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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JEAN PAUL GAULTIER F/W 1995 Runway "Mad Max" "Cyber" Collection Embroidered Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Berlin, BE
Jean Paul Gaultier Fall Winter 1995 Runway Circuit Board Top Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection / Year: Fall Winter 1995 Colour: Burgundy-pink Size: I...
Black silk jersey evening dress with ruffles JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER Maille
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk jersey evening dress with ruffles. Jersey composition: 85% silk, 15% elastane. The sleeve are made of rayon SIZE M
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 90's Vintage Silk Double Breasted Pantsuit
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier Classique Vintage c. 97 2 pieces (pants and jacket) 100% raw silk Extremely lightweight, feels like nothing Green gold metallic color Mother of Pearl buttons Doubl...
1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Femme Black Corset Halter Cocktail Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceptional vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Femme black halter dress from the 1990s, made in Italy and featuring the designer’s unmistakable corsetry-inspired construction. The dress is ...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Junior Vintage Denim Sailor Jacket with Corset Lace-Up Back
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Junior vintage denim sailor jacket with corset lace-up back. This jacket features: - Black (or dark navy blue ?) washed denim. - Oversized sailor-style collar acc...
Jean Paul Gaultier Maille Femme 1990s Black Sheer Cotton Silk Ruffle Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Berlin, BE
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Maille Femme black sheer ribbed knit top dating from the 1990s. The semi-transparent design features a plunging V-neckline framed by cascading ruffles, el...
Black lingerie bustier dress JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER for La Redoute
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black lingerie dress . Fabric composition: 84% nylon, 12% stretch, 4% polyester. Padded and underwired bra. Detachable shoulder strap. Hook&eye closure on the middle back ( adjus...
Jean Paul Gaultier “Junior Gaultier” Bustier Top, circa 1991 – Size IT 46
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Berlin, BE
Rare early Junior Gaultier sculpted bustier from the early 1990s. Crafted in black cotton-viscose satin (70% cotton / 30% viscose) with structured cone cups, it showcases Gaultier’s ...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 2002 Vintage Mesh Tank Top JPG Tee T-Shirt Eyelash
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 2002 Sheer ivory white mesh 3D eyelash print Pullover Size XS but can fit up to a Medium New Condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: length...
Hermès 2006 Veste Cardigan FR38 Jean Paul Gaultier Maxi Jacket Cardigan UK10 US6
By Hermès, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès jacket from the Fall/Winter 2006 collection by Jean Paul Gaultier; a long cardigan in a thick, ecru wool knit featuring a Nordic jacquard pattern in shades of brown, gray, and...
1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Patent Black Lace up Brogue High Heels Court shoes EU40
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sheffield, GB
1990’s Jean Paul Gaultier Patent shiny Black Lace up Brogue High Heels Court shoes A pair of vintage 1990’s Jean Paul Gaultier Brogue style heels. Crafted in a patent black leather, ...
Jean Paul Gaultier Junior Spring 1989 Leopard Print Lace Up Back Denim Dress
By Gaultier Junior, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Jean Paul Gaultier is a collectors dream. This dynamite leopard print denim dress originates from the Spring/Summer 1989 'Travel Around the World in 168 Outfits' collection. Thi...
Gaultier SS 1994 'Les Tatouages' Mesh Tattoo Maxi Dress and Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1994 'Les Tatouages' Mesh Tribal Tattoo Maxi Dress and Bolero-- A standout set from one of Jean Paul Gaultier's most talked about collections. Sexy, edgy, and...
1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Maille Femme Sculptural Mesh Peplum Top Size M
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Berlin, BE
A rare 1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Maille Femme top in a muted taupe-grey stretch mesh. The sleeveless design features a plunging V-neckline at both the front and back, with finely gath...
HERMES Special Order HSS JPG Birkin 42 Graphite matte palladium shoulder bag
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Special Order HSS JPG Birkin 42 Graphite matte palladium shoulder bag Reference: KELE/A00032 Brand: Hermes Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Model: JPG Shoulder Birkin 42 (Horsesho...
Double breasted jacket with flower print JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Double breasted jacket with flower print . Main fabric composition: 56% acetate, 44% silk. Rayon lining. Shoulder pad. Snap closure on the front. Pocket on both side. SIZE 42 (It) 3...
Jean Paul Gaultier Junior Pin Striped Shirt Sleeves Jersey Stretch Black Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Jean Paul Gaultier junior vintage black jersey stretch dress with attached pin striped long shirt sleeves with shirt finishes Jean Paul Gaultier Junior mini dress featuring a sleek b...
Bustier, silk chiffon tunic and skirt ensemble JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Bustier, silk chiffon tunic and skirt ensemble. Tunic and bustier size : 46 (It) Skirt size : 42 (It)
Jean Paul Gaultier x Wolford 1999 Mesh Lingerie Bodysuit
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare and highly collectible Jean Paul Gaultier x Wolford bodysuit. This collaboration came out in 1999 and has been coveted ever since. Wolford's infamous sophisticated hosiery tec...
Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil 2000's Body Con Floral Feather Mesh Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil Dress features a body con design with stretch fabric providing a comfortable fit. The bold floral print in bold acid-tinged colors. Mid length perfec...
Gaultier Lace up Denim Jean Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Junior Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great navy denim blue jean jacket inspired vest from Jean Paul Gaultier Junior line. It has gold Gaultier inscribed metal buttons up the front, on the patch pockets and hips. It ...
Silver leather bucket bag with chain JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silver leather bucket bag with chain . Red fabric lining . SIZE : 22cm X 19cm Chain lenght : 100cm ( X 2)
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2025 Sample Avant Guard Cone Bra Denim Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Spring / Summer 2025 Runway Sample Jean Paul Gaultier denim jacket, with Cone Bust, Corset-like silhouette, long sleeves and lingerie style gusset hem. This is a One-of-a-Kind Run...
Jean Paul Gaultier A/W 1992 Shredded Face Blue Jacquard Denim Jeans 26"
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sheffield, GB
Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier 'Shredded Face' jeans from the A/W 1992 Collection. Crafted from a Jacquard denim, featuring a high waisted figure hugging cut and Metal Plaque 'GAULTIER'...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage Maille archive sheer sheer mesh knit punk top M
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage Maille archive sheer sheer mesh knit punk top M Reference: SYHD/A00037 Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection: Maille Femme Mate...
Jean Paul Gaultier Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is semi fitted with a bateau neckline and a gradated draped ruffle wider at the front shoulder then narrowing to the h...
Jean Paul Gaultier Cage Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cotton denim jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier's Junior Gaultier line. It is a take on the jean jacket with the expected long sleeves, collar, yoke and Gaultier inscri...
Hermès Jean Paul Gaultier FW 2008 Runway Ad Campaign Orange Shearling Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Hermès
Located in London, GB
ULTRA RARE HERMÈS JEAN PAUL GAULTIER FALL WINTER 2008 RUNWAY & AD CAMPAIGN BURNT ORANGE SUEDE CURLY LAMB SHEARLING JACKET An exceptionally rare and highly collectable Hermès Autumn/...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Fur Trim Crop Jacket 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black fur trimmed jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is cropped with a soft, fur trimmed collar in shades of grey and full raglan sleeves with matching wide fur cuffs. ...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Women Leather Laser Cut Fringe Jacket Skirt Set 2003
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning skirt and vest, jacket set from Jean Paul Gaultier in fine, soft, supple off white leather. It consist of a vest/top/jacket laser cut in elaborate shapes, patterns and app...
New Jean Paul Gaultier Femme Blue Trench Coat Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jean Paul Gaultier Femme blue maxi dress with trench coat detailing. Thin straps can be unsnapped at back to create a criss-cross or halter style. Bu...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage faux leather reversed quilted trench coat IT38 XS
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage faux leather reversed quilted trench coat IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/E00582 Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection: Femme Material:...
Madonna’s Rare Jean Paul Gaultier 1988 Navy Padded Vintage Blazer 80s Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare musuem worthy JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Pour GIBO SS1988, as worn by Madonna in the 1990 Blonde Ambition Tour! Navy blue sculpted padded corset blazer jack...
A/W 2007 Jean Paul Gaultier graphic-patch wool cardigan
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A/W 2007 Jean Paul Gaultier graphic-patch wool cardigan This Jean Paul Gaultier cardigan from the Autumn/Winter 2007 collection is crafted from semi-sheer black wool knit. The fitte...
Striped cotton tank-top JEAN -PAUL GAULTIER Maille
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Striped cotton tank-top. Fabric composition: 90% cotton, 10% elastane. SIZE S but fit XS
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER junior stretch floral dress
By Gaultier Junior, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER junior stretch floral dress 30" bust, 23" waist, 30" hips, 33" length Condition: Very good Size M
S/S 1992 Jean Paul Gaultier dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
S/S 1992 Jean Paul Gaultier sheer black mesh with tails as seen in MET condition: Excellent Chest: 30-35", Waist: 26-29", Hips: open, Length: 29" down front & 62" down back SIZE...
Printed and pleated see-through silk chiffon shirt JEAN -PAUL GAULTIER
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed and pleated see-through silk chiffon shirt . Laces closure on the front , ended up with tassels. Snap closure on the cuffs. Sunray pleated sleeves. SIZE 42 (It) 38 (Fr) but...
New Jean Paul Gaultier crop top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Jean Paul Gaultier – Cropped top in printed tulle Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier crop top made of 100% polyamide stretch tulle, featuring an optical pattern of wavy stripes in shades of ...
Black stretch tulle top with gather and top-stitching Jean-Paul Gaultier Maille
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black stretch tulle top with gather and top-stitching and tulle bow on the side front. SIZE L
Jean Paul Gaultier New Hourglass Jacket 1980s
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Junior Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous leopard print denim sleeveless vest, jacket, top from Jean Paul Gaultier's Junior Gaultier line. It is sleeveless with a collar, button chest pockets, gold Gaultier inscri...
