A campaign fit for legends only, Kylie Minogue is the face of the Jimmy Choo and Jean Paul Gaultier shoe collaboration.
When creative directors Sandra Choi of Jimmy Choo and Florence Tétier of Jean Paul Gaultier got together for the epic collaboration between the two iconic brands, only one name popped up: Kylie Minogue.
Kylie Minogue is the face of the new Jimmy Choo x Jean Paul Gaultier campaign, and she looks stunning (Credit: Valentin Herfray)
“She was very into it and she told us anecdotes of when she met Jean Paul,” Tétier said in an interview with Choi for WWD. “This is something which is super important for me, to work with people who make sense with the brand, they don’t have to be old friends of the brand, but they have to have a story about the brand and she really did.”
The Padam Padam hitmaker has graced several stages in several custom Jean Paul Gaultier looks and has stepped out in a multitude of Jimmy Choo designs for years.
It was natural that the legendary entertainer would front the campaign for the legendary collaboration, a cultural milestone.
Kylie Minogue strikes a playful pose in metallic chain-embellished heels for the Jimmy Choo x Jean Paul Gaultier campaign, blending bold femininity with retro flair (Credit: Valentin Herfray)
A Bold Footwear Vision: Tattoo Prints, Sheer Pumps, and Couture Edge
Shot by French photographer Valentin Herfray and styled by Katie Grand, Kylie Minogue poses in different heel styles, sports tattoo prints, and embodies the role of a pin-up girl with a post-modern edge.
As reported by WWD, “the six-piece collaboration is a fusion of practicality and wit,” featuring classic designs from Jimmy Choo with references to Jean Paul Gaultier’s earlier collections.
Kylie Minogue channels edgy elegance in sheer black and tattooed pumps from the Jimmy Choo x Jean Paul Gaultier collection, celebrating rebellious couture flair (Credit: Valentin Herfray)
Design Inspirations: From Gaultier’s 1994 Tattoos to Glass-Heeled Pumps
For instance, a nude pump and an over-the-knee boot are decorated with tattoos, referencing Gaultier’s Les Tatouages Spring 1994 collection.
“Jimmy Choo would never ever cover the design details in tattoos, so I copped into those identities because all of the elements have to do with identity,” Choi stated.
Kylie Minogue towers in denim trompe-l’oeil over-the-knee boots from the Jimmy Choo x Jean Paul Gaultier collaboration, blending streetwear attitude with couture boldness (Credit: Valentin Herfray)
Tétier added that another key design they had in mind was the trompe l’oeil, as seen on a denim over-the-knee boot. A classic pump also featured a glass block heel with two iconic landmarks: Big Ben and the Eiffel Tower.
Choi and Tétier’s Creative Vision: Rebellion, Identity, and Couture Cool
Choi said that the design is “totally moody, grungy and fashion. It’s black, skin, silver, white – it’s so monotone, but it’s punchy.
Kylie Minogue beams beside a sleek black pump featuring a transparent heel etched with the Eiffel Tower, capturing the Parisian spirit of the Jimmy Choo x Jean Paul Gaultier collaboration (Credit: Valentin Herfray)
“It’s because of the nature of the brand’s aesthetic and what it stands for, whether it’s pop culture or just being truly rebellious – to have that platform and point of view in fashion was always important as a young person growing up,” Choi, a longtime Gaultier fan, added.
Regarding the collaboration between the two brands, Choi said she wanted to team up with a label that wasn’t so “obvious, but also slightly uncomfortable.”
Kylie Minogue lounges in white corset-laced kitten heels and a structured tulle mini dress, channeling fierce femininity in the Jimmy Choo x Jean Paul Gaultier campaign (Credit: Valentin Herfray)
As for Tétier, she shared her way of working at the French label: imagine what the founder would be doing if he were 30 years old while remaining respectful of the brand’s rich history. “It’s about this mix of established brands and super young people finding the right balance.”
The collection, which features limited-edition designs, costs $975 to $2,450. You can browse the different shoe styles and shop your favorites online at Farfetch, Mytheresa, and in select stores globally.
Style Icons Spotlight: Jimmy Choo, Jean Paul Gaultier & Kylie Minogue
Explore how these fashion powerhouses continue to influence the style scene:
Emily Ratajkowski Channels Y2K in Jean Paul Gaultier
- Event: 2023 MTV Video Music Awards
- Outfit: Emily Ratajkowski dazzled in a green halter-neck dress from Jean Paul Gaultier’s Soleil collection, embracing the Y2K revival trend.
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Kylie Minogue’s Daring Cut-Out Dress at Time 100 Gala
- Event: 2024 Time 100 Gala
- Outfit: Kylie Minogue graced the red carpet in a stunning black cut-out Elie Saab gown, showcasing her timeless elegance.
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Camila Cabello Shines in Jimmy Choo Etana Sandals
- Event: Paris Fashion Week
- Outfit: Camila Cabello turned heads in a silver Rabanne ensemble paired with metallic silver Jimmy Choo Etana sandals, adding a modern twist to retro style.
- See her look: Camila Cabello Shines at Paris Fashion Week in Daring Rabanne Ensemble
Jessica Biel’s Effortless Elegance in Jimmy Choo Flats
- Event: Casual outing in Los Angeles
- Outfit: Jessica Biel showcased casual chic in studded Jimmy Choo flats, proving that elegance doesn’t always require heels.
- Explore her style: Jessica Biel’s Secret to Effortless Elegance? These Stunning Jimmy Choo Flats
Kylie Minogue’s Grammy Triumph and Fashion Statements
- Event: 66th Annual Grammy Awards
- Outfit: Kylie Minogue was honored with the inaugural Best Pop Dance Recording award, and her fashion choices throughout the event made a statement.
- Read more: Kylie Minogue’s Grammy Triumph and Fashion Statements
These moments highlight the enduring influence of Jimmy Choo, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Kylie Minogue in the fashion world, inspiring fans and fashion enthusiasts alike.