Late 1970s James Galanos Silk Chiffon Printed Jumpsuit w Wide Legs & Plunge Front designer-maurice early 30s black silk crepe

early 30s black silk crepe sheath whose exterior is entirely covered with hand done

The raising of the design gives it a tone on tone effect that I love

October 5th

The combination of these elements is gorgeous and in person you really get a sense of the depth of texture that it creates

It is made from a lightweight printed silk that has a pretty dot design worked into the silk

Late 1970s James Galanos Silk Chiffon Printed Jumpsuit w Wide Legs & Plunge Front designer-maurice early 30s black silk crepeIn 1951 a 27 year old James Galanos launched his first label called Galanos Originals. By 1954 he had won a Coty award and the Neiman Marcus award. Galanos was a master cutter and his ready to wear line was made close to couture standards and with a level of craftsmanship that was on par with the French couturiers. Grace Kelly was an early fan. He was truly one of the great American designers and his work is held in all of the major museums around the