Yves Saint Laurent Alpaca Overcoat Taupe | Sold Attire

A taupe Yves Saint Laurent overcoat where fabric leads and everything else follows.

This authenticated vintage Yves Saint Laurent alpaca blend overcoat was crafted in Italy, with a soft, fluid handle that sits cleanly on the body. The colour lives between beige and stone, the kind of neutral that sharpens whatever is worn beneath it. Condition is rated 9/10, with the surface even and the structure holding firm.

The Designer's Vision

Yves Saint Laurent built his empire on a single philosophy: women should dress like men, but remain unmistakably feminine. His tailoring was never about decoration—it was about proportion, fabric, and the way a coat can confer authority without effort.

This alpaca blend overcoat embodies that vision. Alpaca was YSL's fabric of choice for outerwear because of its softness, warmth, and the way it drapes without collapsing. The taupe colourway—neither beige nor grey—was deliberate. It was designed to work as a neutral anchor that elevates everything worn beneath it.

Made in Italy, this coat reflects YSL's commitment to Italian craftsmanship and fabric-first tailoring. The relaxed fit was designed for layering over winter separates, while the clean lines maintain the silhouette's integrity.

For the collector in Cairo, this is not simply an overcoat. It is an entry into YSL's philosophy of effortless elegance, authenticated and rare.

Pieces like this explain why Yves Saint Laurent Cairo buyers gravitate toward fabric-first tailoring. It signals taste without explanation. For those building a winter wardrobe around designer coats Cairo, this coat works quietly in the background, making everything else look deliberate.

Discover more cold-weather pieces in our Winter Vintage Essentials collection.

It reads as certainty, not styling.

Provenance & Craft

• Brand: Yves Saint Laurent—the house that liberated women's wardrobes since 1961
• Material: Alpaca blend in taupe—soft, warm, and fluid
• Origin: Made in Italy with YSL's signature tailoring precision
• Condition: Excellent (9/10)—minimal wear, even surface, firm structure
• Closure: Button front with clean finishing
• Pockets: Side pockets for functionality
• Fit: Classic, relaxed—designed for layering
• Estimated Size: Medium–Large (comparable to EU 48–50)
• Lining: Fully lined for warmth and structure

Dimensions & Size

• Fit Guidance: Comparable to EU 48–50
• Notes: Designed for layering over winter knitwear and tailored separates

Styling Intelligence

Formal: Worn over tailored pieces in charcoal or deep navy for a clean winter silhouette at business meetings in Zamalek or evening events in Maadi.

Casual: Layered with cashmere knitwear and denim for understated cold-weather dressing in New Cairo or weekend trips to Gouna.

This is the piece you reach for when you want to be remembered for your taste, not your effort.

Investment Value

Market reference: Comparable Yves Saint Laurent alpaca overcoats typically trade between USD $1,200–$1,600 depending on condition and era. YSL outerwear from the Italian-made era maintains strong resale value due to superior fabric quality and the house's enduring design codes.

Unlike trend-driven pieces, YSL alpaca coats appreciate with time—both in value and in the stories they collect.

The Sold Attire Standard

• Authenticated by our in-house luxury specialists
• Curated in Cairo for collectors who recognize fabric-first tailoring
• Complimentary authentication certificate included
• Next-day delivery across Egypt
• 14-day return privilege with complimentary collection

Acquire a piece of YSL heritage. This is not a trend—it is a legacy.