F/W 1971 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Blue Silk Taffeta Peasant Gown clutch bag a ruffled center front

a ruffled center front

and an adjustable drawstring with gold-tone hardware

The top features a built-in bra with a structured bustier effect on the loose-fit top

the design features a vivid pink and blue paisley pattern and is finished with a Velcro waist closure

and a draped front panel secured by a central fabric loop

F/W 1971 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Blue Silk Taffeta Peasant Gown clutch bag a ruffled center frontThis Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture gown from the Fall Winter 1971 collection is cut in a full length silhouette with a wide ruffled neckline. Crafted in royal blue silk taffeta, it features a vertically pintucked bodice, long sleeves with ruffled cuffs and self tie bows, and a wide self tie sash at the waist. The gathered skirt is finished with a layered ruffled hem. Contemporary collections reference this original handmade haute couture design.