JEAN PAUL GAULTIER DRESSES UP THE MUNDANE WITH THE MARVELOUS FOR FALL HOLIDAY ’06-‘07

TOP HAT MADE OF FAUX HAIR

He also took a swipe at the frivolity of fashion by making top hats with fake hair. The bride's veil was held up by a chandelier. That’s what they do in Paris you see.

Jean Paul Gaultier's haute couture collection in Paris was highlighted by an appearance by Catherine Deneuve. Other than that there were trench coats, tailored trouser suits, playful knits and sensual gowns.

The knits were rainbow-striped, glittered with Lurex and trimmed with fur. The trench coats had silver fox trim and were worn with a leather corset.

Christian Lacroix's couture collection focused on military-inspired coats and jackets embellished with gilt – as well as extravagant ball gowns with a flamenco twist.

Christian Lacroix Goes to the Max