Fall 1982 Vintage Black Silk and Velvet Dress

Yves Saint Laurent

Fall 1982 Vintage Black Silk and Velvet Dress
Size 38 — fits 36 / S

A striking and unmistakably elegant Fall 1982 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche black dress, beautifully balancing sensuality and structure. Cut in a fluid black silk with a dramatic deep velvet plunge neckline, this piece captures the sophisticated glamour and theatrical refinement that defined Saint Laurent’s vision of eveningwear in the early 1980s.

The silhouette is exceptionally flattering: softly gathered under the bust, shaped through the waist, and falling into a fluid skirt with graceful movement. The contrast between the lustrous silk and the matte richness of the velvet creates a refined depth, while the delicate ruffle framing the neckline adds a romantic, expressive touch. Subtle shoulder pads give the upper line just enough presence, lending the dress that unmistakable Saint Laurent authority without sacrificing softness or femininity.

This design was presented on the runway for Yves Saint Laurent Fall/Winter 1982, where it embodied the collection’s signature tension between allure, drama, and Parisian polish. It was also worn by Catherine Deneuve for Vogue magazine, adding an exceptional layer of fashion and cultural provenance. As one of Saint Laurent’s most enduring muses, Deneuve perfectly represented the house’s ideal of effortless elegance, making this piece especially resonant within the designer’s history.


Pristine condition.
Details
• Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
• Fall/Winter 1982
• Black silk and velvet dress
• Deep velvet V neckline
• Ruffled front detail
• Small shoulder pads
• Made in France
• Runway design from the Fall/Winter 1982 collection
• Worn by Catherine Deneuve for Vogue magazine

Materials
• Velvet cotton
• Silk
Size
• Tagged EU 38
• Fits approximately US 6 / S -

Measurements

• Shoulders: 39 cm / 15.2 in

• Armpits: 46 cm / 18 in

• Waist: 34 cm / 13.5 in

• Sleeves: 60 cm / 23.5 in

• Back length: 102 cm / 40 in

Shipped from France