I found Anthony Vaccarello’s latest collection for Saint Laurent a tad underwhelming – though I understand precisely what he was aiming for. In recent seasons, Vaccarello has leaned into a form of statement dressing sublimated from the archives of Yves Saint Laurent: think of the ruffled, hyper–maxi dresses that now dominate editorials, sweeping, theatrical, and unapologetically grand.

This latest offering, however, feels like a strategic retreat. It delivers a highly predictable vision of the contemporary Saint Laurent woman: razor-sharp black tailoring in the vein of Helmut Newton’s power-charged imagery; diaphanous, ultra-sheer lace dresses; oversized fur coats thrown over. READ MY FULL REVIEW HERE.

ED’s SELECTION:

SAINT LAURENT Grain De Poudre Wool And Silk-satin Blazer

SAINT LAURENT Leather Gloves

SAINT LAURENT Knitted Maxi Dress

SAINT LAURENT Gold-tone Agate Ring

SAINT LAURENT EYEWEAR Sl 902 Howl D-frame Acetate Sunglasses

Collage by Edward Kanarecki.
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