The Little Guide to Jean Paul Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier - the original "enfant terrible" of fashion. After launching his label in 1976, his breakthrough into the industry occurred in the 1980s when his unconventional designs shook the fashion world to its core, using corsets, sailor stripes and tin cans to name a few. A longtime collaborator with Madonna, he was the creative force behind her most memorable looks - including the infamous cone bra.

Gaultier remains one of the most recognisable names in not only fashion, but also perfumery, with the torso-inspired bottles of his Classique, Le Male and Scandal gracing shelves worldwide for over thirty years.

Delve into the fascinating history of Gaultier, from his humble beginnings to becoming the head of Hermés, from haute couture to fragrance domination, from stage to silver screen. Packed full of sparkling wit and insightful wisdom from this fashion trailblazer, let The Little Guide to Jean Paul Gaultier take you on a journey of creativity and discovery.

SAMPLE QUOTE

"I try to see beauty in places where other people aren't in the habit of looking." - Jean Paul Gaultier

SAMPLE FACT

Did you know that the first prototype for Madonna's cone bra was actually modelled on Gaultier's childhood teddy bear? Using scraps of fabric from his grandmother's closet, the young Gaultier would spend hours designing outfits for his cuddly toy - including a conical bra that would one day be worn by one of the most famous women in the world.