# Hepburn-Styled Lookbooks The Yves Saint Laurent Pre-Fall Line Reveals Classic Inspiration By Ryan Hinkson | Published 2010-06-10 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yves-saint-laurent-pre-fall-2010 References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2010/06/yves-saint-laurent-pre-fall-2010.html) & [ysl](http://www.ysl.com/) I am a sucker for a well-dressed woman and few clothing lines dress women as well as [Yves Saint Laurent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-of-yves-saint-laurent). Want proof? Check out the fashions from the Yves Saint Laurent pre-fall 2010 lookbook. The line seems to have taken on a very Audrey Hepburn-inspired type look. Stylish ladies everywhere will love the classic take on dresses, skirts, jumpsuits and host of accessories. The Yves Saint Laurent [pre-fall 2010 collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection) is definitely on point. **Implications** - While fashion has been veering towards more extreme looks, consumers are still looking to classic styles that will always be in fashion. Businesses that are looking to gain can create products that exemplify this elegant and classic idea of beauty. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Classic-inspired Lookbooks:** Fashion lines like Yves Saint Laurent are turning to classic, Audrey Hepburn-inspired looks, signaling a trend towards timeless style. - **Elegant Fashion:** The YSL pre-fall line is a testament to the popularity of elegant, timeless fashion that appeals to a broad consumer base and provides opportunities for new, sleek fashion innovations. - **Timeless Accessories:** Incorporating classic styles into accessories can bring a touch of sophistication to any outfit, creating a new market and products for those embracing Audrey Hepburn-style pieces. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry has an opportunity to create timeless styles that appeal to a broader consumer base, particularly those seeking a more classic look. - **Accessories:** The popularity of classic, elegant aesthetics offers opportunities for accessory designers to create timeless pieces that can appeal to a much larger audience. - **Cosmetics:** Cosmetics companies can create products to pair with classic fashion that embrace timeless, sophisticated beauty and provide a refreshing alternative to more dramatic looks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Effortless Autumn Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/szane-fall-2025.md) - [Retrospective Chic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefall-2026-collection.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Minimalist Gallery Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-springsummer-2024.md) - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [high-end alpine collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highend-alpine.md)