Spring 1983 Yves Saint Laurent Red Floral Print Balloon Sleeve Dress w Corset Waist & Peplum designer-hermes I love how the edges

I love how the edges of both follow the curves of the flower pattern and the soft pink and green are perfectly pretty against the off-white tulle

The only reason his work is not under the Haute Couture category is because he was not an official member of the association

The dropped skirt is gathered along the front and then gently flares out so it swings around you when you move

Bodice: 15" from shoulder seam to top of detailing at the waist seam

Tagged a vintage Ossie UK 14

Spring 1983 Yves Saint Laurent Red Floral Print Balloon Sleeve Dress w Corset Waist & Peplum designer-hermes I love how the edgesThis little Yves Saint Laurent dress has such a joyful feel to it. I am always excited to find examples of Yves' work from this time period and this one is extra special because it is the twin of the dress that was shown on the 1983 runway. We also found a editorial shot from that season with the same dress in a solid colour that was shot for L'Officiel magazine. I love the solid colour version as well but the printed one just has so much colour and