Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER "Cyberbaba" Body Optical Illusion Blazer Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER "Cyberbaba" Body Optical Illusion Blazer Jacket Approximate measurements taken laid flat, double bust and waist: Shoulder: 15.75 inches (40 cm) Sleeves: 2...
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Optic Illusion Geometric Iridescent Asymmetric Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Optic Illusion Geometric Iridescent Asymmetric Dress Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and hips: Shoulder: 12.40 inches (31.5 cm) Bu...
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Constellation Face Optic Illusion Shirt Blazer Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Constellation Face Optic Illusion Shirt Blazer Jacket Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Shoulder: 16.14 inches (41 cm) Sleeves: ...
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1996 Vintage Cyberbaba Optical Illusion Jacket Blazer Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1996 Vintage Cyberbaba Optical Illusion Jacket Blazer Top IT 44 AS SEEN ON KYLIE JENNER
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Trompe L'oeil Smoking Black Tuxedo Long Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Jean Paul Gaultier Classique
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Trompe L'oeil Smoking Black Tuxedo Long Dress Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and hips: Shoulder: 15.35 inches (39 cm) Sleeves: 24...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Optical Illusion Profile Sheer Mesh Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage tartan plaid motif sheer mesh top featuring an optical illusion female profile.
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Fishnet Optic Illusion Geometric Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage optic illusion geometric pattern print maxi dress featuring a sexy brown fishnet bustier top.
Jean Paul Gaultier Black Knit Illusion Dress With Chiffon Overlay & Sleeves
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Jean Paul Gaultier black illusion dress featuring sheer chiffon sleeves, a high neck, ribbed bodice, and cuffs, and draped skirt.
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER "Cyberbaba" Body Map Optical Illusion Blazer Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER "Cyberbaba" Body Map Optical Illusion Blazer Jacket Measurements taken laid flat: Shoulder: 16 inches (40.64 cm) Sleeves: 24 inches (60.96 cm) Bust: 40 in...
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Face Optic Illusion Print Turtle Neck Blouse
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Face Optic Illusion Print Turtle Neck Blouse Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Turtle Neck: 6 4/8 inches Shoulder: 12 4/8 inches...
Jean Paul Gaultier yellow optical illusion printed mesh shirt, ss 1996
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier; yellow and brown optical illusion printed mesh button up shirt Spring-Summer 1996
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Trompe L'oeil Illusion Denim Pants Skirt
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Trompe L'oeil Illusion Denim Pants Skirt Measurements taken laid flat, please double waist and hips: Waist: 13.38 inches (34 cm) Hips: 20.07 inches (51 cm...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 2000’s V-neck Illusion Mesh Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
We are very excited to present this iconic Vintage circa 2000’s Jean Paul Gaultier mesh top. Features v-neck and knitwear illusion print.
Spring/Summer 1996 Jean Paul Gaultier Sheer Body Illusion and Contour Kaftan
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing & rare Jean Paul Gaultier kaftan from the spring/summer 1996 collection.
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Optical Illusion Dietrich Virgin Wool Sweater Size L
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Maille Femme vintage rare optical illusion virgin wool sweater featuring MARLENE DIETRICH portrait.
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2001 Constellation Face Optic Illusion Print Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2001 Constellation Face Optic Illusion Print Maxi Dress Size IT 40 Jean Paul Gaultier strapless maxi dress featuring sash tie accent at bust.
runway JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Mad Max optical illusion print spandex stretch top M
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
runway JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Mad Max optical illusion print spandex stretch top M JEAN PAUL GAULTIER FROM THE ICONIC 1995 'MAD MAX' COLLECTION Polyamide, nylon, elastane.
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1996 Cyberbaba Body Map Optical Illusion Top Size L
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Maille Femme vintage 1996 iconic and rare Cyberbaba body map optical illusion sheer mesh top.
