Extraordinary 1970s James Galanos Purple Silk Chiffon Demi-Couture Dress designer-fred-perlberg the inner cream silk lining

the inner cream silk lining that flashes that contrast of color when you move

There is one teeny nick to the top layer of fabric on one sleeve - it looks at first glance to be a slub in the fabric but is there

strung them like long fringe from the choker collars of high-necked tops

I love this dress

The waist is nipped in and you can cinch it further with the original top stitched fabric belt that has a slide buckle so the line is not broken but buckles and holes

Extraordinary 1970s James Galanos Purple Silk Chiffon Demi-Couture Dress designer-fred-perlberg the inner cream silk liningJames Galanos made couture level gowns with a level of craftsmanship that were on par with the French couturiers. Galanos was a master cutter and draper and he used couture techniques in the construction of his dresses and gowns. His work is held in all of the major museums and he is one of my personal favorites. Here he has used a beautiful, fine silk chiffon that is completely covered with a large purple flower print. The skirt is cut to have a