# Late 1980s/Early 1990s Yves Saint Laurent Fuchsia Suede Pumps, Modern US 5.5/6

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- Published: 2026-08-04T07:06:39-07:00
- Author: russ

A beautifully preserved pair of vintage Yves Saint Laurent pumps in saturated fuchsia
suede.

The design is pared back enough to let the color and silhouette make the statement.
Sharply tapered toes, low-cut vamps, and slender covered heels create a long, refined
line, while the rich suede gives the vivid pink a soft, dimensional finish.

Metallic gold-tone interiors carry the full **Yves Saint Laurent** name. The smooth
black outsoles are finished with engraved YSL monograms and clearly marked European
size 36.

The intensely colored suede and streamlined pointed-pump construction reflect the
polished, high-impact footwear language associated with the late 1980s and early
1990s. They work equally well as evening shoes or as the single flash of color in
a restrained daytime look.

Pair them with black tailoring, a narrow cocktail dress, dark denim, a charcoal 
column skirt, or a deep burgundy knit. The fuchsia also works beautifully against
ivory, chocolate brown, navy, emerald, and metallic accessories.

**Details**

**Designer:** Yves Saint Laurent
 **Estimated Era:** Late 1980s to early 1990s **
Production Status:** True vintage **Color:** Fuchsia pink **Upper:** Suede **Interior:**
Metallic gold-tone branded insoles and lining **Toe Shape:** Tapered pointed toe**
Heel Style:** Slim suede-covered high heel **Closure:** Slip-on **Outsole:** Smooth
black outsole with engraved YSL monogram **Marked Size:** EU 36 **Estimated Modern
US Size:** US 5.5/6 **Approximate Modern UK Size:** UK 2.5/3 **Approximate Modern
EU/FR/IT Size:** 35.5/36 **Approximate Japanese Size:** JP 22.5/23 **Estimated Width:**
Narrow to standard-narrow **Country of Origin:** Not recorded **Quantity:** One 
pair

**Fit Notes**

Marked European size 36 and estimated to best fit a modern women’s US 5.5/6.

The sharply tapered toe and close pump construction may feel more fitted through
the forefoot than a contemporary rounded-toe shoe carrying the same European marking.
These are likely best suited to a narrow or standard-narrow foot, or someone comfortable
with a close pointed-pump fit.

Approximate modern international equivalents are UK 2.5/3, EU/FR/IT 35.5/36, and
JP 22.5/23. These conversions are guidance rather than guaranteed equivalents because
fit varies according to maker, production period, last, width, toe shape, and preferred
toe room.

**Condition**

**Excellent Vintage Condition.**

The fuchsia suede retains vivid, even color and presents beautifully overall. Visible
wear is limited to light nap variation, faint surface handling, subtle marks around
the toes and heel counters, and expected light wear to the metallic gold-tone interiors.

The smooth black outsoles show minimal surface wear, with the engraved YSL monograms
and size markings remaining clear. The suede-covered heels present well, and both
heel tips retain visible tread.

No major staining, deep abrasion, sole separation, collapsed heel, or structural
damage is visible in the photos. Please review all images closely, particularly 
the suede toes, heel counters, interiors, heel tips, and soles.

**Styling Notes**

Use the fuchsia as the focal point. Pair these with a black trouser suit, dark straight-
leg denim, an ivory blouse, a charcoal midi skirt, or a narrow evening dress.

The color also works beautifully with oxblood, chocolate brown, navy, emerald, and
warm metallic accessories.

**Curation Note**

Each Quirk piece is hand selected by our team for quality, construction, styling
potential, and point of view.

**Authenticity Note**

Designer items are reviewed before being brought to market. Quirk takes authenticity
seriously, and the sale of counterfeit goods is illegal. Any included third-party
authentication paperwork will be noted clearly.