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Bill Gibb was famous for his work in fashion. After owning a boutique and working as a freelance designer, he launched his own fashion brand, the Bill Gibb Fashion Group. Throughout the 1970s, Gibb set trends in the UK and beyond with his romantic, flattering clothing. One of his most iconic designs is the Tana dress, a sweeping maxi dress with a deep square neck, a peplum waist and double puff sleeves. Shop a variety of Bill Gibb apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
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Rare Bill Gibb Devore Silk Velvet Evening Ensemble
By Bill Gibb
Located in Geneva, CH
Incredible early 70s "dévoré" silk velvet and gold lame set composed of a short kimono-caftan and a long buttoned maxi skirt. The top is cut wide with sleeves opening down the waist....
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Bill Gibb Blue Silk Beaded Dress, c. Early 1980s
By Bill Gibb
Located in Marlborough, GB
An exceptional dress by Bill Gibb (1943–1988); a Scottish designer who grew up on a farm in Aberdeenshire before moving to London where he studied at Saint Martins, as well as the Ro...
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1980s British Evening Dresses
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Bill Gibb F/W 1972 Ivory Moss Crepe Gown
By Bill Gibb
Located in Studio City, CA
Bill Gibb 1972 Fall/Winter ivory moss crepe evening gown with curved collar and sleeve cuffs, fabric-covered buttons, raglan sleeves, voluminous gored skirt and yellow and black top...
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1970s British Evening Dresses and Gowns
1970s Bill Gibb Black Jersey Floral Four-Piece Ensemble
By Bill Gibb
Located in London, GB
This is a rare and complete four-piece ensemble by the renowned British designer Bill Gibb. It is composed of a halter-neck top, a high-waist skirt and removable sheer top layer, alo...
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1970s British Skirt Suits
Bill Gibb 1970s Accordion Pleat Wool Skirt
By Bill Gibb
Located in London, GB
An extremely wearable late 1970s Bill Gibb mainline wool accordion pleat skirt. This piece is in a rich warm tone of ochre adorned with four horizonta...
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