1980s James Galanos Couture Gold & Black Striped Silk Dress designer-hermes ìWho would excite me if

ìWho would excite me if I went out at night

The coat falls to the floor in a fabulous expanse of light white silk and wool mix

The effect of that dusky lavender against the taupe silk with a slight purple undertone mixed with the anchoring black cuffs

Hips: 19-24" flat across from side seam to side seam

I love the high collar and those four large silk cord frog knots that close the jacket down the front

1980s James Galanos Couture Gold & Black Striped Silk Dress designer-hermes ìWho would excite me ifThis spectacular gown designed by the American couturier, James Galanos shows how he combined that sense of American sensibility with Parisian glamour. It is chic and sophisticated and yet it is bold design and in his fabric choices. Galanos was particularly known for his evening wear and this gown is an amazing example of his work. His work was on par with French couture and the workmanship is fabulous. He is considered one of the great American