"Yves Saint Laurent" Late 80’s-90’s lizard embossed framed top handle bag

Since its founding, Yves Saint Laurent has been a rare maison that simultaneously embodies elegance and provocation, honing a tense beauty suitable for Parisian nights. We introduce an iconic piece imbued with quiet dignity and structural integrity.

The fine lizard-embossed leather in brown, with delicate shadows that only appear when hit by light, gives depth to this neatly shaped box silhouette, making it a distinguished piece.

First, what catches the eye is the square metal frame at the top, which tightens the everyday item of a bag as if it were an object, creating a sense of tension that also improves posture just by holding it. The modest placement of the full Yves Saint Laurent nameplate adds to a subtle assertion, maintaining a balance that leaves a definite dignity.

The front features a three-dimensional flap pocket that creates rhythm in the appearance while being gentle in practicality, allowing for natural organization of belongings. The magnetic button has a classic shape with a core in the center, and the ease of opening and closing is balanced—not too light, not too heavy—such tactile details support the convincing vintage appeal.

Inside, the lining woven with the Cassandra YSL monogram in jacquard creates a contrast where the external calmness and internal elegance coexist, and the design is calculated to evoke excitement at the moment of opening. Additionally, the zipper bears the YKK mark, indicating the distribution background and the rationality of mass production quality at the time, which also contributes to a sense of reassurance as a practical item.

Regarding the era, there is no sign of the sans-serif notation of SAINT LAURENT PARIS, which became mainstream after 2012, and in addition to the full name Yves Saint Laurent plate being used, the monogram jacquard lining design, which is often seen from the 1980s to the 1990s, suggests that it is most likely from the late 1980s to the late 1990s.

This is a bag that conveys the wearer's aesthetic sense through texture and structure rather than flamboyance; whether leaning towards mode or dress, it retains a certain dignified presence that is characteristic of Yves Saint Laurent. Even on days when choosing clothes takes less time in daily life, simply picking up this bag sets the tone of your outfit, resulting in a polished impression.

In terms of styling, pairing a tailored jacket with slacks for a minimal look creates a structured frame that defines the overall silhouette, and when layered with a long coat, knitwear, and subdued bottoms for a simple combination, the shadow of the materials quietly stands out, giving an elegant mood regardless of gender. Furthermore, it harmonizes well with an urban balance such as pairing shirts or turtleneck tops with midi skirts or neat trousers, and the versatility to lean towards either classic or mode with just a change in how it is carried makes it a remarkable piece.

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