The Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2025 Couture show was nothing short of a theatrical masterpiece. As the latest guest designer to helm the iconic maison, Ludovic de Saint Sernin—also the youngest to do so—delivered a collection steeped in sensuality, fantasy, and historical reference. Titled Le Naufrage (French for “Shipwreck”), the collection was inspired by the hauntingly beautiful visuals of Mylène Farmer and Seal’s Les Mots music video and a 1997 boat-shaped headpiece from Gaultier’s archives. The result? A symphony of high fashion that blurred the lines between classic couture and futuristic rebellion.
Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2025 Couture Collection
A Vision of Couture: From Aristocratic Elegance to Nautical Fantasy
In his debut couture collection, de Saint Sernin seamlessly merged Gaultier’s signature theatricality with his own penchant for daring sensuality. The collection oscillated between structured, feathered gowns with delicate sheer underlayers and glossy latex creations that cascaded over the body in fluid, mermaid-like motions.
The runway transported audiences into a world of myth and mystery, featuring characters ranging from seductive pirates to aristocratic muses and enigmatic sirens. Lace-up corsets, sheer gauzy skirts, and bustiers shaped like nautical wheels evoked the spirit of a ship lost at sea. Meanwhile, rope-clad dresses with illusionary nude finishes and strategically woven knit gowns paid homage to Gaultier’s love for intricate detailing and boundary-pushing craftsmanship.
Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2025 Couture Collection
One of the collection’s most striking references was an angelic figure donning gold wings, with only a singular draped fabric covering his waist—a nod to Gaultier’s divine Spring 2007 couture collection, which was heavily inspired by Renaissance angels. Another standout moment came in the form of a regal white gown, reminiscent of the iconic dress from Absolument Fabuleux (2001), where Gaultier famously staged a faux fashion show. Every piece carried a sense of history, reinterpreted through de Saint Sernin’s modern lens.
Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2025 Couture Collection
Kylie Jenner’s Statement Look at Paris Couture Week
Adding to the spectacle, Kylie Jenner made a head-turning appearance in the front row, fully embracing de Saint Sernin’s bold aesthetic. The reality star and beauty mogul stunned in a bronze halter gown with an exaggerated lace-up corset—a signature of the designer’s sultry, body-conscious style. The dangerously plunging neckline and mini train elevated the drama, while Jenner kept the rest of her look effortlessly sleek, accessorizing only with studded earrings and a clear purse. With her hair slicked back into a minimalist bun, she let the couture craftsmanship speak for itself.
De Saint Sernin’s interpretation of Jean Paul Gaultier’s house codes proved to be both reverential and revolutionary. “The idea was to create a story that would inspire people and make them dream about couture,” he revealed during a preview of the collection. “There’s elegance, there’s luxury, there’s lust—all of the emotions that you can think about on a shipwreck.”
Kylie Jenner in Jean Paul Gaultier
That vision was vividly realized on the runway. Wet-styled, tousled hair gave models the appearance of having just emerged from stormy seas, enhancing the collection’s narrative of beauty found in chaos. Each look unfolded like a chapter in a grand, nautical epic—one that honored Gaultier’s legacy while charting new territory for the future of couture.
As the show came to a close, de Saint Sernin reflected on his experience working with the esteemed Gaultier atelier: “It’s such an incredible luxury to be able to do couture, and the atelier is so generous, so gentle, so knowledgeable. The relationship that we built is so precious. I’m going to miss them a lot.”
With Le Naufrage, Ludovic de Saint Sernin has proven himself as a formidable force in the couture world, balancing tradition with innovation. His debut collection for Jean Paul Gaultier was a masterclass in high-fashion storytelling—an ode to romance, rebellion, and reinvention. As the waves of couture continue to evolve, this collection stands as a beacon of what’s possible when past and future collide in breathtaking harmony.
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