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Jean Paul Gaultier is an influential French fashion designer known for his innovative and often provocative designs. In 1985, he created a furore by introducing and promoting the men's skirt, and especially the kilt, pushing the traditional boundaries of menswear.
- Gaultier created a stir in the fashion world by using other models for his fashion shows, such as older men, full-skinned women and heavily tattooed models. He broke the traditional gender roles in shows with this. A precursor to the rest.
- Gaultier designed ‘the cone bra’ for Madonna, which was worn during her tour the Blonde Ambition Tour in 1990.
- Gaultier has received many awards and honours, including the Legion of Honor, one of the highest honours in France.
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