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Ossie Clark: The King of the King’s Road Reigns Again

ByLife in Luxury
Model wearing Ossie Clark in Ethiopia, 1969 © Norman Parkinson Limited/Courtesy Norman Parkinson Archive

Who? Proud Gallery

What? Coinciding with the launch of the “Ossie Clark London” label, Proud Gallery in Chelsea is hosting a retrospective on the life and style of the designer. The exhibition, entitled “Ossie Clark: The King of the King’s Road Reigns Again”, will feature vintage gowns, design sketches and rare photographic prints.

When? Now until 10th March

Where? Proud Chelsea, 161 King’s Road, Chelsea, London, SW3 5XP

How? For more information, please visit www.proud.co.uk

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