-SPECIAL- “Yves Saint Laurent rive gauche” 2001-2004 Eyelet leather tote bag

From Yves Saint Laurent, who has continually renewed sensuality and elegance across eras, and, through the spirit of Rive Gauche, has portrayed women unconstrained by convention, we are pleased to present a standout piece that embodies the hard-edged aesthetic unique to the Tom Ford era.

This standout piece features a sultry black leather with a row of eyelet embellishments, marrying a provocative mood with luxurious strength within a structured square silhouette.

Based on a tall, elongated tote silhouette, a row of eyelets runs continuously from the top front to the side and down to the curved transition at the lower left; the muted metallic gleam lends depth to the black leather, performing both decoration and a tightening of the bag's overall silhouette.

These eyelets are not mere punk-inspired embellishments; they are details that create a regular rhythm across the leather surface. Arranged to intersect straight lines and curves, they add visual movement to the square body, delivering the tense yet glamorous allure characteristic of Saint Laurent during the Tom Ford era.

The handle rises in a soft tubular arch, creating a curved contrast against the overall linear body, which is striking; at the base, a strap piece combining a buckle and eyelets is employed, elevating the functional connection to the centerpiece of the design, endowing this bag with a strong, distinctive personality.

The black leather used for the body possesses a rich, satin-like sheen and develops fine patina with age, and in contrast to the rigid metal hardware, it has a presence that is more than merely refined. The interior is also finished in black, so while the exterior is decorative, the inside remains minimalist, preserving practicality as a usable tote bag.

Regarding its era, in addition to the interior bearing the YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche inscription, it does not carry the SAINT LAURENT PARIS designation used since 2012; furthermore, the bold arrangement of eyelets and buckles on the black leather strongly aligns with the hard, sensual design language seen during Tom Ford's tenure from around 2001 to 2004, thus it is considered an archival piece from that period.

The added value of this piece lies not in merely inheriting Saint Laurent's classic elegance, but in the fetishistic and powerful mood Tom Ford brought that injects a new tension into the brand's history. Even as the reappraisal of Y2K continues today, this is not simply a trendy bag, but a product that clearly preserves the atmosphere of an era when luxury absorbed elements of punk and rock.

MOOD: This standout piece is particularly recommended for those who want to add a sharp edge to their styling or to give depth to black styling through the nuances of materials and metal. While visually impactful, the silhouette remains a refined tote shape, making it easy to incorporate into daily wear and giving the overall outfit a stronger presence.

Styling: When paired with a long coat or a tailored jacket, it brings out Saint Laurent's signature sharp elegance, while the bag's hard embellishments tighten the overall look into a mode-forward aesthetic. Also, when matched with a drapey shirt and clean-cut pants, it does not become overly decorative; the gloss of the black leather and the metallic sheen of the eyelets quietly stand out, making this a piece that conveys strength and poise in a gender-neutral way.

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