Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier 1998 Krishna Mesh Print Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier 1998 Krishna print mesh top. Features iconic "Krishna" print , round neckline and short sleeves style .
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier 1998 Krishna Mesh Print Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier 1998 Krishna print mesh top. Features iconic "Krishna" print , round neckline and short sleeves style .
Jean-Paul Gaultier backpack 'corset' 1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Double zip fastening. A 1998 Collection under the artistic direction of Jean Paul Gaultier.
Jean Paul Gaultier orange twisted bodysuit, ss 1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Jean Paul Gaultier bodysuit ▪ Spring-Summer 1998 ▪ Allover orange print features the artwork 'Krishna Leela' by Raja Ravi Varma (1910) ▪ A single piece that wraps around ...
Jean Paul Gaultier archival 1998 mesh Antique print dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in PARIS, FR
Jean Paul Gaultier archival 1998 collection mesh dress, antique print.
Vintage 1998 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Tattoo Print Sheer Mesh Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1998 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Tattoo Print Sheer Mesh Dress Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and hips: Shoulder: 16.53 inches (42 cm) not stretched Sleeves:...
$1,454Sale Price|43% Off
Jean Paul Gaultier Cuba print mesh maxi dres, ss 1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Milano, IT
- Stretch mesh with Cuba themed print throughout in hues of teal, brown and cream - Sold by Skof.Archive - Maxi dress with brown mesh lining - Spring Summer 1998 Size : FR 36 - EN...
Jean Paul Gaultier Spring Summer 1998 text calligraphy Spanish mesh sheer set
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Jean Paul Gaultier spring summer 1998 set, size L, the tag on the top is missing, excellent condition
Jean Paul Gaultier Femme 1998 “Antique Print” Mesh Hooded Top Size S
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare archival Jean Paul Gaultier Femme mesh top from the late 1990s featuring the iconic “Antique Print” motif, one of Gaultier’s most collectible art-history inspired series.
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier A/W 1998 Gothic Church Print Mesh Shirt
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier A/W 1998 Gothic Church Print Mesh Shirt .
$604Sale Price|35% Off
Jean Paul Gaultier Cuba print mesh long-sleeve shirt, ss 1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Milano, IT
- Cuba print shirt - Sold by Skof.Archive - Button closure - Fitted to the body - Stretch mesh with cuba themed print throughout in hues of teal, brown and cream - Made in Italy ...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER S/s 1998 Blue Printed Dress with Front Slit
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
The dress's fitted bodice is luxuriously detailed with swirling patterns and beadwork, leading down to a uniquely designed split front skirt that further accentuates its fluid, sea-...
S/S 1998 Jean Paul Gaultier Classique Gothic Logo Grey One-Piece Swimsuit Faces
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Jean Paul Gaultier Classique one-piece swimsuit from the Spring/Summer 1998 collection features a dramatic printed illustration inspired by religious iconography, aligned with t...
Jean Paul Gaultier Classique F/W 1998–1999 “Raft of the Medusa” Mesh Print Top M
By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Berlin, DE
Iconic vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Classique mesh top from the Fall/Winter 1998–1999 collection, featuring the house’s celebrated “Raft of the Medusa” art print inspired by Théodore G...
Jean Paul Gaultier Classique S/S 1998 Vintage Logo Semi-Sheer Mesh Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier Classique S/S 1998 Vintage Logo Semi-Sheer Mesh Maxi Dress Size S
Vintage long Mesh dress 1998 Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Carnate, IT
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier long mesh dress 1998 Jeans Jean Paul Gaultier collection.
Price Upon Request
In Full Swing: Shalom Harlow in Jean Paul Gaultier, The NYT Magazine, 1998
By Lillian Bassman
Located in New York, NY
Gelatin Silver Print 30x40 inches
Silver Gelatin
1998 Jean Paul Gaultier Black Leather Bustier Backpack
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, Chelsea
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Black Leather Bustier Backpack.
Jean Paul Gaultier F/W 1998 Runway Gothic Cross Mesh Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Jean Paul Gaultier Classique
Located in Rome, IT
Jean Paul Gaultier Fall/Winter 1998 Black Mesh long sleeve top with Red/Orange Gothic Cross motif both on front and back, black wool crewneck and cuffs.
