fashion
March 4, 2026
YSL lights up Paris fashion week show with return of Le Smoking suit
Anthony Vaccarello marks decade at helm of fashion house with powered-up take on Yves Saint Laurent’s classic

TL;DR
- Yves Saint Laurent's iconic Le Smoking suit returned to the Paris catwalk 60 years after its invention.
- The 2026 version was adapted by Anthony Vaccarello with a 1980s Wall Street aesthetic, featuring maximal jewelry and oversized jackets.
- The show, staged with elaborate displays, acknowledged current global events and their impact on the luxury market.
- The luxury market has flattened, with Kering reporting a decrease in annual revenue, though YSL is noted for its resilience.
- Fashion reflects culture but also offers aspiration and fantasy, allowing people to dress for the world they desire.
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