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Blue Lurex Dress

Blue Lurex Dress

Designer (New Pitsligo, Scotland, 1943 - 1988)
Date1973
Object NameDress
Mediummanmade
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
AcquisitionPurchased in 2004 with assistance from the National Fund for Acquisitions and the Friends of Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museums.
Copyright© Bill Gibb Trust (2022)
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS071537
Keywords
About MeThis dress comes from a collection characterised by pleated gathered fabrics and 'waterfall' outlines, shell shapes and bright irridescent colours. It contains several elements of Bill Gibb's signature style, such as the attention to detail, exuberant trimmings and flowing multilayering of mobile fabric.
The jewel-like colours of this example are particularly outstanding. This dress, originally worn by the Duchess of Bedford, clearly demonstrates the designer's fluid use of the lurex fabric and distinctive pleating so typical of this period in his career.
More About Me
This particular collection was inspired by waterfalls, conveyed in this piece through the knotted cord, beads and hoops on the front, whilst the iridescent colours add to the aquatic impression.
Exhibitions
Image Not Available for Colour photograph of 3 models at the Royal Darroch Hotel, Cults
Colour photograph of 3 models at the Royal Darroch Hotel, Cults
Bill Gibb
1972
Image Not Available for Action Shot of Model Wearing Knitted Top and Net Skirt
Action Shot of Model Wearing Knitted Top and Net Skirt
Bill Gibb
1974
Image Not Available for Promotional Photograph of Bill Gibb with Two Models for his 10 Year Anniversary
Promotional Photograph of Bill Gibb with Two Models for his 10 Year Anniversary
Bill Gibb
1977
Image Not Available for Model on Catwalk Wearing Paisley Pattern Evening Ensemble
Model on Catwalk Wearing Paisley Pattern Evening Ensemble
Bill Gibb
1977
Printed Black Leather Skirt Suit
Printed Black Leather Skirt Suit
Bill Gibb
1972
Cream Wedding Dress
Cream Wedding Dress
Bill Gibb
1986
Image Not Available for Publicity Photograph of Model Wearing Evening Dress
Publicity Photograph of Model Wearing Evening Dress
Bill Gibb
Image Not Available for Red and blue outfit (6 pieces and receipt)
Red and blue outfit (6 pieces and receipt)
Jean Muir
c. 1983
Striped Silk Beaded Dress
Striped Silk Beaded Dress
Bill Gibb
c.1976
Cream Silk Beaded Blouse
Cream Silk Beaded Blouse
Bill Gibb
Mid 1970s
Hand-Printed Silk Chiffon Dress from Summer 1977 Collection
Hand-Printed Silk Chiffon Dress from Summer 1977 Collection
Bill Gibb
1977
Image Not Available for Black and Grey Short Jacket
Black and Grey Short Jacket
1988 - 1990
Image Not Available for Medium Format Colour Transparency of Neckline Detail of Dress Designed by Bill Gibb
Medium Format Colour Transparency of Neckline Detail of Dress Designed by Bill Gibb
Bill Gibb
1973
Image Not Available for 7 Medium Format Colour Transparencies of Pale Pink Dress from the Rose Collection
7 Medium Format Colour Transparencies of Pale Pink Dress from the Rose Collection
Bill Gibb
1986
Image Not Available for 11 Medium Format Colour Transparencies of Evening Dress from the Rose Collection
11 Medium Format Colour Transparencies of Evening Dress from the Rose Collection
Bill Gibb
1986
Image Not Available for Black and White Photograph of Trouser Suit
Black and White Photograph of Trouser Suit
Bill Gibb
1973
Image Not Available for Medium Format Colour Transparency of Model Wearing Brown Wool Trouser Suit at Modefest
Medium Format Colour Transparency of Model Wearing Brown Wool Trouser Suit at Modefest
Bill Gibb
1973
Image Not Available for Medium format colour transparency to promote Bill Gibb's 1973 collection at Modefest International fashion show
Medium format colour transparency to promote Bill Gibb's 1973 collection at Modefest International fashion show
Bill Gibb
Image Not Available for Medium Format Colour Transparency of Model Wearing Brown Trouser Suit at Modefest
Medium Format Colour Transparency of Model Wearing Brown Trouser Suit at Modefest
Bill Gibb
1973
Image Not Available for Medium Format Colour Transparency of Model Wearing Brown Trouser Suit at Modefest
Medium Format Colour Transparency of Model Wearing Brown Trouser Suit at Modefest
Bill Gibb
1973
Image Not Available for Medium Format Transparency of Model Wearing White Fur-trimmed Evening Coat at Modefest
Medium Format Transparency of Model Wearing White Fur-trimmed Evening Coat at Modefest
Bill Gibb
1973
Image Not Available for Strip of 2 Medium Format Colour Transparencies of Model Wearing White Evening Coat at Modefest
Strip of 2 Medium Format Colour Transparencies of Model Wearing White Evening Coat at Modefest
Bill Gibb
1973
Image Not Available for Medium Format Colour Transparency of Model Wearing White Fur-trimmed Evening Coat at Modefest
Medium Format Colour Transparency of Model Wearing White Fur-trimmed Evening Coat at Modefest
Bill Gibb
1973
Image Not Available for Medium Format Transparency of Peach Dress Designed by Bill Gibb
Medium Format Transparency of Peach Dress Designed by Bill Gibb
Bill Gibb
1973