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 Vintage Navy Blue Wool Gabardine Trench Coat with Cape Detail
By André Courrèges
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage navy blue gabardine wool trench coat with cape detail on the upper back. Matching sash. By Courreges. Details: Unlined Front Pockets Button Front Closure Marked S...
A Men's Wool Tartan Trenchcoat by André Courrèges - France Circa 2000
By André Courrèges
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 2000. France A large Men's Trenchcoat in wool tartan check in mint condition dating from 2000. Long coat with zip and press studs and removable hood. Three flap pockets with pr...
Pale blue nylon coat with hood and fake fur Courrèges Hyperbole Circa 1971/72
By André Courrèges, Courreges Hyperbole
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale blue nylon coat with hood. Buttons in the middle front, on the hood, on the belt and in the middle back. 2 extras buttons provided. Split middle back = 33 cm Numbered 0519798 ...
1970's COURREGES raspberry tweed wool coat
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This is a 1970's Courrèges coat done in a raspberry colored bouclé tweedy wool. It has that easy, slightly A-line Courrèges silhouette with gentle gathers at the shoulders and a smal...
COURREGES c.1970’s Brown White Convertible Collar Full-Length Coat Jacket
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1970’s Brown White High Convertible Collar Full-Length Coat Jacket Circa: 1970s Label(s): Courreges Paris Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Full-length parka style coat jacket Color(s): Shades of brown and white Lined: Yes Marked Fabric Content: “100% Nylon” (shell); “80% acrylic, 20% nylon” (interior lining) Unmarked Fabric Content (feel of): Metal (hardware, closures) Additional Details / Inclusions: Brown white lined full-length jacket with textured shearling lining. High zip-up convertible collar with D-ring belt style closure. Long sleeves with belted detail at cuffs; silver-tone button closure at belt cuff detail. Topstitch detailing at edges of sleeve cuffs; topstitch detailing at edges of cuff belt strap. White sherpa...
COURREGES c.1970's Couture Future Marine Navy Asymmetrical Button Front Overcoat
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1970's Couture Future Marine Navy Button Front Coat Overcoat Brand / Manufacturer: Courreges Circa: 1970's Label(s): Courreges 'Couture Future' - numbered (055697) / L. ...
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 ...
Nylon coat with faux fur lining and hood COURREGES Circa 1970's
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Nylon coat with faux fur lining and hood . Shell fabric composition: 100% polyamide ( nylon) . Lining composition ( faux fur) : 100% acrylic Drawstring waist. Pocket with snap closu...
Courreges Vinyl Cropped Bomber Jacket
By André Courrèges
Located in Geneva, CH
This eggshell-beige vinyl cropped bomber jacket is a rare example of the Hyperbole sportswear collection launched in 1971 by André Courrèges. Bea...
A statement vintage purple coat by Courreges
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in London, GB
A wonderful and warm vintage coat by Courreges. The coat is in a vibrant purple colour, and is collarless with a button front opening. It is fully ...
Vintage Courreges Peach Wool Squiggle Coat
By André Courrèges
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Andre Courreges peach & cream wool collared winter coat with defined yoke, front welt pockets, button front closure and white Courreges logo at neckline. Please inquire for a...
COURREGES Hyperbole c.1970's Orange Hooded Belted Full-Length Coat
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES Hyperbole c.1970's Orange Hooded Belted Full-Length Coat Circa: 1970’s Label(s): Courreges Paris, Hyperbole Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Coat Color(s): Orange (exter...
Size: fits a US 2-4 (see measurements)
J. MENDEL blue & black Chinchilla fur vest
By J Mendel
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Striking blue and black dyed Chinchilla vest from J. Mendel. Very flattering seam construction and subtle ombre colorway. There is no size indicated, h...
I Magnin 1970s Turquoise Teal Blue Paisley Print Metallic Large 70s Fringe Shawl
By I Magnin and Co
Located in San Diego, CA
Brilliant large 1970s I MAGNIN turquoise / teal blue rayon fringed piano shawl ! Paisley print in vibrant colors of fuchsia pink, purple, green and yellow throughout. Metallic gold ...
CHANEL white navy beige cotton 07P FRINGED PLAID TWEED Jacket 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel jacket in navy, white, and beige check tweed cotton (53%), rayon (21%), nylon (12%), silk (9%), and polyester (5%) offers a chic twist on a classic. Design...
Size: Small - Medium
Amazing Vintage Escada by Margaretha Ley Leather Suede Color Block Bomber Jacket
By Escada, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage ESCADA by MARGARETHA LEY suede and leather color block bomber jacket! Features suede patches in vibrant colors of purple and blue, intertwined with soft gold leather....
Haute Couture Black Embroidered French Silk Net Fringed Shawl- 40", 1900s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Despite being over a century old, this intricate mantilla is as colorful and perfect as the day it was made. Similar in complexity to a piano shawl but half the traditional size (and twice as delicate) it is one of the most exquisite we have ever seen. Entirely handmade, its subtle color, delicate workmanship recalls designs by Maison Lesage. *From the personal collection of Mme. Gilberte Garros, sister of French war aviator and French Open namesake Roland Garros.* Spanish mantilla...
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Red and Gold Metallic Silk Brocade coat with Ostrich
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Red and gold silk brocade coat from 1990s Jean Paul Gaultier. silky and soft Ostrich feather on collar and sleeve. Coat is lined in gray silk. Coat is in excellent conditi...