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Jean Paul Gaultier AW1998 Velour Drip Coat
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Jean Paul Gaultier’s fall 1998 collection skewed heavily sartorial.
Jean Paul Gaultier 1998 brown leather bustier backpack
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier 1998 brown leather bustier backpack
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 1998 CLASSIQUE brown knit trim turtleneck mesh top IT40 S
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 1998 CLASSIQUE brown knit trim turtleneck mesh top IT40 S Reference: TGAS/C01750 Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection: FW 1998 Materia...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 1998 CLASSIQUE brown knit trim turtleneck mesh top IT40 S
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 1998 CLASSIQUE brown knit trim turtleneck mesh top IT40 S Reference: TGAS/C01750 Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection: FW 1998 Materia...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 1998 CLASSIQUE brown knit trim turtleneck mesh top IT40 S
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 1998 CLASSIQUE brown knit trim turtleneck mesh top IT40 S Reference: TGAS/C01750 Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection: FW 1998 Materia...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 1998 Marilyn Manson cathedral glass goth ringer tshirt IT40 S
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 1998 Marilyn Manson cathedral glass goth ringer tshirt IT40 S Reference: TGAS/C01747 Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection: 1998 Marily...
Rare 1998 Jean Paul Gaultier black leather bustier/corset shoulder handbag
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jean Paul Gaultier 1998 structured black glazed leather and matte leather shoulder bag...Rare to find...Lined in black watered taffeta, there is a single zipper compartment...The bag...
Fashion 5, Jean Paul Gaultier
By Sarah Moon
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Sarah Moon (France, born 1941) Fashion 5, Jean Paul Gaultier, 1998 Fresson Print Image Dimensions: 17 x 22 inches Paper Dimensions: 22 x 29 inches Edition 13 of 15 Signed, titled, da...
1997 - 1998 Rare Jean Paul Gaultier Black Wool Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Capri, IT
1997 - 1998 Rare Jean Paul Gaultier Black Jacket Gaultier rare classique jacket totally made in italy in size 44 Composition: Wool Lining: rayon acetate
Jean Paul Gaultier Sequin Embroidered Two-Piece Set, SS 1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Both pieces are worked with an ivory sequin ground, with floral motifs in turquoise, red, yellow and green sequins placed along the neckline, borders and hem. ▪ Brand: Jean Paul Gau...
Jean-Paul Gaultier High-Neck Long-Sleeved Dress 1997-1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean-Paul Gaultier - High-neck long-sleeved dress. 40FR size indicated. 1997/1998 Fall-Winter Collection.
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage S/S 1998 Frida Kahlo Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier Spring Summer 1998 Frida Kahlo sleeveless dress.
Jean Paul Gaultier Rare 1998 Iconic Black Leather Bustier Handbag
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER rare 1998 iconic black leather bustier shoulder handbag.
Vintage 1998 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Iconic Bustier Corset Leather Backpack Bag
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1998 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Iconic Bustier Corset Leather Backpack Bag Measurements: Height: 14 inches (35.56 cm) Width: 11 inches (27.94 cm) Depth: 3.5 inches (8.89 cm) Featur...
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Size: IT44 - FR40 - UK12 - US8/10
Jean Paul Gaultier Sequin Embroidered Silk Jacket with Fur Trim, FW 1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
The loose, straight-cut body is finished with brown fur trim framing the neckline, front opening, hem and cuffs. ▪ Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier ▪ Creative Director: Jean Paul Gaultier ...
Jean Paul Gaultier brown nylon mesh off-shoulder maxi dress, ss 1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Jean Paul Gaultier brown nylon mesh maxi dress ▪ Knot detail around bust ▪ Ribbed collar and cuffs ▪ Off-shoulder ▪ Figure hugging fit ▪ Approx.
