A Diamond in the Rough

Hedi Slimane's latest launch for Saint Laurent.

Saint Laurent by Hedi Slimane
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By Claire Carruthers
Nov 04, 2013

Since taking the reins at French fashion giant Saint Laurent, Hedi Slimane has dirtied the house codes by aligning the brand to music and a grungier, underground aesthetic. In the hands of another designer, the launch of a diamond jewelry collection might seem like a contradiction, but Slimane works his magic to keep both campaign and product in tune with his subversive vision.