Jypsière

This is one of the newest creations from a house that never rests on its laurels but is always looking for exciting new things to do with bags. The irrepressible and bubbly Jean-Paul Gaultier had already been artistic director of Hermès women’s ready-to-wear for several years when he decided that, to complement his autumn 2008 show, he needed a bag that would speak of nature, hunting, fishing, and – this being Gaultier – tradition turned topsy-turvy. The body, side straps, swivel clasps and brackets from the Birkin were all adapted to make a jumbo game bag (“gibecière”). The plentiful inside pockets, including a phone compartment, promise – and can contain – all kinds of booty, catches and munitions.