Gregory Parkinson was born in the north of England.
He had a formal art and design education, specializing in fashion and textiles from Newcastle University. Upon graduation, he worked with "The Collection," a premier London-based textiles studio.
This experience helped him to realize his potential as a designer with a strong sense of color, fabrication and an original eye for decoration.
He re-located to Los Angeles in 1989.
Whilst working for a large sportswear company, he simultaneously collaborated on projects with various stylists. After many music videos and commercials, the desire to create something personal resulted in a small collection of 15 dresses. Hand-dyed, spliced and layered together, the style became signature, one that has since become a staple in the designer's varied repertoire.
The response to these dresses was overwhelming and encouraged him to open a boutique in order to showcase the limited editions of these handcrafted garments.
From 7372 Beverly Boulevard, his reputation grew and a small feature in "W" by Natalie Massenet prompted a phone call from Bonnie Pressman of Barneys New York. After two years of custom-made evening wear, Gregory produced his first ready-to-wear collection.
His first customers were Barneys New York and Linda Dresner. Twelve years later, they still carry the collection.
from GregoryParkinson.com
