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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André Courrèges Haute Couture Skirt Suit In Black Wool Circa 1968/1975
By André Courrèges
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1968/1975 France Gorgeous Modernist skirt suit by André Courrèges Haute Couture size 00 from 1968/1975. Fine combed wool set with twill ribs and stitching. Military-inspired fu...
Courrèges 1990's Iconic Pink and Cream Vinyl Leather Logo Jacket
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Pre-owned Courrèges baby pink vinyl leather jacket featuring a funnel neck collar, cream logo detail at chest, long sleeves with buttoned cuffs, cropped boxy fit, and snap button clo...
An André Courrèges Couture jacket and skirt - French Circa 1970
By André Courrèges
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1968/1970. France Tailors jacket and skirt Haute Couture by André Courrèges dating from the late 60s. Size A Couture Future. Cream and navy wool twill and acetate cream lining....
COURREGES c.1970’s Hyperbole Orange Belted Button Front Coat Overcoat Numbered
By André Courrèges, Courreges Hyperbole
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1970’s Hyperbole Orange Belted Button Up Detail Overcoat Numbered Circa: 1970’s Label(s): Courreges ‘Hyperbole’ -numbered Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Belted Overcoa...
Courreges Striped Leather Belted Jacket, 1980s
By André Courrèges
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The most amazing mod inspired 1980s Courreges striped leather jacket! Made of a soft cream leather, accented with grey and red vertical stripes. Buttons up the side of the chest with...
Courreges Iconic White Cropped Logo Jacket
By André Courrèges
Located in Oakland, CA
This iconic white on white vintage Andre Courreges jacket has snaps up the front and a stovepipe collar. The cropped fit makes this wonderful jacket c...
Vintage Courreges Floral Watercolor Short Sleeve Cotton Jacket
By André Courrèges
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Courreges short sleeve cotton jacket! Features a stunning floral watercolor print throughout, and pockets at both sides of waist. Fully lined. In great condition. M...
Navy blue velvet sponge jacket with hood and white zip Courrèges
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue velvet sponge jacket with hood and white zip. Fabric composition: 80% cotton, 20% polyester. Drawstring on the waist. Pocket on both side + one pocket on the left breast wi...
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. ...
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 Mint Blue Signature Logo Mod Cropped Jacket
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1970’s Mint Blue Embroidered Signature Logo Mod Cropped Jacket Circa: 1970’s Label(s): Courreges Paris Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Cropped jacket Color(s): Mint bl...
COURREGES PARIS c.1970's Vtg Navy Blue Wool Double Breasted Blazer Jacket
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES PARIS c.1970's Vtg Navy Blue Wool Double Breasted Blazer Jacket Brand / Manufacturer: Courreges Circa: 1970's Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Double Breasted Blazer Color...
Single breasted jacket with flower print COURREGES
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Single breasted jacket with flower print. Fabric composition: Fibranne -Spun Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front + on the pocket. Drawstring on the bottom edge. SIZE M
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Size: Skirt 38, Jacket 40
UNWORN Dolce & Gabbana Bondage Buckle Leather Jacket Skirt Suit Ensemble Y2K KIM
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Switzerland, CH
Dolce & Gabbana Bondage Leather Skirt Jacket Suit Combination An extremely rare find and vintage piece Seen on Kim Kardashian in Milano Finest nappa leather Fully lined with bla...
Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top
Located in Water Mill, NY
An intricate, stunning, vintage beige silk lace jacket, bolero, shrug, vest in varying stitches and patterns of flowers and petals- very elaborate. The shoulders are extended forming...
Fall 1991 Chanel Runway Documented Pink Boucle Wool Jacket
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This vibrant pink jacket walked the runway as part of Chanel’s lauded Fall 1991 'Hip Hop' collection. This collection marked a turn in the aesthetic of the f...
Comme des Garcons AD 2002 Bondage Top and Jacket
By Junya Watanabe, Comme des Garçons
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black fine cotton 2 piece set consisting of a sleeveless top and matching jacket from Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons. The sleeves top has a crew neckline and a confi...
2010 CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO khaki oversized coat
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, khaki cotton oversized coat designed by Phoebe Philo for Celine dating to resort of 2010. Labeled a French size 36, however it fits oversized. Approximate measurements: dr...
Delpozo Sculptural Linen Jacket
By Delpozo
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous sculptural white linen jacket from Deplozo. It has large silver dome front closing and fabulous panels encircling the armholes flaring at the ...