S/S 2013 Black Lace Illusion Slip Dress x La Perla
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Atlanta, GA
This extraordinary Jean Paul Gaultier x La Perla dress is a collectible relic from the 2000s—a period when Gaultier’s fascination with lingerie construction culminated in a series of...
Vintage 1990's Jean Paul Gaultier Illusion Mini Dress Featuring a Dragon
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier mini dress with a dragon featuring a stretch lace overlay, brown velvet collar and illusion bell sleeves.
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Optical Illusion Tee
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
This striking visual illusion is vintage Jean Paul Gaultier.
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Trompe L'oeil Illusion Cardigan
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Trompe L'oeil Illusion Cardigan Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Shoulder: 15.94 inches (40.5 cm) Sleeves: 18.11 inches (46 cm)...
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Trompe L'Oeil Collection Denim Illusion Pants
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Trompe L'Oeil Collection Denim Illusion Pants Measurements taken laid flat, double waist and hips: Waist: 13.38 inches (34 cm) Hips: 17.71inches (45 cm) ...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Optical Illusion Dietrich Mens Sweater Size L
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Maille Homme vintage optical illusion sweater featuring MARLENE DIETRICH portrait on front.
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Cyberbaba Body Illusion Blazer USA Size 10
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage body illusion op-art Blazer from the Cyberbaba Collection Spring/Summer 1996.
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Cinema Film Print Bustier Illusion Mesh Cardigan
By Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Cinema Film Print Bustier Illusion Mesh Cardigan Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Shoulder: 15.15 inches (38.5 cm) without stre...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Rare Optical Illusion Bikini Fuzzi Mesh Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage rare optical illusion bikini stretchy nylon mesh top.
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Color Block Bustier Illusion Mesh Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Color Block Bustier Illusion Mesh Maxi Dress Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and hips: Shoulder: 14.56 inches (37 cm) not stretche...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Optic Illusion Geometric Dress USA Size 8
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage optic illusion geometric pattern print dress featuring green iridescent silk straps that can be tied as a bow in different manners.
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Rare Cyborg Illusion Turtleneck Top Size S
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage rare cyborg illusion stretch long sleeves turtleneck top.
Vintage 1996 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Cyberbaba Optic Illusion Skirt by Victor Vasarel
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Features: - 100% Authentic JEAN PAUL GAULTIER. - Optic illusion/ Op art illusion print by Victor Vasarely. - Label reads: JEAN PAUL GAULTIER MAILLE Made in Italy, Size M. - Fabric co...
Vintage 1996 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER "Cyberbaba/ Body Map" Optical Illusion Shirt Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Features: - 100% Authentic JEAN PAUL GAULTIER. - From Gaultier 1996 Spring- Sumer Collection "CYBERBABA/ BODY MAP". - Stretchy gauze/ mesh with optical illusion body print shirt top....
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Maille 1996 Cyberbaba Body Map Optical Illusion long sleeve
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingston, NY
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER, Maille, MESH, 1996 Cyberbaba Body Map Optical Illusion long sleeve top.
Spring/Summer 1996 Jean Paul Gaultier Sheer Body Illusion and Contour Kaftan
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing & rare Jean Paul Gaultier kaftan from the spring/summer 1996 collection.
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Trompe L'oeil Illusion Denim Suspender Shirt Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage trompe l’œil illusion denim suspender long sleeves white shirt.
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Trompe L'oeil Illusion Denim Suspender Shirt Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Trompe L'oeil Illusion Denim Suspender Long Sleeves Shirt Top Measurements taken laid flat, please double waist and hips: Shoulder: 16.92 inches (43 cm) S...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Sheer Mesh Optical Illusion Face Turtle Neck Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage iconic turtle neck mesh top with an optical illusion of a woman's face.
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JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage S/S 1996 Cyberbaba Zebra Sheer Mesh Illusion Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Iconic vintage Jean Paul Gaultier sheer mesh illusion top from the Spring/Summer 1996 Cyberbaba collection.
