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Yves Saint Laurent Dies
Sunday June 1, 2008

Yves Saint Laurent announced his retirement January 7, 2002 in Paris.
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Fashion icon Yves Saint Laurent died Sunday at his home in Paris, the AFP reported. He was 71.

Retired in 2002, he had been ill for some time.

At just 21, he was named the chief designer of the House of Dior.

He founded his eponymous label in 1962.

"His name and the familiar YSL logo became synonymous with all the latest trends," the AFP wrote.

Nicole Kidman, Salma Hayek, Jennifer Lopez, Reese Witherspoon, Katie Holmes, Victoria Beckham and Lauren Bacall were among his many celebrity fans.

The cause of death was not immediately released.

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Posted by Henry Seltzer at 11:43 am ET Permanent Link | 17 Comments
Categories: Yves Saint Laurent

17 Comments

3:40 AM Jo Says:

i hope YSL can roll out good designs still :(

3:15 PM allie george Says:

r.i.p ysl!
a true ledgend, will be missed

2:16 PM Anonymous Says:

Paix a votre âme Monsieur Yves Saint Laurent.

7:00 AM Anonymous Says:

Sad news

5:28 AM foteini Says:

i've never visited a psy actually but i guess u'r right!

5:20 AM Anonymous Says:

foteini-I don't think anyone is quibbling about the "political correctness" of your comment. It's the unnecessary cruelty and lack of compassion that are frankly pretty disturbing. If you haven't visited your psychiatrist lately, it's time for a recheck.

5:08 AM foteini Says:

8:31..i understand it was a politically uncorrect thing to write

10:18 PM Anonymous Says:

I'm so sorry to hear that Yves Saint Laurent passed away! He was a great style icon, my thoughts & prayers are with his family & friends during this very difficult time, etc.

9:33 PM Anonymous Says:

A fine designer for many years. May he RIP

9:32 PM RIP Says:

He will be remembered as one of the most talented designers in the world. May he rest in peace and may his clothing house and designs remain fierce and constant.

9:08 PM Anonymous Says:

He was an amazing designer that changed the fashion world . . may he rest in peace :(

8:52 PM Heather Says:

such a loss : /

8:31 PM Anonymous Says:

7:45 PM foteini: so?

8:02 PM loves it Says:

the greatest of the great.

7:44 PM ysl lover Says:

are you serious????
:[ rest in peace. i'll always love your brand.
best wishes to your family.

7:29 PM Imsowmeh <3 Says:

What a shock !
He has like the best clothes an accesories.
He was a great person.
Best wishses for his family and friends.