1960s Reversible Piecework Leather and Fur Coat designer-jean-paul-gaultier The shop closed in 1974

The shop closed in 1974 so this us a rare glimpse into the day to day business of their world

The shoulders have light padding

Item# S216

Alexander McQueen references The Birds for this collection a film that he remembers loving as a child principally because of the precise way in which the women featured choose to dress

Bust: 18" flat across the inner bodice at the back from side seam to side seam

1960s Reversible Piecework Leather and Fur Coat designer-jean-paul-gaultier The shop closed in 1974Love the versatility of this coat. The fur is very light and supple the only weight comes from the leather backing and it is also very lightweight. It is fully reversible with pockets that tuck in on either side that you choose to wear on the exterior. On the fur side the pelts have been matched to create that interesting pattern that you see. On the reverse side I love how the edges where the pelts meet have an almost deconstructed look to them. Very