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Is Jean Paul Gaultier French?

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Is Jean Paul Gaultier French?
Yes, Jean Paul Gaultier is French. He was born in Arcueil, a suburb of Paris, in 1952. He 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. Gaultier founded his luxury fashion house in 1982 and unveiled his first collection in 1984. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Jean Paul Gaultier apparel and accessories.
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Jean Paul Gaultier junior "Voyages autour du monde en 168 tenues" ss 1989 jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
This iconic vintage long-sleeve jacket, made from marine denim cotton canvas, was featured in Jean Paul Gaultier's Spring-Summer 1989 collection titled "Voyages autour du monde en 168 tenues" ("Around the World in 168 Outfits"). It also appeared in Details Magazine, worn by Dianne Brill at the show, highlighting the Junior Gaultier sailor jacket...
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1980s Italian Jackets

Jean Paul Gaultier 1990's Staff Sample Crucifixion Necklace
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Seattle, WA
Sample staff piece by Jean Paul Gaultier from the 1990's, featured iconic Crucify motif commonly used by the brand Size: OS Condition: Some rust spot on the Cross. Please feels fr...
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1990s French Neckties

Jean Paul Gaultier Torso Goddess Kardashian Venus Nude Trompe L'oeil Top Cami
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in PARIS, FR
Jean Paul Gaultier Venus De Milo Torso Optical Illusion Nude Sculpture S/S 1999 Kim Kardashian Kylie Jenner Iconic Collector Soleil Tank Top S...
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1990s European Sleeveless Shirts

1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Femme Gathered Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Rock a desert festival look with our amazing 1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Femme gathered maxi dress! Made of a stretch jersey fabric in a tan nude color. Unique gathered neckline with cord pulled...
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1990s Italian Maxi Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Polyamide Short-Sleeved Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier black stretch polyamide top has contrasting neon green collar, cuffs and placket.
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1980s French Blouses and Tops

Mid 2000’s Ruched Stripe Sheer Silk Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier mid 2000’s sheer silk dress. Features iconic horizontal stripe pattern in dark navy and white, ruching detailing down the sides, front & back of dress with deep V ...
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Early 2000s French Day Dresses

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