Revolutionary couturier André Courrèges made a name for himself on the buzzy Paris fashion scene of the 1960s with audacious Space Age designs that pointed to the future. The world of haute couture credits him with toppling the conservative standards assigned to feminine clothing back then and propelling a movement that celebrated a more revealing brand of women's attire — including chic miniskirts, his iconic white ankle boots and often whimsical dresses with necklines that turned heads.
While vintage André Courrèges suits, jackets and other apparel garnered the designer ample praise, he wasn’t confined to producing clothing. He is also widely revered for creating some of the era’s most stylish accessories, like his offbeat, goggles-esque sunglasses and distinctive scarves, which boasted lively patterns and an alluring range of Pop art colors and pastels.
Born in the French Pyrenees, Courrèges wanted to become an artist at an early age, but his father steered him into engineering. Though successful as an engineer, Courrèges pivoted to fashion. He moved to Paris and worked briefly for couturiere Jeanne Lafaurie. In 1948, he took a job with Cristóbal Balenciaga, and within a couple of years, he had ascended to the role of Balenciaga’s first assistant.
While working for Balenciaga, Courrèges met dressmaker Coqueline Barrière, whom he would later marry. In 1961, the couple established their own fashion house, where they collaborated as creative partners for the remainder of the designer’s life.
Courrèges was among the designers who ushered in the rise of ready-to-wear. He favored figure-hugging silhouettes and geometric shapes, and looked to the work of architect Le Corbusier — a like-minded proponent of simplicity and clean lines.
Alongside innovators such as Mary Quant, Paco Rabanne and Pierre Cardin — the latter's futuristic looks were catnip for the free-spending consumers of the postwar years — Courrèges explored ways to outfit women with comfortable everyday wear, working with forward-looking materials such as plastic and polyvinyl chloride in his unadorned dresses of stark white. Mexican socialite and Harper’s Bazaar editor Gloria Guinness, pop star Françoise Hardy and former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy were among some notable names to wear Courrèges originals.
By the mid-1960s, Courrèges had risen to the top of his industry, and there were many imitators. He took strict control of production at his namesake label, only allowing distribution through licensed sellers. He and Coqueline sold off part of the company in 1968 to L'Oreal, and by the early 1970s, Courrèges had more than 100 boutiques worldwide, also expanding into fragrances and menswear.
In 1983, the couple restored themselves to full ownership of the company and in 2011 sold the brand to French advertising executives Jacques Bungert and Frédéric Torloting. Artémis, which controls the global luxury group Kering, acquired a minority stake in the Courrèges brand in 2015 and took full control three years later.
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Courreges 1960s Color Block Dress
By André Courrèges
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful color block wool dress alternating panels of black and royal blue from Courreges. It is an A-line dress flaring subtly to the hem and has a stand up collar, back zipper,...
1964 Iconic Vintage Andre Courreges Eskimo Glasses Rare Museum Quality
By André Courrèges
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly rare vintage 1964 pair of Andre Courreges Eskimo Glasses. Iconic fashion moment, as depicted on top models of the 1960s (See Jean Shrimpton p...
unworn 1965 Iconic André Courrèges Lunette "Eskimo Eclipse" Sunglasses
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in San Fransisco, CA
For sale is this rare pair of Eskimo glasses designed by André Courrèges dating to 1965, an iconic accessory now held in countless museum collections i...
Vintage Andre Courrèges 1960's Black leather & White Cross Body Satchel Mini Bag
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Sheffield, GB
Courrèges 1960's Body Satchel Bag, 1960's Vintage 1960s black leather body satchel bag. Features: Large contrast COURRÈGES exterior logo appliqué / Zip...
Andre Courreges Pop Maxi Gown
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in New York, NY
Andre Courreges Couture Pop Maxi Gown of vibrant orange wool with sheer floral inserts at neckline with sequin centers. Clean lined silhouette with slight A lined flare at hem. Desig...
