The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk

The first major exhibition devoted to Jean Paul Gaultier, France’s most rebellious designer and he of Madonna’s conical corset fame. Gaultier, who has had a fashion label since 1976, is known for witty, revealing outfits inspired by low and high culture (from bondage to Rajasthani brides). This show brings together over 140 outfits including couture and ready-to-wear spanning back the past four decades. Spot stage costumes belonging to Kylie and outfits created for films such as Luc Besson’s The Fifth Element. The exhibition – which has previously been to Stockholm and New York – doesn’t take itself too seriously. There will be footage of catwalk shows, concerts and dance performances featuring Gaultier instantly-recognisable designs as well as the riotous ‘90s TV show, Eurotrash, he co-presented by Antoine de Caunes.