Corset top
Brand
Jean Paul Gaultier Femme
Designer
Jean Paul Gaultier
(born 1952)
Fall 2010
Satin
Museum purchase
Object number2017.61.1
Jean Paul Gaultier was a pioneer of underwear as outerwear, adapting foundation wear into erotic ready-to-wear. This bustier is a prime example. Shown in 2010, it recalls the famous cone bra costumes he designed for Madonna’s Blonde Ambition Tour in 1990.
DescriptionCorset top in pale pink satin with top stitched bra cups, boning, back lacing and side zipperExhibitions