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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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...
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...
2000s Jean Paul Gaultier Black Silk Deconstructed Vest Tunic Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptional Jean Paul Gaultier Femme design that perfectly illustrates the designer’s celebrated exploration of masculine tailoring and feminine transparency. Expertly crafted in ...
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 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...
Gaultier Lace up Denim Jean Jacket
By Junior Gaultier, Jean Paul 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 ...
Jean Paul Gaultier New Hourglass Jacket 1980s
By Junior Gaultier, Jean Paul 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 S/S 1989 RUNWAY Gold Lame Jacket RARE Miley Cyrus
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Prémode presents Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1989 Gold Lame Jacket From Junior Gaultier's Spring/Summer 1989 "Western Baroque" collection - the season that arrived exactly one year befor...
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...
Jean Paul Gaultier Fur Trim Crop Jacket
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. ...
1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Stonewash Blue Jean Denim Vintage Belted 90s Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Diego, CA
Insane 1990s JEAN PAUL GAULTIER light stone wash lightweight belted denim moto jacket! Features a special treated soft denim fabric. JPG embossed brass buttons up the front. Detachab...
Burgundy wool wrap jacket with belt JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Burgundy wool wrap jacket with belt and buckle closure . Pocket on both side. Jacquard cotton lining. SIZE 44 (It) 40 (Fr)
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...
vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER sheer silk bomber jacket with crocheted knit trim
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jean Paul Gaultier Maille silk bomber jacket in shades of grey and black. Made from sheer printed silk with an allover graphic motif, it’s cut with a zip front and narrow ribbed coll...
Jean Paul Gaultier Lace up Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black silk jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has a lapel collar, 3 self covered button front closure plus 2 on each sleeve cuff, and intricate fine silk corded functiona...
Jean Paul Gaultier Transformable Peplum Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
Jean Paul Gaultier Transformable Black Faille Moire Peplum Jacket from the 1990's. Gaultier's Haute Couture training is evident in this fitted "Bar" styl...
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 ....
A/W 1995 Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Skull Jacquard Satin Purple Fuzzy Fur Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Vintage Autumn/Winter 1995 Jean Paul Gaultier Jacquard, Satin Skull jacket in purple with iridescent green undertones. Featuring a shaggy, fuzzy fa...
2006 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER black wool jacket with bronze anchor toggle buttons
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black structured jacket with amazing bronze 'anchor' chain toggle buttons designed by Jean Paul Gaultier dating to fall of 2006. Similar pieces seen on the runway. Jacket has an amaz...
Pale pink silk chiffon jacket with ribs edge JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink silk chiffon jacket with ribs edge. Zip closure on the middle front. with hook&eye closure underneath. Pocket on both side. SIZE 40/L
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1989 RUNWAY Gold Lame Jacket RARE Miley Cyrus
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Prémode presents Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1989 Gold Lame Jacket From Junior Gaultier's Spring/Summer 1989 "Western Baroque" collection - the season tha...
A Jean Paul Gaultier Zipped Jacket for Gibo Circa 2010
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 2010 France A Jean Paul Gaultier zipped jacket, as new, for Gibo from the 2010s. Very fine and very tight wool and silk gabardine with grisaille patterns in rainbow in the shad...
1988 Jean Paul Gaultier Cotton Jacket with Lace Eagle Appliqué
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
This Jean Paul Gaultier jacket dates is from the ‘La Concierge Est Dans L'Escalier/The Modern Retros’ collection, Spring-Summer 1988. It is tailored from dark grey and cream striped ...
Jean Paul Gaultier Blush Pink Silk Skirt Suit
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A skirt and jacket suit in iridescent blush silk from Jean Paul Gaultier. The double breasted peak lapel jacket has short sleeves, 2 front welt flap pockets, 6 self covered buttons,...
1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Faux Fur Denim Aviator Bomber Vintage 90s Crop Jacket
By Gaultier Jeans, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage 90s JEAN PAUL GAULTIER denim + faux fur aviator style cropped jean jacket ! Tailored bodice with JPG embossed button up the front center. Can be worn multiple ways. In ...
1988 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER black felted wool corset RUNWAY jacket
By Gaultier Junior, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black, felted wool corset jacket with black piping, ribbed cuffs and off-white zig-zag cut triangles accents from Jean Paul Gaultier Junior dating to the 1988 as seen on the fall 198...
