INFORMATION
Author(s): Emma Baxter-Wright
Print length: 160 pages
Dimensions: 12.7 x 19.05 cm
Format: Hardcover
Price: 499.000 VND
Weight: 363 g
Publisher: Hachette
Publication year: 2021
INTRODUCTION
"Little Book of Yves Saint Laurent" by Emma Baxter-Wright is a succinct, beautifully illustrated homage to one of fashion’s most revolutionary designers. The book chronicles the iconic legacy of Yves Saint Laurent, capturing six decades of courageous innovation, artistry, and cultural impact. From his early life in Algeria, creating miniature garments, YSL’s journey leads through being Christian Dior's protégé to founding his own couture house in 1961, and then redefining women’s fashion with daring silhouettes and gender-challenging designs.
Throughout its 160 pages, the book highlights signature creations such as "Le Smoking" (the famous trouser suit), bold use of colour and texture, the pioneering leather jacket, and theatrical couture shows that elevated fashion to spectacle. It also delves into how Yves Saint Laurent bridged tradition and modernity: harnessing heritage craftsmanship while pushing boundaries in design, gender norms, and artistic expression.
Visually rich and accessible, "Little Book of Yves Saint Laurent" is ideal for fashion lovers, students, stylists, collectors, or anyone inspired by style and the power of brand legacy. It offers both inspiration and insight—how iconic items are born, how design evolves, and how fashion can reflect and shape culture.
