The picturesque country of France, along with its well-acknowledged fabric industry, has been long considered as the fashion capital of the world, ever since the 16th century. In the 40's, 50's, and 60's, the French fashion was hurled into the spotlight through the sensational works of Christian Dior, Givenchy, Balmain, Guy Laroche, Pierre Cardin, Andre Courreges, and Yves Saint Laurent. Each of them had contributed outstanding works of art that has shaped the ever-changing fashion styles not just in France, but also worldwide.
One of the most innovative designers was Yves Saint Laurent because of his novel creations that have become legends in the world of fashion couture. Part of his notable creations include dresses largely influenced by Mondrian paintings and comic strips, and the "Left Bank Look." The "Left Bank Look" inspired a fashion era, were the most stylish outfit consists of narrow tops and skirts, and bold checkered patterns matched with chic beret hats. Laurent got the wonderful idea for this look from Paris students during the 1960's, enforcing a worldwide trend that lasted for several years. Today, Yves Saint Laurent is not an active fashion designer anymore, but walking through the stylish streets of Paris during yearly expeditions to France reminds me of how Laurent took the fashion world by storm.
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