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...
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...
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 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 André Courrèges, 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 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. ...
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 Courrèges, André 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 Courrèges, André 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...
Thierry Mugler Red Silver Bullet Blazer Jacket Hiver Buick collection FW 1989
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning red Thierry Mugler blazer jacket with amazing silver bulllet details. Hiver Buick collection FW 1989. Adorned with chrome ornaments inspired by the 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. V...
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...
Etro Pink Velvet Jacket
By Etro
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Etro - (Made in Italy) Pink silk velvet cape. No size indicated, it is equivalent to a single size. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 90 cm ...
$1,780Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
By Jean Patou
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...
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...
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
F/W 1969 Christian Dior Haute Couture Red Wool Fur Collar Jacket
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous red Christian Dior Haute Couture coat designed by Marc Bohan. From the Fall/Winter 1969 collection, this incredible jacket is complete with zipper closures at the front and hip pockets and a black-red fox fur collar. Effortlessly chic and timeless, this custom-made vintage Christian Dior haute...
Yves Saint Laurent Quilted Jacket S/S 1977
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Norwich, GB
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche jacket, in a quilted blue pattern with braided trim. From the Spring/Summer 1977 'Les Espagnoles et les Romantiques' Spanish influenced collection. As ...
Off-white lamb shearling vest SONIA RYKIEL
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white lamb shearling vest. Hook&eye closure on the front, pocket on both side. SIZE 44 (Fr) XL
Chanel Sequin Cardigan with CC Handshake Buttons 46 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel Iridescent Sequin Cashmere Cardigan with CC Secret Handshake Buttons ~ As seen on Anna Wintour // Rare Collector's Piece / ~This is not fashion for the season. It is couture ...
F/W 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Deep Red Double Breasted Shearling Coat
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible red-shearling Gucci double-breasted coat designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 1996 collection, a similar full-length coat debuted on the season’s runway as part of Look 42, modeled by Kirsten Owen. It was also captured on Shalom Harlow by Ryu Tamagawa for Elle Japan. This luxurious coat features a double-breasted closure and is constructed entirely of deep and rich red shearling...
$3,999Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Dress & Skirt 38 Jacket 36
CHANEL 1998 Tweed Dress Jacket Skirt Suit Ensemble Set - 3 PCS as seen on Kate
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful Chanel Signature Tweed Ensemble A timeless classic which will never go out of style Key piece of the season - Featured in the AD campaign, edi...
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 Courrèges, André 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 André Courrèges, 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...
Andre Courreges numbered Pink Wool Jacket Skirt Set 1970’s
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in US
Andre Courreges modernist numbered couture pink wool jacket & skirt set from the 1970’s. Jacket features large AC vinyl logo. Large plastic coated hal...
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...