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Golden gown - Marvel at the golden glow of this Saint Laurent evening gown.

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Moroccan colors - Many multi-colored pieces can be found at the Saint Laurent Museum in Marrakech, Morocco.

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World Cup winners - Just some of the many models who presented the designer's best work at the World Cup Final in 1998.

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The Saint Laurent room - Two models showcase some of the designer's most famous mini-dresses, as they help open the Yves Saint Laurent room in the National Gallery.

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Ready-to-wear - The designer handles some chic ready-to-wear pieces on a model.

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Stripes - Saint Laurent's spin on striped patterns is inventive and eye-catching.

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With the girls - Saint Laurent steals a kiss from smiling models, draped in his A/W 63/64 collection in Paris.

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Flanked - The couturier poses with Betty Catroux (right) and Lolou de la Falaise (left), draped in his safari-inspired gear.

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Dresses and details - There's also a Saint Laurent Museum in Paris, France. Here are some Renaissance-influenced dresses and details.

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Going on safari - Safari proved to be an inspiration for the French designer. Check out the side-wrapped skirt, belted jacket, and bespoke wide leg trousers.

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On the prowl - Flaunting the designer's 74/75 A/W collection, three men show off the fashionable narrow-leg trousers.

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Rose-tinted - Roses adorn this draping red piece, which still looks modern after all these years.

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Winter gear - Take a look at this knitted mini-dress, complimented by a fur coat and leather belt.

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Matisse influence - Henri Matisse proved to be a big influence on the designer. This felt dress features muted colors that wouldn't look out of place in a painting by the French artist.

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Day dress - A model shows off a ready-to-wear day dress, accentuated by the Niki de Saint-Phalle sculpture in the background.

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Picasso inspired - Picasso inspired this piece, emblazoned with a pale peeking profile.

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Fiery feathers - This model looked stunning in this fiery feather dress.

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More Picasso influence - More Picasso influence, which truly shows the artistic side of Saint Laurent.

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Musical - Shades of Picasso color this musical Saint Laurent cape.

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In bloom -

Meanwhile, these summer dresses may be inspired by Piet Modrian. What's certain is how evergreen they look. 

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Defying expectations - Saint Laurent often played around with expectations of what women should wear, and frequently designed traditionally masculine pieces for women.

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Ready-to-wear brilliance - Some effortless, vintage, ready-to-wear brilliance from the French designer.

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War-inspired - This early '70s get-up was inspired by fashion during the World War II era.

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World Cup - This stunning piece almost references the iconic World Cup trophy.

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Saint Laurent's shows - Saint Laurent's shows have always been an exclusive occasion, but nothing beats his early '60s showcases.

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Swan lake - Naomi Campbell is swan-like in this gorgeous Saint Laurent piece, a feathery classic for the archive.

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Feathers - Take a closer look at that larger-than-life feathery dress.

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The future - Runway shows have not gotten any less interesting since Saint Laurent passed away. Here's some fluorescent creations at a recent show.

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Yves Saint Laurent -

The world of fashion will be indebted to Saint Laurent's work for many decades to come.

Sources: (Britannica)

See also: Strangest fashion to ever hit the runways. 

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