1960s James Galanos 'Teddy Bear' Faux Fur Coat designer-arnold-scaasi The inspiration here is highly

The inspiration here is highly personal ñ the designerís own heritage ñ which goes at least some way towards explaining the exquisite hand-craftsmanship that goes into each piece as well

side painted metal zip and part of the bodice snaps into place at the waist with a series of hand set

It is very made and finished by hand and with ribbon edged seams inside

Total length: 36" from shoulder to bottom hem

It is loose and draped and has a long fabric piece attached that crosses on the front and drapes down and round the back

1960s James Galanos 'Teddy Bear' Faux Fur Coat designer-arnold-scaasi The inspiration here is highlyThe fabric is the first thing that catches your eye on this amazing Galanos coat. It is a faux "Teddy Bear" coat and looks and feels amazingly plush and soft. It has an almost military feel to it in the cut but with a softer, chicer edge. The collar, is rounded and small and I love the top set pockets with their button detailed flaps. The buttons are special in their own right, each is a carved wooden dome with an inset of mother of pearl. The cut of