Yves Saint Laurent (1936-2008). A Two-Piece 'Safari' Suit. 1968

khaki cotton drill, laced at the breast, the knickerbockers with leather-bound buckles, with designer's label Rive Gauche (2) - Price Realized £10,000  ($16,000)

Literature: A. Fukai (ed.), Fashion: The Collection of the Kyoto Costume Institute, Cologne, 2002, pp.562-563 (examples illustrated)

Christie's. Resurrection: Avant-garde Fashion. 30 October 2008. London, South Kensington. Image 2008 Christie's Ltd. www.christie's.com