As a new Rizzoli book on the legendary couturier is released, we look at a few of the designer’s favourite things
is a window into the life of one of history’s most legendary designers, as well as a glimpse of a bygone era of fashion fantasy. Edited bymagazine founder Martina Mondadori and couturier Stephan Janson, the book is “an ABC of the fashion, life and inspirations ofHaving met Saint Laurent when he was just 14, Janson’s writing blends deep knowledge with vivid recollections of the famed designer.
Here are five of Saint Laurent’s favourite things; from his love for Kyoto to his revolutionary attitude to haute couture.It’s clear that Saint Laurent’s love for visual art was deep and abiding. Not only did he fill his home with works by Georges Braque, Isamu Noguchi and Francois-Xavier Lalanne, he also translated fine art onto his clothes.
Moden Anh Duong - wearing the favorite dress of the Spring/Summer 1986 collection - photographed by David Seidner in the MuseeWhile exclusives are common amongst model agencies today, Saint Laurent had a bevy of house models who brought his fabric narratives to life .