PARIS, Jan 25, 2006/ FW/ --- With Madonna sitting front row, Jean Paul Gaultier previewed his Spring 2006 haute couture collection inspired by the mystique and beauty of Morocco bringing center stage innovations and the craftsmanship of haute couture.

Opening with double-breasted suit jacket with slashed sleeves that showed off a long-sleeved organza dress with sheered and voluminous skirt, the mixing of a very structured piece with a fluid silhouette set the tone of the collection.

Mixing structure and fluidity, volume and austerity, the woman’s figure was caressed by bustiers made with delicate embroidery and ruffles, micro accordion pleats encrusted with jewels and pearls, and cascading beads connected woven embroidery showing off the midrib while the halter sleeves emphasized the shoulders.

Jumper suits flared at the hemline to become harem trousers, the volume created with gores and godets, which started tiny at the bodice, slim at the waist and hips, then cascading flawlessly towards the ankle.

It’s Arabian nights for the third millennium, where women are no longer damsels in distress but independent and strong.

And with one of Madonna’s song playing on the background towards the end of the show bringing a smile to the music icon’s face, one cannot help but think if she was part of Jean Paul Gaultier’s inspiration for this collection.

Because, truth be told, she would look good in all of the 38 exits shown.

Jean Paul Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier