An important group of ten original fashion drawings from the important designer, ca. 1980's, each with Saint Laurent's autograph notes on the verso describing the fabrics and colors of each ensemble and the accessories to be worn with it on particular occasions (e.g., day, evening, or "by the sea.") The outfits include women's blazers, trousers, and skirts, often worn with large belts or flowing scarves and ties. Drawings in black marker, accentuated in colored pencil. Notes on the verso of each sheet in pencil (in French.) One drawing is unfinished. On sheets of notebook paper with some light toning, rough edges, and some slightly curled, but overall in fine condition. 11.75 x 15.5 inches (30 x 40 cm) and 10.5 x 13.5 inches (27 x 34 cm).

This group of drawings, each with a description of the key accessories shown, were made for an article for Mirabella magazine that never ran. June Weir had proposed to Saint Laurent the idea that working women could only afford a certain number of outfits and asked if he would show them how to accessorize and transform some basic pieces in a way which would allow them to alter their image while not having to buy too many new outfits. With relatively few and simple articles of clothing, Saint Laurent showcases the power of accessories to make an outfit stand out. The drawings also show his desire to make fashion more accessible—YSL having been the first couture house to come out with a prêt-à-porter line in the 1960's.