Spring 2012 is all about brilliant pops of color. Play up the trend in sport-inspired shapes with artsy edges and a side of urban-cool attitude.

Exotic tribal accessories add a touch of YSL to any outfit.

This month, the Denver Art Museum becomes the sole location in the United States to host the career retrospective of fashion haute couturier Yves Saint Laurent, who revolutionized and modernized women’s wardrobes. His former business and life partner, Pierre Bergé, 82, helped establish the YSL house back in 1961. Bergé spoke with 5280 recently about YSL’s legacy.