San Francisco's de Young Museum is currently housing 40 years of design icon Yves Saint Laurent's work, from sketches to 120 fully accessorized outfits.The exhibit opened in November 2008 and is closing in April 2009; don't miss your opportunity to see some amazing fashion.

The exhibition is divided into four themes:

"Masterful Pencil Strokes"

Allows attendees to see Yves' work from pencil sketch to finished garment, emphasizing his incomparible understanding of a women's silhouette.

"The YSL Revolution"

Presents Yves Saint Laurent's functional, menswear inspired designs (the peacoat, safari jacket, etc.) which would become the groundwork for today's fashion scene; this exhibit also include YSL's 1971 designs, a sophisticated alternative to the hippie trends of the era.

"The Palette"

Brings YSL's use of color to attention, and also presents his actual inspirations, such as Morocco, Spain, geometry, and prints.

"Lyrical Sources"

Showcases the use of art, literary, and historical inspiration in haute couture. Referenced are Picasso, Oscar Wilde, Shakespeare, as well as notes taken from nature, such as feathers, pelts, and flowers.

The exhibit is open for viewing Tuesday-Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 9:30 a.m.-5:15 p.m. as well as Fridays 9:30-8:45 p.m.

San Francisco is the only city in the country presenting this exhibition- all the more reason to check it out!