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What does Rive Gauche mean in fashion?

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What does Rive Gauche mean in fashion?
In fashion, Rive Gauche refers to the Left Bank area of Paris. The French phrase "Rive Gauche" literally translates to "left river" in English. Normally, Rive Gauche fashion is more trendy and casual compared to the more timeless and elegant Rive Droite or Right Bank. You'll find a selection of designer apparel, handbags and accessories on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
F/W 1992 Yves Saint Laurent Runway Gold Metallic Leopard Print Asymmetric Gown
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting the most incredible golden Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress, designed by Yves Saint Laurent. From the Fall/Winter 1992 collection, this dress debuted on the season’s runway modeled by Beverley Peele, and was also highlighted in the season’s ad campaign captured by Helmut Newton and modeled by Karen Mulder. This truly fabulous single shoulder gowns covered in a cheetah print that glistens with every movement. Effortlessly chic, this rare dress...
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1990s French Evening Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent 1990(YSL) Rive Gauche Floral Peplum Jacket / skirt suit
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) Rive Gauche Floral Peplum Jacket / skirt suit, 1990 Yves Saint Laurent for YSL Collection: 1994 Spring Summer Country of production: France Marked Size: 36 F...
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1990s French Skirt Suits

YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche suit
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Rubiera, RE
YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche Skirt suit black and white houndstooth, double-breasted jacket Made in France Size F 36 100% cotton Excellent condition
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Early 2000s French Skirt Suits

Purple single breasted coat with black button Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 1970's
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple single breasted wool coat with black button. Pocket on both side. SIZE 40 (Fr) L
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1970s French Coats and Outerwear

Black leather dress with velvet collar Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black leather dress with velvet collar. Acetate lining. Shoulder pad. Button and buttonhole closure in the middle front and on the cuffs. Split middle back in the bottom, lenght= 30 ...
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Campaign FW 2003 Silk Green Ruffle Dress Fr 36
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Silk Dress French size 36 - US 4 ( please check measurements ) F/W 2003 Collection 100% Silk, Finished with Ruffles, Back Zip Closure, Fab...
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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

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