Jean Paul Gaultier Frida Kahlo Print Chiffon Layer Dress, Spring 1998 Runway
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare vintage Jean Paul Gaultier dress from the iconic Spring 1998 Frida Kahlo tribute collection comes in a beautiful green and blue "Siempre Amor" watercolor print and features...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Size M Blue & White French Courtyard Scene 1998 Mesh Pullover
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Francisco, CA
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER CLASSIQUE pullover comes in an antique French courtyard "Ete 1998" graphic print stretch micro-mesh with long sleeves and a round neckline.
Jean Paul Gaultier Cuba print mesh t-shirt and maxi skirt set, ss 1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Jean Paul Gaultier skirt suit ▪ Stretch mesh with Cuba themed print throughout in hues of teal, brown and cream ▪ T-shirt with crew neck ▪ Maxi skirt with brown mesh lining ▪ Size...
Jean Paul Gaultier calligraphy print mesh t-shirt and maxi skirt set, ss 1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Jean Paul Gaultier skirt suit ▪ Stretch mesh with calligraphy print throughout in hues of yellow, red, blue and green ▪ T-shirt with crew neck ▪ Maxi skirt with red mesh lining ▪ ...
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1998 "Hommage a Frida Kahlo" Top & Skirt 2 Piece Set
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1998 "Hommage a Frida Kahlo" Oriental Bath Print Top & Skirt Ensemble 2 Piece Set
Jean Paul Gaultier Iconic Bustier Backpack '98 New
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
1998 Jean Paul Gaultier iconic bustier backpack purse.
Jean Paul Gaultier Classique S/S 1998 Vintage Logo Semi-Sheer Mesh Mini Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier Classique Vintage Logo Semi-Sheer Mesh Mini Dress Size M
1998 Jean Paul Gaultier Amour Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
1998 Jean Paul Gaultier printed Amour dress. Drawstrings at side seams on hem.
Jean Paul Gaultier Printed Mesh Ensemble, Spring-Summer 1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Geneva, CH
Mainly in light green tones, this Indian inspired maxi skirt and matching tank top/cardigan is a bold example of Jean Paul Gaultier’s inventive spirit. Both pieces of the ensemble ca...
Jean Paul Gaultier Rare 1998 Iconic Black Leather Bustier Handbag
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER rare 1998 iconic black leather bustier shoulder handbag.
Vintage 1998 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Iconic Bustier Corset Leather Suede Shoulder Bag
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1998 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Iconic Bustier Corset Leather Suede Shoulder Bag Measurements: Height: 14 inches (35.56 cm) Width: 11 inches (27.94 cm) Depth: 3.5 inches (8.89 cm) ...
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1998 Frida Kahlo Floral Print Mesh Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1998 Frida Kahlo Floral Print Mesh Dress Size S As seen on Halsey!
Jean Paul Gaultier Brown Sheer Silk Gazar Coat Dress c.1995-1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Studio City, CA
Jean Paul Gaultier sheer brown silk gazar Victorian-inspired coat.
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1998 Vintage Calligraphy Logo Print Mesh Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1998 Vintage Calligraphy Logo Print Mesh Maxi Skirt Dress Size L
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage S/S 1998 Frida Kahlo People Print Sheer Mesh Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage S/S 1998 Frida Kahlo People Print Sheer Mesh Top Please note size and fabric tag have been removed.
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1998 Vintage Calligraphy Logo Print Mesh Maxi Skirt Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1998 Vintage Calligraphy Logo Print Mesh Maxi Skirt Dress Size L Please note this piece is very versatile and it could be worn as a strapless dress or a maxi ...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage S/S 1998 Frida Kahlo Bodycon Semi-Sheer Mesh Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage S/S 1998 Frida Kahlo Bodycon Semi-Sheer Mesh Skirt Dress Please note this piece is very versatile and it could be worn as a strapless dress or a maxi skirt.
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1998 Hommage a Frida Kahlo Oriental Bath Print Mesh Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1998 "Hommage a Frida Kahlo" Oriental Bath Print Mesh Dress Size S
1994 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER RUNWAY maxi coat with frog closure & billowing sleeves
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Secures with snap and hidden tie. Fully lined in Jean Paul Gaultier 1997/1998 fabric. Made in Italy.
