Collector Piece FW 2010 Jean Paul Gaultier x La Perla "Cage" Top
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A rare and highly collectible Jean Paul Gaultier x La Perla "Cage" Transparent Halter Top, created for the celebrated Fall/Winter 2010–2011 collaboration between Jean Paul Gaultier and La Perla. Designed by Jean Paul Gaultier in collaboration with La Perla's master corset artisans, this exceptional piece perfectly embodies the designer's lifelong fascination with architectural lingerie, transparency, and sculptural femininity.
Presented alongside Gaultier's Paris collections, this capsule translated his iconic lingerie-as-outerwearphilosophy into exquisitely crafted ready-to-wear. The collaboration fused French couture creativity with La Perla's renowned Italian expertise in corsetry and luxury lingerie construction, producing some of the most sought-after collector pieces of the early 2010s.
Crafted from an elegant combination of sheer nylon power mesh, sculptural cord embroidery, and premium stretch textiles, the top features the collection's unmistakable "Cage" motif. Intricately layered looped cord detailing radiates across the bust and waist, creating an architectural frame over the transparent mesh body while contouring the figure with remarkable precision. The dramatic crossover halter neckline and keyhole opening enhance the sensual yet sophisticated silhouette, allowing the illusion of floating embroidery against the skin.
Transparency was central to Gaultier's creative language throughout his career, and this collaboration refined that vision through La Perla's exceptional technical craftsmanship. The result is a garment that blurs the boundaries between couture, lingerie, and contemporary fashion while celebrating the natural form through innovative construction.
The Jean Paul Gaultier x La Perla collaboration became an instant favourite among celebrities and stylists. Beyoncé has frequently embraced both houses for stage costumes and editorial projects, while Rihanna, Bella Hadid, and Kim Kardashian have contributed to the renewed demand for archival Jean Paul Gaultier pieces. Gaultier's revolutionary approach to corsetry—immortalized through Madonna's Blond Ambition wardrobe—continues to influence contemporary fashion, making this collaboration one of the defining collector capsules of the 2010s.
Condition:
Pre‑owned item with minor signs of wear consistent with use.
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Late returns incur a daily fee of 5% of the retail value or €40–€60 per day (whichever is higher).
Women's Size Conversion (Europe)
| International | Spain | France | Italy |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 32–34 | 34–36 | 38–40 |
| S | 36 | 36–38 | 40–42 |
| M | 38 | 38–40 | 42–44 |
| L | 40–42 | 40–42 | 44–46 |
| XL | 44 | 42–44 | 46–48 |
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Yes. Late returns incur a daily fee of 5% of the item's retail value or €40–€60 per day, whichever is higher. Returning your rental on time ensures it's ready for the next client.
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