Jean Paul Gaultier Optic Jumpsuit
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
Phenomenal piece from Jean Paul Gaultier with an optical illusion pattern woven into the knit of this cozy jumpsuit.
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Sheer Mesh Optical Illusion Face Turtle Neck Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage iconic turtle neck mesh top with an optical illusion graphic of a woman's face.
Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier Sheer Mesh 3-D Optical Illusion Face Cardigan Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sparks, NV
Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier button up cardigan or mesh top with an optical illusion graphic of a woman's face.
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER, Maille, 1997 S/S, Optical illusion dress with v-neck
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingston, NY
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER, Maille, 1997 S/S, Optical illusion dress with v-neck, long sleeves and banded waist.
Jean Paul Gaultier Optical Illusion Portrait Eye Applique Sheer Mesh Top Size L
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Maille Femme white sheer mesh top featuring and eye applique, an optical illusition portrait, JEAN PAUL GAULTIER wording and threads. Label reads JEAN PAUL GAULTI...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Cyberbaba Tattoo Body Map Optical Illusion Top Size M
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Maille vintage iconic and rare Cyberbaba tattoo and body map optical illusion sheer mesh top.
Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier Sheer Mesh 3-D Optical Illusion Face Turtle Neck Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sparks, NV
Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier turtle neck mesh top with an optical illusion graphic of a woman's face.
F/W 2004 Jean Paul Gaultier Runway Purple Trompe l’oeil Illusion Cardigan Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Featured as look 31 on the Fall/Winter 2004 runway, this Jean Paul Gaultier cardigan showcases the designer’s signature wit and avant-garde flair.
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Iconic Body Contour Maxi Caftan S/S 1996 Collection
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage rare sheer mesh maxi caftan dress featuring the iconic JEAN PAUL GAULTIER's body contour illusion print and tribal tattoo design details.
Jean Paul Gaultier Illusion Cardigan
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Make people do a double-take when they see you in this delightfully fun cardigan! More than just an ordinary cardigan, it has a print on it that when the cardigan is closed looks lik...
Jean-Paul Gaultier Twinset Illusion Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Made you look! A classic trompe l'oeil from Gaultier. This sleeveless turtleneck tank is printed with a hyper-realistic sweater print, creating the illusion of a knit vest and tan...
Jean Paul Gaultier yellow optical illusion printed mesh shirt, ss 1996
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, London
Jean Paul Gaultier; yellow and brown optical illusion printed mesh button up shirt Spring-Summer 1996
1988 Jean Paul Gaultier Documented Cowboy Lace 'Cone Bra' Bustier Lingerie Set
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A highly coveted and instantly recognizable Jean Paul Gaultier nude illusion lace hourglass bustier and matching lace-up wiggle skirt dating back to his iconic 1988 `La Concierge est...
Jean Paul Gaultier Cyberbaba Zebra Optical Illusion Striped Transparent Mesh Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in PARIS, FR
Iconic Optical Illusion Top by Jean Paul Gaultier! 1996 Spring Summer Collection!
Jean Paul Gaultier Men's Vintage Floral Optical Illusion Sheer Mesh Shirt, 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Jean Paul Gaultier Men's Vintage Floral Optical Illusion Sheer Mesh T Shirt, 1990s Size: Marked M Chest - Stretches from 38” - 44” / 96-111cm Length (Shoulder to Hem) - 23” / 58cm S...
Jean Paul Gaultier Couture Nude Tattoo Mesh Optical Illusion Corset Vintage Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in PARIS, FR
Nude tattoo look mesh top from Jean Paul Gaultier! NEW without Tag! SIZE: it fits from medium to large. Marked size: FR40 / GB12 / US10 / I44. Model`s size in photos: XS. Length: 5...