1960s Andre COURRÈGES Vintage Numbered space age white mod mini dress
By André Courrèges
Located in Sheffield, GB
1960's Numbered Couture Andre COURRÈGES space age white mod mini dress SERIAL NUMBER; 035614 Measurements are provided in inches (‘’) Recommended Size;...
Andre Courreges Haute Couture Mod Pink Wool Dress
By André Courrèges
Located in New York, NY
Andre Courreges Haute Couture Mod pale pink wool appliqued dress, mid 1960s. Utilizing signature Courreges seaming and signature embroidery app...
1960s Courreges Black Velvet Metallic Beautiful Vintage 60s A Line Dress
By André Courrèges
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s ANDRE COURREGES black velvet A-line metallic dress! Luxurious lightweight black velvet, with metallic sparkles scattered through...
Double breasted skirt suit in tweed with chevron pattern COURREGES
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Double breasted skirt suit in tweed with chevron pattern. Main fabric composition: 45% acrylic, 42% wool, 13% rayon. Inset composition ( grey fabric : on collar, pockets and elbow) :...
Courreges Numbered Couture Creme Orange Mod a Line Dress, 1960s
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Boca Raton, FL
André Courrèges is one of the most iconic designers of the 1960s. He and others such as Pierre Cardin built an era of fashion that defined the generation and aesthetic of space-ageis...
André Courrèges 1960s Vintage Black Knit Turtle Neck Top - Short Sleeve Sweater
By André Courrèges
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Classical Vintage 1960's COURRÈGES PARIS turtle neck knitted top, with a white embroidered logo detail. Features; Turtle neck / Short sleeves /Comfortable Stretchy fit MADE IN ITA...
COURREGES Paris c.1960's Navy Blue Wool Mod A-Line Dress
By André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Courreges Paris for Bonwit Teller c.1960's navy blue wool a-line dress. Short sleeves. Scoop neckline. Princess seamed bodice. Faux wrap front detail with two round silver bu...
$1,046Sale Price|25% Off
1960s Andre Courreges Skirt Suit (42 fr) 3-Piece Suit (Jacket, Skirt and Shorts)
By André Courrèges
Located in Port Hope, ON
One of the superstars of the 1960s, Andre Courreges dominated the "Avant Garde" movement in design. This is a three piece cotton combo made up of a blue pencil skirt with two front p...
$812Sale Price|35% Off
1960's Courreges Winter White Wool Dress with Band Detail
By André Courrèges
Located in New Hope, PA
Andre Courreges designed this dress in the late 1960's using a Winter White wool. It has a face framing stand up collar and four horizontal bands made from the same fabric. These b...
COURREGES c.1960's Vtg Orange Wool A Line Pleated Knee Length Button Skirt
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1960's Vtg Orange Wool A Line Pleated Knee Length Button Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Courreges Circa: 1960's Designer: Andre Courreges Style: A Line Skirt Color(s): Oran...
Courreges couture brown wool mini skirt suit, c. 1969
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in London, GB
Courreges couture brown wool mini skirt suit with wooden buttons and silk lining. c. 1969
André Courrèges skirt suit in navy wool - French circa 1968–1972
By André Courrèges
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1968–1972. France Iconic Modernist skirt suit in navy wool from André Courrèges’ Hyperbole line, numbered 0548234 and 0548205, dating from 1968–1972. Navy blue acrylic wool ens...
COURREGES Early c.1960's Orange Wool Embroidered Trim Short Sleeve A-Line Dress
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES Early c.1960's Orange Wool Embroidered Trim Short Sleeve A-Line Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Courreges Circa: Early 1960s Designer: Andre C...
Courrèges 1960s black cotton & lurex stretch top with front button closure
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage Courrèges Paris 1960s black cotton and lurex stretch top with front button closure and shoulder straps top. Courrèges size B Measurements flat: Bust 12,5inch32cm(x2) - Waist ...
A vintage 1960s Courreges cream Wool and Silk Dress Model 29074
By André Courrèges
Located in London, GB
A chic dress by French designer Courreges. In a cream wool with silk lining, this dress is perfect for parties or even a bride.The dress has a square neckline, a 7 button opening at...
