1970s Wool Tweed Cape in Burnt Sienna Melange

Yves Saint Laurent
1970s Wool Tweed Cape in Burnt Sienna Melange

Size M

Made in France
A truly rare and striking archival piece, this 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche cape is a sublime expression of the designer’s mastery of shape, volume, and texture.
Cut from a richly textured wool tweed in a warm, earthy palette of burnt sienna, rust, moss green, and ochre flecks, this cape evokes the romantic spirit of the decade while maintaining an effortlessly tailored silhouette.

Its swing shape drapes gracefully from the shoulders, with a full, flared hem that moves with elegance and ease. A button-down front and neat rounded collar lend a sense of structured polish, while the generous cut provides warmth without compromising on refinement. The woven wool has a rustic tactility reminiscent of traditional Donegal tweed, elevated through YSL’s unmistakable Parisian lens.

This piece is unlined and has no composition label, in keeping with authentic garments of the period. It was made in France and bears the classic Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche label, signaling its origin in the ready-to-wear line that revolutionized modern womenswear. A collector's dream and a powerful outerwear statement.

Details:
• Designer: Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
• Decade: 1970s
• Origin: Made in France
• Material: Wool tweed (no composition tag, typical of vintage pieces)
• Color: Burnt orange-brown with flecks of green, yellow, and red
• Design: Full-length cape with button front closure and rounded collar
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal wear; no notable flaws

Measurements (taken flat):
• Armpit to armpit (across front): 84 cm / 33 in
• Back length (from under collar): 115 cm / 45 in
• Size: Estimated M – due to the nature of the cut, it can accommodate a range of sizes (S to L)

Shipped from France