Post Hippie? Bohemian Romantic style

Bill Gibb is one of my favourite designers in 1970s. He is often categorized Romantic style which was trend from late 60s to middle 70s. Other big name is Ossie Clark. Both silhouettes have some common points like elegant feminine look with rich volumed skirt and sleeves, layered, gathered or pleated sheer fabric with bold pattern. It was a kind of revival of 50s or even older taste, like Edwardian and Victorian. In that point of view, Laura Ashley will be also similar genre.

however, Bill Gibb's particularly feature is a hint of Bohemian style. It is seemed to come from post Hippie's ethnic inspired style.
Despite he has amazing creativity, his business did not run well. His peak was early 70s, when Ossie Clark was also King of Kings Road, even he was championed by Vogue by his mix of historical references and global influences. But They could not cope with the 80s massive punk rock wave.

http://jamaicabyles.blogspot.com/2010/09/bill-gibb-designer-of-year-1970.html

http://www.elleuk.com/fashion/need-to-know-designers/bill-gibb