YVES SAINT LAURENT - 1980s Gripoix Button Earrings

These vintage Yves Saint Laurent clip-on earrings feature luminous clear Gripoix poured glass cabochons set within organically shaped silver-tone metal frames. The irregular faceted stones possess the characteristic hand-crafted appearance prized in Gripoix jewelry, with natural inclusions and subtle variations that catch and diffuse the light beautifully. A delicate beaded border surrounds each glass centerpiece, adding texture and refinement to the sculptural silhouette. Elegant yet distinctly modern, these earrings exemplify Yves Saint Laurent's mastery of combining artisanal materials with bold fashion jewelry design, creating accessories that remain timeless decades after their creation.