Jean Paul Gaultier Face Detail Turtleneck
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Narberth, PA
Jean Paul Gaultier Face Detail Turtleneck Illusion style face detail Black knit detail trim Size Large $136 Made in Italy
Jean Paul Gaultier Supreme Mesh Transparent Pareo Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in PARIS, FR
Mesh pareo dress by Jean Paul Gaultier! Optical illusion pattern! This is the original collection which was tributed by Supreme :) Transparent.
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Cocktail dr...
Yves Saint Laurent Coco Brown Form-Fitting Lined Jersey Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent coco brown form-fitting lined jersey scoop-neck dress features a handkerchief hemline on both the dress's hem and also on the bell-sleeve's cuff. Detaile...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans - Runway look #4 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2002 "Supercali...
Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Black White Plunging Cleavage Cut Out Gown Dress
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and highly collectible museum quality vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL by TOM FORD black and white plunging runway cut-out gown ! Features a soft crepe blend fabric that hugs the ...
90's Vintage Couture Silk Hand Embroidered Beaded Cowl Back Evening Gown
By Eavis & Brown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
perfect for bride, bridal, wedding Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier This is a 1:1 1990's Vintage Beige color with delicate f...
$192Sale Price|25% Off
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage pants trousers featuring a multi colored wall and flags print. These trousers feature : - Velvety touch material. - Front buttoning. - Front and back pock...
Sold|$1,490
Size: please refer to measurements
CLAIRE PETTIBONE 2015 Sample Golden Bridal Gown Backless Wedding Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Claire Pettibone Romantique Collection Sample Wedding Dress White and Golden Yellow Very Shimmery Deep low back Size 10 but see measurements below fits smaller Pristine Measurements ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Powder Blue Silk Bias-Cut Gown — SS 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in North Wales, PA
Spring/Summer 2004 An ethereal masterpiece from John Galliano’s tenure at Christian Dior, this powder baby blue silk gown exemplifies his unrivaled command of bias-cut construction ...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas 2011 Navy Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Gown 42
By Emilio Pucci, Peter Dundas
Located in Switzerland, CH
ABSOLUTELY INSANE EMILIO PUCCI MIDNIGHT BLUE CROCHET KNIT CUTOUT GOWN DESIGNED BY PETER DUNDAS SOLD OUT IMMEDIATELY WORN BY TOPMODELS AS CLAUDIA SCHIFFER, MIRANDA KERR AND MANY OT...
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 ...
John Galliano Pink Silk Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A spectacular John Galliano silk gown in ombre shades of pink. The bodice has spaghetti straps and gathers onto 2 angled bands crossing at the waist. It has a 2 tier skirt, the sho...
$408Sale Price|30% Off
Thierry Mugler Couture Vintage Off White Sequined Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER COUTURE vintage off white sequined jacket. Hidden snap button down front closure. Two side pockets. Fully lined. Shoulder pads. Label reads THIERRY MUGLER COUTURE. ...
Alexander McQueen 2004 Collection Silk Americana Print Halter Backless Dress 38
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
Alexander McQueen Silk Halter High-Low *Americana* Print Dress S/S 2004 Deliverance Collection The collection was based on the narrative of the 1969 Sydney Pollack movie “They Shoot ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Strapless Old Hollywood Style Bow Dress Gown
By Valentino, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa early 2000 John Galliano for the House of Dior strapless blush pink silk bias cut gown. Fashionably adorned with hand tie bows slightly asymmetric down front of bodice extendi...
Roberto Cavalli Silk Halter-Neck Evening Dress Gown With Train, S/S 2005/2004
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in North Wales, PA
Abundantia Curation newest addition: A breathtaking Roberto Cavalli evening gown from the Spring/Summer 2005 collection, showcasing the designer’s mastery of romantic glamour and sen...
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Leopard Print Mink Fur Full-Length Cardigan Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fantastic sheer leopard print Dolce and Gabbana full-length cardigan. This cardigan debuted from the Spring/Summer 1997 collection on the season's runway as Look 2, mode...
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.
Find vintage Jean Paul Gaultier dresses, skirts, jeans and accessories today on 1stDibs.
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