Size: 40 FR (Vintage)
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Grey Faux Astrakhan Fur and Black Velvet Jacket, c. 1992
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Munich, DE
Unusual and rare vintage Yves Saint Laurent charcoal grey faux fur Persian lamb or Astrakhan coat with black velvet collar, cuffs and edging probably from the Fall 1992 ready-to-wear...
Unused ranch mink fur coat with a hood size 8
Located in Montreal, Quebec
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Brand new luxurious Mink fur coat with a hood Condition: Brand New Closure: Buttons Color: Brown Material: Mink Garment type: Coat Sleeves: Princess cuffs...
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pa...
NWT S/S 1994 Gianni Versace Baby Blue Metallic Crinkled Lamé Medusa Coat
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a rare blue metallic crinkled lamé Gianni Versace Couture coat, designed by Gianni Versace. This rare piece cannot be found on a ready-to-wear runway, but the fabric debut...
Size: 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16
1970s Jean Varon Russet Wool Crepe Cape
By Jean Varon
Located in London, GB
During the 1960s and beyond, English fashion designer John Bates designed visionary modernist clothing under the name Jean Varon. This graceful 1970s maxi-cape, with its ankle-grazin...
Celine by Phoebe Philo heathered grey cashmere coat with cutouts & wrap pockets
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very soft, heathered-grey, double faced cashmere coat with wrap around pockets and cutouts under arms designed by Phoebe Philo for Celine. F...
COURREGES Hyperbole c.1970's Ivory Wool Orange Patent Leather Logo Hooded Cape
By Courreges Hyperbole, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES Hyperbole c.1970's Ivory Wool Orange Patent Leather Logo Hooded Cape Numbered Brand / Manufacturer: Courreges Collection: Hyperbole circa 1970's Designer: Andre Courreges ...
Size: Large size L, equivalent to 58
A Men's Wool Tartan Trenchcoat by André Courrèges - France Circa 2000
By André Courrèges
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 2000 France A large Men's Trenchcoat in wool tartan check in mint condition dating from 2000. Long coat with zip and press studs and removable hood. Three flap pockets with press studs and reminder on the cuffs. Navy blue tartan with large white and cream checks in a fluffy, mottled and twill weave. Light chamois-coloured windproof canvas lining and drawstring waistband for tying at the front. Label indicating Courrèges Homme...
Courrèges Orange Vinyl Cropped Y2K Puffa Jacket Coat
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Sheffield, GB
An Iconic, futuristic orange coloured vinyl puffer jacket by Courrèges. Circa 2000. Features; Central line Contrasting White Zip fasten Hip pocket...
L 17.72 in
1980's Courreges Pink Vinyl Jacket
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Paris, FR
1980's Courreges pink Vinyl Reedition jacket featuring adjustable high neck, long sleeves, snap-button fastening, buttoned cuffs, highlighted waist, logo pr...
1970's Courreges Raincoat with Drawstring Waist and Snap Front
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in New Hope, PA
Rain or shine this tan cotton coat designed by Andre Courreges in the 1970's is just perfect. The funnel neck can be closed with two snaps. There are two breast pockets placed on th...
COURREGES Couture Future c.1970’s Brown Corduroy Cinched Waist Long Coat Jacket
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES Couture Future c.1970’s Brown Corduroy Cinched Waist Long Coat Jacket Circa: 1970’s Label(s): Courreges Couture Future Designer: An...
L 23.63 in
Andre Courreges Blue Sport Futur Jacket
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Paris, FR
Andre Courreges turquoise blue and white 1980s Sport Futur jacket featuring a quilted effect, a padded interior, ribbed details, dropped shoulders, a stand up collar, a zip and press...
Vintage Courreges Green Wool Coat
By André Courrèges
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Andre Courreges pea green textured wool collared coat featuring front waist welt pockets, front torso button closure, defined yoke, back waist belt and white Courreges logo a...
Size: A
Courrèges Wool Coat
By André Courrèges
Located in New York, NY
Courregès, bright orange, unlined, wool twill coat, having a pointed collar, 4 patch pockets at the bust and hips and welted seam details.
COURREGES c.1970s Brick Red Vinyl Faux Leather Mod Signature Logo Cropped Jacket
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: COURREGES c.1970s Brick Red Vinyl Faux Leather Mod Signature Logo Cropped Jacket Circa: c.1970’s Label(s): Courreges Paris Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Cropped jack...
COURREGES Couture Future c.1970's Mint Green Vinyl Signature Logo Cropped Jacket
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: COURREGES Couture Future c.1970's Mint Green Vinyl Signature Logo Cropped Jacket Circa: c.1970’s Label(s): Courreges Paris Couture Future; Made In France Exclusively Fo...
COURREGES c.1970s Mint Blue Vinyl Faux Leather Mod Signature Logo Cropped Jacket
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: COURREGES c.1970s Mint Blue Vinyl Faux Leather Mod Signature Logo Cropped Jacket Circa: c.1970’s Label(s): Courreges Paris Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Cropped jacket Color(s): Shades of mint blue and off white Lined: Yes Marked Fabric Content: 85% Cotton, 15% Polyurethane-Spandex; 100% Acetate Unmarked Fabric Content (feel of): Additional Details / Inclusions: Standing collar, seven center front snap closures, banded hem with two snap and tab closures at front, long sleeves with two snap closures at cuff, front and back yoke, “AC” cut work applique at left front, signature “AC” lining, removable lining with snap closures throughout. Similar jacket found in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (2003.256.13a, b) and worn by Sharon Stone...