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1998 Mesh Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hertfordshire, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 1998 - Classique line All over pattern mesh maxi dress Size XL Stretch fabric so can fit a variety of sizes Follow us on Instagram - @studdedpetals
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Size: unknown- fits many sizes
S/S 1998 Jean Paul Gaultier Runway Black Suspender Pinafore Steampunk Gown Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 1998 Jean Paul Gaultier runway- photographed with a long crinoline skirt to give it volume as on the runway- skirt is not included.
Jean Paul Gaultier Bustier Backpack Purse
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage 1998 Jean Paul Gaultier iconic bustier backpack purse.
Jean Paul Gaultier SS1998 Mesh Tank Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Jean Paul Gaultier’s spring 1998 show referenced iconoclasts of the past and present, focusing on Marilyn Manson and Frida Khalo.
Jean Paul Gaultier 1998 Frida Kahlo T-Shirt
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Bath, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier Femme 1998 Collection Labelled size 40
Jean Paul Gaultier 1998/9 Trompe l'oeil Goddess Graffiti Outfit
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Bath, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier Goddess and Graffiti Two Piece Outfit Labelled size 40
Jean Paul Gaultier Bustier Backpack - shiny black leather 1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Baarn, NL
Unique and rare backpack by Jean Paul Gaultier, reminiscent of Madonna's Blond Ambition tour.
Jean-Paul Gaultier Spring 1998 Frida Kahlo Apron Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Prague, CZ
The most stylish apron in history of fashion! This beautiful apron can be worn as a dress and layered with different items of clothing, find countless inspiration on the runway of Sp...
Jean Paul Gaultier Blue Navy Beige Skirt Suit Dress Monogram Graffiti 1998
By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Jean Paul Gaultier vintage dress suit 1998 collection, composed of a top with red straps and long skirt.
Roberto Cavalli black/gray bustier
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in New York, NY
Roberto Cavalli black with gray boning bustier has boning in seven sections for a more comfortable fit and wear. The center back has an zipper which measures 9". The shoulder straps ...
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
F/W 1994 John Galliano Runway Black Satin Double Breasted Oversized Pantsuit
By John Galliano
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible black satin John Galliano oversized suit. From the Fall/Winter 1994 collection, a version of this fabulous suit debuted on the season’s runway as Look 16, mo...
Stunning Snakeskin Patchwork Coat with Sheared Mink Lining and Black Fox Trim
Located in Tustin, CA
The patchwork aesthetic is this fall and winter’s most sought after look, which was proven on the runways during fashion month. Designers created plenty of patchwork pieces for their...
$225Sale Price|50% Off
H 1.38 in W 5.52 in
Vintage Chanel CC Interlocking Black Large Side Logo Grey Lens Sunglasses
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Vintage Chanel Millennium Black Rhinestone CC Logo Sunglasses Step into timeless elegance with these Vintage Chanel Millennium Sunglasses, a rare collector’s piece from the early 20...
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
Anna Molinari cream chiffon coral embellished gown
By Anna Molinari
Located in New York, NY
Anna Molinari cream colored double-layer chiffon spagetti strap gown is cut on the bias for a form-fitting fit. The embellishment is of micro-coral seed beading and also micro pink s...
Iconic extremely rare Tom Ford for Gucci Damask « Dragon » purse FW 2004
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in NICE, FR
Timeless in Nice.vintage.darling: The iconic «Dragon» handbags in alligator skin and the incredibly beautiful velvet with gold dusting from the era of Tom Ford at Gucci. Fall Winter...
Christian Dior New Silk Dress S/S 2015
By Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful yellow silk gown dress from Christian Dior. It is sleeveless and has a crew neckline with tucks around it's circumference opening to the hem which has a side slit- chic ...
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2002 Portrait Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier Spring Summer 2002 ‘Portrait ’dress. Featuring two long mesh straps on each side with multi use, the dress can also be worn as a skirt. (As seen on Kylie Jenner). ...
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...
Roberto Cavalli 1999 Runway Silk Floral Long Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
I am so thrilled to present an exclusive vintage Roberto Cavalli blue slip sexy dress. This exquisite piece showcases a decorative floral pattern. draped at the bust, held up by spag...
