Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Cotton Off-Shoulders Top F/W 2001 Fr. 34 US 2/4
About the Item
- Designer:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Montgomery, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU65314250963
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
No one understands sex appeal quite like Tom Ford. When Gucci acquired Yves Saint Laurent in 1999, the Texas-born fashion designer had been Gucci’s creative director for several years and was also named creative director for YSL. Ford designed YSL’s ready-to-wear collection, and his vintage evening dresses, shirts, skirts and other garments for the maison are particularly popular today.
An avowed perfectionist from an early age, Ford was rearranging furniture at the age of six and offering his mother advice on her hair and shoes. The designer, author, film director and chairman of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) is one of the most successful people working in fashion today.
Born in Austin, Ford grew up in the suburbs of Houston and Santa Fe, New Mexico. He briefly attended New York University, where he studied art history before dropping out to pursue acting. He became a regular at Studio 54, with its decadent nightlife later informing his high-octane fashion. He studied architecture at Parsons School of Design before shifting his focus to fashion and spending time at the Parsons Paris campus, graduating in 1985. The rest of the decade he worked for designers Perry Ellis and Cathy Hardwick. In 1990, Gucci’s creative director Dawn Mello hired him as a womens-wear designer.
At the time, the Italian label was better known for leather goods than luxury fashion. It was also nearly bankrupt. After Mello left in 1994, following a Bahrain-based investment group becoming Gucci’s majority shareholder, Ford was named creative director. He soon infused the brand with a fresh sensuality and bold style. His fall 1995 show, in which Kate Moss walked down the runway in an unbuttoned satin shirt, velvet hip-huggers and tousled hair, heralded an exciting, glammed-up era for the once fusty brand. Vogue critic Sarah Mower called it “one of those hitting-in-the-solar-plexus moments.”
As Ford shot to fame, he continued to explore plunging necklines, such as in the black and white looks of the Fall 1996 collection, and sumptuous fabrics like leather and tweed, with the Fall 2000 ready-to-wear collection ranging from sultry silk evening dresses to plush belted coats. He also cranked up the seduction in the provocative ads for the fashion house, particularly with regard to campaigns for Yves Saint Laurent, which Gucci acquired in 1999. Gucci's Fall/Winter 1997 campaign featured Carolyn Murphy grasping Angela Lindvall in what looked like a video still; in another shot, a face pressed against a foot in a lipstick-red heel. Each promoted a vision of modern fashion where women were sexually confident, the materials were luxurious and the styles were fearless.
In 2004, Ford and Gucci president Domenico De Sole left the company after failing to agree on the renewal of their contracts. In 2006, with De Sole as chairman, Ford launched his wildly successful eponymous menswear label. The brand has expanded into womens wear, beauty, accessories — vintage Tom Ford handbags are universally adored by celebrities and collectors alike — as well as eyewear and fragrance, with the unisex Black Orchid introduced in 2006. Ford broke into film directing with the critically acclaimed A Single Man in 2009 and Nocturnal Animals in 2016, continuing to blur the boundaries between fashion and culture.
Find vintage Tom Ford YSL day dresses, handbags and other clothing and accessories now on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Montgomery, TX
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
- Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2003 Runway Silk Black Blouse L/XLBy Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive GaucheLocated in Montgomery, TXTom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Silk Top Blouse S/S 2003 Runway Collection 100% Sheer Silk, Hidden Buttons Closure, Cut-out Details. Measurements: Length - 28 inch...Category
Early 2000s French Blouses
- Saint Laurent Black Plunging Leather Flower Puff Sleeve Top Blouse Fr. 42 US 10By Saint LaurentLocated in Montgomery, TXSaint Laurent Black Plunging Embellished Fitted Top Blouse 2017 Collection French size - 42 ( US 10) Puff-Sleeves with Velvet Ribbons, Black Lamb Leather Flower Attachment. Plunging ...Category
2010s French Blouses
- Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 1999 Super Soft Black Leather Back Zip Top Jacket 42By Tom Ford for Gucci, GucciLocated in Montgomery, TXTom Ford for Gucci Black Leather Top F/W 1999 Runway Collection Designer size - 42 Super soft leather, square neck line, back zip closure. Made in Italy Excellent vintage condition.Category
1990s Italian Blouses
- New Roberto Cavalli Black Gold Print Stretch BlouseBy Roberto CavalliLocated in Montgomery, TXNew Roberto Cavalli Gold Print Blouse Designer size 38 ( oversized - please check measurements) Black with Gold Print, Long Sleeve, 100% Viscose, Toggle Button Closure. Measurements:...Category
2010s Italian Blouses
- S/S 1997 Vintage Gianni Versace Couture Floral Devore Velvet ShirtBy Gianni Versace CoutureLocated in Montgomery, TXVintage Gianni Versace Couture Floral Devore Velvet Shirt 1997 Collection Italian size 40 - US 4 Orange silk chiffon with yellow velvet, Side zip, 3/4 Sleeves. Measurements: Bust 34 ...Category
1990s Italian Blouses
- Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2002 Safari Collection Leopard Silk Top F 38By Tom Ford, Yves Saint LaurentLocated in Montgomery, TXTom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Leopard Silk Top Blouse Fr. size - 38 S/S 2002 Collection 100% Sheer Silk, Leopard Print, Front Zip Clo...Category
Early 2000s French Blouses
- Dolce Gabbana 1992 bustier topBy Dolce & GabbanaLocated in Annandale, VADolce Gabbana rare 1992 bustier top Top size 42 Excellent vintage condition, no rips or stainsCategory
1990s Italian Blouses
- 1980s Escada Margaretha Ley Silk Animal Print Blouse & Brown Wrap Skirt w/ BeltBy Margaretha Ley Escada, EscadaLocated in Portland, ORThis is an incredible 2 piece Escada ensemble designed by Margaretha Ley in the 1980's. This outfit came from an estate of clothing we handled that included the best of the 1980's and many unique Escada pieces. This has a chocolate brown wool poly blend skirt that wraps to close with a button and an attached belt with a buckle. It is gently pleated and is labeled a size 34. The yellow and brown textured silk animal print blouse...Category
1980s German Blouses
- Giambattista Valli Grey & Black Silk Animal Print Top - 44By Giambattista ValliLocated in West Palm Beach, FLGiambattista Valli Grey & Black Silk Animal Print Top - 44. This blouse is in excellent condition with very light wear. This flowy top features slight pleats...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Blouses
- Oscar de la Renta Bronze Blouse - 12By Oscar De La RentaLocated in West Palm Beach, FLOscar de la Renta Bronze Blouse - 12 This Oscar blouse is made of silk taffeta and is in excellent condition. It is layered in the front with a chevron fabric design. There is als...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Blouses
- Neil Bieff Multi Sequin Masquerade Theme Blouse - M - 1970'sBy Neil BieffLocated in West Palm Beach, FLThe beautiful Neil Bieff blouse from the 1970's and is black with a multi-colored masquerade theme design. It is covered in sequins and has loose sleeves. There is a cinching along t...Category
1970s Blouses
- CHANEL Black Lace Logo Cotton Nylon Blend Beach Lingerie Cover UpBy ChanelLocated in Chicago, ILPre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1998 Collection Nylon and Cotton Blend Size FR 40 100% Authenticity Guaranteed by NEWFOUND LUXURYCategory
Late 20th Century Jackets