Irving Penn's 1957 portrait of a young Yves Saint Laurent is one of nearly 300 photographs and archival pieces here, alongside contact sheets, magazine spreads and campaigns. It makes the case that photography did not just sell the clothes but helped invent how fashion is seen. If you care about fashion or photography, this closing weekend is your last shot at a show built from the Paris YSL archive.
What to expect
Galleries move through the decades of the house, pairing famous editorial images with the working materials behind them. Expect a lot of black-and-white portraiture, printed magazines and campaign images, with wall texts naming the photographers behind each era.
Good to know
- ICP is at 84 Ludlow Street; take the F to Delancey Street or the J, M or Z to Essex Street.
- Closing days draw crowds, so buy tickets online ahead.
- The ICP shop has a deep photobook selection worth a browse.
- Pairs well with the New Museum's reopening a short walk away on the Bowery.
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Common questions
When does Yves Saint Laurent and Photography close?
ICP lists the run as Jun 11–Sep 28, 2026.
How big is the show?
Nearly 300 photographs and archival objects.
Who organized it?
ICP, with the Musée Yves Saint Laurent Paris.
