Must See: Jean Paul Gaultier’s Exhibit in Dallas

If the fashion doesn't capture you, the animated mannequins will.

As I type, Jean Paul Gaultier is across the street at the Dallas Museum of Art chatting with the press about his exhibit, The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk, which opens to the public on Sunday, November 13. You may have seen pictures leaked from yesterday’s welcoming events, which included a lunch and evening reception. Enjoy the photos, but don’t let them satiate your appetite. I’ve had the privilege of walking through the galleries of gowns last night and this morning and I’m blown away. You’ll likely never be invited to his couture shows in Paris, and I’m guessing you’re not ready to hire him to make you a bespoke dress anytime soon. But you can see this collection of about 130 exquisite couture ensembles from over the years, all under one roof, glittering wildly on animated mannequins. We are only one of two cities on the map (and the first–take that, San Fran) for this U.S. tour. This is truly an opportunity not to be missed. Follow the jump for photos from the exhibit, a bit of Jean Paul Gaultier history, and a word on his collection of garments, which he says are not art.

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CharlotteWatch: November 10

photography by Matthew Shelley

How appropriate an outfit during Jean Paul Gaultier’s trip to Dallas for the The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk at the Dallas Musuem of Art. Stay tuned for sneak peek pics.

shirt = Limited
skirt = Forever 21
shoes = Chinese Laundry from Piperlime

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