French Icon: Catherine Deneuve
Today, we will continue our series of French icons, especially in jackets. Catherine Deneuve is a French fashion and movie muse, as well as the muse of Yves Saint Laurent. She exudes elegance with ease and simplicity, keeping the Parisian style simple, while adding a touch of femininity.
Deneuve in 1961, in a ladylike jacket and skirt. Wear our Short Jacket Victoire - Île d'Yeu White for a feminine, waist-accentuating look.
Deneuve and Yves Saint Laurent photographed by Helmut Newton in 1981, celebrating the 20th anniversary of YSL. Deneuve is wearing a wool tuxedo jacket. Laurent and Deneuve had a "beautiful love affair", and with that came some iconic fashion moments. The tuxedo jacket was first worn by Deneuve in the 1960s and has since been worn by many stars and celebrities. Buy our Louise jacket in Vendome Black to replicate the style of the "le smoking" jacket.
Deneuve travels and looks effortlessly elegant as she does. She wore the blazer in a classic way with a white shirt, pants and Louis Vuitton luggage. Try our Mathilde Bleu Fontainebleau or Olive Foncé de Provence jacket with its oversized fit to replicate the casual chic style.
Dressed in YSL Deneuve takes a break from shooting "Liza" in Corsica in 1970. The white suit is worn with ease and simplicity. Wear our Louise en Blanc d'île d'Yeu jacket for an all white look.
Keeping her eternal femininity, Deneuve wears a lovely pink blazer with accessories, in 1992. Our Mathilde jacket in Rose Pale from Toulouse will bring you a feminine touch.
Deneuve in 1985, making a statement by belting a plaid blazer. In YSL style, the blazer has strong shoulders and is worn with a suit clutch. Deneuve keeps it feminine in a bold blazer with a clutch, blouse and diamonds. Belt any color of our oversized Mathilde blazers to make a fashionable statement.
We will end with the iconic film Belle du Jour (1967), with costumes by Yves Saint Laurent. The costumes in the film have continued to be known for their "classic modernity". The sophisticated clothing almost brings a "surrealist feel to the film". Here, Deneuve wears a tailored red suit ensemble with a short Eisenhower jacket. Shop our Mathilde jacket in Rouge Amour to embody the timeless style of the film's heroine.
This article was written by Tess RUSSELL.
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