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A source page for quotes linked to Yves Saint Laurent.
“It pains me physically to see a woman victimized, rendered pathetic by fashion.”
“A good model can advance fashion by ten years.”
“I love black because it affirms, designs and styles. A woman in a black dress is a pencil stroke.”
“I am no longer concerned with sensation and innovation, but with the perfection of my style.”
“Elegance is no longer significant; clothes have to be fun.”
“Fashion is like a party. Getting dressed is preparing to play a role.”
“I adore America. It's an extraordinary country. A new country.”
“[Fashion is] a kind of vitamin for style.”
“My name will be written in fiery letters on the Champs Elysees.”
“Anyone who reaches for great expression has to be careful of the ridiculous.”
“Seeing Cubism paintings at the Beaubourg makes me very happy and also old films.”
“When you feel good in a clothing anything can happen. A good clothing is a passport for happiness.”