Fabulous 1970s Bill Gibb Red Woven Floral Print Silk Jacket w Matching High Slit Skirt designer-sonia-rykiel museum quality

museum quality

The contrast between the extremely light fabric and the structured feel of the dress is just super

The skirt flows to the floor and widens as it reaches the hem

It is completely wearable as it is now

The dress is made of two layers - a silk twill inner sheath dress and a looser

Fabulous 1970s Bill Gibb Red Woven Floral Print Silk Jacket w Matching High Slit Skirt designer-sonia-rykiel museum qualityBill Gibb was one of the most influential designers in 1970s Britain and his clothes were sought out and worn by the rich and famous. His work always has a high fantasy element to it and he was crowned Designer of the Year in 1970. Much of his work verged on couture and he was unrelenting in striving for perfection. Every piece I bring into the shop that was made by him is very special and this one is no exception. Bill had a great fondness for