1980s Yves Saint Laurent Plum Velvet Jacket 70s_biba The unusual sea shell surface

The unusual sea shell surface design in vibrant shades of magenta

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making the jacket a relatively lightweight but very cosy wear

Luxe pieces were constructed to near-haute couture levels and sold almost exclusively to couture clients or by special order

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Plum Velvet Jacket 70s_biba The unusual sea shell surfaceThis elegant velvet jacket was designed by Yves Saint Laurent during the early 1980s and we have attached an editorial shoot of a very similar jacket from the Fall 1981 1982 collection. Made in France, it is crafted from smooth aubergine velvet. The label reads Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, a reference to Pariss younger and trendier left bank. Showcasing the labels tailoring know how, it has a panelled construction and is cut to a relaxed elongated