Bill blass

Now that the brand is repositioning itself for a relaunch in spring 2016, the American fashion designer’s best runway show is on the red carpet.

Bill Blass (American, 1922–2002), Evening Dress with Belt, 1972, Wool Knit | Silk Satin, L: 53 in. Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields, Gift of Mrs. David Lipp, 80.261A-B. © Bill Blass.

Bill Blass - Fall 1987 RTW

“Classic, timeless, clean cut, and I’d like to think it looks American” That's how Bill Blass described his style. This important American designer helped bring attention to the designers themselves and designed for the women he met across the United States.

Bill Blass - Fall 1995 RTW

(a, b) Bill Blass Ltd. | Ensemble | American | The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Spring/Summer 1992

I leave you this week with one of my all time favorite interiors, the Manhattan apartment of the late, great Bill Blass…famous for his American sportswear, Blass was also a passionate collect…