Nicolas Di Felice Exits Courrèges
A major shift is underway at Courrèges. Nicolas Di Felice has officially stepped down as artistic director, closing a five-year chapter that reshaped the brand’s contemporary identity. The Belgian designer is departing to focus on new personal ventures, leaving behind a revitalized maison with renewed cultural relevance.
During his tenure, Di Felice led a striking transformation at Courrèges, reinterpreting the house’s signature Space Age aesthetic for a new generation. His approach fused architectural precision with a sharp, modern sensibility, helping reposition the brand at the forefront of today’s fashion conversation.
“I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the group, and in particular to François Pinault and François-Henri Pinault, for their trust,” Di Felice shared in an official statement.
The owners praised his “unique contribution” to the maison’s revival, crediting him with restoring the boldness and forward-thinking spirit that has defined Courrèges since its inception.
His departure signals the beginning of a new strategic chapter. While Courrèges has yet to name a successor, the house confirmed that a new artistic director will be announced in the coming weeks as it looks to further solidify its position within the modern luxury landscape.
Before joining Courrèges, Di Felice honed his craft at Balenciaga under Nicolas Ghesquière, later working at Dior with Raf Simons, and at Louis Vuitton, where he rose to senior womenswear designer.
Founded in 1961 by André Courrèges and Coqueline Courrèges, Courrèges became synonymous with futuristic minimalism and a signature all-white aesthetic. The house was acquired in 2017 by Artémis, the investment arm of the Pinault family, which also controls Kering—home to brands including Saint Laurent, Gucci, Alexander McQueen, and Bottega Veneta.
Photos Credit: Nicolas Di Felice
