YSL: A Life in Fashion

Designer Yves Saint Laurent left behind an unparalleled legacy of style, elegance and innovation. Take a look back at the man, his designs and his star fans. By Melissa Liebling-Goldberg

  • PARTNER WORK  photo | Yves Saint Laurent

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Updated: Monday Jun 02, 2008 | 02:05 PM EDT

PARTNER WORK

In 1961, Saint Laurent – with his lover Pierre Bergé – announced the opening of his own design house, where he is credited with creating the idea of "ready-to-wear" clothing. While his romance with Bergé fizzled, the two remained lifelong business partners.