Dior vs YSL: Which Luxury Handbags to Choose?
YSL and Dior are usually compared to each other as they are one of the few French luxury fashion houses that also sell iconic handbags.
So today, we’ll explore Dior vs YSL handbags to help you figure out which style is the right one for you!
History
Both YSL’s and Dior’s histories are surprisingly intertwined with each other.
The history of YSL
Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) is a French fashion designer who actually started working at Christian Dior before becoming their creative director briefly.
After being drafted in WW2 and his time in the French army, he started the fashion house YSL with his business partner Pierre Bergé.
As a fashion house, YSL started with fashion for young women. After opening the Rive Gauche boutique, YSL became instantly successful with the Beatnik look and the first tuxedo suit for women, known as Le Smoking suit.
After many years of new creative directors contributing to the brand name, YSL is now recognized for its perfume, fragrances, cosmetics, small leather goods, jewelry, and shoes.
The history of Dior
Christian Dior is a French designer who founded his Dior House in 1946, which quickly became successful after his first collection debut.
Royalty and Hollywood stars at the time loved Dior’s designs in the 1950s, which added to the house’s popularity with boutiques opening in Paris, London, and New York City. But after having a heart attack, 21-year-old Yves Saint Laurent became Dior's creative director.
But YSL’s design for Dior was criticized by the older, rich customers who wanted something more sophisticated and elegant. After being replaced by Marc Bohan and other following creative directors, Dior still stands as one of the top luxury brands out there.
What is the difference between YSL vs Dior?
We’ll go more in-depth on the main difference between Dior and YSL.
1. Handbag price range
When you buy either one of the brand’s handbags new, they can cost between:
- YSL: $1000-$5000
- Dior: $1500-$8000
Let’s take a look at one of their top-selling top-handle handbag prices:
- Saint Laurent Sac de Jour: Around $3000
- Lady Dior: Around $6,000
Both of these prices depend on the size and the leather material.
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Let’s compare both brands’ price range when they are preloved:
- YSL: $200-$1000
- YSL Sac de Jour: Around $1200, where the original is $3000!)
- Dior: $300-$3000
- Lady Dior: Around $1000 (where the original is $6000!)
The prices of preloved YSL and Dior will vary depending on the condition, age, and rarity. But overall, you still get a better deal when luxury handbags are preloved.
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Quite the opposite really.
Since WLD is based in Japan, these luxury bags and more are sourced with the highest and most authentic quality. Japanese consumer takes meticulous care for their high-end items, which include handbags.
So, when these are resold, they are practically like new.
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2. Materials
The majority of YSL bags are made with calfskin leather with a shiny finish. But some bags have a texture finished, which makes them more durable and more scratch resistance, while others have a smoother touch, which can be scuffed more easily.
On the other hand, Dior uses a mix of calfskin, lambskin, and goatskin leather. Lambskin does feel more luxuries but is prone to scratches. But a combination of the leather adds durability and a textured finish. Plus, Dior offers more material for their handbags like canvas, wickers, raffia, and satin.
Best-selling bags from YSL Vs Dior
There are so many incredible pieces available from both YSL and Dior, so we have narrowed the choice by focusing on the best-selling handbags. There are lots of different styles available here, so hopefully, you will find one that suits you and perhaps inspires a future purchase.
a) Tote bags
The most famous YSL and Dior tote bags are their Rive Gauche Tote Bag and Dior Book Tote, respectively.
The YSL’s Rive Gauche Tote Bag has large “Saint Laurent Rive Gauche” printed, embroidered, or embossed on the front with 2 leather handles, made from canvas, and has a magnetic snap closure.
The Dior Book tote is an open-top bag with a Toile de Jouy print with Christian Dior name across the bag. But it also comes in different designs, different colors, and sizes.
b) Shoulder bags
The YSL LE 5 À 7 bag is a simple shoulder bag with a minimalist silhouette. It has YSL’s signature logo attached to the flap. The strap is adjustable with a leather-lined interior.
While the Dior Saddle Bag has an asymmetrical shape, large CD metal strap attachments, and a large D hardware charm hanging. Typically, the Saddle bag comes in black grained calfskin but is also available in different skins and canvas.
c) Top handle bags
It was hard to pick, but we chose YSL’s Sac de Jou to compare. It is chic with a minimalist design that comes in different colors. It is usually made with smooth calf leather, an adjustable, removable shoulder strap, and cinched side panels.
The Lady Dior, one of Dior’s bag collections, features a more distinctive design. It has an intricate Cannage stitch with hanging Dior charms. It also comes with a detachable and adjustable shoulder strap.
In closing
You honestly cannot go wrong with either luxury handbag brand. Each provides what you need: a stylish, durable, and luxurious handbag. It all comes down to preference on which design you like more.