Bill Tice designed for several ready-to-wear firms in New York before becoming the head designer for Royal Robes in 1968. He moved to Swirl from 1975-1984. Tice is well known for his loungewear designs and is credited for originating such at-home fashions as closely pleated caftans, jersey floats, and the quilted gypsy look.

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1995年3月23日 · One of the handful of name designers in the innerwear industry, Tice was a 30-year veteran of the apparel business and was known for his glamorous, dual-purpose robes and loungewear, which gained...

1995年3月29日 · Bill Tice, a fashion designer who was known for stylish robes and lounge wear, died on March 9 in the Heather Glen care center in Glendale, Ariz. Mr. Tice, who was 52, was a long-time resident...

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In the 1960s Swirl began making women’s loungewear and developed different lines for a more diverse consumer base. In 1964 they developed a trendier line – Park East, and in 1965, a line for teens – Swirl Girl – was launched. In 1975, Bill Tice was hired as designer at Swirl. He remained there until 1984.

Designer: Bill Tice. Date: 1978. Culture: American. Medium: polyester. Credit Line: Gift of Cornelia L. Sharpe, 1979. Object Number: 1979.471.1a–d

Designer: Bill Tice. Date: ca. 1980. Culture: American. Medium: Silk. Credit Line: Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Bill Tice, 1989. Object Number: 2009.300.8342a–d

I love all of the pieces by Bill Tice that I bring into the shop. Most, including this one, were made in the 1980-1981 time period. His easy-to-wear and glamorous jersey pieces have been worn by countless celebrities for the red carpet and events.