Custom 1970s James Galanos Floral Print Silk Chiffon Dress w Deep Plunging Black Lace Inserts designer-jean-paul-gaultier Its really a once in

Its really a once in a lifetime piece

Around the same time that Starr hired Elinor Simmons to design the label for him

I love the pleats on the skirt - it gives it a nice swing feel

it closes with a painted metal zipper and hook & eye at the back of the waist

They are each a full 35" in length and trail down the sides with an opening for the wearer to slip their hand through

Custom 1970s James Galanos Floral Print Silk Chiffon Dress w Deep Plunging Black Lace Inserts designer-jean-paul-gaultier Its really a once inGalanos was known as the designer that could rival the French in terms of construction and design. He launched his atelier in 1951 and although his atelier was never formally designated as Haute Couture by the French, he certainly produced clothing that met the parameters of couture and he is often referred to as one of the great American couturiers. This stunning dress was custom made, and my client acquired it from the estate of 1950s model Betsy