The fashion industry has witnessed yet another sorrowful "see you later". Famous French designer Jean Paul Gaultier announced in early September that his Spring 2015 ready-to-wear show would be his last; he put an end to his ready-to-wear collections to focus on couture and other projects. I'm sure that with this very unexpected news that a spectacular farewell fashion show was highly anticipated among many within the fashion world. As expected, Jean Paul Gaultier did not disappoint.
What better way to send out a final goodbye than with a Miss Jean Paul Gaultier 2015 pageant show?
Yes, I said a pageant show! As the red curtains parted, 15 models, or should I say "pageant contestants", performed a synchronized dance on a set of glimmering silver steps to Prince's "1999". The models divided leaving a passage way on the steps for the pageant show host, Alex Taylor, who opened the fascinating performance.
The atmosphere was incredibly captivating. The flashing strobe lights, the overhead awning, and the full theater-like stage gave the packed out audience and myself the illusion of really being at a pageant show. The models strutted down the runway with elegance and overt confidence, displaying pieces that mark all of Jean Paul Gaultier's designs from years past.
The 34 minute show was nothing less than breath-taking, entertaining, and beautifully crafted. The clothing was displayed in a clear cut manner while still upholding the pageant show theme. The show closed with the announcement of Miss Jean Paul Gaultier 2015 winner Coco Rocha. Glittery confetti showered the stage as Jean Paul Gaultier, donning a sash, graced the audience, basking in everlasting glory with endless applause and a show that would leave an eternal impact on the fashion world.
