The Fashion System of Roland Barthes is criticized by Schier “there is certainly something in the idea that we say things with what we choose to wear, even if it is not You shouldn't insist too much on finding a set of rules in each choice. » [Davis, 1992, page 6] Jean Paul Gaultier discovers a symbolic tension, which highlights the desire to imitate clothing and associated gender paraphernalia. He is often described as more French than French, the enfant terrible of French couture. This essay will expose the reactions of ridicule and intolerance, his exceptional technique and his ability to never limit himself to the norm, the way in which he shaped and challenged the conventional idea of ​​fashion. Modes of male self-presentation will be presented taking into account each fashion collection. “Clothes have no gender except those of function.” The discussion will focus on masculine self-presentation, Gaultier's ability to cross the line between gender identity and cross-dressing, between provocation and originality. Fashion is full of outdated clichés, which no longer correspond to our times. In the animal kingdom, the male is generally more colorful and flamboyant, he dwarfs the female, which probably makes him more attractive to potential mates. The Macaroni's, precursors of the dandy challenging gender identity, were the first metrosexuals of their time. They were just as embellished and scandalous as the women, if not more so. In the 1970s, the peacock revolution began. Men were open to bright colors, patterned clothing and fabrics that hung loosely around the body. Naomi R Wolf argues that society puts pressure on women to conform to the stubborn reality of the image of femininity. Wolf, the author of the best-selling The Beauty Myth,......middle of the article......ction, remarked: “Clothes have no gender. Express yourself! “Your image is a game, be fluid and free! » “Be yourself!” “You have several faces, like a Picasso. » Jean Paul Gaultier's style is constantly evolving. He continues to be excited about changes in society and the arts. His curiosity and need to absorb information fuels his creativity. It constantly takes the qualities attributed to a particular gender and mixes them together. Even after all these years, Gaultier still manages to shock people with his creativity and ability to ignore stereotypes. “He knows how to surprise, how to reinvent himself, how to innovate.” Martin Margiela [Page 103] Gaultier has left one last impression on the minds of humanity. “I believe that his play with the concepts of gender and sexuality will be seen as one of the key aspects of his career”, Valérie Steele