{"product_id":"montre-yves-saint-laurent-vintage-cadran-bleu-bicolore-1990","title":"Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Watch — Two-Tone Blue Dial (1990s) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA deep blue in a jewel-like format\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Yves Saint Laurent watch, produced around 1990, is a feminine piece in a jewel-like format, with a 22mm two-tone round case. The bezel and case middle are in steel, while a golden surround frames the dial and extends into the bracelet. Two series of golden fluting, at three and nine o'clock, mark the junction between the case and the chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial is the focal point. Against a \u003cstrong\u003edeep blue radial gradient\u003c\/strong\u003e, lighter at the center and darkening toward the periphery, twelve applied golden dots mark the hours. No markers, no numerals, no seconds hand: the \u003cstrong\u003eYSL\u003c\/strong\u003e monogram beneath twelve is the only inscription. The surface is left bare, and that is what gives the color its depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bracelet continues this jewelry logic. It alternates \u003cstrong\u003egolden Y-links\u003c\/strong\u003e with narrower steel links, in a construction that has more in common with a jewelry chain than with a watch strap. The overall length measures 16cm and remains adjustable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYves Saint Laurent developed its watch lines from the 1980s onward, entrusting production to Japanese manufacturers while retaining control over the design. This piece is representative of that approach: the fashion house brings the monogram, the two-tone construction, and the chain work; the Japanese watchmaker, the reliability of the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue gradient dial\u003c\/strong\u003e — lighter at the center and darkening toward the edge, left entirely bare except for twelve golden dots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eY-link bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e — an alternation of golden and steel elements that has more in common with a jewelry chain than with a watch strap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22mm jewel-like format\u003c\/strong\u003e — a scale that few brands still offer, supported by the renewed appeal of small women's watches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose a vintage fashion house watch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying a \u003cstrong\u003evintage Yves Saint Laurent watch\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than a new model offers access to a fashion house design at a controlled budget. \u003cstrong\u003eVintage quartz watches\u003c\/strong\u003e from this period are also among the easiest to maintain on the pre-owned market: a battery change is all it takes to get them running again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece occupies a precise place among \u003cstrong\u003evintage women's watches\u003c\/strong\u003e: its 22mm format and link bracelet place it firmly in the jewelry register, a segment that fashion houses explored with greater freedom than watch manufactures. \u003cstrong\u003eSmall vintage watches\u003c\/strong\u003e are now experiencing a marked resurgence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all our \u003cstrong\u003epre-owned watches\u003c\/strong\u003e, this one has been opened and inspected by our watchmakers: verification of the movement, examination of the dial, hands, and case. Every \u003cstrong\u003evintage watch\u003c\/strong\u003e we offer comes with an invoice Atelier Victor serving as a certificate, a one-year warranty, and lifetime guaranteed authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/collection-yves-saint-laurent-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our vintage Yves Saint Laurent selection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-moins-500\"\u003eView our vintage watches under €500\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yves Saint Laurent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-tone round dress watch\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1990s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Women's watch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese quartz, caliber 5430\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-tone, steel and golden elements, round shape (steel caseback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22mm (24mm including the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden, fluted, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue with a radial gradient, applied golden dots, YSL monogram, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden, baton-shaped, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral (condition 9\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-tone Y-link, integrated, 16cm adjustable, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very well preserved condition. The blue dial is even, its gradient intact, and the applied dots and monogram are crisp. The Crystal is in very fine condition (9\/10). The case and bracelet show light signs of use, consistent with the age of the piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not guaranteed (vintage watch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifetime guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quartz movement checked, new battery, guaranteed for 1 year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original box and papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a dial without hour markers legible?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, but readability relies on the twelve applied dots rather than raised hour markers or numerals. These golden dots catch the light and stand out clearly against the deep blue. It is a deliberate minimalist choice, common on watches from fashion houses, where the dial surface matters more than the number of markers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the bracelet be adjusted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt measures 16cm and remains adjustable by removing links with a watchmaker. We can take care of this before shipping if you let us know your wrist size. Please note that this is an integrated bracelet, designed for this specific case: it cannot be replaced with a standard strap with lugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho made Yves Saint Laurent watches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe house developed its watch lines from the 1980s onward, entrusting production to Japanese manufacturers while retaining control over the design. This is a common practice among fashion houses, which bring the artistic direction and monogram, while the watchmaker provides the movement and assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should a two-tone case be cared for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA soft, dry cloth is sufficient for routine care. The golden parts are plated: the gold layer thins over time in areas exposed to friction, here mainly the bracelet links. Avoid abrasive products and household cleaners, which accelerate this wear without improving the appearance of the steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat wrist size is this watch suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWith a 22mm case and a 16cm bracelet, this is a strictly feminine format, suited to slender wrists. The link bracelet wears supple and follows the wrist like a chain. It can be worn on its own or paired with other slim bracelets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Saint Laurent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54678911222097,"sku":null,"price":472.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_06354.jpg?v=1787684718","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-yves-saint-laurent-watch-two-tone-blue-dial-1990","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}