1976 Runway Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Gold Brocade Skirt Suit 20s_egyptian_dress The straight cut of the

The straight cut of the dress with no defined waist and low slung skirt emulates the 1920s flapper era

The taffeta crimson silk has a lovely thick texture and supports the structured style of the dress

russet and cobalt - resulting in a textured

Furthermore

Horizontal stripes of crochet create sheer panels down the body and along wide angel-sleeves

1976 Runway Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Gold Brocade Skirt Suit 20s_egyptian_dress The straight cut of theThis mesmerising two piece ensemble was created by Yves Saint Laurent for the brands beloved Fall 1976 collection and for his Rive Gauche label, a reference to Pariss younger and trendier left bank. The ready to wear collection echoed the haute couture line which was titled Opras Ballets Russes. The New York Times described it as A revolutionary collection that will change the course of fashion in the world. Yves Saint Laurent named creating this show