1980s Saint Laurent Black Cotton Twill Lace-Up Saharienne Mini Dress

1980s Saint Laurent Black Cotton Twill Lace-Up Saharienne Mini DressThis Saint Laurent mini dress from the 1980s is cut in a trim silhouette with a pointed collar and long sleeves. Crafted in black cotton poplin, it features a lace up front with silver tone grommets and four flap patch pockets. The back is finished with a center vent. A sleek reinterpretation of Yves Saint Laurents original Saharienne dress introduced in 1969.

It includes a silver-plated chain handle and a branded keychain

The set includes a double-breasted blazer and matching wide-leg trousers

Helena Christensen wore a similar print on the season's runway

A version of this piece appeared on the season's runway worn by Stephanie Roberts and was also worn by Monica Bellucci in 1991

and a rhinestone-encrusted gold-tone leaf brooch

captured by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott

From Yves Saint Laurent’s Fall/Winter 2003 collection under Tom Ford

finished with gold painted detailing

this avant-garde Paco Rabanne original is the perfect addition to any wardrobe

The jacket features a tall fold-over collar and large slits on either side

They were also featured in the ad campaign shot by Mario Testino and were worn by Maxwell

but weren’t willing to give up the idea of looking sensual and female