Yves Saint Laurent Rose Pink Cotton Canvas Jacket, 1970's
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970's Yves Saint Laurent rosey pink cotton canvas jacket with an artist's smock style including pleats at the shoulder, blouson sleeves, collarless neckline, side pockets and button front. The strong shoulders enhanced with pads are reminiscent of 1940's swing coat looks. The cotton canvas offers a casual elegance and is perfect paired with a YSL peasant...
F/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Purple Burgundy Velvet Silk Ribbon Runway Skirt Suit
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous two-toned blazer and skirt suit set designed by Tom Ford for his final collection with the house of Gucci. This decadent velvet silk ribbon set debuted as look ...
F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Black Wool Blend Pinstripe Medusa Belted Suit
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black wool pinstripe Versace skirt suit designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this skirt suit has a matching pinstriped blazer, skirt, and belt. The classically tailored skirt suit is elevated with shiny silver-tone Versace Medusa...
Vintage Giorgio Armani Pink Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage pink jacket from Giorgio Armani . The jacket is in a silk/linen mix, with a two button fastening, and is fully lined.
$421Sale Price|30% Off
Christian Lacroix Vintage Embroidered and Jeweled Heart Denim Jacket
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage denim jacket featuring an amazing embroidered and jeweled heart. Black distressed denim, slightly stretch, featuring in the back a heart embellished with m...
F/W 1994 John Galliano Runway Black Satin Double Breasted Oversized Pantsuit
By John Galliano
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible black satin John Galliano oversized suit. From the Fall/Winter 1994 collection, a version of this fabulous suit debuted on the ...
Courrèges 1990's Iconic Blue and White Vinyl Leather Logo Jacket
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Pre-owned Courrèges blue vinyl leather jacket featuring a funnel neck collar, cream logo detail at chest, long sleeves with buttoned cuffs, cropped boxy fit, and snap button closure....
Courreges Lilac Wool Skirt Suit Size 40 fr
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Paris, FR
Andre Courreges lilac suit jacket and skirt featuring tie-waist jacket with detachable belt, front zip opening, long sleeves, press-stud fastening cuffs and...
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...
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Size: Equivalent size France 35-36
A Courrèges Hyperbole Jersey Navy Trouser Suit - France Circa 1972
By Courreges Hyperbole, André Courrèges
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1972-1975 France Rare André Courrèges Hyperbole trouser suit in navy blue jersey from the early 1970s. Fitted jacket numbered 0532248, short sleeves with folded collar, white...
COURREGES c.1970s Teal Corduroy Button-Down Collared Blazer Jacket
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Courreges Circa: 1970s Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Blazer Color(s): Shades of teal, white Lined: Yes Marked Fabric Content: "100% cotton" (primary fabric),...
1970s Courreges Jacket with Capeline 38Fr
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Port Hope, ON
Fabulous example of avant garde designer Andre Courreges. The jacket is made with a combination of wool tweed, except for the capeline (cape back and front), which is alpaca. Closure...
Courreges Cotton Poplin Blouson
By André Courrèges
Located in New York, NY
Courreges, cotton poplin and linen draw string, "blouson"/ jacket having a cotton body with a deep " yoke'' in a contrasting linen with a herringbone pat...
COURREGES c.1970’s Green Wool Mohair Tweed Corduroy Button Front Blazer Jacket
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1970’s Teal Green Wool Mohair Tweed Corduroy Button Front Blazer Jacket Circa: 1970’s Label(s): Courreges Paris Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Blazer jacket Color(s): ...
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...
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Size: French equivalent size 35/36
André Courrèges Haute Couture Skirt Suit In Black Wool Circa 1968/1975
By André Courrèges
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1968/1975 France Gorgeous Modernist skirt suit by André Courrèges Haute Couture size 00 from 1968/1975. Fine combed wool set with twill ribs and stitching. Military-inspired futuristic cut with Mao collar...
COURREGES c.1980’s Yellow Knit Double Breasted Leather Cardigan Sweater Jacket
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1980’s Yellow Knit Double Breasted Leather Cardigan Sweater Jacket Circa: 1980’s Label(s): Courreges Paris Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Double-breasted sweater jack...
Courreges Iconic 1960's Metallic Silver Leather Logo Jacket
By André Courrèges
Located in Oakland, CA
Rare space-age Andre Courreges statement silver leather jacket. "Courreges paris couture future" Snap button closures. Double snap button on...