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Above: Yves Saint Laurent 6531 Y507
Valentine's Day 2026 is fast approaching and you're wondering what to buy. Flowers wilt, chocolates get eaten, perfume gets repeated...If you're looking for something truly special and unique this year, our vintage valentine's edit is here to inspire you.
Discover our rare collection of luxury vintage sunglasses from iconic Yves Saint Laurent.
We've recently acquired a rare collection of 1990s vintage YSL sunglasses, including several stunning heart inspired styles. The heart is a recurring motif in Yves Saint Laurent's work and carries a beautifully romantic story.
"Without an elegance of the heart, there is no elegance" - Yves Saint Laurent
With only nine styles in this special heart collection and very limited numbers available, this is a truly memorable way to say "I love you" this Valentine's Day.
The Romantic History Behind the YSL Heart
In 1962, just a year after the Yves Saint Laurent fashion house was founded, Saint Laurent designed a beautiful necklace with a small heart shaped pendent. It was crafted by Roger Scemama and his team and give to his friend and favourite model Victoire Doutreleau to wear.
It's widely known that Victoire had romantic ties with both Yves Saint Laurent and his partner Piere Bergé, adding even more intrigue and emotion to the story of the heart.
By 1979 the heart motif was reborn as a lucky charm. The heart pendant would be worn by Saint Laurent's. favourite models, who would then close the show - a symbolic stylish finale.
Yves Saint Laurent 6557 Y501
To this day, hearts remain a key motif in YSL collections, representing love, elegance and emotional strength.
Yet to steal your heart?
Get in touch with Emily Charlotte on info@retrospectacle.co.uk and we'll help you find the perfect vintage sunglasses for Valentine's Day 2026.