Brilliant 1957 James Galanos Large Floral Print Front Gathered Silk Evening Dress designer-todd-oldham I have put a very

I have put a very light crinoline under it to show you the fullness it does have (not included)

Sleeve length: 21" to longest point

Bodice: 13" from neck to lower waist band

From that single shoulder it falls to the floor in an expanse of jersey that drapes in the prettiest of ways

juxtaposed in one ensemble to provide interest

Brilliant 1957 James Galanos Large Floral Print Front Gathered Silk Evening Dress designer-todd-oldham I have put a veryIn 1951, 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. By 1958 he was producing clothing that could range in price from $200 to $3000, an astronomical price for ready to wear for that time period. That said, his ready to wear was made to almost true couture and were made with a level of craftsmanship that was on par with the French couturiers. Galanos was a