Jean Paul Gaultier Pants Lace up Back and Zipper Leather Belt
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Jean Paul Gaultier Classique
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous pair of black pants from Jean Paul Gaultier. They have a removeable brown leather waistband attached with a zipper, a front flap with functional metal anchor buttons, an...
Pin striped wool and linen double breasted jacket with belt JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pin striped double breasted wool and linen jacket with belt . One breast Pocket + 2 side pocket with flap. Shoulder pad. Cotton lining only inside the shoulder and sleeves. Button an...
Jean Paul Gaultier, printed crop top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Jean Paul Gaultier, printed crop top. The item is in very good condition.
Jean Paul Gaultier Red Tartan Mohair Blouson Jacket & Scarf Set, FW 2007
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier ▪ Creative Director: Jean Paul Gaultier ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2007 ▪ Fabric: Wool, Mohair, Silk Chiffon ▪ Size: IT40 - FR36 - UK8 - US6 ▪ Made in: Ita...
Jean Paul Gaultier Black Mink Fur & Cable Knit Blouson Jacket, FW 2007
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier ▪ Creative Director: Jean Paul Gaultier ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2006 ▪ Fabric: Mink, Leather, Wool ▪ Size: ▪ Made in: France ▪ Condition: Very Good ▪ M...
Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous rust orange striped wool sweater from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has long sleeves, a standup collar with functional silver buttons closure along it's side and one shoulder and...
$1,440Sale Price|40% Off
Jean Paul Gaultier black one shoulder gown with attached pouch
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
Jean Paul Gaultier black one shoulder gown with attached pouch 100% rayon 31" bust, 26" waist, 25" hips, 66" length Condition: Excellent siz...
$1,260Sale Price|55% Off
1996Jean Paul Gaultier Velvet Gown with Large Fabric Beads
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
1996 Jean Paul Gaultier maroon velvet evening gown with long straps and extra large fabric covered beads - 6 1/2" L x 1 1/4" W. 29" bust, 32" waist, ...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Red Floral Maxi Dress, 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Miami, FL
A gorgeous red floral Jean Paul Gaultier Femme dress that resembles Spanish flamenco dresses. It moves beautifully and features a slit on the left leg, with a ruffled neckline and sk...
Spring Summer 1999 Jean Paul Gaultier Venus de Milo Goddess Mesh Top - Baby Tee
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring / Summer 1999 'Jean Paul Gaultier' mesh 'Venus de Milo' Sculpture Top constructed from a stretchy Maroon micro-mesh material with Overlocked edge detail and iconic print on bo...
Jean Paul Gaultier Maille Femme Mesh T-Shirt With Hand Knit Trim Size Medium
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Palm Desert, CA
The popularity of vintage Gaultier mesh items is through the roof. The influence and style of the Kardashian and Jenner sisters have made these so desirable they are nearly impossible to come by. This high-end T-shirt was done for the Maille Femme collection...
Jean Paul Gaultier New Silk Jacket Top 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A spectacular black silk jacket/blouse with a multitude of detail by Jean Paul Gaultier. It has a stand up collar, a V front and back yoke which along with the balloon sleeves' wide...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Large Vintage Koi Fish Tattoo Print Sheer Mesh Pareo
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER large vintage koi fish tattoo print sheer mesh pareo. This vintage Jean Paul Gaultier pareo dress perfectly captures the d...
1997 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER black mohair wool robe coat - velvet trim & large slit
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Jean Paul Gaultier Classique
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This is a 1997 Jean Paul Gaultier robe style coat made from a soft mix of mohair and wool. It has an easy, oversized shape with wide lapels, a button front, and a single breast pocke...
Single breasted wool Pin striped jacket JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Single breasted wool Pin striped jacket . Polyester lining. Pocket on both side + one chest pocket. Button and buttonhole closure on the front and on the cuffs. 3 split on the back ....
Jean Paul Gaultier Maille Spring 2000 “Love Boat” Three-Piece Printed Ensemble
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in CACHAN, FR
Exceptional and highly collectible Jean Paul Gaultier Maille three-piece ensemble from the Spring/Summer 2000 “Love Boat” collection. This rare set features Gaultier’s striking psyc...
HERME 2010 Runway black leather brown fur lined buckled block heeled boots EU39
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERME 2010 Runway black leather brown fur lined buckled block heeled boots EU39 Reference: VACN/A00162 Brand: Hermes Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Model: Fall/Winter 2010 Material: L...
Jean Paul Gaultier Victorian Style Sheer Organdy Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
Jean Paul Gaultier Victorian Style Sheer Organdy Dress
Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 88 Pinstripe Tailored Skirt Suit w Lace Eagle Appliqué
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Spring 1988 Jean Paul Gaultier two-piece tailored suit in cream wool with fine vertical pinstripes. Produced under the Japanese licensing line, known for high-quality construction an...