Jean Paul Gaultier 1980s Cage Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous brown 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 copper metal sn...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER, Suminagashi Marbling Mesh Kimono, Metal Hardware Closures
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingston, NY
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER, Suminagashi Mesh Kimono with Metal Hardware Closures, 1990s An ancient Japanese art marbling technique, "Suminagashi" print on a mesh Kimono style wrap garment. ...
Jean Paul Gaultier Fall/Winter 1996-1997 "La Boule et le Cube" Velvet cut jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in CANNES, FR
Jean Paul Gaultier Femme Collection Ready-to-wear Fall/Winter 1996-1997 "La Boule et le Cube" Black velvet zipped jacket with cuts, corset work. Size 38. Very good condition.
1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Black Velvet Jacket with Jewel Toned Trim
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Circa 1990s, this Jean Paul Gaultier jacket is tailored from inky black velvet. The curved neckline recalls tunic styles and gives way to a front secured with large black velvet butt...
Jean-Paul Gaultier Jacket model 1057 with Cocteau-type effigy Circa 1995
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Jean Paul Gaultier Classique
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1995 France A iconic two-tone jacket by Jean-Paul Gaultier Classique model numbered 1057 and dating from the years 1995. Classic cut with three pockets in burgundy tergal canva...
Jean Paul Gaultier Multi Pattern Color Block Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous patchwork multi pattern jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier in a blue, red, off white and black abstract pattern and photo print. It ha...
Reversible single breasted jacket JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER Femme
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Reversible single breasted jacket. Fabric composition: 41% linen, 39% alpaca, 20% wool . Black side composition: 56% cotton, 44% rayon. 2 split on the back with zip closure. Shoulde...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER S/s 2013 Detachable Corseted Striped Blazer
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This removable suit is a chic and versatile piece that seamlessly blends structured tailoring with a playful twist. The design features a classic pinstripe double-breasted blazer wit...
Soft tulle double lays "Paris printed" cardigan Jean-Paul Gaultier Maille
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Soft nylon tulle double lays Paris printed cardigan with velvet ribbons belt and velvet belt-loop. Velvet piping on the edge of the sleeves. Pockets on both side. Fabric composition...
Men's Jean Paul Gaultier black wool blazer jacket with caged sleeves, ss 1989
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Men's Jean Paul Gaultier black double-breasted blazer jacket ▪ 100% Wool ▪ Caged sleeves ▪ Peak lapels ▪ Provenance: Pete Burns (1959–2016) ▪ Size 48 ▪ S...
Jean Paul Gaultier Cream Silk-Linen Military-Style Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
Jean Paul Gaultier detailed cream silk-linen military-style jacket has etched brass buttons with Gaultier's signature name logo. there are 2 set-in pockets with flap detailing. S...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1988 Black Blazer
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier 1988 padded blazer, the navy version was seen on Madonna during her Blonde Ambitions tour. Features satin lapels, but...
rare JEAN PAUL GAULTIER HOMME wool brown faux fur aviator flight jacket IT50 L
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare JEAN PAUL GAULTIER HOMME black wool brown faux fur aviator flight jacket IT50 L Reference: TGAS/D01162 Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection: HOMME M...
Jean Paul Gaultier 1990s Lace Tulle print Jacquard collarless cropped Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sheffield, GB
Intricately decorated Jean Paul Gaultier jacket featuring a lace jacquard exterior, Tarnished antique effect copper buttons and breast pockets. The jacket can be adjusted via tabs on...
Black and white tweed short sleeves long jacket Jean-Paul Gaultier Femme
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and white tweed short sleeves long jacket and wool rib-strips with zip in the middle front. Main fabric composition ( tweed) = 80% wool, 12% polyamide, 7% mohair, 1% other fib...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Junior Vintage Navy Blue with Gold Roses Corset Style Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Junior vintage navy blue corset‑style jacket with all-over gold rose print. This jacket features : - Navy blue corset‑style jacket. - All‑over gold floral print m...
Jean Paul Gaultier red Pinstripe linen jacket, ss 1993
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Milano, IT
- Red pinstripe jacket - Sold by Skof.Archive - Above knee-length - Single breasted snap button closure - Off white rose pin ever detail - Spring Summer 1993 - Made in Italy - Com...
