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Founded in 1961 by André Courrèges, the French brand Courrèges became known for its modernist and futuristic aesthetic, for which he was named the Space Age Designer. Courrèges defined the go-go boot and along with Mary Quant, is one of the designers credited with inventing the miniskirt. His miniskirts and A-line cutout mini-dresses with geometric designs in primary colors, paired with white or colored calf-high boots changed the concept of couture and became the trademark look of the 60s. The designer was also the one who introduced the use of PVC in fashion.
In 2011, suffering from Parkinsons Disease Courrèges sold the house to former advertising executives Jacques Bungert and Frédéric Torloting, and 40% of the company belonging to François Pinault.
On January 3, 2020, a press release from Courrèges announced the departure of the brand’s creative director Yolanda Zobel. She was appointed head of the French fashion house in February 2018. The name of Yolanda Zobel’s successor has not yet been announced, but Christina Ahlers, the ceo of Courrèges will reveal the name of the new creative director in the months to come.
We can’t wait to see who will be appointed to this prestigious position.