Yves Saint Laurent known as one of the best couturiers was inspired by Picasso and Matisse. Pablo Picasso ( 25 October 1881- 8 April 1873) was a Spanish Painter draughtsman and sculptor. He is one of the most recognized figures in the 20th-century art. (Wikipedia, Pablo Picasso). Yves Saint Laurent's collection from 202 shows designs from Picasso's work and Matisse. His glamorous evening clothes were often adorned with appliques and beadwork inspired by artists like Picasso, Miro and Matisse. "Above all, he was a master colorist, able to mix green, blue, rose and yellow in one outift to acheive an effect that was artistic and never garish". (Yves Saint Laurent).