Circa 1970

France

An André Courrèges Hyperbole 00 Jumpsuit numbered 050237 dating from the early 1970s. Made from white wool knit with small orange-yellow checks, this jumpsuit is sleeveless, with a round collar fastened by a white plastic zip at the front. Two patch pockets and a buttoned placket at the back in yellow-orange knit embroidered with the Courrèges label, with the same at the collar. Close-fitting, slightly stretch cut with large pleated pants and flared hem. White nylon lining with Courrèges Hyperbole label in size 00 and printed number 050237. Little or no wear as there are no signs of wear or dirt. Good condition of colour and conservation.

Size: Equivalent to size 34/35 France. Shoulders 28 cm, chest 85 cm, waist 66 cm, hips 88 cm, height 131 cm.

Trained as an engineer, André Courrèges' designs are extremely constructed and architectural. André Courrèges' trapeze dress and jumpsuit defied all the dress codes of the time. The geometric shape evokes the futuristic allure of a modern-day woman.