New Versace Fur Mink Leopard Print Coat It. 38
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Real Mink Leopard Print Coat Designer size - 38 ( pls. check measurements) 100% Real Mink, Oversize Raccoon Fur Collar, 100% Silk Lining, Two Side Pockets, One Inner Pock...
Stunning Thierry Mugler Archival FW 1986 Evening Gown Crystal Black Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Gorgeous extremely rare Iconic Thierry Mugler Evening Dress, FW 1986 Collection "Les Voleuses" Museum worthy Collectors Piece The most dramatic evening gown with amazing crystal rhi...
Thierry Mugler Archival Runway Jacket FW 1996 Les Amazones Sculptural Sexy
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Power. Precision. Seduction. Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1996 Les Amazones jacket is the ultimate sartorial weapon - crafted not just to be worn, but to command. This architectural ...
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Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 1985 Faux Fur Coat
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Norwich, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier 'Gibo' coat, in blue faux fur. From the Fall/Winter 1985 collection, as seen on the runway. Very oversized design, with large pockets to front and quilted lining ...
Endeavoring to tear down gender stereotypes and sartorial norms on the catwalk, making underwear outerwear, putting men in skirts and models of all shapes and sizes on the runway, Jean Paul Gaultier has created wildly provocative, transformational designs for day dresses, gowns, tops and other garments that draw on numerous influences and boldly merge haute couture with street sensibility.
An only child raised in the suburbs of Paris, Gaultier didn’t have a formal fashion education. But he loved to sketch and was drawn to clothing, citing the corsets in his maternal grandmother’s closet as having a formative impact on his creative direction. He’s said that some of his earliest fashion work was for his teddy bear, and later he would send his sketches to designers he revered, including Pierre Cardin.
Gaultier began his career in 1970 as an assistant to Cardin, who admired the sketches the 18-year-old had sent for his appraisal. After Gaultier had his first runway show in 1976, featuring unconventional statements like pairing motorcycle jackets with ballerina skirts, it didn’t take long for his star to rise.
Gaultier's playful but exquisitely crafted reimaginings of classic Parisian styles — the striped mariner shirt, the trench coat — soon became recurring themes of his eponymous house, which he founded with his life partner and business associate Francis Menuge in 1982.
“He was absolutely peerless for the longest time in the late ’80s and early ’90s,” fashion editor Tim Blanks told the New York Times. This was the period of Gaultier’s most iconic designs.
In 1984, Gaultier’s “Boy Toy” collection challenged men’s fashion with striped shirts and skirts — and sold around 3,000 of them. He was hailed for spectacle-laden runway shows and superb tailoring. Gaultier began to work with Madonna during the late 1980s, and, at the pop star’s request, he designed the costumes for her 1990 “Blond Ambition” tour. Her pink corset became a cultural touchstone of the era.
Gaultier continued to expand his brand. There were the colorful all-over graphic prints in the sheer stretch-tulle fabric of his Soleil line — which have gained fans in millennials seeking the authentic, easy style of 1990s fashion — and he debuted his first couture collection in 1997. Gaultier created costumes for film and stage and was nominated for a César Award for Best Costume Design for The City of Lost Children (1995) and then a second for Luc Besson’s The Fifth Element (1997).
From 2003 to 2010, Gaultier was the creative director for Hermès. The first international exhibition of his work, “The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk,” debuted in 2011 at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and toured to cities including Stockholm, New York City, Dallas and London. Vintage Gaultier Birkin bags are unsurprisingly sought-after collectibles, and the So Black collection — a line that included the So Black Birkin, which featured black PVD-coated hardware — was among his last works for the brand before his departure.
Gaultier presented his last ready-to-wear collection in 2014 and in 2020 stepped down from his couture line, ending his boundary-pushing, industry-shaping reign with a raucous show of more than 230 outfits formed from fragments of collections from across his 50-year career.
One of fashion’s enfants terribles, Gaultier has never sought out pretty for pretty’s sake. Instead, he has challenged the traditional ideals of beauty. Today, the designer's vintage clothing designs — experimental undergarments cut from lace and suede, leather-trimmed evening dresses and jackets of denim, plastic or striped jersey — are as punk as they are high fashion.
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