Elspeth Gibson (Q3019)
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Elspeth Gibson is a fashion house from FMD.
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Elspeth Gibson |
Elspeth Gibson is a fashion house from FMD. |
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1995
fashion designer
"Come to the Cabaret, my friend" was the title for Elspeth Gibson's show, a "fusion of ultimate glamour fringed with masculine overtones," according to the program. Gibson set out on a quest to reclaim the spiky femininity of divas like Marlene Dietrich, Joan Crawford and Jerry Hall, but unfortunately did not have much luck with her endeavor.Gibson is known for her subtle, delicate use of decoration, and she was clearly out of her element with the plunging necklines, paillette-covered pirate shirts and microscopic miniskirts that she showed. An embroidered bikini, a pleated miniskirt worn with a beaded jacket and a glittering tuxedo complete with top hat added to the confusion.On the upside, some pieces, like the simple geometric-print dresses and optical halter tops and sweaters, will be a worthwhile addition to any closet. But as a whole, the sexy, edgy mood that Gibson tried to achieve simply was not there.
23 September 2000
Naomi Campbell and Madonna have both recently been spotted on major shopping sprees at Elspeth Gibson's store on Pont Street, London. I can see why. Gibson has developed into a designer whose clothes might not be wildly innovative but are absolutely irresistible regardless. Frankly, who could say no to an aubergine-colored, paisley-print wool dress, with a bow at the neck and both wrists? Not me. I don't think I could put up much resistance to Gibson's Lurex-lace-tweed (yes, she combined all three in one fabric) skirts, or to her long tweed coats with cord pockets and detailing either. This designer wants to bring back the hat (the tweed trilby), gloves (long, tan, leather) and shoes that glitter (lilac, leather, by Jimmy Choo). Entitled "Say Chic," here's a wardrobe for the cool London girl—who grew up. Oh, and the other thing that maketh woman: red lips. They'll be as important as your handbag this fall.
12 February 2000
Elspeth Gibson's look is as wearable as it is sweetly sexy. The dress-of-the-moment is either a white fitted broderie anglais shift or a soft silk frock printed with hot-pink flowers on a chocolate background. Sequined sweaters, lime-green chiffon skirts that dipped at the hem, gingham bikinis or skirts that revealed lots of leg, and crystal-covered halter dresses will make for a sublime summer wardrobe. Take it to St. Tropez.
21 September 1999