1970s Yves Saint Laurent Blue Velvet Coat designer-frank-usher I absolutely love the print

I absolutely love the print on this dress and I love how he has cleverly used elastic worked into the fabric to create shape and definition exactly where he wanted it

The exterior  on this showstopper is a black silk chiffon with a "feather" design in fine gold and silver thread

A flattering V neckline and long lean sleeves finish

The double C logo is on the lower front as well

When I attended the opening of his exhibit in San Francisco I spotted a dress from this same collection being showcased there (the same exhibit that is now making its way around thew world to much acclaim

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Blue Velvet Coat designer-frank-usher I absolutely love the printA classic YSL piece, this deep blue velvet coat will never go out of style! Front slant pockets allow for a cool girl slouch and the top portion is cut wider and fuller with a slimmer hip. It buttons down the front. I love the wide, bold shoulders that have a bit of padding in them and each sleeve buttons at the cuff with a single, working, button. A take on a man's coat, it is classic Yves gender play! Excellent condition! Fully lined in a deep blue