French luxury fashion house Yves Saint Laurent founded by its namesake and his partner, Pierre Bergé in 1961 is considered one of the world's most prominent fashion houses. In 1964, Saint Laurent created his first fragrance, Y - an olfactory expression of the elegance and luxury of his couture. The fragrance was an instant hit, and retains its reputation for being one of the best from the brand. Rive Gauche (1970), Opium (1977), Kourous (1981), and Paris (1983) are iconic classics that remain bestsellers/