For Spring/Summer 2026, Jean Paul Gaultier presents the “JUNIOR” campaign, introducing Duran Lantink’s first ready-to-wear collection for the House.
Photographed by Inez & Vinoodh, the visuals bring together Leon Dame and a cast of models in a series of vivid, character-led scenes. Inspired by the late 1980s, the campaign revisits a moment defined by bold expression and distinctive silhouettes.
The imagery highlights a strong sense of attitude, where glamour meets a playful, almost theatrical energy.
Signature elements of the House—marinière stripes, tattoo mesh, and trompe-l’œil—are reinterpreted through Lantink’s contemporary lens.
Garments are brought to life through movement and interaction, emphasizing their fluid and evolving nature.
Throughout the campaign, identities shift, with gender and roles explored as something open and undefined.
Styled by Jodie Barnes, each look contributes to a narrative built on contrast and transformation.
The result is a series of images that feel both precise and instinctive.
“JUNIOR” signals a renewed vision for the House—grounded in its codes, yet driven by a forward-looking perspective.
