Yves Saint Laurent
French fashion designer (1936–2008)
1936 — 2008
Quick Facts
Profession
French fashion designer (1936–2008)
Born
August 1, 1936
Died
2008 (age ~72)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
businessperson, painter, costume designer
FranceBorn in OranDied in 7th arrondissement of Paris
1936
Born in Oran (1936-08-01)
1999
AwardCFDA Lifetime Achievement Award
2007
AwardGrand Officer of the Legion of Honour
2008
Died in 7th arrondissement of Paris
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Yves Henri Donat Mathieu-Saint-Laurent, better known as Yves Saint Laurent or YSL, was a French fashion designer who, in 1962, founded his eponymous fashion label. He is regarded as being among the foremost fashion designers of the twentieth century.
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Who is Yves Saint Laurent?+
Yves Henri Donat Mathieu-Saint-Laurent, better known as Yves Saint Laurent or YSL, was a French fashion designer who, in 1962, founded his eponymous fashion label. He is regarded as being among the foremost fashion designers of the twentieth century.
What does the name Yves mean?+
The name Yves means "A male given name from French". It is of French origin.
When was Yves Saint Laurent born?+
Yves Saint Laurent was born on August 1, 1936.
When did Yves Saint Laurent die?+
Yves Saint Laurent died in 2008, at approximately 72 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French
The name Yves is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Yves
Yves — August 1, 1936
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
1 Cauac
Storm — catalyst, energy, self-generation
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Peridot — Strength, healing
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