This amazing couture creation from James Galanos from an absolutely amazing textile! The silk on this gown is feather light and has a beautiful design in black, cream and a brown clay color woven into it. Through this is highlights of gold thread worked into the fabric.  This combination creates a stunning visual effect adds depth and texture to the fabric. The cut is remarkable and dramatic. The silk has been knife pleated all through the body which gives the illusion of extra height by those subtle vertical lines this creates. Each sleeve billows above a slim cuff and the are cut full from the waist. The front plunges in a deep V to the waist banding. The skirt is cut in one long and lean swoop of silk chiffon. The final detail is a silk flower set at the waist from which ribbons dangle down the front. Excellent, seemingly unworn condition

The pleating of the fabric acts as the lining and it is otherwise unlined. It closes with a low painted metal zipper that starts at the waist. There are a series of hook and eye and snaps under the flower detailing at the waist. Each sleeve closes with a small painted metal zipper.

Sleeves: approx 21"
Shoulder: no defined seams
Bust: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from neck to slight empire waist
Skirt: 44" from slight empire waist to hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED

Item# DD1449

This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.