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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Iconic COURRÉGES Orange Tangerine Vinyl A-Line Mod Mini Skirt
By Courrèges
Located in Sheffield, GB
A fun and futuristic orange vinyl mini skirt by COURRÉGES, in the iconic 1960's Mod style ! Features; Conceal zip up side / Belt loops around the wai...
Courrèges Dark Blue Polka Dot Skirt
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Courrèges blue and white polka dot mini skirt. high waist. side zip closure. skirt is lined. dry cleaned. Circa 1980s Courrèges Made in France Cotton Blue/White Excellent Co...
André Courrèges 1970s Women's Blue Pencil Skirt with Leather Logo
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Courrèges pencil skirt. robin's egg blue. high waist. straight silhouette. detachable brown leather logo at skirt waist. silver metal hardware at skirt waist. single hip pock...
Courrèges Jupe Reedition FR36 Black Vinyl Iconic Mini Skirt UK8 US6 Courreges
By Courrèges
Located in PARIS, FR
Courrèges mini skirt, Reissue model in black vinyl, slightly A-line shape, embroidered with the Courrèges logo in white thread on the front, fastened with a zip and a contrasting whi...
Andre Courreges Pink Crossover Skirt
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in New York, NY
Cool Andre Courreges Pink Crossover Skirt from the 1980's. Unusual design with side pockets which stand away from slim cut skirt, back vent and side zip, 1980's France. Courreges siz...
Black vinyl A-Line mini skirt COURREGES
By Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black vinyl A-Line mini skirt. Fabric composition: 88% cotton, 10% polyurethane, 2% elastane. Cupro lining. Snap and zip closure on the middle front. SIZE 34 (Fr) XS
COURREGES c.1970's Orange Wool Classic Tailored A-Line Knee Length Skirt
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1970's Orange Wool Lined Classic Tailored A-Line Knee Length Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Courreges Circa: 1970's Label: Numbered - 0042055 Designer: Andre Courreges Style: A-Line knee length skirt Color(s): Orange, white Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric (feel of): Wool exterior, Acetate lining Additional Details / Inclusions: Courreges c.1970's A-line knee length skirt. Orange wool exterior with a white acetate interior lining. Structured panel construction with waistband. Zipper closure that secures with hooks and eyes. Hanging hoops for easy hanger storage...
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...
Orange acetate A Line skirt with white snaps middle front Courrèges
By Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Orange acetate A Line skirt with white snaps middle front. Left pocket with Courrèges brand embroidery. Acetate white lining. SIZE "A" ( 36 Fr/ 6 US)
Courrèges Black and Ivory White Silk Skirt, Circa 1970s
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Courrèges black and ivory silk skirt. Abstract squares and rectangles with tiny dots and small logo print. High waist. Hidden metal zipper with two buttons at waist. Has pock...
Pale pink cotton skirt COURREGES Circa 1960's
By Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink cotton skirt . Zip and hook&eye closure on the left side. Belt in the same fabric and belt-loop. Split on both side, lenght = 16cm SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Corduroy skirt with butterfly print COURRÈGES
By André Courrèges, 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
A-Line white cotton "Piqué" skirt with adjustable waist Courrèges
By Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
A-Line white cotton "Piqué" skirt with adjustable waist ( with half-belt and buckle) Branded button on both side. Cut-work, top-stitched edge and side. Pocket on both side. Small pl...
Courrèges 1970s Jupe Blanc FR36 White Rayon Straight Skirt UK8 US6 Courreges
By Courrèges
Located in PARIS, FR
Courrèges skirt circa 1980 in white (or off-white) rayon braid, mid-length and straight; very slightly flared, 2 large cargo pockets in front, belt wit...
Correges Classique Jersey Neoprene
By Courrèges
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Satiny soft Correges short skirt in milk-color fastens with a side zip.
$250
Size: Eu 38; comparable to US size S
Laurèl Olive Tweed Straight Midi Skirt with Buttoned Front Vent – S, 1980s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Ideal with a silk blouse and pumps for a business meeting or tall boots and a chunky sweater for weekends, this intricately woven tweed skirt is truly a day-to-evening workhorse. Ric...
Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black wool jersey skirt from Karl Lagerfeld. It has a 2 1/2" wide waistband with overlapping pointed panels forming the skirt. It has a back zipper, front pockets and is...
Alessandro Dell'Acqua Net Skirt with Fur and Turquoise Stones Trim 1990s
By Alessandro Dell'Acqua
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black net skirt by Alessandro Dell'Acqua. It is a straight skirt with an elaborate pattern of lines and circles comprised of fine strips of fox ...
