French Icon: Catherine Deneuve
Today, we will continue our series of French icons, especially in jackets. Catherine Deneuve is a French muse of fashion and cinema, as well as the muse of Yves Saint Laurent. She exudes elegance with ease and simplicity, keeping the simplicity of the Parisian style, while adding a touch of femininity.
Deneuve in 1961, in a lady's jacket and skirt. Wear our Victoire Short Jacket - Blanc d'Île d'Yeu for a feminine look, accentuating the waist.
Deneuve and Yves Saint Laurent photographed by Helmut Newton in 1981, celebrating 20 years of YSL. Deneuve wears a wool tuxedo jacket. Laurent and Deneuve had a “beautiful love affair,” and with it came some iconic fashion moments. The “le smoking” jacket was first worn by Deneuve in the 1960s and has since been worn by many stars and celebrities. Shop our Louise Jacket in Noir Vendôme to recreate the style of the “le smoking” jacket.
Deneuve travels and looks effortlessly elegant as she does so. She styled the blazer in a classic way with a white shirt, trousers and Louis Vuitton luggage. Try our Mathilde Jacket in Fontainebleau Blue or Olive Foncé de Provence with its oversized fit to capture the casual chic look.
Dressed in YSL Deneuve takes a break from filming "Liza" in Corsica in 1970. The white suit is worn with ease and simplicity. Wear our Louise jacket in Blanc d'île d'Yeu for an all-white look.
Maintaining her eternal femininity, Deneuve wears a delightful pink blazer with accessories, in 1992. Our Mathilde jacket in Toulouse Pale Rose will bring you a feminine touch.
Deneuve in 1985, making a statement by belting a plaid blazer. In true YSL style, the blazer has strong shoulders and is worn with a pocket square. Deneuve keeps things feminine in a bold blazer with a pocket square, blouse and diamonds. Belt any color of our Mathilde oversized blazers to make a fashionable statement.
We’ll end with the iconic film Belle du Jour (1967), featuring costumes by Yves Saint Laurent. The film’s costumes have continued to be known for their “classic modernity.” The sophisticated clothing brings an almost “surreal aspect to the film.” Here, Deneuve wears a tailored red suit ensemble with a short Eisenhower jacket. Shop our Mathilde Jacket in Rouge Amour to embody the film’s heroine’s timeless style.
This article was written by Tess RUSSELL.
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