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What does Rive Gauche mean in fashion?

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What does Rive Gauche mean in fashion?
In fashion, Rive Gauche refers to the Left Bank area of Paris. The French phrase "Rive Gauche" literally translates to "left river" in English. Normally, Rive Gauche fashion is more trendy and casual compared to the more timeless and elegant Rive Droite or Right Bank. You'll find a selection of designer apparel, handbags and accessories on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
F/W 2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Runway Babydoll Sheer Chiffon Pink Tank
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This pink and black lace tank top from Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, designed by Tom Ford for Fall/Winter 2003, debuted on the runway as look 18. Crafted from sheer light pink chif...
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Early 2000s Tank Tops

Yves Saint Laurent "rive gauche" 1970s Marabou Trimmed Devore Silk Chiffon Robe
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
One-Of-A-Kind Yves Saint Laurent "rive gauche" Vintage 1970s Marabou Trimmed Devore Silk Chiffon Robe This YSL robe or coat is certainly a statement piece that would have been very ...
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1970s French Evening Dresses

YSL Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Vintage Gray Wool Blazer Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sparks, NV
Beautifully tailored gray wool blazer jacket by Saint Laurent . Details: Fully Lined Front Pockets Shoulder Pads Are Sewn Into Lining Front Button Closure Marked Size: 38 Estimated...
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Late 20th Century French Blazers

Striped skirt suit Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Striped thin wool skirt suit . No fabric composition tag but probably acetate or rayon. Shoulder pad. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front.Pocket on both side. SIZE OF...
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1980s French Skirt Suits

Blue single breasted wool jacket with black piping SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue single breasted wool jacket with black piping. Lining probably acetate or rayon. Gather bon the top of the sleeve. Pocket on both side. Button and buttonhole closure on the mid...
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1980s French Single-Breasted Jackets

Red cotton dress with Moujik print SAINT LAURENT RIVE GAUCHE SS1987
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red cotton dress with Moujik print. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle back. Elastic edge of the sleeve. Pocket on both side. SIZE 40 (Fr) M/L
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

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