Moschino Silk Color Block Maxi Skirt
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous patchwork silk skirt in greens, pinks, red and brown from Moschino. It is work intensive with dozens of 1 1/2 X 1 1/2" squares joined together forming the front of the sk...
S/S 1999 Giorgio Armani Runway Pink Floral Beaded Tulle Overlay Maxi Skirt IT40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Giorgio Armani's Spring/Summer 1999 collection, this elegant maxi skirt debuted on the season's runway and features a sheer tulle overlay veiling intricate lavender floral beadw...
Torso Creations Black 2-Piece Fishnet & Silk Taffeta Tiered Flamenco Gown & Top
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Torso Creations Black 2-Piece Fishnet & Silk Taffeta Tiered Flamenco Skirt & Top: Burlesque-inspired black fishnet cropped top is trimmed in fringe wit...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Maxi Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk long skirt with yellow, green and white abstract shapes including glowers and leaves on a brown background from John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is semi fitted t...
$1,996Sale Price|20% Off
Size: XS
1970s Arnold Scaasi Vintage Metallic Gold Lamé Silk Dress/ Gown (Skirt + Top)
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage 1970s 2-piece evening dress ensemble by Arnold Scaasi in metallic gold printed silk lamé. This ensemble fits like a modern size XS. The top is fully lined with rear ...
French Couture Trompe L'oeil Printed Skirt
Located in New York, NY
French Couture Trompe L'oeil printed flared skirt. Of soft cotton twill printed with trompe l'oeil drapery swags in shades of dark and light browns with pale yellows and darker curri...
Todd Odham Heart Embroidered Silk Skirt with Beading 1980s
By Todd Oldham
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black silk skirt trimmed in red sequin and embroidered hearts framed in an intricate beaded design. It has a 2" red sequin embroidered w...
Christian Lacroix Adjustable Sculptural Silk Skirt
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous burnished gold silk skirt from Christian Lacroix. It can be shaped in endless machinations by lengthening or shortening the functional matc...
Yves St Laurent Color Block Mermaid Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous flare hem color block skirt from Yves St Laurent, YSL Rive Gauche. It consist of olive green, black and lavender bias cut panels wrapping around the skirt flaring at th...
Courrèges cotton corduroy skirt
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Courrèges beige corduroy and cotton poplin pencil skirt. high waist. a-line silhouette. side button closure with hidden metal zipper. skirt is lined. ✩ This is an amazing 70s skirt...
Black A-line skirt with branded button Courrèges Circa 1970's
By Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black A-line skirt with branded button. Main fabric composition : wool & polyester. Acetate lining. Pocket and split on both side, lenght = 15 cm SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Vintage Tan & Cream Courreges Gingham Wrap Skirt
By Courrèges
Located in New York, NY
Vintage tan and cream gingham wrap skirt by Courreges. Snap closure at waist. 24" waist, 36" hips, 20" length. Vintage tan and cream gingham wrap skirt by Courreges. Snap closure at...
Red and white plaid woolen mini skirt Courrèges
By Courrèges
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Mini skirt with red and white plaid, belt with buckle. 1 back pocket. Designed by Courrèges
Courreges Orange Wool A Line Skirt White Top Stitching 42
By Courrèges
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Courreges orange wool A line skirt with white top stitching marked size 42 from the 1990s. Contoured, top stitched waist band waist with logo applique at the front. Back sides top st...
Vintage Courreges White Cotton Twill Pocket Front Skirt 40
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Courreges white cotton twill, pocket front skirt. Side zip skirt, has a contour shape waist band, with Courreges logo at the center front and closes with a white snap at the ...
COURREGES c.1960’s Orange White Signature Logo Snap Button Up A-Line Wrap Skirt
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1960’s Orange White Signature Logo Snap Button Up A-Line Wrap Skirt Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Courreges Paris Designer: Andre Courreges Style: A-line wrap skirt Color(s): O...
COURREGES c.1960’s Navy Blue White Signature Logo Button Wrap Skirt Numbered
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1960’s Navy Blue White Embroidered Signature Logo Button Wrap Skirt - Numbered Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Courreges Paris Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Wrap skirt A-Line ...
COURREGES c.1980’s White Black Geometric Abstract Print Ribbed Sheath Skirt
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1980’s White Black Geometric Abstract Print Ribbed Sheath Skirt Circa: 1980’s Label(s): Courreges Paris Designer: Andre Courreges Style: Sheath skirt Color(s): Black a...
COURREGES c.1990's Black Classic Below Knee Length A-Line Skirt
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1990's Black Classic Below Knee Length A-Line Skirt Circa: 1990's Brand / Manufacturer: Courreges Designer: Andre Courreges Style: A-line skirt Color(s): Black (exterior...