Jean Paul Gaultier was just nominated chairman of the group that carries his name; this makes the designer one of the few to manage his own couture house.

Jean Paul Gaultier was just nominated chairman of the group that carries his name; this makes the designer one of the few to manage his own couture house. The former president, Véronique Gautier, who has not related to him, announced she will be leaving the brand this Monday. Jean Paul said he will manage Gaultier and will also continue to draw. Today, Hermès has 45% of the company and the rest lies on the hands of the designer.