Courreges Hyperbole Classic Black Dress
By André Courrèges
Located in Oakland, CA
Classic black dress by Courreges Hyperbole. Constructed, heavier weight fabric gives shape. Stretch waistband with tie. Banded short sleeves. A...
COURREGES c.1960s Black Sparkle Sheen Knit Zip-Up Sleeveless Sweater Top
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Courreges Circa: 1960s Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Sweater top Color(s): Shades of black, silver Lined: No Marked Fabric Content: "74% polyamide, 24% poly...
1960's Courreges Orange Mod Coat with Vinyl Trim
By André Courrèges
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Orange Courreges mod coat from the 1960's features notched lapels, double breasted closure, vertical flap pockets at the hips, and a triple vented panel ...
COURREGES COUTURE Pink Iridescent Crystal Button Skirt & Blouse Ensemble Size 2
By André Courrèges
Located in Los Angeles, CA
COUTURE PIECE This ensemble is composed of a pink iridescent crinkled fabric. Features crystal bead buttons. The skirt has hook and eye closures. In "AS-IS" condition, with slight d...
$875Sale Price|30% Off
1960's Courreges Winter White Wool Dress with Black Pocket Trim
By André Courrèges
Located in New Hope, PA
A stunning winter white wool dress designed by Andre Courreges in the 1960's has a raised seam on the bodice and a double raised seam at the waistline. This is incorporated into the ...
Courreges Orange Cotton Twill Ensemble
By André Courrèges
Located in New York, NY
Bright orange cotton twill ensemble by Andre Courreges, Paris. Jacket has hidden hooks under a center front placket which closes with 4 self ties. The jacket has a gathered belt inse...
Andre Courreges Cotton Sateen Logo Scarf
By André Courrèges
Located in New York, NY
Andre Courreges Cotton Sateen Logo Scarf in lime green and white. Charming "hand drawn" graphics. 1960's France. 28" x 28". Excell...
Corduroy skirt with butterfly print COURRÈGES
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cotton corduroy skirt with butterfly print . Acetate lining. Pocket on both side with button and buttonhole on the pocket flap. Zip and hook&eye closure on the left side. SIZE S
An André Courrèges Couture Baby Doll Dress - France Circa 1968
By André Courrèges
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1965-1970. France Rare model of Baby Doll Dress by André Courrèges Haute Couture model 23075 and dating from the late 1960s. Short sleeveless dress, Trapeze shape, high waist ...
Highly Documented Courrèges Haute Couture Wool Set, Fall-Winter 1969-1970
By André Courrèges
Located in Geneva, CH
André Courrèges opened the haute couture to the Pop culture. Giving priority to geometric lines and shapes, the sculptural designs feature a mix of simplicity with Parisian chic. This very rare labelled complete wool set includes a beanie (numbered C2136), a pair of mitten (numbered C2137) and a scarf (numbered C2138), is a typical example of the above. It was accompanying the coats and trenchs of this 1969 collection. White color was one of Courrèges favorites, he liked using either alone or mixing with others, more striking ones. Fits approx. : Beanie -> US 7 / EU 56 / Size M Scarf -> one size fits all Mitten -> Size S/M Measurements (approx.) : Beanie -> Circumference 56 cm (22 inches) Scarf -> L 145.5 x W 19 cm / L 57.3 x W 7.5 inches Mitten -> L 23 x W 10.4 cm / L 9.1 x W 4.1 inches This item has been professionally cleaned, pressed & carefully inspected by a couture-trained seamstress before being sold. Credit photos : Picture n° 5 -> Peter Knapp...
COURREGES Couture Future c.1960s Navy Blue Wool Sleeveless Tie Waist Shift Dress
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Courreges Couture Future c.1960's navy blue wool sleeveless tie waist shift dress. Designed by Andre Courreges. Slit neckline. Sleeveless. Center front 1/2 zip closure. Draw ...