{"product_id":"vintage-1980s-yves-saint-laurent-wool-tuxedo-double-breasted-dinner-suit-size-44","title":"Vintage 1980s Yves Saint Laurent Wool Tuxedo Double Breasted Dinner Suit Size 44","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage tuxedo features an officially licensed \u003cb\u003eYves Saint Laurent\u003c\/b\u003e label and was retailed by \u003cb\u003eClassy of Montreal\u003c\/b\u003e, one of Canada's specialists in formalwear. Made in Canada from 100% pure virgin wool, it reflects the design aesthetic associated with Yves Saint Laurent's influence on men's evening wear during the late twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jacket is tailored in a double-breasted four-button style with satin-faced peak lapels, satin-covered buttons, jetted pockets, and a fully lined interior. The matching formal trousers feature the traditional satin side stripe, and have a flared leg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fabric label confirms the suit is \u003cb\u003e100% pure virgin wool.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe CA number identifies the maker as the French Connection of Montreal.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThey first used that name in 1976 and the name was transferred to another entity in 1990.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe Yves Saint Laurent in this style was used during the 1980s.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eClassy both retailed and rented formalwear - the pants only have a generic label but match well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLabels:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yves Saint Laurent label was produced under Classy Formal Wear's exclusive Canadian licensing agreement with Yves Saint Laurent, established in 1987.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe first tuxedos were made in Korea, but in 1988 Classy began transferring manufacturing of the tuxedos to Canada.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe CA number is registered to The French Connection of Montreal, which appears to have been responsible for the Canadian production of this tuxedo. The garment is labelled Made in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSizing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe size indicates a size 44 regular with 34” waist pants, but please refer to the measurements below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJacket\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoulders: 19 inches across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChest: 48 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaist: 43 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleeves: 25 1\/2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleeve inseam: 17 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 30 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrousers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaist: 34 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInseam: 33 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide length: 43 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent condition. The satin lapels, buttons, and trouser stripe remain crisp and attractive and the side pockets are still sewn shut, an indication that the jacket saw little use. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very dapper vintage tuxedo designed by one of the greatest Parisian fashion designers….very classy!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47907893543017,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1559\/files\/Yves-Saint-Laurent-Tuxedo.jpg?v=1786826557","url":"https:\/\/www.poppysvintageclothing.com\/products\/vintage-1980s-yves-saint-laurent-wool-tuxedo-double-breasted-dinner-suit-size-44","provider":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}