On April 24, 2026, Jean-Paul Gaultier celebrated his 74th birthday. A remarkably enduring artistic career for the man who has long been known as the “enfant terrible of fashion”, but also a quiet fidelity to a place and a symbol.
In his Marais apartment, he is inseparable from his teddy bear, Nana, whom he still regards today as his first muse.
In the historic heart of the Marais, a neighborhood that is vibrant, artistic, and steeped in history, Jean-Paul Gaultier has long found a haven of peace.
A Parisian Refuge in the Image of a Free-Spirited Creator
Indeed, far from runways and spotlights, his home stands out for an atmosphere he describes as “eclectic”. A mix of memories, personal creations, and quirky objects.
Inside this interior, every detail tells a story. The walls, sometimes clad in his own wallpapers, mingle with furniture, fabrics, and decorative pieces he designed himself. “I have projects with wallpapers from the new collection. It’s very handy to have a personal collection,” he teased, with a hint of mischief. A way to turn his living space into a permanent creative laboratory.
