| Full Name | Jean Paul Gaultier |
| Born | April 24, 1952 |
| Place of Birth | Arcueil, France |
| Labels | Jean Paul Gaultier; Hermès (2003–2010) |
| Partner | Francis Menuge (from 1975; died 1990) |
| Known For | Unconventional designs with motifs including corsets, marinières, and tin cans; Founded his eponymous fashion label in 1982; Creative director for Hermès from 2003 to 2010; Co-presenter of the television series Eurotrash from 1993 to 1997 |
| Website | jeanpaulgaultier.com |
| Net Worth | $300 million |
| Career | Never received formal training as a designer; Worked with Pierre Cardin, Jacques Esterel, and Jean Patou; Released first individual collection in 1976; Founded own fashion label in 1982; Introduced iconic women’s corset with cone bra in 1984 |
| Notable Contributions | Reinterpreted classic pieces; Revived the marinière for men with “Boy Toy” collection in 1983; Introduced skirts for men (kilts) in 1984; Collaboration with Wolford Hosiery |
| Retirement | Retired following 50th-anniversary haute couture show during Paris Fashion Week in January 2020 |
