Yves Saint-Laurent, 1936-2008

Sad word has reached us that Yves Saint-Laurent, regarded as perhaps THE finest designer of the 20th century, has passed away in Paris.

Saint-Laurent began his illustrious fashion career at the house of Dior but started the YSL label in 1962, with the financial help of his longtime business partner and then-lover Pierre Berge.

Among his fashion achievements include Le Smoking, a chic tuxedo silhouette for women. He's also known as the first designer to use black models in his runway shows.

He will be missed.

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