SS 1970 Beige Linen-Cotton Belted Shirt Dress

Yves Saint Laurent  Rive Gauche
SS 1970 Beige Linen-Cotton Belted Shirt Dress
Size 36 fits XS to M

A beautifully restrained Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress from the spring summer 1970 collection combining the ease of utilitarian dressing with the refined proportions characteristic of Saint Laurent’s ready-to-wear vocabulary. Cut in a long, fluid shirt-dress silhouette, the piece is shaped by a detachable self-fabric belt that gathers the otherwise relaxed body at the waist, allowing it to be worn either softly defined or more loosely.

The dress is constructed from a textured beige linen and cotton blend with a dry, natural hand. A narrow stand collar frames the neckline, while the half-length button placket gives the front a clean, almost tunic-like appearance. Long sleeves finish with buttoned cuffs, and two large patch pockets sit low on the skirt, reinforcing the understated military influence. Subtle side openings at the hem introduce additional movement to the long silhouette.

The simplicity of the construction is particularly effective: muted natural coloration, tactile fabric and functional details are balanced by an elegant elongated line.
CONDITION

Great overall condition. Light signs of wear consistent with age.

DETAILS

• Brand: Yves Saint Laurent

• Line: Rive Gauche

• Spring Summer 1970

• Item type: Belted shirt dress

• Color: Beige / taupe

• Material: Linen and cotton blend

• Made in: France

• Size on tag: 36 fits XS to M 

• Collar: Narrow stand collar

• Closure: Partial front button placket

• Sleeves: Long sleeves with buttoned cuffs

• Pockets: Two large front patch pockets

• Waist: Detachable self-fabric belt

• Silhouette: Relaxed straight cut with adjustable belted waist

MEASUREMENTS

• Shoulders: 39 cm / 15.4 in

• Armpits: 51 cm / 20.1 in

• Waist: 51 cm / 20.1 in

• Sleeves: 53 cm / 20.9 in

• Back length under collar: 107 cm / 42.1 in

Shipped from France