Description
Design History:
Yves Saint Laurent has often reinterpreted military pieces as elegant, subversive garments. As early as the 1960s, the designer introduced elements of the uniform into his men’s and women’s collections, infusing them with an aura of power and distinction. This officer’s jacket, emblematic of the house’s strict, graphic style, is in keeping with this tradition. It revisits the garment of command in an urban tailoring version, combining rigor and sophistication in the spirit of the Rive Gauche line.
Exterior details:
The jacket is made from matte black fabric, with 90% virgin wool and 10% polyamide, ensuring both flexibility and durability. The officer’s collar, fastened with a clip and button, accentuates its military character. The four flap pockets, two on the chest and two on the waist, are structured by flat pleats, reinforcing the garment’s verticality. The long sleeves end in a three-button placket. The sober, slitless back promotes a clean silhouette. The cut is straight and slightly loose, evoking a revisited formalwear look.
Interior Details:
Fully lined in black satin, probably viscose or polyester, the jacket features an interior buttoned pocket on the heart side, overlaid with the white label “Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche – Made in Italy”. Interior finishing is precise, with braided seams and a firmly attached lining.
Product Condition:
The jacket is in excellent vintage condition, with no visible structural defects. The outer fabric shows no snags or pilling. The buttons are all present, the seams intact and the lining shows no signs of wear or tearing. A few very slight traces of storage can be seen on the back, but they remain discreet.
Care instructions:
Professional dry-cleaning is recommended to preserve the texture of the wool and the quality of the lining. Avoid prolonged folding and use a wide hanger to preserve the structure of the collar and shoulders. In the event of creasing, steam ironing from a distance is preferable to direct ironing.
Why to choose this product :
This Yves Saint Laurent officer’s jacket combines the elegance of tailoring with the utilitarian spirit of uniforms. It’s a strong, rare and timeless piece that will appeal to discerning vintage fashion lovers sensitive to the heritage of the House of Saint Laurent. Worn over a shirt or fine sweater, it structures a silhouette with authority while remaining sober. Its quality craftsmanship, functional details and assertive cut make it an enduring and singular collector’s item.
