HISTORY
From Jean Paul Gaultier’s Spring/Summer 1996 collection, this piece exemplifies his fascination with trompe-l’œil and tattoo-inspired prints, blending archival French magazine imagery with fashion iconography. Gaultier’s mesh tops of the 1990s became signature items, merging second-skin silhouettes with bold graphics, often referencing cultural history and subversive design.
Mesh top in beige with multicolor vintage French newspaper and fashion print throughout.
• Mock neck collar
• Pullover construction
• Long sleeves
• Straight hem
• Sheer finish throughout
Made in Italy.
COMPOSITION
100% Nylon.
SIZING
Tagged size XS
Shoulders: 14 in
Chest (pit to pit): 15 in
Length: 23 in
Sleeves: 23 in
Brown
Nylon
1990-1999
9/10
WEDEMPIECES
Jean Paul Gaultier
Beige French Tattoo Mesh Top (Spring/Summer 1996)
€290 EUR
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HISTORY
From Jean Paul Gaultier’s Spring/Summer 1996 collection, this piece exemplifies his fascination with trompe-l’œil and tattoo-inspired prints, blending archival French magazine imagery with fashion iconography. Gaultier’s mesh tops of the 1990s became signature items, merging second-skin silhouettes with bold graphics, often referencing cultural history and subversive design.
Mesh top in beige with multicolor vintage French newspaper and fashion print throughout.
• Mock neck collar
• Pullover construction
• Long sleeves
• Straight hem
• Sheer finish throughout
Made in Italy.
COMPOSITION
100% Nylon.
SIZING
Tagged size XS
Shoulders: 14 in
Chest (pit to pit): 15 in
Length: 23 in
Sleeves: 23 in
Brown
Nylon
1990-1999
9/10
