An unapologetically joyful piece of vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche in the most extraordinary bubble gum pink linen. Dating from the late 1980s into the early 1990s period, this jacket perfectly captures that era’s love of strong tailoring softened by playful colour and oversized proportions.
Cut from 100% linen, the silhouette feels almost like elevated workwear, boxy, relaxed and easy to throw on, while still retaining the sharpness of Saint Laurent tailoring. The oversized shoulders give the jacket real presence, balanced by the simplicity of the clean single-breasted front and striking oversized white acrylic buttons that pop beautifully against the vivid pink fabric.
One of the loveliest details is the strong seam running directly through the centre back of the jacket, adding subtle structure and reinforcing that utilitarian feel. The body of the jacket is unlined, allowing the linen to drape naturally and feel breathable and relaxed, while the sleeves are lined for easier layering and shape retention.
This is the sort of jacket that instantly transforms denim, white trousers or a simple slip dress. Bold, graphic and surprisingly wearable, it has that unmistakable Rive Gauche energy that feels just as modern now as it would have done decades ago.
Details
- Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche jacket
- Late 1980s / early 1990s period
- Bubble gum pink 100% linen
- Oversized white acrylic buttons
- Boxy, workwear-inspired silhouette
- Strong padded shoulders
- Unlined body with lined sleeves
- Centre back seam detail
- Made in France
- Size FR38
- Shot on a UK10 mannequin
- Excellent vintage condition
