Yves Saint Laurent: The Tuxedo and the Right to Power

Until 1966, a woman in a trouser suit was considered a scandalous affair. But then, Yves Saint Laurent introduced Le Smoking to the runway — the first tuxedo designed specifically for women.

He understood that clothing is not just a way to cover oneself; it is armor. Saint Laurent once remarked: “For a woman to be beautiful, all she needs is a black sweater, a black skirt, and to walk arm-in-arm with a man she loves. But to find that sweater and that skirt takes time.”

He didn’t simply copy the male wardrobe. He adapted it to the female form to emphasize fragility through the sharpness of lines. He gave women the power to feel confident at a business meeting, at a party, and in life in general, without sacrificing elegance.

Today, when you throw a perfectly tailored jacket over your shoulders, remember: it is not just a garment. It is your manifesto. Your right to be decisive while remaining yourself.

With love and care, the Trikotazh.by team ❤️