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2020.3.4
Title
Junior Gaultier Denim Jacket with Frayed Hem
Date(s)
- 1989 (Creation)
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(1988-1994)
Administrative history
Jean Paul Gaultier launched the Junior Gaultier line in 1988. It was designed as a lower-priced range aimed at the youth market. The Junior Gaultier label was replaced in 1994 with JPG by Gaultier, a unisex collection.
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Short blue denim jacket with cut off unsewn frayed bottom hem edge. It was originally dark blue raw denim and has faded with washing and wear. The jacket closes centre front with five gold coloured metal buttons etched with 'JUNIOR GAULTIER'. It has two pockets on the chest with pointed flaps and sleeve cuffs that fasten with the same buttons as the front fastening. Size M.
Country of Design: France
Country of Design: France
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Label: JUNIOR / GAULTIER / M
Materials: cotton, metal
Materials: cotton, metal
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Purchased from the Junior Gaultier shop Paris in 1989.