Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Cape (1970s) — Olive Wool with Detachable Mink Lining

This rare Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche cape from the 1970s captures everything that defines true vintage luxury — impeccable tailoring, rich materials, and enduring style.

Made in France, the cape features an olive green wool exterior and a detachable mink fur lining, offering two looks in one: warm and dramatic with the fur, or elegantly minimalist without.

The design’s full-circle silhouette, sculpted collar, and hand-knotted closures at the neckline reflect the couture craftsmanship of 1970s Yves Saint Laurent — when Rive Gauche symbolised freedom, sophistication, and creative expression.

Why This Piece Matters

At Marilyn’s Vintage, each garment is chosen for its story, construction, and cultural significance.

This archival Yves Saint Laurent cape is more than outerwear; it’s a reflection of a designer who changed how women dressed — blending strength, elegance, and individuality in every seam.

Owning a vintage YSL piece means preserving a part of fashion history while celebrating sustainable luxury and conscious collecting.

Sustainability in Action

Choosing vintage designer fashion supports a more sustainable future:

• Extends the life of beautifully made garments
• Reduces demand for fast fashion
• Protects heritage craftsmanship
• Encourages thoughtful, long-term investment

With its reversible functionality and museum-worthy construction, this cape embodies the principle that true luxury never dates — it evolves.

Investment Value

• Designer: Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
• Era: 1970s
• Origin: Made in France
• Materials: Wool exterior, detachable mink lining
• Size: UK 10–14 (FR 38)
• Condition: Excellent vintage

This collectible vintage YSL cape is both a statement piece and a smart investment, sought after by stylists, collectors, and lovers of iconic French fashion.

Shoulders: 40cm

Length: 122cm