Considered one of the most formidable fashion designers of the 20th century, Yves Saint Laurent was a master of artistry, design and beauty. Take our quiz to test your knowledge on his remarkable life and career.
1. Where was Yves Saint Laurent born?
a) Paris, France
b) Oran, Algeria
c) Rome, Paris
d) Brussels, Belgium
2. Yves Saint Laurent was conscripted to serve in the French Army during the Algerian War of Independence. How long did he last?
a) 5 years
b) 2 years
c) 6 months
d) 20 days
3. How old was Yves Saint Laurent when he took over for mega-design house, Christian Dior after Dior's death?
a) 21
b) 22
c) 23
d) 24
4. Admist what rumours was Yves Saint Laurent released from his duties at Christian Dior?
a) He had a nervous breakdown
b) He had terrible relations with management
c) He was tired of the Christian Dior aesthetic
d) He wanted to start his own line
5. When did Yves Saint Laurent create his own eponoymous label?
a) 1959
b) 1960
c) 1961
d) 1962
6. He was the first to have what on his runways?
a) African-American models
b) A photograher scrum
c) VIP front-row seats
d) Gift bags for attendees
7. Which one of his fashion shows had a spectacular guest list of 80,0000?
a) Spring/Summer 2008
b) The 1980 CFDA Awards
c) Fall 2007 Ready-To-Wear
d) The Soccer World Cup final, 1998
8. What trend is Yves Saint Laurent most famous for starting?
a) Beatnik
b) Safari jackets
c) Thigh-high boots
d) Tuxedo suit
e) All of the above
9. What monkier was often associated with YSL?
a) Fashion God
b) The man who let women wear trousers
c) The Reinventor
d) Haute Couture pioneer
10. In January 2002, the couturier broke both of his arms when he fell during a trip to Italy. Having never regained full use of his arms again, YSL was most depressed that he wouldn't be able to participate in which favourite hobby:
a) Dancing
b) Swimming
c) Sketching
d) Singing
