Drawing inspiration from Italian artist Gianni Piacentino—a 1970s motorcycle enthusiast and creator known for his sleek, wheel-centric designs—the collection feels like a high-octane blend of art, utility, and couture.
For PRE-FALL 2025, Nicolas Di Felice continues to push the boundaries of Courrèges’ legacy, fusing the brand’s signature geometries with unexpected elements of functionality and edge. Piacentino’s influence is evident in bold yet thoughtful ways. A leather jacket embroidered with Courrèges in block letters down the sleeve nods directly to one of Piacentino’s personal pieces, marking a rare but earned logo moment for the house.
Functional details like an adjustable harness strap on the Holy bag and stamped python dress reflect motorcycle gear precision, while circular motifs—linking Piacentino’s art and Courrèges’ legacy—shape slip dresses, A-line skirts, and illusion tops. These designs also echo the space-age futurism that defined Courrèges in the 1960s, reinterpreting it with a modern, high-performance edge. Innovations include transformable shirt sleeves and asymmetrical outerwear, blending utility with modern geometry.
Di Felice experiments with new fabrics, introducing lace in a practical yet chic top and crystal mesh dresses with chainmail-like allure, showcasing meticulous craftsmanship. PRE-FALL 2025 teases a bold evolution of Courrèges, blending heritage with modernity while hinting at more innovations for Fall 2025.