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Red and Gold Metallic Silk Brocade coat with Ostrich
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Red and gold silk brocade coat from 1990s Jean Paul Gaultier. silky and soft Ostrich feather on collar and sleeve. Coat is lined in gray silk. Coat is in excellent conditi...
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Smoking Trompe L'oiel Inverted Seam Blazer Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Smoking Trompe L'oiel Inverted Seam Blazer Jacket Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Shoulder: 16.53 inches (42 cm) Sleeves: 24.8...
Jean Paul Gaultier Runway Double-Breasted Cape-Effect Blazer Jacket, SS2012
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Geneva, CH
Jean Paul Gaultier's creations always have this unexpected twist that make them both recognizable and unique. Made of navy wool (49%) and rayon (51%), this double-breasted blazer features a daring open back and slits along the sleeves that create an elegant cape effect. Worn as a blazer or a mini mini dress, this vintage Jean Paul Gaultier piece has peaked lapels, faux pockets and covered buttons. The lining is printed in it's iconic classic Breton stripes...
Jean Paul Gaultier Black Military-Style Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
Jean Paul Gaultier rare black Military-style jacket has 5 etched "Jean Paul Gaultier" brass hardware buttons in front as well as on the sides. There are 2 buttoned pleated patch...
Jean Paul Gaultier gold lace and silk organza corseted jacket, ss 1988
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier gold lace corseted jacket backed with black silk organza. Spring-Summer 1988
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage Black Pinstripe Cut-Out Waist Blazer Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage black pinstripe cut-out waist double breasted blazer jacket. This blazer features : - Black virgin wool fabric with white pinstripes. - Classic lapel coll...
Red double-breasted jacket with rhinestone embellishment JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red double-breasted jacket with rhinestone embellishment . Main fabric composition: 70% wool, 30% nylon. Striped rayon lining. Shoulder pad. Hidden snap closure on the front and on t...
Jean Paul Gaultier Black Wool Blazer
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Paris, FR
Jean Paul Gaultier 1990's black wool blazer featuring notched lapels, a front button fastening, a fancy printed lining, a silk satin wrapped collar, double-breasted button fastening,...
Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier Leather double-breasted Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
This Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier leather jacket is double breasted. The wine-tone is done in a stone-wash, acid effect and the leather is butter-...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Women's Mesh Bomber Jacket, Size M, Italy
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in CACHAN, FR
Jean Paul Gaultier vest bomber jacket with a colorful tropical print of pink flamingos, foliage and architectural motifs. Ribbed collar, cuffs and hem with blue and white stripes. Zi...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER S/s 1993 Under-bust Cutout Tailored Blazer
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This avant-garde blazer by Jean Paul Gaultier showcases the designer's daring approach to tailoring. Featuring bold cutout details at the sides, this structured piece blends classic ...
Archival 1990's JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Orange Striped JPG Logo Vest Waistcoat - Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sheffield, GB
An Archival Vintage 1990's Jean Paul Gaultier 'JPG' label Vest in a terracotta orange and off-white pinstripe with the iconic and bold JPG printed Jelly logo displayed accross the fr...
1980s Jean Paul Gaultier - Homme Western Black Saddle Leather & Wool Felt Vest
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Jean Paul Gaultier - Homme- Western-Inspired Black Saddle Leather & Wool Felt Vest with Buckle Back and Hook and Eye Closures. Heavy, Armor-Like Construction. Wool felt lined. ...
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Trompe L'oeil Black printed Denim Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Trompe L'oeil Black printed Denim Jacket featuring zip down the front closure. Measurements are provided in inches; Pit to Pit; 20” Pit to Cuff; 18...
Jean Paul Gaultier Jacket Women Bomber Unisex Cutout Size ITA46/Medium
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kaunas, LT
Check my other listings. Have many more designer clothes for sale. Open to any offers. Item for sale is 100% genuine Jean Paul Gaultier bomber Women Jacket, VIPE0 Color: black (An ac...
Vintage 1989 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Leopard Print Corset Flare Vest Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Gaultier Junior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1989 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Leopard Print Corset Flare Vest Jacket Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Shoulder: 19.29 in...
Jean Paul Gaultier Crimson Red Brushed Velvet Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
Jean Paul Gaultier wonderfully wicked crimson red brushed cotton velvet jacket is fully lined and detailed with distressed leather within the pockets, collar and cuffs.Unde...