor. It’s a así good size
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5.0 out of 5 stars Muy lindo
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Nat Olin
5.0 out of 5 stars Libro muy interesante
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Recomiendo el libro para los amantes de la moda creada por Yves Saint Laurent.Este libro se centra en la colección que realizo en 1971 y que fue muy polémica porque su inspiración fueron los años 40 ( segunda Guerra Mundial,) con lo que de traumático tuvo para la memoria colectiva de los franceses la ocupación alemana.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bello ed interessante
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Un libro che per gli amanti della storia della moda non può mancare. Foto bozzetti appunti del grande maestro. Bello bello!
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5.0 out of 5 stars As expected
Reviewed in Germany on December 9, 2021
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Good quality printing
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Guilherme Trajano
5.0 out of 5 stars Extremamente ilustrado
Reviewed in Brazil on August 10, 2020
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Livro excelente sobre a coleção mais importante de Yves Saint Laurent. O livro possui muitas imagens, maioria em preto e branco, fotografias de todas as peças da coleção, há também imagens dos croquis e das amostras de tecido.
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Reviewed in Brazil on August 10, 2020
Livro excelente sobre a coleção mais importante de Yves Saint Laurent. O livro possui muitas imagens, maioria em preto e branco, fotografias de todas as peças da coleção, há também imagens dos croquis e das amostras de tecido.
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