known affectionately as the enfant terrible of fashion, jean paul gaultier has charmed the masses over the years through his eccentric and spirited designs. his inspiration sources are derived from an assortment of contrasting cultures - from punk, BDSM to eastern influences. he also challenged the fluidity of gender in 1984 by putting men in skirts which caused a great deal of controversy then. unlike many others, provocation and nonconformity is celebrated and has since been synonymous with his eponymous label.
