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

Walking around the exhibition, I can see JPG played variable cultures in his collections. His definition of culture could be the national culture in different countries, such as Traditional Japanese culture and Russian style. It also could be the interest shared by a group of people, like punk and SM; Or it could be the legend of mermaid which is not really existing. His collections/shows are more like a celebration or parties of a particular culture. Culture make his designs more colorful, since culture itself is rich.

While, in his interview, he told us a story in his childhood. He was asked to draw all restrooms in the school, in order understand "shame". However, he didn't feel shame as supposed, instead, he enjoy the process. He does not afraid of other people's judgements, so he can express everything he wants to. SM collection is one of good examples. Almost everyone like to make sex and like to play some sexual games, but most are afraid to show their hobbies in sex. Different from normals, JPG has fun to experience and express. His "have fun" attitude is his biggest success.

When the unlimited resources and the ability to absorb (or exchange) unlimited resources make every possibilities come true.