A Jewel Fragrant Signed Jean-Paul Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier: Jean Paul Gaultier has rejoined the lofty ranks of couture splendor. The collection he showed on Friday positively dazzled, a Parisienne-cum-Ukranian jewel in which he struck an impossibly deft balance between storybook romance and high chic.

It's no secret that, recently, life has been somewhat tumultuous chez Gaultier. But after a strong spring ready-to-wear at retail and this spectacular couture showing, things are only looking up. Unlike last season, when his wanderlust turned flat, here Gaultier spun a trip to the Ukraine into a glorious visual feast. And for all its lavish decoration, he kept it on the right side of costumery