Adrian Gilbert

Adrian, also known as Gilbert Adrian (a more marketable combination of his father’s first name and his own), studied at the New York School for Fine and Applied Arts, now known as Pa...

Hats designed by noted Hollywood designer, Gilbert Adrian, are extremely rare. The designer was not enthusiastic about designing hats for sale.

Hats designed by noted Hollywood designer, Gilbert Adrian, are extremely rare. The designer was not enthusiastic about designing hats for sale.

Hats designed by noted Hollywood designer, Gilbert Adrian, are extremely rare. The designer was not enthusiastic about designing hats for sale.

Hats designed by noted Hollywood designer, Gilbert Adrian, are extremely rare. The designer was not enthusiastic about designing hats for sale.

Hats designed by noted Hollywood designer, Gilbert Adrian, are extremely rare. The designer was not enthusiastic about designing hats for sale.

Putty pink crepe dress. Gold leather with beading metallic thread appliquéd around front bodice and back shoulders. Swag around skirt gathered at center front and center rear low bac...

Hats designed by noted Hollywood designer, Gilbert Adrian, are extremely rare. The designer was not enthusiastic about designing hats for sale.

Hats designed by noted Hollywood designer, Gilbert Adrian, are extremely rare. The designer was not enthusiastic about designing hats for sale.

Hats designed by noted Hollywood designer, Gilbert Adrian, are extremely rare. The designer was not enthusiastic about designing hats for sale.

Hats designed by noted Hollywood designer, Gilbert Adrian, are extremely rare. The designer was not enthusiastic about designing hats for sale.

1940s gorgeous, lightweight linen party dress from famed American costume designer Adrian features his iconic structural avant-garde pleating. Cage-style panel straps wrap from under...

Hats designed by noted Hollywood designer, Gilbert Adrian, are extremely rare. The designer was not enthusiastic about designing hats for sale.

Hats designed by noted Hollywood designer, Gilbert Adrian, are extremely rare. The designer was not enthusiastic about designing hats for sale.

We acquired this incredibly beautiful rayon 1940s vintage long skirt from an estate that also had 3 Gilbert Adrian vintage dresses. We would not be surprised if this was designed by...

It is well known that Geoffrey Beene was very much influenced by Gilbert Adrian, and his designs for the great MGM, Hollywood actresses of the 1930's.

In 1941 she was hired by MGM's Art Director, Cedric Gibbons (who happened to be her brother - in - law), to replace Gilbert Adrian who had left to develop his fashion house.

Following a successful career as a Hollywood costume designer Gilbert Adrian turned to fashion design on a much larger scale in the 1940's.

A fantastic 40s suit jacket from the legendary couturier and film costumer Gilbert Adrian in black gabardine with "Chevron" seaming and tab insert detain throughout.

Very rare printed silk dress with elaborate piecing, pleating at bust, chevron mitering and full length back flounce from Gilbert Adrian dating to the 1940's. The details are amazing...

A spectacular 1940s Gilbert Adrian skirt suit created with typical Adrian panache!

A rare mint condition 1940s Adrian evening gown of black silk crepe with dramatic draped back details, structured shoulders, fitted banded waist, back zipper, high V-neckline, pleate...

1940s Spectacular Adrian Black Crepe Gown w Cape Back & Rhinestone Embellishment: An incredibly rare example of The genius of Adrian, this black silk crepe gown features a long, lea...

Gilbert Adrian mid 1940s navy wool gabardine two piece suit.

Striking black cocktail dress created by Hollywood costume designer Gilbert Adrian which exemplifies his unique use of sharp structure and ornamentation.

A fabulous suit from the legendary Gilbert Adrian known for impeccable designs and tailoring for film and the famous.

A very rare custom evening gown from designer Gilbert Adrian. Gilbert Adrian was the costume designer for MGM before starting his own fashion house after he left the studio in 1941.

Voguepedia says of Gilbert Adrian: "In the hands of the legendary Hollywood designer Gilbert Adrian, clothes could do and say magical things.

wide brim hat from gilbert adrian wool felt black feather black glass and metal hat pin

The unique aspect about this particular piece is the blatant fact that Gilbert Adrian actually loathed to create millinery pieces stating that hats were “too much work for too little...

This vintage Gilbert Adrian dress came from the estate of a woman who owned a luxury fashion boutique in the Northwest.

Spectacular Gilbert Adrian two-piece skirt suit dating back to the mid 1940's.

Lovely 1940's black silk suit from Gilbert Adrian Bust 42" Waist 34" Sleeve 23" Length 34" Skirt Waist 32" Hips 44" Length 34"

vintage 1940's dress * midnight blue rayon crepe * long sleeves * ruching gathered details * metal back zipper * by Gilbert Adrian * this beautiful dress is the same style as...

Spectacular 1948 Grecian-inspired glamorous evening gown ensemble by the famous Gilbert Adrian. He created the signature looks for the great Hollywood divas such as Garbo, Shearer, C...

Gilbert Adrian 1940's jacket. The color is much more vibrant, second photo is much more true to color.

After working very successfully in Hollywood for MGM, Gilbert Adrian created his ready to wear and custom labels starting in 1942 (Beverly Hills).

Spectacular 1949 "Atomic Collection" iconic femme-fatale evening gown by the famous Gilbert Adrian. Pieces from this amazing collection are extremely rare and are only found in museu...

Spectacular early 1940's femme-fatale cocktail dress by the famous Gilbert Adrian. He created the signature looks for the great Hollywood divas such as Garbo, Shearer, Crawford, Garl...

Spectacular mid 1940's femme-fatale cocktail dress by the famous Gilbert Adrian. He created the signature looks for the great Hollywood divas such as Garbo, Shearer, Crawford, Garlan...

Spectacular early 1940's film-noir graphic striped coat by the famous Gilbert Adrian. He created the signature looks for the great Hollywood divas such as Garbo, Shearer, Crawford, G...

A stunning 1940's custom-made flying birds novelty gown in the style of designer Gilbert Adrian. This particular dress is almost identical to his "Nestlings" gown but sadly ours is m...

The Smithsonian holds a similar example within their collection which is attributed to the famous costume designer Gilbert Adrian. This gown is really everything you look for in a 19...

The Smithsonian holds a similar example within their collection which is attributed to the famous costume designer Gilbert Adrian. This dress is really everything you look for in a 1...

While there were certainly California designers in the 1940's and 1950's who achieved a both national following in their day and the status of major American designers (for example G...

The unique hand-painted semi sheer silk fabrication really sets this gown apart from others during this era. It almost has a Gilbert Adrian meets Schiaparelli vibe. The elegant bodic...