The Untold Story of Loulou de la Falaise and the House of Saint Laurent

Loulou & Yves: The Untold Story of Loulou de La Falaise and the House of Saint Laurent (ST. MARTIN'S PR)

by Christopher Petkanas

4.2 out of 5

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Loulou de la Falaise was a muse, a creative collaborator, and a close friend of Yves Saint Laurent. She was also a woman of immense style and influence, who played a pivotal role in shaping the House of Saint Laurent.

Born in France in 1947, Loulou was the daughter of a count and an English model. She grew up in a world of privilege and glamour, and was exposed to the world of fashion from a young age.

In 1968, Loulou met Yves Saint Laurent at a party. The two became instant friends, and Loulou quickly became a fixture in Saint Laurent's inner circle.

Loulou's influence on Saint Laurent's work was immediate and profound.

She was a muse for many of his most iconic designs, including the "Le Smoking" tuxedo suit and the "Safari" jacket.

She also collaborated with Saint Laurent on the design of his jewelry, scarves, and other accessories.

Loulou's style was eclectic and bohemian, and she was known for her love of ethnic jewelry and textiles.

She brought this eclectic sensibility to Saint Laurent's work, and helped to create a look that was both modern and timeless.

Loulou's influence on the House of Saint Laurent extended beyond her work with Saint Laurent himself.

She was also a close friend and mentor to many of the young designers who worked for Saint Laurent, including Hedi Slimane and Alber Elbaz.

Loulou's legacy is one of creativity, style, and influence.

She was a muse, a creative collaborator, and a close friend of Yves Saint Laurent, and she played a pivotal role in shaping the House of Saint Laurent.

Her work continues to inspire designers and fashion lovers today.

The untold story of Loulou de la Falaise is finally being told, and it is a story that is both fascinating and inspiring.

It is a story of a woman who used her creativity and style to make a lasting impact on the world of fashion.

## Bibliography

* **The World of Yves Saint Laurent** by Alice Rawsthorn * **Yves Saint Laurent: A Biography** by Marie-Dominique Lelièvre * **Loulou de la Falaise: Muse and Collaborator of Yves Saint Laurent** by Anne-Marie Curtis * **The House of Saint Laurent: A History of the Legendary Fashion House** by Justine Picardie

Loulou & Yves: The Untold Story of Loulou de La Falaise and the House of Saint Laurent (ST. MARTIN'S PR)

by Christopher Petkanas

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	102330 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	513 pages

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