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FW88 “Robin Des Bois” Blazer
Jean Paul Gaultier FW1988 "Robin Des Bois" Blazer. Gaultier, monickered "Enfant Terrible", flourished in the 80s with beautiful performative collections featuring thematic crossovers from a myriad of cultures, eras and silhouettes. FW88 homme, titled 'Robinhood', was no exception. "The man's suit meets medieval tradition". Runway was littered with middle age visual elements such as shields, knight sigils and fleur de lis embroidery. Knits had triptych graphics of mosaics and house emblems. Patterns consisted of harlequin-esque velour electric oranges and yellows, contrasted with bold moss greens fashioned in argyle. Some models sported pieper hats, resonating "Nostalgic Elegance". The blazer is riddled with embellishments. Metal centerpiece titled with the punk slogan "Too fast to live, too young to die" sewn to a velvet rhombus fabric with beading at the edges. Tassels hang for aluminum fleurs, arranged in a V shape. More hanging embellishments at the bottom of the back. All on a striped, orange velvet fabric. The front is a bold lapelled double breasted blazer. Bespoke metal chest and wrist buttons. News struck this month that Gaultier is bowing out from his own brand. I find it amazing that he kept his brand under his own name for so long as others were gobbled up by fashion conglomerates in the 90s. Many of Gaultier's works are hard to source, especially those that are his most inspirational collections and I look forward for years to come to search and document said pieces. 8/10 condition for a 30+ year old item. None of the embellishments are missing. Some beading on the black velvet is loose and has minor damage. Fading and blemishing on some areas of the velvet. Size 50.$1,775 -
FW91 “French Cancan” Muscle Zip Knit
Jean Paul Gaultier Maille FW91 "French Cancan" Muscle Body Knit. JPG body suits or tatoo tops of the 90s are a core element in the litany of revolutionary designs under the designer's belt. As "heroin chic" started to manifest in the early 90's, Gaultier took a play at the early 80's "supermodel" ultra idealized male body rendering the featured knit here with padding resembling muscle definition. Midsection of the garment emulates the male torso as the end seams wrap around to the wearer in accordance to the anatomy of a sculpted Apollo's belt. Recently suspended display at the FIT "The Body, Fashion and Physique" exhibit as of March. Pictures of the gallery shown. New, preserved condition. sz 52, Fits M-L depending on desired fit.$855 -
JPG Jeans Patterned Cotton Pants
Jean Paul Gaultier JPG Jeans patterned jeans. Mid 90's era. Consists of patterns and designs similar to what is found on later 19th century cigarette cards. 8/10 condition, mild marks throughout. Hard to find sz 32, but best for a 31.$300 -
Shag Border Knit Sweater
Jean Paul Gaultier Homme Border Shag Knit Sweater. Features multiple textures and materials complementing the border design of the cozy knit. Loose around the shoulder, long arms and slender at the mid section. Cream base colourway which transitions to an array of colours and shaggy materials. JPG's playful yet thoughtful design exemplified here. 7/10 condition. The knit has a decent amount of pilling, which has been treated but shows mild thinning in the knit base. Best for a M/48 with relaxed breathing room.$250 -
90s ‘Creation of Adam’ Printed Knit Cardigan
Jean Paul Gaultier mid 90's mainline 'Creation of Adam' Printed Knit Cardigan. JPG in the mid 90s explored the application of renaissance era graphics on his signature 'tattoo tees' and knits. This knit features an odd juxtaposition of a noir tech-punk chest graphic complemented by Michael Angelo's "Creation of Adam" painting on the back, arms and reversible inside. Painting's graphic is applied directly on the knit while the tech, 'horned man', motif is printed on a fabric which is sewn over the knit base. JPG, a strong pioneer of unisex clothing, has a "Maille" line, outside of "Maille Femme", which features mainline knits able to be comfortably worn by both men and women. As JPG ripened in the late 90's he pulled away from the "Enfant Terrible" and started to hone his eccentric creative direction into something more full and bright, but sound and percise. This eventually led his journey to Hermes succeeding Margiela's years at the house. 9/10 condition, a very mild mothhole in the shoulderblade. Size L, fits loosely a mens M-L, XL fitted.$510 -
“JPG” Utility Bondage Pants
"JPG" by Jean Paul Gaultier Utility Bondage Pants in black/grey. Jean Paul Gaultier may need some reintroduction as much of his work seems to be overlooked by modern men's fashion enthusiasts despite his massive contribution to men's & unisex fashion. Gaultier has zero formal training or schooling in tailoring but apprenticed under his grandmother which led him to be Pierre Cardin's assistant in the 70's, then soon after released his solo collection in '76 captivating the voice of what French critics call the "Enfant Terrible" movement. JPG is a pioneer, along with Westwood, of high fashion appropriating youth street culture and garments on the catwalk. 1985, at the peak of Gaultier's reign, came the signature man-skirts and sailor pants. Models were typically younger or older than conventional models, sometimes riddled with tattoos or body modifications. Some models were rather androgynous which displayed JPG's unisex garments fittingly, a catalyst to the JPG by Gaultier unisex line in the 90's. Finally, in recent years and his final project outside of his own label is receiving the baton from Margiela at Hermes, heading the house from 03-10. Buckled multi material black pants with suspended pockets. Multiple utility cargo pockets. Adjustable waist buckle and drawstring. Ankle Zips. 8/10 condition but missing the back buckle as it was a walking constraint to the wearer. Fits a W32$500