Revolutionary couturier André Courrèges (1925–2016) 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 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. ...
Red wool dress-coat with black leather details COURREGES
By Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red wool dress-coat with black leather details. Acetate lining. Invisible zip closure on the middle back. Shoulder pad. Leather snap closure on the top left front. Pocket and split (...
Off-white wool coat COURRÈGES
By Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white wool coat. Main fabric composition: 50% wool, 19% polyurethane, 19% polyester. 20% nylon. lining composition: Cupro. Shoulder pad. Wool belt with button and buttonhole. S...
1970s Courreges Camel Car Coat with Hood
By Courrèges
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Very chic Courreges car style coat from the 1970s. Coat features long sleeve with elastic at cuffs, Mandarin collar, a removable oversized hood, toggle sty...
1970's COURREGES raspberry tweed wool coat
By Courrèges, André 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 André Courrèges, 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 Peach Coral Wool Coat Size 00
By Courrèges
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Courreges coat is composed of a wool in a peach-coral hue. There are center front button closures. In good vintage condition, some light signs of w...
Nylon coat with faux fur lining and hood COURREGES Circa 1970's
By André Courrèges, 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...
A statement vintage purple coat by Courreges
By André Courrèges, 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 ...
Single-breasted beige cotton and Corduroy coat Courrèges Circa 1970's
By Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Single-breasted beige cotton and Corduroy coat. Acetate lining. Half-belt in cotton with button and buttonhole in the front and adjustable buckle in the...
COURREGES Hyperbole c.1970's Orange Hooded Belted Full-Length Coat
By André Courrèges, 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...
$1,320
Courreges Red Wool Coat
By Courrèges
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Courreges Red Wool Coat combines the luxurious warmth of natural wool with the unique texture of lama and alpaca, making it perfect for those cold w...
1990s Emanuel Ungaro Leather Suede Chocolate Brown + Purple Vintage Moto Jacket
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 90s EMANUEL UNGARO cattle skin leather suede Moto jacket! Rich chocolate brown color, with purple / fuchsia pink buttons and stitching details. Slim tailored and fits li...
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...
$586
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...
Diane Von Furstenberg Shearling Coat
By Diane Von Furstemberg
Located in London, GB
Diane Von Furstenberg Shearling Coat Burnt orange faux shearling with black, contrasting panelling. Designed with wide lapels, belted waist and A-line silhouette. Rrp Approx. £900 ...
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...
Canada Goose Expedition Hooded Parka
By Canada Goose
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Canada Goose Expedition Hooded Parka - your key to unbeatable warmth and style! Crafted by Canada Goose, the Expedition Parka is your go-to choice for all adventures. Designed to keep you cozy in the harshest of conditions, the expedition parka is a wardrobe essential for any adventurer. With an array of pockets, it's your perfect companion for keeping essentials at your fingertips, whether you're hiking, traveling, or just out and about. Featuring a drawstring hood and a luxurious natural coyote fur trim, this parka keeps the cold at bay while providing a touch of elegance. Built with a nylon lining, it's engineered to tackle extreme climates and conditions, making it ideal for your winter expeditions. Stand out in the crowd with its striking bright red color. Be both warm and fashionable this winter season! Style this with some Moncler pants, a Louis Vuitton beanie...
Celine by Phoebe Philo heathered grey cashmere coat with cutouts & wrap pockets
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
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...
Custom-Made 1990s Valentino Large Red Dyed Full-Body Fox Fur Fling
By Valentino Couture, Valentino
Located in Gresham, OR
Custom-Made 1990s Valentino Large Red Dyed Full-Body Fox Fur Fling: Unmarked but confirmed, custom piece from the House of Valentino for a private client, this is an extravagant, ove...
Versace F/W 2011 Runway Mink Fur and Leather Belted Knee-Length Red Jacket Coat
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace Mink Fur and Leather Belted Knee-Length Red Jacket Coat IT 42 Versace mink fur and leather knee-length red coat featuring floral pattern througho...
Prada 2016 Manteau FR42 Ecru Gabardine Belted Mackintosh Trench Coat UK14 US12
By Prada
Located in PARIS, FR
Prada 2016 trench coat in ecru cotton and polyester gabardine, straight cut, classic collar closed by 5 buttons and a wide belt, on belt loops, with silver metal pin buckle, 2 large ...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2002 Runway Unworn Full Length Collar Zipper Knit Fur Coat
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2002 Runway Unworn Full Length Collar Zipper Knit Fur Coat Size S Condition: New with Tags Look 25 from the F/W 2002 Collection
1960s Silk Jacket with Organza Trim
By Junior Sophisticates Originals
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black silk jacket by Junior Sophisticates. It has a shawl collar generously adorned with semi sheer fluttering oblong silk organza applique strips and has princess seami...
Courreges Hyperbole Early Yellow Nylon Sherpa Lined Raincoat Dress, 1970s
By Courrèges
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Courreges Hyperbole raincoat dress circa 1971/1972. Andre Courreges introduced his ready to wear line, Hyperbole, in 1970. The contrasting white and sunshine yellow paired with his ...
Brown vinyl single-breasted coat COURREGES
By Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown vinyl single-breasted coat with white button closure on the middle front and on the pockets. Main fabric composition: 80% cotton, 20% polyurethane. Branded lining composition: ...
Courreges Manteau FR38 Grey Wool and vinyl Trench Coat UK10 US6 Courrèges
By Courrèges
Located in PARIS, FR
Courrèges trench coat in gray wool gabardine, high collar closed by 7 matching snaps up to the waist, equipped with belt loops and a wide belt with pin buckle to close on the waist, ...
1960s Courreges Lime Green Double Breasted Coat
By Courrèges
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning Courreges coat from the 1960s. Crafted from heavy weight pale lime green wool, featuring the iconic 1960's Courreges space age aesthetic. Roun...
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Size: "A" but fit one size
Rare pink quilted cape with hood and organza ruffles edge Courrèges Circa 1960's
By Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Rare pink quilted cape with hood and organza ruffles edge. Main fabric composition: 65% rayon, 35% polyurethane. Lining is probably polyester. 2 fabric strings on the top middle fro...
Courrèges Orange Vinyl Cropped Y2K Puffa Jacket Coat
By André Courrèges, 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...
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...
Courreges Black Leather Coat, 1980s
By Courrèges
Located in Paris, FR
1980s gorgeous Courrèges 100% black calf leather shearling coat featuring black leather straps,snaps front opening, pockets in bands. In good ...
Courreges Orange Wool Raglan Sleeve Coat White Top Stitching
By Courrèges
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Courreges orange wool raglan sleeve coat with white top stitching. Single breasted coat with white top stitching marked size 40. The coat has a round co...
1970's Courreges Raincoat with Drawstring Waist and Snap Front
By André Courrèges, 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 Quilted Coat with Curly Lamb Collar
By Courrèges
Located in New York, NY
Courreges, cinnamon tone, cotton twill coat, having a quilted interior, toggle button side closures, sleeves that gather sightly at the cuff , vertical pockets and an ivory curly lamb...
Men's jacket "cage" courrèges
By Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Men's "cage" jacket in white cotton courrèges Back width 70cm